Velobuild VB-R-177

[ivorhooper]

Hi all, after lurking on here for ages and doing my own research, I've pulled the trigger and order a Velobuild VB-R-177.
The geometry is almost exactly the same as a Scott Addict as far as i can tell.
No word on when shipping will be yet - this is a new design so the frame is in testing, but that was due to finish at the end of March.

http://www.velobuildmall.com/products/2020-vb-r-177-super-light-carbon-fiber-road-frame-disc-version-hidden-cables

I also ordered some 47mm wheel from Elite Wheels on Aliexpress. Production time for these is 13-20 working days, and shipping is 25-50 working days so i don't expect to see these very soon.
Also going one by as I hate front derailleurs! 42T Sram chainring with a 10-36 11speed cassette from Aliexpress.

Let's see how I get on!

[braincore]

Which seller did you use on AliExpress?

[ivorhooper]

The frame was ordered on the velobuild website, the wheels were from elite wheels store on AliExpress. Can't remember what AliExpress store the cassette came from but it's from Zroad.

[njansen]

Sounds good.

I look forward seeing some pictures once you've got it!

[noodleshop]

Really curious to learn about how this came along, cheers to you man

[wijmaar]

Just noticed the first 177 pictures on the website: http://www.velobuild.com/products/2020-vb-r-177-super-light-carbon-fiber-road-frame-disc-version-hidden-cables-custom-paint

Looks nice!

[Nickk2000]

Sorry to grave dig. Any update on the frame especially weight?

[ivorhooper]

Sorry to grave dig. Any update on the frame especially weight?

This has been a long, drawn out process!
Finally today, the status of my order is shipped from Velobuild after placing the order at the end of March!
I have been emailing Chris regularly and in fairness he always replies very quickly. Each update the shipping date went out by a few weeks.
As this is a new frame, sounds like the large size was tested and moulded out first with other sizes following which has lead to a delay.

Just have to wait to see how long shipping to UK is now...I've had all the bits for the build (apart from chain and carbon paste) for months.

[jokage]

Looking forward to the build photos. I've considered this frame for the looks and the more relaxed geo but decided to go with the R-168. I've picked the size XS/49 (smallest) of R-168, and looking at the geo, the smallest size of R-177 is about a size up of the XS R-168.

[Nickk2000]

Looking forward to the build photos. I've considered this frame for the looks and the more relaxed geo but decided to go with the R-168. I've picked the size XS/49 (smallest) of R-168, and looking at the geo, the smallest size of R-177 is about a size up of the XS R-168.

One thing i like about this one is its significantly lighter than the 168. 150-200g just for the frame iirc, so maybe 250g around the frameset? Thats light enough to warrant doing a lightweight build and try to tip the scale at 16-17 lbs.

[wijmaar]

Just saw this video released by VB:

Frame: 915g
Fork: 375g
Seatpost: 125g

[Nickk2000]

That is incredibly impressive. It looks a bit like an sl7.

In total thats 1465. The r12 i have the frame is 1130-1150, plus 450 fork, plus 250 for the seatpost, so 1850. 385 gram difference. Put a pair of 38’s on there that maybe weigh 1300g, im saving 750g right there. Throw red etap instead of my force, 7.45 kg. Slowly approaching uci legal

[adriaanm]

FYI, my Yoeleo R11 frame (54cm, painted, with FD hanger) came in at 900g. Fork (uncut): 387g. Seatpost (without hardware): 139g.

[Nickk2000]

Someone had a similar build with r11 and udi2 and it was over 8kg. I wasnt overly fond of that weight. Its good to know the r11 is a competitive weight though. Im actually curious if the r11 or the 177 is a better choice, assuming weighs the same, id like to argue the 177 looks slightly more aerodynamic, but imo its up to personal choice and i like how the 177 looks.

How much does ur r11 weigh when kitted out?

[ivorhooper]

Well, this was a shock. My frame got shipped on the 13th and this morning has been delivered to my house in the UK so 3 days shipping and no import charges! It was using EMS HK.
Obviously the first thing to do was to weigh everything. It's a size 54 - M clear coat paint.

Frame (with derailleur hanger, FD mount, bottle cage screws, seat post clamp, grommets) = 1039g
Fork uncut = 384g
Seat post with all fittings = 211g
Handlebar (400 width, stem 100) = 311g

Everything looks very neat and tidy - can't wait to put it all together.