Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame

[memebike]

Do you ride it on Gravel or RR.
25 mm inner width is huge, 22 mm would be normal
send me details of what you bought

I'm only on Road, ordered the VB-RC-50-25mm

http://www.velobuild.com/products/vb-rc-50-23-25mm-rear-axel-135mm-carbon-cyclocross-wheelset-25mm-width

[planet_sammy]

Hello everybody, here my first post!

First of all thank you all, the many tips are very helpful, but first I have the size question...because I'm still not sure!
 
Should I order the size 52 or 54 when choosing the VB-R-168 model with separate stem and handlebar?

My measurements are:
Inseam 825-830 mm
Hull length 610-615 mm
Shoulder width 400 mm
Arm length 590 mm

Size chart from Spezialized says: Size 54 width 400 mm Handlebar and 100 mm stem, maybe (90mm)?

Is that OK or which stem and which size is needed?

Best regards, Sammy

[RDY]

Here's the seat post clamp I've used on my vbr086 and vbr168. I'm pretty sure someone else on here found it.
https://a.aliexpress.com/_m0j1Eoe

Assume this will work on the VB 099 too.  I suspect replacing the clamp with this, and then further replacing the bolts with Ti ones will save 60-70g. 

Do you know what the bolt specs are?

[renrew]

Hello everybody, here my first post!

First of all thank you all, the many tips are very helpful, but first I have the size question...because I'm still not sure!
 
Should I order the size 52 or 54 when choosing the VB-R-168 model with separate stem and handlebar?

My measurements are:
Inseam 825-830 mm
Hull length 610-615 mm
Shoulder width 400 mm
Arm length 590 mm

Size chart from Spezialized says: Size 54 width 400 mm Handlebar and 100 mm stem, maybe (90mm)?

Is that OK or which stem and which size is needed?

Best regards, Sammy

Size chart from Spezialized says: Size 54 width 400 mm Handlebar and 100 mm stem, maybe (90mm)?

Use the sizes from specialized as a guide, that's perfect 88 step, size 56, 100 stem

Height 1.80 m

[renrew]

25

@memebike

[memebike]

@memebike

oh good to know, i just assumed thats what the 25mm meant. either way, happy with the wheels, if anything I'd probably have gone the 60mm option

[planet_sammy]

Update on my situation:
I opened a PayPal dispute after Chris wasn't much help resolving my problems, and they have requested that I send the frame back to China, at my expense. I looked up how much it would cost, and the cheapest option with tracking from Canada to China is over 500 CAD! More than half the original cost...

Does anyone know if there are any third party sources for the seatpost hardware? Chris denies that there is anything wrong with the one I received but I have no doubts they sent the wrong parts. If I can fix the seatpost, I can at least use it as an indoor trainer bike.

And they still haven't refunded me for the missing bottle cages (the least of my worries at this point).

Hi @bamboo_mountain, here the image of the headtube...

[Madcrazy10]

Hi all, I apologize in advance, but I'm just now getting into bike building and I really would love to build my wife a new bike.  Right now she rides an aluminum Giant Liv with Sora group and she really deserves an upgrade.  Comfort is a priority but I do like the extra aero look you get from the 168 frame.

I am currently looking at the velobuild 168 or 177 frames with some custom paint.  If I buy a frame from them do I need to ask for anything else in addition?  Does it come with all the hardware that I need?  Like spacers, maybe an extra derailleur hanger, seat clamps, headset or whatever.  I have wheels already and plan on sourcing 105 group parts from ebay, going with mechanical disk brakes to save some extra dollars.   

Also, do you think they would have an issue copying this paint job?

[renrew]

chris@velobuild.com

this is your contact

[Irideslowly]

Hi all, I apologize in advance, but I'm just now getting into bike building and I really would love to build my wife a new bike.  Right now she rides an aluminum Giant Liv with Sora group and she really deserves an upgrade.  Comfort is a priority but I do like the extra aero look you get from the 168 frame.

I am currently looking at the velobuild 168 or 177 frames with some custom paint.  If I buy a frame from them do I need to ask for anything else in addition?  Does it come with all the hardware that I need?  Like spacers, maybe an extra derailleur hanger, seat clamps, headset or whatever.  I have wheels already and plan on sourcing 105 group parts from ebay, going with mechanical disk brakes to save some extra dollars.   

Also, do you think they would have an issue copying this paint job?

I would not recommend asking velobuild for this paint. I have not heard of any good reviews on their ability to fade colors. If you want that color, buy your frame from seraph/tantan.

[Madcrazy10]

Gotcha. Yeah, my aspirations might be a bit high here paint wise. I do see other pink paint schemes in their site so might stick to those.

I just wanted to know if there really was anything I should be aware of before ordering. I’ll email Chris but wanted to check here too.

I do know my wife wouldn’t like a slammed stem so hope it comes with all the spacers to use an uncut steerer tube.

[Irideslowly]

One thing you should check with Chris and others is the size. going from a Liv women's bike to a 168 might be unmanageable. Check the geometry sheet.

[Madcrazy10]

So, I ended up purchasing the vbr-r-66 endurance disc frame. This seemed to be the most relaxed/comfort frame they offer. It also looks very similar geometry wise to her giant liv. I’m going to let velobuild paint it as well as they say they can fade the paint between pink & blue chameleon. Can’t wait to see how it turns out.

Thanks all for the suggestions.

[1Sigma]

In other news, the 168 makes an appearance on GCN during the bike vault segment.

https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxPP9UE-5DOvxTgI_OMKjzXAUz5oYpxIAG

Looks like just shy of the vault based on technicalities.

I propose we flood GCN with Velobike bike vault submissions.  Heck, let’s flood GCN with vault submissions for all our Chiner bikes!

[hazzer19]

In other news, the 168 makes an appearance on GCN during the bike vault segment.

https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxPP9UE-5DOvxTgI_OMKjzXAUz5oYpxIAG

Looks like just shy of the vault based on technicalities.

I propose we flood GCN with Velobike bike vault submissions.  Heck, let’s flood GCN with vault submissions for all our Chiner bikes!

hahah totally!

One of the presenter seems to not be a fan of Chinese based brands from what I've seen in the past and the reaction in this video haha - Just you wait!