Hey everyone,

I also finished my bike. Got the frame back in july, but had some other things before I could start the building. Also this is a bike that is a first for me in a lot of aspects, first carbon frame, carbon wheels, electrical shifting, 1x, and the first that I've built by myself.

Groupset: SRAM Rival E1 XPLR
Wheels: Elitewheels SLR Gravel 45mm depth
Tyres: Continental Terra Speed 40mm (for now, I had it as a spare. Planning to get a 45mm Pathfinder.)
Casette: SRAM Rival 10-46
Chainring: SRAM Rival E1 42T
Handlebars: Ican Blade-G

The biggest issue I encountered were the UDH hole in the frame was a bit undersized, I had the remove some paint there so the bushing could fit. Otherwise everything fits together nicely and it rides awesome. Had some anxiety on the first ride, eventhough I double checked every screw with 2, newly calibrated torque wrenches.
If anyone thinking about this frame I can easily recommend it! Also the full ordering process was smooth, Peggy answered all my questions quickly and I've received a status update about the frame with pictures during the whole process

Hey,

I've just ordered this frame last week and still undecided on the parts I want to build on. I have a Shimano GRX825 list and a SRAM Force/Rival E1 list. Price wise and logically (lot of hills and also fast flat gravels/roads around here) the Shimano would be the right choice for me, but I would also like to try out the SRAM groupset (never used one before). Also still not sure if 2x12 or 1x13 but that is just a different question.
The only issue I encountered with the Shimano build is the bottom bracket. This would be my first bike build and I know that the size would the T47i-24 85,5mm. Maybe I'm just blind but I can't find any option for this BB that doesn't cost hundreds of euros.
Does anyone has a recommendation, or experience with Shimano compatible BBs for this frame?

Thanks!

Thanks for the replies

I sorted out the 1x chainring issue with a Stone zero offset chainring.I'm really impressed with the quality and finish and it came with what look like chainring bolts specific to the chainring as when I tried to use them on my CX bike with another chainring they were too long. I've still got to shorten the chain a little bit and fine tune the chainset sitting but it handled a hard hilly ride while not optimal with any issues and slipping.

I've also upgraded the wheels and got a set of 29mm internal wheels from Carbonal which has bumped up the 47mm specialized Tracers I use to 51/52mm I do like the monster truck vibes but I may have to look into downsizing to the new 45mm tracers if there's any tyre rub