Some critical points though: the grommets were not able to take di2 cables as they came. I used a small saw to cut a slot in them to mount them and had no problems. Also guiding the cables through the handlebar takes some patience and thought - Think before you put yours in!
As for the wheels: tuffcycle are a young brand and they were actually the reason why I started this build. I was sceptical about their claims that they built wheels that can compare to the high-end stuff from A brands, but honestly these wheels are just that: perfect ride, lightweight and especially strong. So much even that I joined their family (yes I am biased
) Here no gripes either, and thankyou to Jasmine for recommending their "own" hubs over the 240S'es - these are wonderfully smooth and will most likey last a lifetime before anything happens to them.All-in-all:
frame + Fork: Workswell WCB-R-166(D) => 56 cm. 1456 grams on scale
Stem: Workswell carbon WSC-005 => 8 degrees, 120mm. 265 grams on scale
Handlebars: Workswell WHB-017 44cm. => sizes up like a 42.5, so choose one wider than you are used to. 228 grams on scale.
Groupset: Shimano R8070 => weight: strong mostly, choose Dura Ace for lightweight. 3900 grams on scale including smaller parts like bottleholder, saddle bag etc.
Wheelset: Tuffcycle Disc w. 25mm Continental GP4000SII tires => 45/45mm, Simplus hubs, 1496 grams on scale w. rim tape installed.
Total weight on the road 7,61 kilos.
If you want any more pics or information (especially regarding the wheels
) just let me know,Enjoy the pictures!
- Wheels arrived first
- Out of the box
- Build part 1: dialling in seating position
- Crack in the bar: picture sent to Stephie, She started up root cause analysis and sent a replacement one.
- Result: one cool bike in Switzerland :-)
