VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame

[Miodu]

I have 88kg also had the problem with saddle tilting. After reassembly all, cleaned and add carbon paste everywhere i could give (except screw ofc) and use 8.5Nm torque the problem solved.

[Gigi27]

Has anyone built the 268 with separated stem/handlebar combo? If so, what combo have you chosen? I am looking into the 268 but the integrated doesn't seem to have a 110 stem for the 400 width, so I looked for the combo, but even then I have some concerns about the flare... The "default" model doesn't seem to have any while Chris suggested the hb028 which in contrast has a 68mm difference from 400 on the shifters to 468 below, which might be a bit too much...

[Gigi27]

Build is pretty much done. Not too many new parts as everything has been moved over from my VB-R-177 build.

Haven't had a chance to take it out for a long spin but general impressions so far based on a short coffee ride:

- Stiffer than the 168 and as stiff as the 177 but more aero (not sure I noticed the more aero part haha)
- Zero offset seat tube is really going to help my personal fit
- Saddle clamping system worked really well and easy to adjust. Extra fittings for carbon rail saddles was great to have included.
- Mavic Speed release style axles are going to take a little getting used to. May need a dedicated axle for the trainer to make things easier to take on and off.
- Overall no issues with the build, ended up drilling a hole in the bottom of the BB area to drain water. Also had to drill out the metal FD cable stop to fit Di2 wire
- New HB-010 integrated bars that came with the frame feel much stiffer than the original ones I had with the wedge tightening system instead of standard two bolt

Just needs some bar tape and maybe some decals and should be ready.

Hi Hazzer, did you paint it with Velobuild? And do you by any chance still have the color scheme (pantone or whatever) for it? I am also trying to come up with a similar color scheme, albeit adding some white here and there, and it would be super helpful to get an idea about what these colors look on the bike with respect to the catalogue 

[jac2689]

Is anyone able to tell me the size of the bolt needed for the out front computer mount underneath the bars?

I'm trying to find an out front mount but struggling. Does anyone have a good suggestion for a Wahoo Bolt?

[Gigi27]

Pretty sure Troy wrote that the colour scheme is called ass crack bandit.

Sure, but is it a red ass crack, a pink ass crack, or is it another shade than these two?

[JLo]

Hey all.

First time ever posting on a forum, so apologies if I am doing it wrong.

Thanks to everyone for their input. It has convinced me to buy a 268.

I have placed the order on Sunday, received a notification that it was shipped on Tuesday, but the tracking shows “not found”. Shipping to The Netherlands.

Anyone had a similar experience?

[Serge_K]

Hey all.

First time ever posting on a forum, so apologies if I am doing it wrong.

Thanks to everyone for their input. It has convinced me to buy a 268.

I have placed the order on Sunday, received a notification that it was shipped on Tuesday, but the tracking shows “not found”. Shipping to The Netherlands.

Anyone had a similar experience?

welcome to the opaque world of international shipping. Especially if you chose DDP, the tracker may not update until 1 or 2 days before you receive it. Nothing you can do about it. But you can sleep in peace, velobuild isn't going to run with your money, if they gave you a tracking number, your frame is in the box, and the box is on its way to you.
Patience & happy riding!

[SillyMochi]

You could try a "track all" website like this one and see if that comes up with anything. If not, it's like Serge said, just wait, the tracking will be available eventually. Sometimes it takes a few days.

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https://parcelsapp.com/

[JLo]

Perfect. Thanks for the replies!
In general, experience with DPD is not great.

Looking forward to the build.

Saw a few people had issues with the cockpit coming loose. Would you suggest buying another expander plug from the get go?

[Benbenben]

I have been struggling with clunking noise from the bar while sprintong/climbing hard or just rocking left and right. Did everyone I could think of. Played with torque on all related hardware, increased clearance with headset cover/ fork top. Issue seems to be coming from the bar itself. I inspected it many times, without any cracks findings.

 I am writing here before going to Chris for warranty request since I have the bike for more than a year, but has been struggling with that issue since day 1.

Anyone faced that issue?

[jzee77]

Don't have it on mine and it's hard to comprehend how it sounds from here! Could it be internal cabling hitting the frame or handlebars? Did you sleeve internal cable outers with foam in the downtube?

[Benbenben]

Don't have it on mine and it's hard to comprehend how it sounds from here! Could it be internal cabling hitting the frame or handlebars? Did you sleeve internal cable outers with foam in the downtube?

It really can't be hydro lines hitting the internal of the bars since I am able to make it clunk when not Roling and just forcing the handlebars left & right (kind of like replicating force when sprinting). I will reach out to velobuild and see if they are willing to cover that under warranty. Like I said, I got the bike more than a year ago, but I kept troubleshooting the issue. I was hoping it was just a bad installation/ torque/ clearance thing, but at this point, I am confident it's the bar itself.

[jzee77]

Loose headset perhaps? You sure top and bottom bearings are seated correctly??

I know it's a PITA, but I'd try to reseat everything just in case. Goodluck!

[Benbenben]

Loose headset perhaps? You sure top and bottom bearings are seated correctly??

I know it's a PITA, but I'd try to reseat everything just in case. Goodluck!

Fork plug is not moving, that I am sure. Also checked all parts around the headset. I am really thinking it's a defective handlebar and maybe the area around the fork tube is too "soft. I don't know. Something to note is that I bought the frame early when released by velobuild.

Anyway, I sent an email to Chris. I will see what he says.

[hazzer19]

Easy! Nardo gray in the back, pink icebreak in the front

Hi Hazzer, did you paint it with Velobuild? And do you by any chance still have the color scheme (pantone or whatever) for it? I am also trying to come up with a similar color scheme, albeit adding some white here and there, and it would be super helpful to get an idea about what these colors look on the bike with respect to the catalogue