Hygge Aero Carbon Frame

[Stoeptegel]

Just received the frame as well! It looks very nice. The plan is to build it over the winter. I am still waiting on the rims to build some wheel for it.

I received my frameset and noticed 2 things about the handlebars.

First, the special spacer that connects the regular spacers with the handlebars doesn't sit very flush with the handlebars. I am a little worried that this could put concentrate stress on one spot and eventually lead to failure. Do you think this worry is warranted?

Second, this is more about the computer mount, but I ordered the 90mm stem length version of the handlebars and if I wanted to install the computer mount it would probably just barely fit before it would interfere with the special spacer I mentioned before. If anyone is thinking about ordering the 80mm version of the handlebars I am not certain that you could mount this computer mount. Another thing is that adjusting the length of the mount will be a funny thing since if mounted in the very forward position that you are forced into due to the stem tongue sticking out it has about 50mm of space between the handlebars and a smaller form factor computer like a wahoo bolt (I guess only 20mm if you have the 120mm stem). I have no idea if the computer mount bolts are in the same position for all handlebar lengths but something to be aware of.

I have the same issue. It doesn't look flush at all.

[Rechabeam]

I'm having the same issue actually, I thought it was because of my cable routing through the stem at first.
I applied a bit of pressure on the bars before tightening them but I can't recall if that "fixed" it, I'll post a pic of the current situation tonight.

[crmlcrm]

Yep, the "garmin" mount could be better in terms of adjustability and I went with mine all the way to the top of that top spacer. If I needed to slide it more backward I would cut the part of it since it's cheap carbon copy. And I'm pretty shure that my handlebars came with silver mounting bolts for the garmin mount (but I'll check and report). And I thing my mount comes with two slits for the bolts, not one long cutout.

Yeah, I had to use the silver bolts since the black bolts that came pre-installed were too short when you used the plastic spacers.

Congrats on a new frame! I'm looking forward to see how your bike goes when built.

Yeah, thanks. However, I'm not going to fully build the bike all that soon. I have to pick up my PM crank (Magene P505) from my parents' place the next time I visit them since they wouldn't ship to where I live (I bought it from the official Magene website, not Aliexpress). I just put the frame together to check if everything is okay.

[crmlcrm]

I think the problem with the handlebars is that the lip or tongue of that special spacer is contacting the handlebars. I have seen some markings where it contacts the handlebar and marked them in green. I guess the simple solution is trying to file this spacer down until it sits flush.

[TidyDinosaur]

On the older bikes that spacer was plastic so it just bends to adapt to the underside of the handlebars.

[Rechabeam]

I just checked with my setup. One side sits flush, the other doesn't...

[timmeltomsie]

i did file down the spacer quite a bit.
looked like the pictures from above, no way it would sit flush.

otherwise my frame realy rides fast and fun and the build and quality of the frame are feeling really good, e.g. not cheap.

the bar is sufficient stiff on the horns, but you can feel the flex if you are sprinting for the first time.

[timmeltomsie]

The Order was placed on September 29 2024 and arrived around Oktober 15 2024 in Germany.
Model S, Size large; Cockpit 420 / 110
i am 1.85 Meters. Size feels good, Medium would be way to low and short on the front [i am an recreational rider.]
Regarding the Seatpost, it is nearly slammed.
so you could theoretically get away with a longer Cockpit? and more spacers?

[ballefrost]

I am assembling mine now. Was finished, thought that there was suppose to be gap because of the cables, however. I have now seen what can not be unseen, and that is that its not flush. I have tried filing it down, but for the love of god i can not get it perfectly flush.

PS! I ripped the wheels from another bike. I will get new ones before spring. Its getting really cold in Norway now.

[lkbfreak]

I checked my stack of spacers and it's also gap on one side. Don't think it's a huge problem but tolerances should be smaller for such things.

[velostar]

This thread has been very helpful in making the decision to order a Model S frame with custom paint job. Thank you!

I've never built a complete bike before though I'm pretty handy and have many bicycle tools at my disposal. Can anyone recommend a resource for walking through a build for these Chinese frames? I'm going to use my current Shimano Ultegra Di2 groupset, except for the crankset. Haven't decided on the brand for that, but will definitely go 165mm.

Also, recommendations for a bottom bracket?

[TidyDinosaur]

Also, recommendations for a bottom bracket?

Just get one from Shimano. Sealing is a lot better with Shimano so the bearings will last a lot longer. And they don't cost much.

[mwaan]

Dear friends,

My frame arrived last week after a month of anxious waiting and complications. I built it and rode it this weekend—it’s fun, light, fast, and both stiff and compliant. I’m pleased with it! It weighs about 8 kg with bottle cages, Garmin mount, and Look pedals. Note that my Merlin CDR-2 carbon wheels are not the lightest at 1650 g per pair.

During assembly, I had some trouble routing the cables through the handlebars, but using a shifter cable as a guide made it easier. The other components were straightforward to install and adjust. The frame is pearl white, and its color truly shines in sunlight, with a sparkling effect and "laser" decals that change hues—definitely a head turner! I haven't had issues with the headset loosening, thanks to the new design C rings, and all bolts, including the seatpost one, remained secure.

I'm using a Shimano 105 mechanical groupset, a 3D-printed Ryet saddle (160 g), Supacaz sticky cush bar tape, and Continental GP5000 32 mm tires with RideNow TPU tubes. I installed a chain catcher for frame protection and put Zefal Skin Armor under the downtube and in other key areas. The brakes are Juin F1 hydro-mechs and they fitted by the skin o' my teeth at the rear mount (160 mm rotors). I still need to adjust my hood positions, as they seem angled downwards too much. This frame is size 52 M, and it fits me perfectly (180 cm, 73 kg). I left full stack of alu spacers under the handlebars and will decide if I'll slam it futher down.

Here are some photos I took during the ride but they don't do the justice - it's more beautiful in person! (Sorry for the dirty rims and anti-Velominati postioned tires and valve stems!). Hope Hygge won't steal my photos or will at least credit anyone who posts their photos after they put it on their FB or Insta.

P.S. I don't know if they've changed the handlebars but they have different graphics and 6 Nm torque written. Handlebars are pretty stiff.

Cheers!

I am curious about the tire clearance because they advertise max 30mm tire. What is the width-as-measured of your Conti GP5000 tires? Roughly how much tire clearance in millimeters is there on each side of the tires?
Thanks.

[Chiyou]

Can anyone recommend a resource for walking through a build for these Chinese frames?

Youtube is where I would go - here is a two-part series specific to the Hygge model by Henry Chung (who also posts on here I believe).
Part 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qz9O7tMQVe4
Part 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58-htKDpXQ0

Maybe it's helpful to watch a few general build videos in addition to the above, starting with everyone's favorite Youtuber*, Trace Velo.
£1000 AliExpress Carbon road bike build - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRVsX2WEkqg

Jourdain Coleman has several build series that provide additional details.
See the four 'Bike Build' playlists - https://www.youtube.com/@JourdainColeman/playlists (I'd focus on the 'build process' videos within the respective playlists, the rest aren't that relevant to the assembly of the various bikes)

* Sorry, couldn't find a build video by everyone's other favorite Youtuber, Patrick Lino.

[ballefrost]

I figured out that I had not torqued the compression plug.. I have the new c ring and metal spacers. Is 4-6 nm enough? I have not used carbon paste on the expander plug, which I probably should do.