Dengfu R01 Ultralight or Velobuild R-177 Super Light? Two carbon frames sold direct. Quick verdict: the Dengfu R01 Ultralight is lighter (~70 g) and the Velobuild R-177 Super Light is cheaper (~$150).
| Dengfu R01 Ultralight | Velobuild R-177 Super Light | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Dengfu | Velobuild |
| Discipline | Grimpe / légère | Route légère |
| Material | Toray T800 | Toray T1000 |
| Frame weight | 850 g | 920 g |
| Sizes | 48;50;52;54;56;58;60 | XS;S;M;L;XL |
| Braking | Patin | Disque |
| Tyre clearance | 25 mm | — |
| Indicative price | 550 $ | 399 $ |
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Weight, use and price
The Dengfu R01 Ultralight (~850 g) is lighter than the Velobuild R-177 Super Light (~920 g). The Dengfu R01 is a pure ultralight climber (T800); the Velobuild R-177 a more versatile, cheaper lightweight road frame. On budget, the Velobuild R-177 Super Light is cheaper (~$399 vs ~$550).
Verdict: which to choose?
Pick the Dengfu R01 Ultralight for weight, the Velobuild R-177 Super Light for budget. Two great value picks; decide on weight or budget.
Go further: our carbon frame guides or the full comparator.
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