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Finish!  8)

Size M
Kozlevo Handlebar
Rival AXS with Woozei 11-34 Casette.
CSC Wheels 40mm 25mm internal
Schwalbe ONE 28s tubeless (32mm real)
140/160 Galfer road Disc
Ryet 3D Saddle
Faveros Axiomas
Zefal carbon bottlecages

8,2KG with pedals, bottlecages and Garmin mount.

It´s stiffer than my old Velobuid 168. I expected a much harsh ride quality. But it´s ride so good, not harsh, I think mainly due to the tubeless.
The aero shape is realy noticeable, at 35/40km/h you can feel the extra help.
Uphill character is not so much leavely, perhaps its the weight or like the majority of open moulds, rides well but the lack of the spring / bow character of a real sworks for example. Not so much problem IMO on an aerobike.

Overall so much happy with the bike, taking into account the price of the frame., the quality its so good.
I received a damaged fork, but they sent me another one, quickly and only with photos of the problem. Cheers for SpycCyle.


 






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Nearly ready.
Drop in some tape, an small adjustments and done.

Looks so good, ann overall the felling of the quality is correct.
I'll upload more photos when finished.

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so... in overall Spcycle, is a reliable Frame Manufacturer?
im thinking ordering, this frame since its pretty similar to the Aeroad Canyon.

Yes, also they have a so good after sales event.


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What's this based on? Seemingly it says its also a "4 pawls" freehub, not a ratchet type - and I can see other differences between my d272 and the pictured version

My CSCT31 hub have 4 pawls, it´s not rachet.

Also if you check de web probably find your rachet hub version.

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Any Insights on their cheaper alternative, the CSCT31 hubs? If you choose these instead of the D272, wheels are approx. 100 USD cheaper, but also 250g heavier.
But for a cheap gravel wheelset, i wouldn't mind the extra weight...

They are using Yuan hubs

CSC31 is https://www.yuananbike.com/product/yar-rd16-low-resistance-bike-hub-center-lock-brake-interface-4-pawls-freebody-low-resistance


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I guess yes, because is a 1/2" standart Headset.

You sould write SPcycle via aliexpress, they answer fast.

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After some messages and photos, because also have a small "booble/hole" in the fork, they are gonna send me another fork next week.

No complaints about the service. I'll update when the spare fork arrives.

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Thanks for all that have posted. There is not much info on the R065 online and I was hesitant to pull the trigger. After reading this thread many times, I placed my order via AliExpress on March 1 and it was delivered today. It was packaged nicely and I was excited to get started with the build.

I have Elite 50mm wheels with GP 5000 STR 28s and SRAM Rival AXS 2x12 ready to go on the bike.

However, issue with the fork and the bearing. The bearing does not seat all the way down. I did not want to force it as they may have sent the wrong size. I just sent a message with pics through AE and am waiting to hear back. In all fairness, this is only my second build and I could be doing something wrong. I will be visiting my LBS tomorrow to check, and to ask a few questions on some other things.

Here are some pics of the fork issue. I will post more pics in another reply.

Just received my frame, and have the same issue with the bottom fork bearing.

Could you tell me what was the solution? Just put a message to Spcycle on AliExpress.


On the other hand, frame looks so good in glossy black. Same weight, few grams of difference than my currently Velobuild 168.




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I am curious if others that have a VB-168 are running wider tires and what improvement (if any) came from changing to wider tires. Is this a more stable or comfortable ride? Do 28 and 30mm tires fit within the fork and chain stay? I currently run 25mm but wondering if there is a benefit to going with wider ones.

Yes up to 32mm, without any problem.  Currently I'm running 28c on a 25mm internal rim, measures 32mm and have enough space.

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Velobuild VB-R-177
« on: July 23, 2025, 12:29:31 PM »
What is the actual clearance of the frame? I thought it was 32c?

Why don't go for the Spcycle R088, no so much expensive when offer in AliExpress and just more light and modern.

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Satisfied by my R065 in raw matt carbon. Magne p505 only fits with a 1mm spacer on the drive side for those who are interested.
The Spcycle handelbars looked too bulky, so I choose the Kocevlo ones which should weigh the same.
The ride is stiff and I can feel every minuscule bump on the road (also thanks to the carbon spokes on the xmcs Wheels and a carbon saddle)
Feels great on the flats, in short sprints and alright on hills, the only thing pulling this bike back on climbs would be myself.
Rode it for 2200km and only issue was the saddleclamp slipping.
In total about 8kg with bottle cages and pedals.

Looks so good IMO!
Thanks 👍 for the report and glad to know your no issues experience.

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Just pull the trigger on AliExpress for a Size M Glossy Black

I'm gonna put the parts I have on a Velobuild 168, Rival AXS and CSC Wheels. Just to try a full Aero design.


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Just another photo...

2 months revie: no issues  8)

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
« on: March 31, 2023, 12:23:40 AM »

Great looking build! What kind of saddle are you using?

Aspide (clon) from AliExpress

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