Workswell WCB-M-062

[Pack66]

I'll jump in as well and also new. I'm looking at the Workswell WCB-M-062, the CS-057 and the FR202. This last week I cracked my old 2009 Gary Fisher X-Cal 29er at the top of the seat tube. I'm hoping that I can find a frame that will accept most of my components. Does the 062 accept 2.4" tires? I just bought a Goma for up front and Saguaro for the rear and would hate to lose new tires if my new frame doesn't fit them well. Also, I love my Fox F80RL. I'm hoping I can convert it to a 100mm fork and if I can, I plan to use it on my next build. Any issues with using some type of adapter for this 1 1/8 fork with an 062 tapered head?

So I had time to read the thread today. As I understand it, the Workswell 062 will fit Goma's and Saguaros on 29er rims. From activ3's post, the 27.5+ tires look sweet and doable as well.  I've also read today that the CS-057 might have issues with larger tires..that coupled with the price premium, has taken it off my list. As the FR202 is only 135mm and I've read some not so complimentary reviews of Flyxii's service, I'm thinking I may cross them off as well. So that leaves the Workwell. Pretty close to pulling the trigger on it, any issues with using the Fox F80RL 1 1/8 fork with it? I think I read somewhere that the G2 51mm might be more "twitchy" with less slack head angles...I'm a little concerned about that, but with my plans to eventually go plus when I can afford it, it might be better to have a bit of fast steering to it to counter the slow steering of a plus size tire.  Thoughts?

[Pack66]

Also, for those that have made a switch from 135mm to 142mm, does it make much of a difference? Also, for those that have the 18.5" and 20" frames, what do you recommend for a guy 5'11" (33 inseam)? My GF was a 19" and fit perfect-ish.

[carbonazza]

I'm 5'10(...35 inseam) and the 18.5 is perfect for me.
And my saddle is set quite forward on a straight seatpost.
Playing with the stem length, an offset seatpost and the saddle in a normal or back position should be fine for you too.

[bxcc]

5'11" and I'm on a 18.5" frame. Seat is centered on a 20mm setback post and I have a 60mm stem with 720mm wide bars. I'm very pleased with the fit as it is.

[RS VR6]

I'll jump in as well and also new. I'm looking at the Workswell WCB-M-062, the CS-057 and the FR202. This last week I cracked my old 2009 Gary Fisher X-Cal 29er at the top of the seat tube. I'm hoping that I can find a frame that will accept most of my components. Does the 062 accept 2.4" tires? I just bought a Goma for up front and Saguaro for the rear and would hate to lose new tires if my new frame doesn't fit them well. Also, I love my Fox F80RL. I'm hoping I can convert it to a 100mm fork and if I can, I plan to use it on my next build. Any issues with using some type of adapter for this 1 1/8 fork with an 062 tapered head?

So I had time to read the thread today. As I understand it, the Workswell 062 will fit Goma's and Saguaros on 29er rims. From activ3's post, the 27.5+ tires look sweet and doable as well.  I've also read today that the CS-057 might have issues with larger tires..that coupled with the price premium, has taken it off my list. As the FR202 is only 135mm and I've read some not so complimentary reviews of Flyxii's service, I'm thinking I may cross them off as well. So that leaves the Workwell. Pretty close to pulling the trigger on it, any issues with using the Fox F80RL 1 1/8 fork with it? I think I read somewhere that the G2 51mm might be more "twitchy" with less slack head angles...I'm a little concerned about that, but with my plans to eventually go plus when I can afford it, it might be better to have a bit of fast steering to it to counter the slow steering of a plus size tire.  Thoughts?

I'm not sure if I would go with a twitchier fork. My GF just picked up a Stumpjumper 6Fattie (plus bike) and the steering does not feel slow at all.

[Pack66]

Thanks for the comments on the frame size/height.So maybe the 18.5" frame is doable.

@RS VR6: Unfortunately it's not a matter of choice, but necessity. I have the G2 F80RL fork available and given the budget, it's the fork I'm going to have to use. Once tax season rolls around, I'll probably buy/build a completely new bike, but I don't want to be w/o a bike for 7 months. The intent of this build is to get me through until I can make that happen by conserving on parts I can transfer from my Xcal. Appreciate the response though.

