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Chinertown Strava Group Looks like someone started this some years ago.

Putting the link here.  Maybe we can get this re-booted
https://www.strava.com/clubs/chinertown
July 05, 2022, 09:29:37 PM 		1
Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame Update on my 268

Highs
-I love the Mavic thru-axle system. It's quite convenient actually. Being able to keep the axles in place when both transporting the bike and working on it on a mechanic stand is great.

-The bike is both stiff and nimble enough. I can't say there really is any discernible difference in stiffness compared to other bikes. Unless you are truly sprinting or climbing, there will be plenty of other variables in regards to maintaining any set speed.

-Visually I appreciate the frame design. Obviously because it looks like an SL7/Venge. Well rounded proportions. The sloping top tube gives the visual impression of an extreme saddle-to-handlebar drop versus a more horizontal top tube. More exposed seatpost (should?) also means more comfort as the seatpost has the ability to flex. 32c GP5000 tubeless fits no problem.

Lows
-Zero setback seatpost. It's not fully problematic for me, but I had to move my saddle back far more than I'm accustomed to. If this was my only road bike it would most likely be a deal breaker. A non-issue for most folks however.

-7x9 saddle clamp for carbon rails. On my particular clamp when using my AliExpress carbon saddle (7x9 rails), visually it does not appear as if the clamps are fully engaging with the rails. Other 268 owners with carbon saddles have not experienced this, and so far the saddle has stayed put. However, the saddle clamp bolt is now slightly bent from trying secure to the rails. Also a non-issue if you're using 7x7 rails as VB also supplies clamps for that too. Just something to be aware of.

-While the bike as a whole rides better than my previous VeloBuild frames, it does still suffer some from road chatter at the rear triangle. Rough pavement can upset the back end. Thankfully though still far better than my Dengfu R12 and TanTan x38 in this regard. This is completely subjective and anecdotal of course. Over the past few weeks I've made an effort to rotate riding each of my bikes everyday day to get a good feel on the differences and overall riding dynamics.

Closing
It's a great DIY bike at the price point so far. As always, wheel selection and bike fit/position will do most of the heavy lifting. If I could change anything it would be adding more reach to cockpit to offset the zero setback seatpost. Dear VeloBuild: Please make one for me thanks!
May 02, 2024, 03:06:12 PM 		1
Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame Double 268 build coming up (when I get the groupsets (105 Di2) and wheels). One 54 cm in Silver Chameleon (for a friend) and one 56 cm in Blue Chameleon (for me), both with black contrast color on the inside of fork and rear triangle. Really pleased with the quality of paint job, no air bubbles, trapped dust etc.
To be continued  :)
May 04, 2024, 03:54:39 AM 		1
Re: Magene C606 Bike Computer There is a new version of software - 1.706, they added some strava segments, 1000 km navigation and others. I will test it.
July 14, 2025, 02:36:39 AM 		1
Re: Magene C606 Bike Computer I’ve been using it for quite a while and I really like it. I do basic group rides sometimes with navigation, it works very well for everything I do. The screen is very clear and it enables me to set up the screens that I find useful when riding and I find it easy to switch between them using the touchscreen. I needed a new unit and did not want to spend that much money on the Garmin. I think the Magene makes perfect sense unless you have some very specific navigation requirements. 
September 23, 2025, 10:45:48 AM 		1
Re: Di2 front derailleur not working Thanks to everyone for your helpful replies and suggestions. It turned out to be a simple fix in the end ;D.

I admitted defeat and popped the bike into my local bike shop. He found that the Di2 synchronised shifting had gone from setting1 to setting2. I probably pressed the button on the rear derailleur by accident whilst cleaning. I have no idea why, but it seems that the shifting pattern in synchro was incompatible with the front derailleur, so the derailleur did'nt know what to do! I didn't know this could happen. Furthermore, whilst fault finding I did look at the synchro on the e-tube app, and thought all looked okay. In the end it was such a quick fix the the bike shop couldn't charge me anything to sort it. Good chap!

Along the way, one useful thing I did lean that may help others. Apparently, to re-set by disconnecting the battery it is not enough to remove the two cables from the battery. if the battery has three ports (like mine), then you also need to remove the blank that is in the un-used port - other wise the re-set does not work.
October 29, 2025, 01:37:19 AM 		1
Re: Shimano di2 groupsets from aliexpress I received my Ultegra groupset from Yiwu Donglue today! Everything came nicely packaged and everything is genuine and working perfectl!

I paid 960 EUR for complete groupset but without disc rotors. I had to pay additional 36 EUR for customs and duties when it arived in EU. This is significantly cheaper than current offers in EU stores so it’s worth taking into consideration when buying. However if I was charged with full import duties it would be on par with offers you can find here. So depending on your risk appetite this is worth a shot.
November 06, 2025, 12:46:54 PM 		1
Re: Chinese cycling clothes If I got this for myself my wife would be sooooo happy hahaha
December 07, 2025, 08:59:38 AM 		1
Re: IGPSPORT Binavi Air I received mine today. For now it looks fine, has all the features I need. Setting up activity pages is kind of weird to me (I am used to geoid/one lap fit where it was super easy and comfortable). Screen is indeed dark but it looks like different kind of screen - I think it will be well visible even on sunny rides so no worries that it’s dark.
Fun fact: my first activity was flight from China (not actual one, it’s just pre programmed :) )
February 03, 2026, 11:23:12 AM 		1
Re: Magene C606 Bike Computer I was connecting my 606 to a new phone tonight and an option for the 606 pro t popped up. Im guessing it's the pro team version for astana.
February 14, 2026, 02:52:46 AM 		1