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Re: Groupset News I got a message on AliEx from the LTwoo store,  November release for their hydraulic brake RX groupset.

September 27, 2022, 02:05:12 PM 		1
Re: Velobuild VB-R-218
Quote from: kenderu on September 28, 2022, 08:35:42 AM
Only thing is there's a bunch of glue leftover on the steerer tube that'll need to be sanded down.


Are you sure that's "glue"? Actually, never mind...
September 28, 2022, 08:46:50 AM 		1
Re: Velobuild VB-R-218
Quote from: kenderu on November 07, 2022, 12:37:55 PM
I'm almost done my build and for some reason I have these leftover... what are they for?

Literally my first time building a bike, but it's been a really fun journey.

Steerer fork compression plug/sleeve ?

or

Polished centrifuge part from their nuclear program...for bikes
November 07, 2022, 02:24:26 PM 		1
Re: Velobuild VB-R-218
Quote from: kenderu on November 07, 2022, 12:37:55 PM
I'm almost done my build and for some reason I have these leftover... what are they for?

Literally my first time building a bike, but it's been a really fun journey.

Not entirely sure but I think those are some sort of adapters to accommodate different diameter batteries for electronic groupsets. Anyway, it’s nothing you need for a mechanical build. So don’t worry.
November 07, 2022, 02:40:01 PM 		1
Re: Velobuild VB-R-218
Quote from: kenderu on November 16, 2023, 09:58:02 AM
I think even the real pinarello is a pretty weighty bike.  I definitely didn't go the weight weenie route, the 60mm Elitewheels SLT were about 1750g, cassette is a Shimano Ultegra 11-32.  I'm using a cheap set of IIIpro disc brakes, not sure if they're lighter than normal disc brakes.  Also, ERX groupset is quite heavy compared to a mechanical groupset too.


Quick question about the saddle bolts, how do you tighten a saddle without a cutout in the middle?  I realized that one of the bolt faces upwards, and if there's no cut out in the saddle, I have no idea how to tighten it.

Got it. Still a nice build you have there!

Regarding the front screw saddle adjustment, you're going to have to remove the saddle, guesstimate your angle tilt and then adjust the screw prior to installing the saddle. Unless you have a center cutout saddle, there's not much else you can do to adjust it with the saddle attached.
November 16, 2023, 12:11:18 PM 		1
Re: Velobuild VB-R-218
Quote from: kenderu on November 16, 2023, 09:58:02 AM
Quick question about the saddle bolts, how do you tighten a saddle without a cutout in the middle?  I realized that one of the bolt faces upwards, and if there's no cut out in the saddle, I have no idea how to tighten it.

You could also check if there is enough space so you could use a trimmed down/shortened allen key.
November 16, 2023, 12:39:36 PM 		1
Re: Velobuild VB-R-218 I replaced the bottom headset bearing. To my pleasant surprise it wasn't actually worn out. It was just the dirt and grime that got in there that produced noise when turning the bars. I could have just cleaned it. Since I had the new Cane Creek bearing and crown race lying around I figured I might as well put that in and keep the original bearing as a spare. I took the opportunity to cut down the steerer a bit more and take off the single spacer I still had on top of the stem.
November 23, 2023, 06:34:58 AM 		1
Re: Best and worst overall quality/value components/tools/gear from AliExpress? Not the least bit bike-related, but I just have to. I kind of fell in love with Hobibear barefoot shoes. Apart from the obvious barefooty stuff (thin flexible sole, virtually no dampening, no arch to speak of), they're the most comfy shoes I've worn in a long time, and by a lot. They feel soo good, it's ridiculous (but feet are different, ymmv).

Now as for value: They sell in the 40-bucks range on Amazon (some as Hobibear, some as Within) and the BF crowd seems to like them at that price. On Ali, you can get some models below 25 bucks more or less regularly, and a few as low as ~15(!)* - shipped to the EU. Quality looks decent for 40 bucks, but for ~20, it's almost stellar (now, there will be lemons, but I have yet to get one; uh, shouldn't jinx it). Great value.



There are a few slightly different cuts (where overall shape and fit seems rather similar), a few different colours, textile and faux leather options. Unless you're triggered by the slight clown-shoe look that comes with a wideish ergonomically-shaped toe box, they look really nice.

*) Click around a bit to stuff your search history and then check the coins discount-finder page** (discounts there only work when you "buy now"). And then click around some more. Some have the 3-20 deal on them, some go cheaper as early-bird deals and what have you, and then, some of those are listed on the coins discount page. YMMV.
**) Will for some reason show higher discounts when visited through a mobile browser (probably the same with the app).
December 20, 2023, 03:10:17 PM 		1
Re: Best and worst overall quality/value components/tools/gear from AliExpress? These SCVCN photochromic glasses are simultaneously great and terrible.
I wore them a handful of times and they quickly became my favorite glasses, but they can't survive a 5 ish foot drop onto carpet. :-\ Arm snapped right off.
Tbh considering I paid $2, I'll probably buy them again.  ;D
December 27, 2023, 11:27:04 AM 		1
Re: Velobuild VB-R-218 Positive discussion for now with Chris. He agreed to send another model, but I have to pay to compensate for fork, bar and seat post. That is fair.

I would go with the 177, but I am tempted by the 268. It seems to be almost as light as the 177.It seems that the 177 reputation is pretty good. Do you guys think I should jump with the 268 or stay conservative with the 177?

Edit: I just placed the order for the 268.
January 10, 2024, 10:33:29 AM 		1