[activ3]

What's the crown to axle on the F80? Shortening the fork length even more than the recommended length will increase the head tube angle and make it even more twitchy. If it's a 1 1/8 fork you'll also need a different headset than the tapered one that comes with the frame.

[Pack66]

To be honest, I don't know activ3. I've read that some F80RL's were detuned 100mm forks, so I'm hoping to convert to 100mm once I can open it up and look inside. If I can't convert it to 100mm, I'm still going to use it. If I like the frame, I'll look for a new fork on down the road. The other thing is, that I may buy/build a new bike next year with my tax check. So I may sell this to help fund that bike at some point.

[mmilota]

Hi guys, just last week I received my Workswell frame, I ordered from aliexpres- http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/China-NEW-062-MTB-Bike-29er-Carbon-Frame-142-and-12mm-thru-axle-MTB-carbon/921274_32331895283.html

It costed me about 420€ with custom fees and everything. It came with both dropouts and headset.
I haven't started to build my bike yet because I'm still waiting for wheels and some accesories to come but I'm pretty excited about it. I want to build pretty light 29er. So no real experience with it yet but if you'd like to know anything I'll try to answer.
Cheers

[multispoke]

Sorry if this has already been discussed in the thread, but a couple of questions on how the 062 rides.
Particularly those owners that had "brand name" hardtails in the past, how does the 062 compare in terms of lateral stiffness (sitting and sprinting out of the saddle) and vertical compliance (at the rear)? I generally run half a mile of seatpost on everything I own, so with the frame taking a 27.2mm post, I hope that will provide enough flex to make it comfortable on rougher terrain. The tire setup will probably matter the most, but still...

[Vance72]

I'm not sure that the 062 has a lot more tire clearance than 057. Activ3 could not use 2.8 650b + on 29mm internal width wheel. Patrick C was using a wider rim. 34mm internal width and the 2.8 tire rubbed the frame.

062 looks like a great bike though. Light and good value. I needed a frame to take a 31.6 seat post so went with the 057. Workswell have a new frame with wcb-m-120 with 69.5 head tube angle, 31.6 seat post and bb92 which is ok but my current fa bb30 crank won't fit!

[multispoke]

I'm not sure that the 062 has a lot more tire clearance than 057. Activ3 could not use 2.8 650b + on 29mm internal width wheel. Patrick C was using a wider rim. 34mm internal width and the 2.8 tire rubbed the frame.

I'm actually not looking for a ton of tire clearance. I'd be running a 2.1-2.25 in the back, and most MTB frames should be able to handle it.
I was mostly referring to tire pressures, etc. when it comes to effects on comfort.

[Vance72]

I am interested in the difference the shorter chainstays make at 430mm. The 062 looks like a very capable bike. It has been pretty bullet proof too. I am not aware of any failures which is pretty key and it is also lighter than my 057.

[raypa]

Hi I'm new in the forun  can anyone confirm if the frame sold by Sobato bikes on Ebay is in fact the 062 http://www.ebay.com/itm/Strong-Carbon-Mountain-Bike-Frame-29er-15-5-Mtb-Frame-29er-Hardtail-Carbon-BSA-/172290949949?hash=item281d57433d:g:D8kAAOSwENxXnHSo

 Seems to be close and the price is great thanks.

[MTB2223]

Hi I'm new in the forun  can anyone confirm if the frame sold by Sobato bikes on Ebay is in fact the 062

 Seems to be close and the price is great thanks.

The company behind Sobato and Workswell is the same. The Sobato is the retail brand, Workswell is the wholesale brand. That's what a employee told me.

They are also using the same phonenumber:
example;
- https://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/SOBATO-Carbon-Road-Bike-Frame-Chinese-Carbon-Frames-Aero-Carbon-Frame-Road-Bike-Cadre-Carbone-Disc/1683046_32690494197.html (in the picture) This RRA road bike frame is the same as the 081 frame of Workswell.
- http://www.workswellbikes.com/ (at the bottom)