Velobuild VB-R-218

[diefobo]

Hmm, didn't realize that. I guess I will stick to sram force then so I don't have multiple sets of bleeding tools etc
and it's easier to maintain just one system

So campy would only really be an option with rim brakes

You can use the rim brake version shifters coupled with juin tech hydraulic disc callipers

[ancientone]

You can use the rim brake version shifters coupled with juin tech hydraulic disc callipers

Juin tech is overpriced but there are a couple of other hybrid disc brakes or cable actuated disc brakes avialable at better prices.

[ancientone]

I used Adam's UV Advanced Graphene Ceramic Coating Kit. i got it on amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B099SGQVLD/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

How well does that last ? I bought a cheapo type, and it doesn't last more than 1 ride or a couple of days at the balcony... which is kind of worse than turtle wax. LOL.

[dr Smoooth]

Hello,

First post here.  I have built lots of things but never a road bike.  When I saw the VB218 build on GC, I am going to take the plunge.  I'm going with a size Small (disk) after looking at VB sizing vs my current bike along with contacting Chris with his recommendation.  Model, size and color decided.  Now onto wheels and groupset with full hydraulic, no hybrid.  I will need to get tools for the brakes and maybe cable routing tool.  Any recommendation on what I might need or may overlook for my first road bike build?   

[madmax]

Juin tech is overpriced but there are a couple of other hybrid disc brakes or cable actuated disc brakes avialable at better prices.

Oh, there is an actual product called Juin Tech....... I thought the earlier poster had made a typo 

I looked up the campagnolo manuals for servicing & it seems like either the sram force woukd be the easier install or the campy rim brakes would be easier to maintain

Frankly, in all my years of riding I have never had an issues with rim's, though my first & only carbon madone now has disc brakes

[diefobo]

Juin tech is overpriced but there are a couple of other hybrid disc brakes or cable actuated disc brakes avialable at better prices.

Yes, but Juin tech GT-F1 is the only one 4 pistons...

[kongo]

hello all, does anyone know the length of stock seat post? im waiting for mines to come in I ordered it on the 2nd of sept. its being painted glossy white. I ordered the xxl model im 6,4 or 195 cm.

[Sebastian]

hello all, does anyone know the length of stock seat post? im waiting for mines to come in I ordered it on the 2nd of sept. its being painted glossy white. I ordered the xxl model im 6,4 or 195 cm.

I think it's 35cm, but I'd have to double check.
The seattube on the XXL is 54cm. I got the XXL frame and with my seat height of around 81-82cm I got about 10cm of seatpost inserted in the frame. I think that's about as high as you can go with that seatpost. At some point you need an aftermarket post in 40cm length.

[ancientone]

Yes, but Juin tech GT-F1 is the only one 4 pistons...

True.
But my experiences is that I will get wheel-lock before I see any benefit from having 4 pistons. :-)

[diefobo]

True.
But my experiences is that I will get wheel-lock before I see any benefit from having 4 pistons. :-)

I thought more stopping power means more modulability

[dr Smoooth]

Oh, there is an actual product called Juin Tech....... I thought the earlier poster had made a typo 

I looked up the campagnolo manuals for servicing & it seems like either the sram force woukd be the easier install or the campy rim brakes would be easier to maintain

Frankly, in all my years of riding I have never had an issues with rim's, though my first & only carbon madone now has disc brakes

I pulled the trigger, order in....  Now the wait....

[darc16]

[Queen of Skulls]

Anyone knows what the max tire size they can actually fit?


I am trying decide between the 218 or the 167 or maybe the 177 but the 168 can do bigger tires.

[kongo]

From what I've seen and from what's on their website a 32 will fit.

[ant]

not sure if this video has already been shared