VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame

[dank_ganks]

I'll have to give that a try. I was also noticing that my front thru-axle had come undone a bit on my test ride... but might be user error of insufficent torque.

[Easyfunk]

I do not share your recap of this thread. Especially the saddle clamp (not the seatpost clamp) is no deal when done right. Through axles are a problem, that's true, and I'm still waiting for the replacement

[hazzer19]

Same. Almost no issues with mine with an early frame (I think, no hole in the BB area). I haven't had issues with the axles, just getting used to having them in the right place to take the wheels out, primarily the back, the front one is easier.


I had one instance of the saddle tilting down but hasn't happened again since I applied more torque. No issues with the seat post slipping. No issues with holes in the bars either. Overall still very happy with how it's performing so far.

[dank_ganks]

Also no issues with seatpost slippage, just with the saddle tilt. Thru axles are definitely not ideal though.

Nice looking bike, hazzer!!

[patliean1]

I have a 268 frameset coming my way next week, once paint is completed. The color is sick!
Looking forward to seeing what VB has been up to lately.

SRAM Force eTap 1x
Nepest Maui 45 Wheels (1282g)
Prime Bike Carbon Aero Bars
Bucklos 3D Printed Saddle

That's the plan at least...

[Takiyaki]

hazzer where did you even come up with the idea for that paint job. So cool

[Cnasta]

I have a 268 frameset coming my way next week, once paint is completed. The color is sick!
Looking forward to seeing what VB has been up to lately.

SRAM Force eTap 1x
Nepest Maui 45 Wheels (1282g)
Prime Bike Carbon Aero Bars
Bucklos 3D Printed Saddle

That's the plan at least...

Really looking forward to your review/opinions/paintjob.

Also, haven't heard of those wheels. Wondering whether they are worth € 500,00 over Elite Edge wheels in 50mm (just a small weight penalty, but a lot of extra money).
Same goes for the sadles, which seems heavier than the Ryet one. Any reason to go this route other than "because I can" (which is a good answer as well )

[Tdiguy]

I have a 268 frameset coming my way next week, once paint is completed. The color is sick!
Looking forward to seeing what VB has been up to lately.

SRAM Force eTap 1x
Nepest Maui 45 Wheels (1282g)
Prime Bike Carbon Aero Bars
Bucklos 3D Printed Saddle

That's the plan at least...

Can't wait for this build up and review.  I've been waiting for these build ups and video reviews before making my purchase.

[patliean1]

Really looking forward to your review/opinions/paintjob.

Also, haven't heard of those wheels. Wondering whether they are worth € 500,00 over Elite Edge wheels in 50mm (just a small weight penalty, but a lot of extra money).
Same goes for the sadles, which seems heavier than the Ryet one. Any reason to go this route other than "because I can" (which is a good answer as well )

My previous two VeloBuild road builds I used both Elite Drive 45D (no longer in production) and FarSports EVO 4. While the Drive 45D are light, I didn't find them particularly stiff. The EVO 4s are stiff but still use 19mm internal rims which I have long moved away from. Nepest as a brand do a lot of things right. The fit/finish of the wheels and road dynamics feel very much OEM as expected. To me they feel closer to FarSports than Elite Drive.

Now regarding saddles, I don't like the shape nor length of the Ryet saddle. I've had great success both indoors and outdoors with my Bucklos saddles, and it's only 30g heavier than my S-Works Power saddle.

I'm not really going for a full weight weenie build with the 268. But I do suspect this build to give both my Tavelo and Giant Propel a run for their money in the weight department. We should be looking at 7.0-7.1kg without pedals/power meter/computer mount.

[toxin]

Can get better than nepest for less from farsports

[hazzer19]

hazzer where did you even come up with the idea for that paint job. So cool

Thanks! I saw something online that was similar but when I submitted the design I wasn't as specific as I could have been (only half the head tube was supposed to be painted, vertically cut off) but end result has grown on me!


Lesson, if you are asking for a custom paint job be a specific as you can be otherwise they'll be guessing on the other side.

[Easyfunk]

Page 9 seems to be broken 

[hazzer19]

Weird, I have the order set in reverse and pages 1 and 2 are broken for me still. If I open the site in Chrome Incognito I can see them all no problem including 9.

[hazzer19]

Jens do you want try and delete your original post to see if fixes the broken page(s) and the ability for some to see any new updates?

As fas as uploading photos, using the attachment option or pasting an embedded link to a site like imgur.com that hosts your image should work ok.

[hubertus]

What would be the best approach if someone wanted this bike but with a 36 cm handlebar?