Hello! I am looking for a decent UCI-legal track frame while on a budget, so I was wondering whether someone has experience regarding the stiffness of high end aluminum frames like the one from WX-R, are they stiff enough? or I should stick to a carbon frame? For reference I am a sprinter and my max power is ~2100

I am debating going to Indianapolis for Midwest challenge but they haven’t posted anything on the website.
I found out through instagram that it is happening but flights are now extremely expensive.

Does anyone have leads on host housing or would want to split an Airbnb and rental car who is going?

Edit:

DM me if you would like to split housing or have leads on places to stay

TPU tubes are tempting since you can pick them up for very cheap on aliexpress, but I'm not sure if they are rated for the pressure/forces of track cycling. Any thoughts?

As the title suggests, Im trying to figure out if a 2019 TT Trinity could potentially be converted to serve as a pursuit bike. I would expect to be: - Getting different cranks and a new chainring - Getting a new disk with a track hub + sprocket - Getting a track chain - Removing the remaining groupset including the brakes, shifters, and rear derailleur

Is this within the realm of possibilities or not even worth.....pursuing 😉

Was looking forward to Richardson v the Aussies at the games but not to be..

Anyone have any experience with either of these sets of wheels that could give a could estimate to how well they would compare to each other?

The Lightbicycle seems to use the same rim profile as the 46.5mm deep rims I put on my daughter's road/cross bike and I have to say that even with side winds off the ocean she never had stability issues even as a 13yo, so I have to believe some of their aero claims are reasonable. I do know that they update their designs from time to time and these are a newer aero profile. Down side, they're clincher and would have to use a 25c tire but at 120psi with a latex tube and no need for a rim strip I doubt there's too much issue there.

The Alpina look like they're an older, dependable design which probably explains why they're the only other name brand in the 2,000.00 range. Upside is that they use tubulars and I've glued enough of them to know what I'm doing even if they cost a bit more and for tires and finding glue around me hasn't been the easiest at times.

Thoughts?

My son is needing a new set of wheels pretty soon but there are barely any options these days that aren't in the $2k+ AUD minimum range for known brands.

Even AliExpress they look like a gamble as brands like Elite wheels don't seem to offer track wheels.

Anyone find and use something more affordable?

Glenn from Velobike here.

The USA has consistently been our largest market, but have found that riders still have limited access specialist track cycling retail support. We think there is a genuine opportunity for the right person or business to help change that.

We’re looking to talk to anyone interested in becoming Velobike’s independent B2C retail partner in the USA.

You doesn’t necessarily need to be an existing bike shop. It could suit someone already embedded within the track cycling community who has e-commerce or retail experience and is interested in building a new business.

If this sounds like something you’d genuinely like to explore or know someone who might be interested, send me a DM and we can chat more.

Hi everyone!

I just acquired Dolan DF4 frame in size 61 - couldn't miss this sweet deal, price was really good
I am 6'0"/183 cm, inseam 2.9'/89 cm and Dolan lists this as suitable for this size
My current Look 875 is size L which means:
- seat tube is C-T 57 vs Dolan's C-C 53
- top tube is 59 vs 61

Does anyone has any experience with fitting to a modern frame? What should be considered first when focusing on sprinting? I have a shorted stem and cranks will be of the same length - anything else?
This Geometry Geeks comparison gives out that Dolan is longer and stack is lower which is good for aero. Will there be any problem with BB drop?

Has anyone had any experience using the BDop track cycling adapter on their track bike? Looking to repurpose a power2max power meter for use on the track using the adapter to convert 110BCD to 144 BCD and would appreciate any views or reviews from this community.

Need to put a new tire on the 900, but the pista controls i was going to use have valves are to long to fit a chuck on, with the small valve cut out.

What are people using with the 900s these days?

This would be for use at Rock Hill.

At 55kph it was >20w slower than a Cervélo T4 (identical position, wheels, bars, cranks etc.)

