Lightcarbon LCR020 35c clearance aero frame

[pavlo.k]

New aero road frame from lightcarbon is in the making.
35c tire clearance and a new riser integrated cockpit
Spotted in the Nero Cycling video from China Cycle show:



It's just a 3d printed prototype at the moment though

[zealot128]

Specs from their catalog: https://de.lightcarbon.com/uploadfile/downloads/2026-2027%20LightCarbon%20Frame+Component%20Catalog%20-V1.pdf

700C Super Aero Racing Road Disc Brake Carbon Frameset
Material: Toray T800+T1100+M40J carbon fiber
Size: 49/52/54/56/58cm
Weight(‡4%): 1100g/54cm (UD matte)
Head tube: integrated 52mm/52mm
Seat post: special shape (special clamp)
Stem: 80/90/100/110/120/130mm
Handlebar: 360/380/400/420mm
Bottom Bracket: T47*P1.0 (85.5mm)
Dropout: TA 12*142mm
Fork: TA 12*100mm
Disc Brake: Flat Mount, 160mm/160mm
Max Tire: 700C*35C
Hanger: Light UDH

[POTOOOOOOOO]

We opened threads on this at the same time 🤗
I've been waiting for more info on this since jan -  Based on my 18-D, I'll be ordering one when they're available

[zealot128]

I also rubbed my eyes when going back to unseen topics and saw your posting there  😂
Thanks for sharing the catalog!

As Jesse said, that is a 3D proto, so it will take a longer while. Let's see what they bring for Eurobike next month.

[pavlo.k]

Specs from their catalog: https://de.lightcarbon.com/uploadfile/downloads/2026-2027%20LightCarbon%20Frame+Component%20Catalog%20-V1.pdf

700C Super Aero Racing Road Disc Brake Carbon Frameset
Material: Toray T800+T1100+M40J carbon fiber
Size: 49/52/54/56/58cm
Weight(‡4%): 1100g/54cm (UD matte)
Head tube: integrated 52mm/52mm
Seat post: special shape (special clamp)
Stem: 80/90/100/110/120/130mm
Handlebar: 360/380/400/420mm
Bottom Bracket: T47*P1.0 (85.5mm)
Dropout: TA 12*142mm
Fork: TA 12*100mm
Disc Brake: Flat Mount, 160mm/160mm
Max Tire: 700C*35C
Hanger: Light UDH

Got excited for a brief moment but then looked at the geo. No large sizes once again.

[bsharp77]

Love the look
LOVE LOVE the 2 bolt seatpost

What's the reason for the 160/160 brake setup? More curious than anything.

Considering Lightcarbons reputation for quality and value, especially based on the hugely successful LCR018-D, this is sure to be a winner.

Being ultra picky - would love an SL version that brings a 54 under 1000g, but its not a deal breaker.

[KRoser]

Oh man, I just bought LCR018-D and have like 5000km on it, amazing bike. This looks pretty much perfect for me, even geo looks good, I would like to se more bb drop, but that is just detail.
No I dont need another bike, no 

[naisenberg]

frame and riser bars look great, i wanted to buy a voicevelo echo but now i'm waiting for this

[NB87]

I really like the look of this frame!
I'm going to keep an eye on this 

[Takiyaki]

Im glad Im prob not doing a new build until next year, tons of great new frames coming.

[Dark17]

*Sigh* My sad wallet would be sadder again because of this.

[must3rmann]

What are you thoughts on this compared to the XMCS AERYS:VRT? In general I think they are comparable.
But since Lightcarbon focusses more on budget friendly results, I would expact a pricepoint in the area of 1000 USD compared to 1900 USD of XMCS. With the "penalty" of +100g or so.
In a video of a Youtuber they said, that they want to base their products in the 500-1000 USD range if I remember corrctly.
I will also be on Eurobike (where both Lightcarbon and XMCS will be). There I can share more pictures and details (if not already present by then).

[Ultramic]

What are you thoughts on this compared to the XMCS AERYS:VRT? In general I think they are comparable.
But since Lightcarbon focusses more on budget friendly results, I would expact a pricepoint in the area of 1000 USD compared to 1900 USD of XMCS. With the "penalty" of +100g or so.
In a video of a Youtuber they said, that they want to base their products in the 500-1000 USD range if I remember corrctly.
I will also be on Eurobike (where both Lightcarbon and XMCS will be). There I can share more pictures and details (if not already present by then).

We are starting to get spoilt for choice. You also have the Mondince FM126 which is available now and starts at $700 + Shipping. They have a super light and ultralight version with weighs similar to the XMCS. SPcycle are also refreshing their SP R065 frame with UDH and will be about 80g lighter. The XMCS offering is starting to look like it's in no man's land.

[Dark17]

What are you thoughts on this compared to the XMCS AERYS:VRT? In general I think they are comparable.
But since Lightcarbon focusses more on budget friendly results, I would expact a pricepoint in the area of 1000 USD compared to 1900 USD of XMCS. With the "penalty" of +100g or so.
In a video of a Youtuber they said, that they want to base their products in the 500-1000 USD range if I remember corrctly.
I will also be on Eurobike (where both Lightcarbon and XMCS will be). There I can share more pictures and details (if not already present by then).

Users on a budget would probably get this, that includes me. But if I have additional budget, I would just get XMCS Aerys:VRT.

[Ludo]

That's also the feedback I gave to Helen at Hongfu/avenger regarde their R8RS. I love it but I can't justify spending $1000 over the mondince FM126. The delta gets me carbon crankset, lighter cassette, branded pedals (wahoo) and higher end wheels while staying in my budget and I think I'll  and up with a superior bike at the end.