VeloBuild VB-TT-023

[kuentzeldsc]

Did anyone print or build a cover for the seatpost clamp? The rubber one isn't that aero...searching for another 0.5 watts 😉

[Jimbob]

anyone aware of similar frames available in XL or XXL (~61cm) frame sizes?

[klindsey00]

anyone aware of similar frames available in XL or XXL (~61cm) frame sizes?

in this price bracket the only larger frames are the winow tt119 and the seraph tt912. They will get you more reach and stack to get you into the 58-61 range. If you have the money to spend, hongfu/avenger tm7 and the quickpro TR:one have larger frames.

[Rodrigomen88]

Did someone has issues with the headset? Stability

I do have some fork/headset play. I think is related to the crown race not going all the way down due excess of resin, I may sand it but haven’t had a chance to try.

I’m open to feedback from anyone with similar issues.

Thanks!

[WD96]

Can you share a link of where you got the decals? I want to do custom paint, but I'd also like to do custom decals beyond just a downtube name. It would be cool to be able to swap out if you got bored of it! I also saw someone else say VB did their decals and it was kind of expensive.

https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=783946971645&mi_id=0000ahNB05rZAFMoNRrNBS1CpWjiMEPRjKlE75sc29dD1gk&spm=tbpc.boughtlist.suborder_itempic.d783946971645.219e2e8d27YPXo&skuId=5525191467065

I got it from Taobao. Prob makes more sense to source locally for this

[JuananCoy]

Hey folks! I finally built my TT-023, thanks in large part to this amazing thread.

I’m based in China, so I sourced everything locally and mostly Chinese-made, including WheelTop’s latest TT groupset. So far, it seems to be a pretty good deal.

I had my local bike shop handle the build, and the mechanic didn’t run into many issues. The only problem was that the seatpost kept slipping until I tightened it to 8 Nm, as recommended by Velobuild’s after-sales support.

I’ve only ridden it outdoors once because I mostly train on a smart trainer and the weather hasn’t been great. That one ride was awesome, though—the bike feels comfortable and stiff, and the data suggests it’s faster than my road bike with clip-on aero bars. Duh, of course!

I’ll be racing it in a long-course event at the end of this month. If anyone’s interested, I’ll hopefully report back afterward.

Below is my setup:
Component   Brand / Model   Price (converted to USD)
Frameset   VB TT 023   $932.03
Groupset   Wheeltop   $577.83
Crankset   105, 165 mm   $78.55
Chain   DA   $35.57
Cassette   UT, 11–30T   $38.24
Bottom Bracket   Token   $38.68
Wheelset   Exar DB607 Ultra(used)   $370.50
Brake Rotors   iiipro   $15.41
Tires   Power Cup   $91.88
Tubeless Valves & Sealant   Boostor & Giant   $14.38
Bar Tape  Boostor   $9.04
Saddle   Baluego(used)   $41.35
Bike Assembly   —   $207.48
Total      $2,450.93

Hi there, your build looks spectacular!! I wanted to ask where you got the BTA (Between The Arms) setup for the water bottles and the Garmin mount. Could you tell me where you bought it or if it’s a 3D-printed part? I’d love to get one for mine.

[fkwasabi]

Hey, did the TRP HD-T910 brakes fit well? I'm trying to find out if this or the T912 would be the correct fit

Also curious about this as I research the very few options available. Anyone have insight?

For bars measuring a diameter between 22-24 mm: HD-T910
For bars measuring a diameter between 24-25 mm: HD-T912

Just began ordering parts for this build, thank you all for the wisdom!

[teichs42]

Thought I'd create a database of sizing information so anyone who's looking for data to determine their size doesn't have to scroll through every page looking for peoples stats!

Anyone can add to it, so feel free to enter your info and add to what I already entered!

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1aNIhC5_5a3Dju2BEAoBR9Kvwz5ZMp87Sg0r91vQ2qaE/edit?usp=sharing

[RickyM]

Also curious about this as I research the very few options available. Anyone have insight?

For bars measuring a diameter between 22-24 mm: HD-T910
For bars measuring a diameter between 24-25 mm: HD-T912

Just began ordering parts for this build, thank you all for the wisdom!

HD-T910 is what you need, I built 2 vb-023 with them (I asked trp custommer service)

[WD96]

Hi there, your build looks spectacular!! I wanted to ask where you got the BTA (Between The Arms) setup for the water bottles and the Garmin mount. Could you tell me where you bought it or if it’s a 3D-printed part? I’d love to get one for mine.

Hey I asked someone, in China, to 3D print the bta component for me. Sorry I don't have the file!

[parinaus]

Hi all,

Just starting my build. First problem I've encountered is the headset bearing sitting too high above the black crown race. I was wondering if I was sent the wrong crown race. Has anyone had this problem?

Thanks

[RickyM]

Hi all,

Just starting my build. First problem I've encountered is the headset bearing sitting too high above the black crown race. I was wondering if I was sent the wrong crown race. Has anyone had this problem?

I can't attach a photo of issue so changed my profile photo.

Thanks

I´ve never seen this problem.
Do the bearing and the crawn fit well outside the fork, just to see if they match?
Looks like diameter´s bearing is a bit small.
Did you write Chris about this?

[parinaus]

Yes I sent Chris a few messages. He said push harder but not possible. Have a look at the photos attached.

[RickyM]

Yes I sent Chris a few messages. He said push harder but not possible. Have a look at the photos attached.

"Push harder"
Unbelievable!
There is a pic of my bike, you can see that it is completely flat in the fork. So Chris or whoever sent you the wrong crown has to take responsibility


P.D: We've been having problems with the headset and the stem since we built our bikes. We ordered new aluminuim stems and Chris didn´t sent us the new washer needed. And if you read this post, you can see that simmilar issues are recurrent.
What annoys me the most is that this frame has been in the market for a few years and they never bother to solve desing issues. Same happened to other frames from Velobuild. I don´t think I could recommend this brand to anyone I know.

[Phaseout]

Yes I sent Chris a few messages. He said push harder but not possible. Have a look at the photos attached.

Measure your ID for both headset bearings and see if they match the crown race you have. More than likely they sent you two 42 ID IS52 bearings. I dealt with same issue where I got sent two of the same sizes so the bottom bearing didn’t “click” in. I ended up buying the replacement bearings on ASOS and that fixed it.

To the poster above me, I agree. I had a headset compression ring break, fork steerer was poor quality and cracked, mentioned sent wrong bearings, Chris promising me a replacement fork and ended up going radio silent for over a month. I also cannot recommend Velobuild due to their lack of QC.

Chris will be great with providing pre order questions to get your business, but be wary of their customer service.