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I plan to go from 1x to 2x. Is it possible to run full housing on the front derailleur? (I already run full on the back). Or how is this done properly? Any hints for cable routing?, because obviously the guides are out.…
Same here, my Roubaix is collecting dust, seeing the sun only for occasional rides with roadies knowing nothing about the joy of gravel. 😊
And here my cfr696 😄
I have a set of Elite Carbon gravel wheels which run perfect. Just today I ran into a pothole at 50kmh, massiv hit that scared me, but everything ok. So now I know the wheels and cfr696 are very well built.
Today I ran into a pothole at 50kmh with my 696. Massive hit, I could feel the whole frame bending, but didn't crash. Was worried afterwards but turns out everything ok. That experience has even deepened my already high…
markoshark wrote: What sort of expander plugs and headsets are people using? Ideally a long expander plug, not after light weight, after strong.. I bought the 5cm Neco Compression plug from Ali. There's also a 7cm…
Thijsvanderwal wrote: Depends on the width of the tire you're planning to ride. For anything over 35mm 650b will handle a lot better for smaller and lighter riders. 52 seems too big for 166cms, I would go one size down…
Planning to build a CFR696 for a 166cm woman. Would a size 49 or 52 fit? Goal is a stable, relaxed ride, no racing. And would you choose 650b wheels for that size? Thx!
TidyDinosaur wrote: Yes, it is a 11sp chain. I did not lube the cable. The cable is run through the frame without the outer housing so excessive fiction did also cross my mind. But re-running the cable through the frame…
MagicLoogies wrote: Just finished a 4 day bike packing trip (my first one on the Carbonda, and first real big test of my frame). 30% Gravel 60% Road 10% Hike-a-bike. The 696 soaked everything up, it was flawless. Very…
Turbogrover wrote: I see a lot of posts specifically for the Carbonda frames, but does anyone know of any Chinese brands that have geometry similar to the Specialized Diverge? I really like the 80mm drop at the bottom…
Biterdi wrote: @gogolo nice build! Love the color of your frame! Which was the final weight of the bike? Unfortunately I have no scale, sorry.
Momfer wrote: Check if the topcap runs free from the headtube, if it doesn't you will never be able to have enough preload to eliminate play in which case you should use a headset shim/micro spacer. Thx that did exactly…
So I finished also my build. First ride was simply great. Thx everybody for your kind help. Here we go : Frame: Carbonda cfr696 size 61 (RAL7031) (Wing was great) Bar: PRO PLT Discover 12° 44cm Wheels: Elite Carbon…
mmr-swe wrote: I replaced the rear guide with one I found from another supplier. It seems to be fairly common measurements, you just need to find someone that supplies small frame spare parts. Jagwire has some generic…
mmr-swe wrote: You can keep the cable guide in your spare parts drawer. I don't even see a feasible way to use that with full housing. As for the cable guide in the down tube, my frame was delivered with a spare one…
I installed full housing and now my question is if I have to run the housing through the bb guidance (see photo)? Did you drill it to widen it or do you just run the housing through the frame? And: is it correct that I…
Today my 696 arrived . Long delay building the size 61, but five days shipping to Switzerland. Everything seems fine, excellent frame build quality, paint job very good, new seatclamp which fixates the seatpost very…
Wibe wrote: Hello Everyone, What are you all's experiences with the 3-10 days DHL shipping to Europe (Netherlands)? I've ordered a CFR696 (56) in matte RAL7009 April 6, and experiencing a lot of delay and misreporting…
Thx for the detailed answer about the plug length! Another question where I am not sure after reading alot here: Do I need adapters if I mount 160mm discs front and back with hydraulic shimano breaks on a CFR696? Thx!