Spcycle New Mold SP-R088 Carbon Road Frame

[Sdfrt]

you can see carbon fibres on the paint, i noticed the same thing on my easedon wheels when i shine a light on them

[momento]

it's a clear finish, not a paint job. They usually let you choose between glossy or matte.
the glossy one lets you see all the grain of the carbon.
the matte one hides it a bit

[spcycle]

Matt black

This is UD matt, not matt black.

[pandinoyoung]

some people should buy the complete branded bike and not look at these Chinese frames.

[Sdfrt]

This is UD matt, not matt black.

I already understood. But I think it's better to write ud matte in the product card, and not just matte like you have, and post more real photos so that the person can see what he's buying

[spcycle]

The following is the weight of the Matt black frame (without rear axle and UDH hanger installed)
Size 44, weight 760G
Size 49, weight 780G
Size 52, weight 800G
Size 54, weight 830G
Size 56, weight 860G
Size 58, weight 885G

[momento]

The following is the weight of the Matt black frame (without rear axle and UDH hanger installed)
Size 44, weight 760G
Size 49, weight 780G
Size 52, weight 800G
Size 54, weight 830G
Size 56, weight 860G
Size 58, weight 885G

the frame is nice and seems well made, but it would be nice with a more tapered head tube restyling.
a simple cylinder clashes with the frame line

[jonathanf2]

the frame is nice and seems well made, but it would be nice with a more tapered head tube restyling.
a simple cylinder clashes with the frame line

Now that I look closely comparing my TFSA SL6 clone and my R088, even the older Tarmac clones have the slight tapered head tube. Then again there's always the TanTan X68 or other SL8 clones if that's the look you're going for. I mainly got this frame for the other features. UDH hangers are like $6 USD and UDH direct mount hangers are under $20 USD. Plus at some point I might try fitting 32c tires.

I already understood. But I think it's better to write ud matte in the product card, and not just matte like you have, and post more real photos so that the person can see what he's buying

Sorry you didn't get exactly what you wanted. I made sure to verify the look beforehand with SPcycle with examples before moving forward with my UD glossy coating. The only reason I went with UD glossy is that it's easier to hide scratches and other blemishes, plus I'm not confident in SPcycle's paint work from a previous frame I purchased from them.

[WWcyclist]

Now that I look closely comparing my TFSA SL6 clone and my R088, even the older Tarmac clones have the slight tapered head tube. Then again there's always the TanTan X68 or other SL8 clones if that's the look you're going for. I mainly got this frame for the other features. UDH hangers are like $6 USD and UDH direct mount hangers are under $20 USD. Plus at some point I might try fitting 32c tires.

Sorry you didn't get exactly what you wanted. I made sure to verify the look beforehand with SPcycle with examples before moving forward with my UD glossy coating. The only reason I went with UD glossy is that it's easier to hide scratches and other blemishes, plus I'm not confident in SPcycle's paint work from a previous frame I purchased from them.

I like this model for sure... Specifically because of the UD but I am probably gonna go the X68 route.

How's your bike holding up?

[jonathanf2]

I like this model for sure... Specifically because of the UD but I am probably gonna go the X68 route.

How's your bike holding up?

It's holding up fine. Still doing minor fit tweaks like swapping out the saddle and I was having minor head set creaking, which I fixed by switching out a spacer and using a different headset cap. Besides that, it's been riding well!

[jonathanf2]

A few minor observations regarding the frame build. The top tube is definitely more hollow sounding and flexes when squeezed, especially compared to my TFSA frame (940g) and Ceccotti gravel frame (1160g). I'm not sure if this is due to the EPS molding process or due to a different grade carbon fiber. Also I believe it's probably in the head tube area SPcycle was able to cut that additional 30g of weight using a non-tapered head tube design. Though I don't know if that is a good thing, perhaps the beefier head tube design allows for more stiffness?

[Dan S.]

The top tube is definitely more hollow sounding and flexes when squeezed

Do you think it's a flaw? How much does it flex actually?

[jonathanf2]

Do you think it's a flaw? How much does it flex actually?

The flex is only noticeable if you press your finger on the top section of the top tube. Though I don't notice any performance differences and the bike rides fine. I'm probably the worst person to ask regarding frame feel and flex. As long as the bike can handle 40mph/60km downhills, most my bikes in the 49-52cm size range seem adequately stiff for me. Also I'm no sprinter and aero isn't a big concern for me, most my ride time is spent climbing hills.

[momento]

Now that I look closely comparing my TFSA SL6 clone and my R088, even the older Tarmac clones have the slight tapered head tube. Then again there's always the TanTan X68 or other SL8 clones if that's the look you're going for. I mainly got this frame for the other features. UDH hangers are like $6 USD and UDH direct mount hangers are under $20 USD. Plus at some point I might try fitting 32c tires.

Sorry you didn't get exactly what you wanted. I made sure to verify the look beforehand with SPcycle with examples before moving forward with my UD glossy coating. The only reason I went with UD glossy is that it's easier to hide scratches and other blemishes, plus I'm not confident in SPcycle's paint work from a previous frame I purchased from them.

I really like this frame. I meant, if you really want to find something to improve it is the head tube.
would you be so kind if you could share photos of the front bike
thanks
good rides with your new bike

[jonathanf2]

I really like this frame. I meant, if you really want to find something to improve it is the head tube.
would you be so kind if you could share photos of the front bike
thanks
good rides with your new bike

Sure, I'll take photos in the morning. Anything you want to see in particular?