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Re: TanTan TT-X21 frame
The compression ring from the FSA headset worked fine with my TanTan headset cover. I did cover the top surface with some tacky tape but it probably didnt need it. Not sure what else to suggest other than to let a tech take look a it. I'd show you my set-up but it's currently mothballed. February 21, 2022, 07:40:50 PM |
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Re: Women Hardtail with Carbon-Fork
Hi all, I would rather get a new wife instead of swapping a fourstroke! 
June 20, 2022, 02:39:38 PM |
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Re: Airwolf YFR068 - 2023 Gravel Frame
The problem is with the spacer. You say it works, but is not ideal. The contact area between spacer and fork is very small hence the indentation. Looks like they took a normal crown race and changed the 90° inside angle to a 45 °angle so it would sit deeper.
November 09, 2023, 05:16:37 AM |
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Re: Airwolf YFR068 - 2023 Gravel Frame
One question in between: I ordered a glossy frame but saw that the listing on Aliexpress only mentioned that the seatpost was matte, so I specifically asked if I could get a matte bar & stem as well. November 10, 2023, 05:18:27 AM |
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Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
Is there any chance to get a sl7-stem or another handlebar/stem work on the top cap? I am probably going to work on this over the next few weeks; and it should fit this frame, though it wouldn't be made for it. I am still considering buying this frame; but haven't got around to asking velobuild if they would just sell me one without any handlebar. I really should get a cross bike, since i actually "need" one vs. another road bike. I run a small Etsy shop on the side (largely to subsidize my CAD subscription) and have made a number of these kinds of spacers and adapters. If you want to design these yourself, you can definitely use a nylon to get decent results. I think @thestickybottle on instagram, raceware direct, elilee etc are using just regular PA12 made on commercial grade printers. These prints are not as dense and not as strong in compression as OEM injection molded stuff, but they should be strong enough. I spend personally spend an extra $5-10 and get glass filled nylon for anything in constant compression as its much more creep resistant and about the same strength as the OEM stuff. Edit: I should add that I already have a versions for electronic wireless shifting for the Kalloy Uno stems and drop in replacement C-rings that offer greater contact area as well. DM for more info. December 19, 2023, 01:36:19 PM |
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Re: Consensus on replica frames ??
I'm kinda on the fence about riding a bare copy frame, but riding around on a fake one with the actual brand name is mega cringe. This thread has become a thread showing counterfeits. I personally wouldn’t ride one and am generally opposed to them existing. Given the price points, I want the factory and engineers using their limited resources on making a good frame, not a copy of another frame. I also want more people focused on making great products. But I also appreciate the clarity around the motivations of people who are buying these. Getting a good looking bike that doesn't break the bank is getting harder and harder, and if you don’t worry about the weight or actual aero performance, some of these copies look really good from 10ft. I cant argue with the pics. That said, I have seen a fake Pinarello Dogma trying to be passed off as the real thing on a resale site; which was only clear after a friend wasted his time going to see it and noticed some suspicious discrepancies. That’s seriously uncool. December 26, 2023, 10:45:52 AM |
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Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
If you wont miss the extra $2K, getting the SL8 is probably worth it. Easier access to spares, easier shop service if you need it. Proven performance etc. and you will get some of that back on resale if you swap bikes every couple of years. Regarding your concerns around fitting other bars and stems. This bike uses a 1 1/2” upper bearing, so you should be able to swap it out for headsets from Deda and FSA and use systems compatible with their designs. You will lose the shaped transition spacer. Integrated bars tend to come with fit kits including their own spacers. Higher end Chinese ones like the BigRock Skyline II even include their own C ring. RE: 3D printing. Some people release their 3d printed designs on sites like printables. I personally do not, as I don’t want to offer support for the design or deal with people printing the designs in materials that they aren’t designed for and then telling me the design doesn’t work. December 26, 2023, 11:28:53 AM |
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Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
Sakizashi since I already have the 168, like you I am considering getting the 268, without the handlebar and stem. My issue with VB is the shortest (width) handle bar they have tends to be 40's and I prefer 38's. Also in the past I have seen a tendency for their sep handlebar and stem tend to result in headset play vs their one piece. The 950 grams for the medium (current 168 is a 54) is of interest considering I would probably go a bit smaller (52). Suspect I can probably end up with a build of 7.2 (pedals and bottle cage included)
December 26, 2023, 12:26:17 PM |
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Re: VeloBuild VB-R-268 frame
I totally agree, but I am in the nice position to get a frame much cheaper because a friend of mine is working in the bike industry. Of course „cheap“ is the wrong word here. I am really unsure about my decision, but in the end I am trying to whitewash it with selling it later for nearly the price I will pay now… If money isn't an issue just get the specialized. It'll be lighter, better to ride and the chances of you getting an actually properly made and QCd product are massively higher. And even if there are issues you will be able to warranty it locally and talk to people who actually speak your language. January 14, 2024, 06:24:49 AM |
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Re: Airwolf YFR068 - 2023 Gravel Frame
Did you shape the expander top-cap a little? It sits really tight in the stem. Unfortunally I can‘t find any other D-Shape Expander here in Germany - Cervelo and/or Factor should fit, but seems to be very expansive and not available in aftermarket… I wouldn't bother buying an more expensive (original) one, you will probably end up with the same challenge. I did use a vice to trim down material of the top-cap. No way otherwise it would fit. February 10, 2024, 06:43:06 AM |
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