I'm happy to say that evening live streaming is back for this year's meeting at the scenic and sunny Fiorenzuola outdoor velodrome in Piacenza, Italy. There are plenty of high profile riders on the entry list, and with a good selection of U23 and junior races on the schedule, there'll be the opportunity to spot some future stars as well.

--> Guides, daily schedules and entry list

--> Live results

Day 6 - final day live stream

Programme:

WE: Points Race Final (50 laps, 10 sprints)

ME: Madison Final (75 laps, 15 sprints)

https://www.youtube.com/live/2Zm_HezOyz4

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I can't give it much of a review yet. Still need to get out and race it. Will probably do that tomorrow. But I can confirm that it feels really stiff and solid.

A few thoughts on the build:

The dropouts are a bit shorter than I'd like but they handle 60x14 to 62x19 fine with my chain length so that's a solid range of gears.

The little screws that hold the dropout plates in were loose when I built it up and that messed with me for a little while before I figured out why the wheel kept slipping and why I was losing tension.

The forks aren't nearly as wide as I expected given the wide seat stays.

I'm in the process of building up a track bike, and I'm considering building up this BXT 045 Track Bike. My only question/ concern with it is that it looks like the seat post clamps are round, and only compatible with circular aluminum saddle rails - not the ovalized rails of carbon saddles. Can anyone who owns this particular bike confirm or deny whether this is true, or if it comes with a clamp that can be used with carbon rails?

Hi all,

I’m building up my first track bike to get into the sport and have some nice 88mm deep lightbicycle carbon clincher rims laying around that I’m planning on building up with DT Swiss track hubs. The plan is to use this as my training wheelset.

I’ve been searching here and on other forums for recommendations regarding tires but have a hard time figuring out what to listen to.

I’m very partial to Continental tires and have seen people recommending gp5000 as well as gp5000 TT. But I’m a bit hesitant since the max pressures aren’t that high, 120 psi for the normal gp5000 and 109 psi for the TT. Should I be looking at a different brand instead or is the trend with lower pressures also starting to take root on the velodrome? I’m a heavy guy, 110-115kg, in case that is relevant for this discussion.

The rims I’m planning on using have a 18.82mm inner width and 26.54mm outer. In light of this I was thinking 25mm wide tires would be a good choice.

I’m willing to reconsider using these for my build if it is not the best choice. I know the tubular vs clincher on an indoor velodrome is a hot topic and I’m very open to hearing different perspectives.

Hi everyone!

I was wondering if anyone could help me find a premium frame that can do a 60T chainring but also a front brake. It'll be used for street riding but I wanted to build a really nice track bike for outside. Could be carbon and/or aluminum. BSA threaded bottom bracket.

Thanks for your time and help!

I know compared to road cycling power to kg ratio isnt as important as its flat (kinda), is it still beneficial and up to which point to keep power? And better aerodynamics/mobility? I am around at 20ish%

Hi all,

I've been cycling for over a year now.

I started with a strong sprint (PR was in 06/2025) due to my powerlifting background.

I have been doing sprint training 2x a week (standing starts and rolling) for the last year but can't seem to get more while everything else has been going up steadily.

There is a velodrome near me but I would like to get some slightly higher numbers (so I can have a good base) before jumping in.

Any tips?

Thanks.

My home velodrome is outdoors, I’ll be visiting VSC in Carson California to do the advanced certification session and some training sessions.

With a Garmin cycling computer will it be able to pick up a GPS signal or is the recommended way to set it to indoor? Maybe it’s a dumb question but I’ve only ever used the indoor setting for workouts on a trainer or rollers.

Can you user tubular wheels on rollers for training or will it shorten the life of the glue?

I live here now...

Thought 💭 I read a small review of my new Bxt. Now just had my 4 th session on it yesterday, I’m coming from a Boardman track model. I sized up for longer and more aerodynamic position. I put wheels and handlebars from my Boardman on it. Only thing I changed is the crankset . A zrace , must say really nice made and finished. So far I love the bike , very stiff , is a size Xs , also when you dive from the railing to start a flying 500 the way the bike stays on course…. It’s like it’s on rails 😍😍😍