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Velobuild VB-R-099
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Velobuild VB-R-099

VeloBuildVeloBuild
Year2020
CategoryFrame

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components on Chinertownabout 1 hour ago
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The Velobuild VB-R-099 is a Chinese carbon aero road frame with fully integrated cable routing, disc brakes, and a proprietary seatpost. It is based on the Specialized Venge geometry. Users generally find it fast, stiff, and good value, but common issues include headset play, poor finishing in some areas, difficult internal cable routing, and a proprietary seatpost with significant setback. A zero-offset seatpost was later developed through community funding. The frame supports up to 32mm tires (and 650b x 45c), 160mm front/140mm rear rotors (160mm rear with adapter), and is available in sizes up to 58. It is also sold as the Longteng LTK-268 and TanTan TT-X21.

AI Summary

Pros

  • Good value for money; frame cost about $1000 including wheels and other parts (minus groupset).
  • Stiff and durable enough for heavier riders (tested up to 104kg) with no issues on climbs or sprints.
  • Frame construction is generally precise; BB shell is round and within spec, tube interiors are clean with no obvious voids.

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Cons

  • Headset play is a common issue, often requiring microspacers or a different compression ring to fix.
  • Internal cable routing, especially through the integrated handlebar, is very difficult and often requires a routing kit.
  • Poor finishing in some areas: seatpost clamp area and headset bearing seats have excess resin, paint, and rough surfaces.

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Key Points

  • Based on Specialized Venge geometry; similar to TanTan TT-X21 and Longteng LTK-268.
  • Frame weight: not explicitly stated, but complete builds around 8.6kg (with pedals and cages).
  • Bottom bracket: BB86/92 press-fit; works with SRAM DUB and Shimano cranksets.

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Where to Buy

$569.00· velobuild.com
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Specifications

Attributes

Frame TypeRoad
Frame MaterialCarbon
Brake MountFlat Mount Disc
Bottom BracketBB86
SeatpostProprietary
Front Axle12x100mm Thru-Axle
Rear Axle12x142mm Thru-Axle
Max Tire Width28 mm
Headset Type1.5" Straight (IS52/38.1 | IS52/40)
Shifting SupportMechanical & Electronic
Max Chainring Size—
UDH Compatible—
Includes CockpitYes
Geometry on BikeInsights
Stack : Reach1.45
2020 R
4952545658

Included Components

Fork
Fork
—
Seat Post
Seatpost
—
Integrated bar
Handlebar
—
Headset
Headset
—
Total Weight0g

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