Is it me or does that frame look to be 1x only (no FD mount on the frme from what it appears)? I'm picking up either this one or the discounted CFR696 version but I need 2x for sure. Not too worried baout orice or finish betwen these two.
I read elsewhere that the geo between the GF-002 and CFR696 is identical. Can someone confirm this?
It indeed seems 1x only. If 2x is a must I wouldn't risk it and go for the 696 copy - since there are no returns/exchanges.
The GF002 from Velobuild comes with FD mount though. I have the GF002 and it turned out to be a really good frame. Stiff but not too aggressive, perfect for me. The geo is very similar to 696 too. When I was shopping back then, I ultimately went with Velobuild because Chris was much faster to respond than Carbonda and pricing was about $150 less. I think going with 696 wouldn't have made a difference. The paint quality of Carbonda is better than VB.
The 696 is rather popular, probably the most popular open mold frame of recent times?
I just ordered one by the way! So in about 15 days, I think I will be able to note differences between the two, in finer details.