Lightcarbon LCR72 "aero racing gravel"

[bicycie]

Jim provided a little bit more info for this frame. Apparently it is only compatible with electronic shifting...

How are the reviews for the LTWOO EGR?

[bicycie]

LightCarbon team has posted a new batch of frame photos. Nice to see more closer details of the frame. Check them out.

[Konajra]

That looks very nice up close. Happy I ordered this one as.

[Gbodorr]

I preordered/paid for this on June 1st with a custom paint job. On June 24th, I asked for an estimate and was told 50-60 days.
Asked 5 days ago if everything is on schedule for the next 2-3 weeks, but got no reply yet.

[Rolle2k]

Was going to order this one but cannot decide how to do. Geometry is perfect for me - but i dont know about sizes.. Medium got almost to small front-center, only around 600mm, so maybe risk of toe overlap?
While large got fairly high seat tube, so it will probably be quite a bit less comfort and taller standover height...
So i have not decided yet. Also maybe waiting before someone gets the frame and can check clearance for tires first.

[Konajra]

I preordered/paid for this on June 1st with a custom paint job. On June 24th, I asked for an estimate and was told 50-60 days.
Asked 5 days ago if everything is on schedule for the next 2-3 weeks, but got no reply yet.

Which size did you order? I ordered and paid for a 56 with a custom paint job, also in June. Just sent an email today to ask if I can make some tweaks to the design. I think it should be possible sindce the mold for a 56 frame will be ready at the end of September. At least that's what I was told. Knowing myself, this probably won't be the last time I ask for some changes .

[Gbodorr]

Which size did you order? I ordered and paid for a 56 with a custom paint job, also in June. Just sent an email today to ask if I can make some tweaks to the design. I think it should be possible sindce the mold for a 56 frame will be ready at the end of September. At least that's what I was told. Knowing myself, this probably won't be the last time I ask for some changes .

Medium size. I don't want to do any changes since I made an order, because that might just prolong it. Hopefully I can get it next month.
I went with the original paint job style half-half, but the bottom part is glossy raw carbon, while the top is LCB-01HS Chameleon - same as my LCF918
Also, no logo on the downtube, but smaller logo on the top tube. Attached concept with my current fully build.

[Gbodorr]

I received an update regarding the new frame.

For size M, the current estimate is around 25 days to complete the raw finish, followed by approximately 20 days for painting.
Since this is a completely new model, they are taking extra care before starting full production.
In addition to the standard testing process, they have produced a small pre-production batch for further checks. These are the UD matte frames shown in the shared photos.
Mass production should begin once this additional test batch has successfully passed all inspections.

I told him to keep me updated 

[Konajra]

I'm also going with LightCarbon's LCB-01HS, but with a matte finish. The frame will receive a full custom decal kit, with all graphics in YS877C metallic silver, sealed beneath the matte clear coat.

Since I couldn't find any real-world examples of a matte LCB-01HS frame, I spent quite a bit of time trying to visualize the final result. I used photos of a gloss LCB-01HS LCR018-D frame and several reference photos of a time trial bike in the same color. With those references, I created a series of Photoshop mock-ups and refined them with the help of ChatGPT.

Based on those references, we expect the matte finish to shift the appearance towards a darker petrol green, while still showing subtle blue and violet tones depending on the viewing angle and lighting.

Hopefully, the render below is a close representation of what the finished bike will look like once it's built.

[Kbfore]

I can’t find that LCB-01HS on the light carbon site. Is it posted there ?

[Konajra]

It is at the top of all the chameleon colors

[Gbodorr]

I'm also going with LightCarbon's LCB-01HS, but with a matte finish. The frame will receive a full custom decal kit, with all graphics in YS877C metallic silver, sealed beneath the matte clear coat.

Since I couldn't find any real-world examples of a matte LCB-01HS frame, I spent quite a bit of time trying to visualize the final result. I used photos of a gloss LCB-01HS LCR018-D frame and several reference photos of a time trial bike in the same color. With those references, I created a series of Photoshop mock-ups and refined them with the help of ChatGPT.

Based on those references, we expect the matte finish to shift the appearance towards a darker petrol green, while still showing subtle blue and violet tones depending on the viewing angle and lighting.

Hopefully, the render below is a close representation of what the finished bike will look like once it's built.

Bear in mind that it may look slightly different from the reference photos. It can appear more green or more purple depending on the light, so it will not always look “perfect.”

I believe the latest photo and video added here show the matte LCB-01HS:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/73QB51TrpgSg2jQe9

Maybe they’ve improved the finish since last year so it's more consistent every time.

[Konajra]

I know, that is the beauty of a chameleon paint. It might also be darker than I have in the mock up, depending on the amount of light. Ooh, your link gives a 404 error.

[Gbodorr]

Modified the link, should work now

[Konajra]

Thanks, looking at the photo and video I think that my mock-up is pretty close to what in wil look like in bright daylight. it seems these studio photos/video are shot with a lower light intesity compared to full shinshine. Anyway it gives a good idea. Happy with my choice for matte 01HS