Spcycle New Mold SP-R088 Carbon Road Frame

[Bonus79]

I'm looking at my frame right now, seat stays look identical to the SL8. That photo makes it look larger than it is. That back end is narrow and those seat stays are skinny.

Hi, I don't remember if I asked you this already: did you close the holes for the mechanical group cable passage?
If so, what did you use and where did you buy it?
Thanks

[jonathanf2]

Hi, I don't remember if I asked you this already: did you close the holes for the mechanical group cable passage?
If so, what did you use and where did you buy it?
Thanks

Are you talking about the mechanical FD hole? I ended up using that hole for my ER9 battery cable instead of the hole behind the FD hanger, because it required less convoluted cable routing. If water gets into that hole, there's another drain hole at the bottom of the frame so not a big deal.

[Bonus79]

Are you talking about the mechanical FD hole? I ended up using that hole for my ER9 battery cable instead of the hole behind the FD hanger, because it required less convoluted cable routing. If water gets into that hole, there's another drain hole at the bottom of the frame so not a big deal.

Yes, I am referring to the FD hole (highlighted in red in the attached photo) and RD hole.
When you have time and desire, would you post a photo to see the final result?
Thanks

[Sdfrt]

I recently received the frame. I liked the ud matte, it looks better than in the photos. Unfortunately, the axle from the kit is too long and does not fit. The design of the udh holder does not allow the use of longer axles. The axle is 167.5 mm. Spcycle agreed to compensate for the costs of a new 165 mm axle.
Near bb i noticed something like cracks. What do you think about it? Maybe it is a paint defect

[Dan S.]

Near bb i noticed something like cracks. What do you think about it? Maybe it is a paint defect

It looks like a paint overspray on the aluminium BB shell.

[Ludo]

Looks like paint defect to me on the picture

[Bonus79]

I recently received the frame. I liked the ud matte, it looks better than in the photos. Unfortunately, the axle from the kit is too long and does not fit. The design of the udh holder does not allow the use of longer axles. The axle is 167.5 mm. Spcycle agreed to compensate for the costs of a new 165 mm axle.
Near bb i noticed something like cracks. What do you think about it? Maybe it is a paint defect

Sorry, but I don't understand what you mean by axle.

Looking at the photos, it seems like a paint defect....have you already reported the problem to Spcycle?

EDIT: Could you measure the diameter of the FD/RD holes for the mechanical group? Thanks

[jonathanf2]

Yes, I am referring to the FD hole (highlighted in red in the attached photo) and RD hole.
When you have time and desire, would you post a photo to see the final result?
Thanks

There's not much to look at. Basically the ER9 FD battery port is positioned in such a way that I found it easier to route from the mechanical FD hole so the cable goes straight up. Using this hole makes it easier for me to pull up the ER9 battery from the seat tube. Also the FD/RD cables are situated by the BB making everything more tidy.

If running Di2 the situation might be different and it wouldn't be an issue with AXS or Wheeltop.

[Bonus79]

There's not much to look at. Basically the ER9 FD battery port is positioned in such a way that I found it easier to route from the mechanical FD hole so the cable goes straight up. Using this hole makes it easier for me to pull up the ER9 battery from the seat tube. Also the FD/RD cables are situated by the BB making everything more tidy.

If running Di2 the situation might be different and it wouldn't be an issue with AXS or Wheeltop.

All clear, thank you.

So if I wanted to close the FD/RD holes, where could I find plugs of the right size?

[jonathanf2]

I recently received the frame. I liked the ud matte, it looks better than in the photos. Unfortunately, the axle from the kit is too long and does not fit. The design of the udh holder does not allow the use of longer axles. The axle is 167.5 mm. Spcycle agreed to compensate for the costs of a new 165 mm axle.
Near bb i noticed something like cracks. What do you think about it? Maybe it is a paint defect

I've had issues with one of my matte black frames showing micro cracks in the paint. I'm pretty sure that's the case here. If it really bugs you, maybe you can tape off that section and spray it with some matte primer or something.

[Sdfrt]

Sorry, but I don't understand what you mean by axle.

Looking at the photos, it seems like a paint defect....have you already reported the problem to Spcycle?

EDIT: Could you measure the diameter of the FD/RD holes for the mechanical group? Thanks

I don't have a caliper at home. I measured with a ruler, I can't say that it is accurate , but these are both holes about 5-6 mm in diameter. I wrote to spcycle and they replied: "Hi Friend, This is not a crack. This is an oversight by the painter. You can install the BB and cranks to test."
I ordered the bottom bracket, but I don't have the cranks to test right now. I think such deep cracks in the paint are not normal.
The photo shows the length of the thru axle that delivered with the frame. It doesn't fit the frame because of the udh hanger design. I have to put two washers and everything works fine. Jonathan, what was the length of your rear thru axle?

[jonathanf2]

All clear, thank you.

So if I wanted to close the FD/RD holes, where could I find plugs of the right size?

Just do a search for frame plugs on AliExpress. Get the standard ones that are used for Di2 holes. Or you can cover it up with black tape. 

[jonathanf2]

I don't have a caliper at home. I measured with a ruler, I can't say that it is accurate , but these are both holes about 5-6 mm in diameter. I wrote to spcycle and they replied: "Hi Friend, This is not a crack. This is an oversight by the painter. You can install the BB and cranks to test."
I ordered the bottom bracket, but I don't have the cranks to test right now. I think such deep cracks in the paint are not normal.
The photo shows the length of the thru axle that delivered with the frame. It doesn't fit the frame because of the udh hanger design. I have to put two washers and everything works fine. Jonathan, what was the length of your rear thru axle?

I've said it before, SPcycle doesn't seem to have the best paint. That's part of the reason I went with UD glossy. It's hard to mess up and easy to maintain. If it was another vendor with decent paint jobs, I would have opted for paint instead.

I have the same size rear thru axle and it fits just fine. I would just install the wheels and have the drop outs settle into place. Also make sure your UDH is properly tightened. My UDH wasn't torqued properly when I received it. I'd also recommend loctite on your FD screws. Mine slightly loosened from constant shifting, so I had to re-tighten the screws. On a side note, I picked up a spare UDH from the Muzqi vendor on AliEx for $6 USD. Good to have as a backup.

I'm beginning to realize my front fork thru axle width is slightly off by 1-2mm. I'm not sure if it's a tad wider to accommodate different thru axle caps or it's just sloppy. Once it's tighten it's not an issue, but it's something to check for.

[Bonus79]

Since I am seriously interested in the R088 frame, I'll try to ask here: could you recommend me some BCD110 and 5-hole chainrings compatible with Sram AXS 12V groupsets (flat-top chain)?
Thanks

[jonathanf2]

Since I am seriously interested in the R088 frame, I'll try to ask here: could you recommend me some BCD110 and 5-hole chainrings compatible with Sram AXS 12V groupsets (flat-top chain)?
Thanks

Anything from Stone or Pass Quest is your best option.