Velocite Geos prototype frame
I’ll be receiving a Velocite Geos prototype frame at the end of May. I’ve decided to build it up with Shimano Dura Ace Di2. Here is what my preliminary build list looks like. Since this is a budget weenie and I’m also sourcing parts from the second hand market, I’ve decided for a bunch of reasons to stay away from high-priced German carbon fiber parts. This is a “best bang for the buck” type of build. Ideally, it should have been built up with SRAM Red, since that is the lightest gruppo, but I decided to go with Di2. I’ve been itching to try it out.
I also plan on tuning the rear derailleur other parts of Di2 in an effort to trim off some of the weight. Although this is a weight weenie type build, the emphasis is on durability over low weight, which is why most of the parts aren’t extremely light. For example, I’ll set it up with my training wheels, the Fulcrum Racing 0s, but when I get the AX SRT 24 wheels, the weight will drop by 650g.
Although I’d like to add some ultra-light parts, like a stem and handlebar, after thoroughly researching and reviewing what’s available, I’ve decide to stay away from the lightest possible components. There are many reasons why, but the main ones include durability and price. Spending $400 in order to shave off 30g isn’t the best idea.
One of the reasons why I’m not including the AX Morpheus crank in this preliminary build list, is because of the 152 q-factor. This is quite a bit compared to other cranks, including the Hollowgram SiSL. The Hollowgrams are made out of aluminum and are plenty stiff.
I’ve been asked why I decided to go with Di2. The answer is simple. It’s the smoothest shifting gruppo out there, no matter what people say. Once you’ve tried, you won’t want to go back. I know a few Campy lovers who have sold their Super Record, and quite a few other things, in order to buy Di2. I’ve tried it myself and it’s indescribable. If you can afford it, you should get it.
Velocite Geos size M matte 810g
Velocite SCS saddle 113g
Fulcrum Racing 0 2 way fit 1470g
Recon ti 11-25 cassette 136g
New Ultimate 31.6 stem 136g
Velocite LICOS 31.8 42cm 185g
Velocite FCS 31.8 120mm 120g
Cannondale Hollowgram SiSL 580g
TRP 960 w pads 230g
Velocite Ultralight fork 330g
Tune chainrings 50/34T 98g
Di2 STI levers ST-7970 260g
Battery SM-BTR1-A 70g
Front cable SM-EW79A-E 19g
Rear cable and battery holder 83g
Rear derailleur RD-7970 221g
Front derailleur FD-7970 122g
KMC X110SL Chain 229g
Tufo Ultra 240g
tubes
Cinelli Bubble Ribbon tape
Tuning Parts
Fibre Lyte top cap 3g
Fibre Lyte Pulley Wheels 8g
Fibre Lyte RD plate 9g
BTP Seat Clamp 6g
Parlee FD clamp 7g
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5,482g
Possible upgrades
(AX Morpheus crank 370g) -210g
(AX 2100 seatpost 31.6 85g) -54g
(AX SRT 24 wheelset 820g) -650
CULT ceramic bearings
Velocite SCS saddle 113g
Fulcrum Racing 0 1470g
recon ti 11-25 cassette 136g
New Ultimate 31.6 stem $107 136g
Velocite LICOS 31.8 $110 185g
Velocite FCS 31.8 120mm $90 120gExtralite UL3 stem $210 78g
Soul Kozak Top Cap 4g
Soul Kozak Seat Clamp 10g
Parlee FD clamp 34.9 7g
AX 6000 fork $654 250g
AX Morpheus 152q $500 370g
AX 2100 seatpost 31.6 22 cm $373 85g
AX 4000 handlebars $519 135g
Syntace F99 with Titanium bolts 26 $115 96g
Fibre-Lyte chain rings
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I was thinking about this. A complete bike that weights 5.8Kg with reasonable priced components(except the cranks).
bar tape, etc. 100
Bottle cage Tune 2x carbon 20
Brake cable Alligator I-Links red 60
Shift cable Alligator Mini I-Links black 45
STI Sram Red 280
front dérailleur Sram Red 58
rear dérailleur Sram Red 153
cassette KCNC 12-27 135
chain SB KMC X10 260
brakes KCNC C7 red 170
frame Velocite Geos L 877
Fork Velocite Bora 330
Headset FSA 72
Spacer carbon 12
seatclamp Token or other 9
seatpost Woodman Carbo EL 350mm 31,6mm 133
saddle Keil carbon 100
stem KCNC SC Wing OS 90 or 100mm 110
handlebar Velocite Licos 40cm 176
skewers KCNC or Atik red 46
Wheels Profi-line criterium 1330 1330
veloplugs 10
innertubes Michelin A1comp 156
tires Schwalbe Ultremo black 390
pedals Speedplay Zero titanium red 164
cranks+axle Lightning 185mm 480
blades FRM 36-50 100
bolts red 10
5786 gram
Nice build.
I like it. The Geos is going to be interesting to build. BTW, the weight of my build is incomplete. There’s a bunch of stuff missing, which is why it’s a preliminary build.
Thanks. Is the weight of the Geos size m,matt correct or a educated guess?
Hi Peter,
Educated guess. I’ve been told that a size S will weigh approximately 790g, size L is 877 in gloss, so I think a size M in matte would be around that weight, give or take a few grams.
AX6000 fork O_O Looks like a very nice build.
Get a Parlee FD clamp instead of BTP. Nearly same price, but much better build quality.
Hi!
Ok, good to know. I was looking more at the weights.
@Range,
regarding the fork just keep in mind that the AX6000 uses a straight 1 1/8″ steerer, while the Velocite Geos has an asymmetric 1 1/8″ – 1.5″ head tube. This was the only way to achieve our target front end stiffness.
We are working on an ultralight asymmetric steerer fork, but since we do not want to start specifying maximum rider weight limits, I am doubtful if we will be able to make it at much under 330g.
Hi Victor,
Thanks for the update. I hadn’t checked they steerer dimensions. Do Edge forks work?
Cheers
Range,
Edge Road Tapered works, but it is the same weight as our Velocite Bora fork and the frame ships with a Bora fork as standard…unless we manage to finish our ultralight tapered fork by the time your frame is ready.
V.
All right Victor,
Good to know. I’ll hold off on ordering the fork, thanks!