Hey all,
I’ve been obsessing over road bikes for a while now and finally decided to build my own from the ground up — mainly aiming for something aero, fast, and clean. This is my first-ever bike build, so I wanted to share my full parts list and get feedback before pulling the trigger.
I’ll be using the Velobuild VB-R-168 frame with full internal cable routing and an integrated handlebar, paired with SRAM Rival eTap AXS 2x for electronic shifting. I ride mostly flat and rolling terrain, so I’m going with a 10–30T cassette for tighter gear jumps.
Let me know if everything looks compatible — or if I’m missing anything critical. Appreciate any thoughts from more experienced builders!
Build List:
Component Item
Frame Velobuild VB-R-168 w/ integrated bar
Groupset SRAM Rival eTap AXS 2x (includes crank, chain, rotors, derailleurs, shifters, batteries)
Wheels Yoeleo SAT C50 DB PRO NxT SL2 (XDR, disc)
Cassette SRAM XG-1250 12-speed, 10–30T
Bottom Bracket SRAM DUB PF 86.5 (BB86)
Tires Continental GP5000 700x28c Clincher (x2)
Brake Rotors SRAM CenterLine XR 160mm & 140mm (6-bolt)
Saddle Selle Italia Model X 145mm
Tubes 700x28c, 60mm presta (x2)
Pedals Already owned
I’m also planning to pick up:
• Torque wrench
• Grease + carbon paste
• Bar tape
• Basic tool kit
Thanks again for any help — super excited but also nervous to do this myself!
by Hyouka_screams
6 Comments
Might as well grab a carbon fibre 3D printed Saddle. My 2024 model Ryet is amazing.
You’ll need a bearing press for a pressfit BB installation. Threaded bottom brackets are easier to install.
Getting the most expensive rotors sram makes with the rival cranks/cassette is a choice but if you think they look cool have at it lol. Also I’m not going to google those random Chinese wheels check for you – but the vast majority of road wheels are centerlock and those rotors you are buying are 6 bolt.
Cranks/Casettes are where you can save the most weight and new take offs are very common from people changing crankset length or swapping to a power meter crank.
You probably need a flat mount brake adapter for fork.
If you’re gonna buy do it sooner than later because tarrifs…
If you’re based in the US, check out bikecloset.com. I’m too lazy to do the math, but you might be able to save some on the grouppo by buying from them, even though they’re seperate and the derailleurs don’t come with batteries.
I would go for the VB-R-268. It is the successor and should be universally better. VB-R-168 is cheap for a reason, it’s old stock. VB-R-268 seems to use more modern manufacturing techniques and higher-end carbon fiber layup. Doesn’t make sense to skimp so much on a frame either if you deck it out with high-end components.
The frame is a bit of an outlier price wise compared to the rest of the build. I’d want a much better frame as it’s the heart of the entire bike.