Lightcarbon LCR020 35c clearance aero frame

[Bonus79]

If anyone is interested Jim shared with me google photo gallery and there are some new photos and angles for LCR020.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/FTEDtf4rexEZvqU47

Those handlebars still looks like 3dprinted prototype, so not final look so far.

The main photo for me is this, if that is 30mm tyre then that looks like a loads of space around if my GP5000 35mm (38mm measured) from my LCR018 would fit to LCR020 without problems, witch they look like they will fit that would be perfect.
Also I kind of like that di2 battery placement with cover, I think that is much better then in seatpost or on canyons where you need to take bb out to get to battery.

So far I think LCR020 looks pretty good, my xxl size will be also one of the last production batches so it will be long winter for me to wait, looking forward to this bike

I took a look at the photo gallery (thanks for sharing it).

The frame looks really good; however, one detail I really don't like: the rubber cover for the seatpost clamp....the shape looks a bit ugly to me—I'd prefer something like this (see photo).

[patliean1]

however, one detail I really don't like: the rubber cover for the seatpost clamp....the shape looks a bit ugly to me

I also don't love how companies in this price range insist on bright and bold measurement markings on the seatpost.

Thoughtful to have but way overdone. My ICAN Graro is just as egregious

[Bonus79]

I also don't love how companies in this price range insist on bright and bold measurement markings on the seatpost.

Thoughtful to have but way overdone. My ICAN Graro is just as egregious

Yes, a glossy black graphic on a matte black base would be a more understated yet equally practical solution... perhaps it will be possible to request that, or the option to get the seatpost without any graphics will be offered (which wouldn't be the end of the world).

[fijiroger]

The custom logo font isn't bad... though the lettering might be a bit too small and widely spaced, given the length of the word.

I would position the "LCR020" text (perhaps adding "-D" as well) differently: still on the top tube, but closer to the head tube, and/or on the top surface of the top tube near the seat post or head tube.

How much did you spend, all-inclusive?

USD 120 totally, on the waybill for customs purposes
Shipping by China Post channel, USD 113
Will let you know total when it hits my doorstep.

[fijiroger]

Thanks for mentioning you used Carol, I need a new contact at LC. I used Chloe for my LCR018 but she is unresponsive now as I try to order a LCR020.

Don't tell me the 47 is last... I am between 47 and 49, was going 47 for the shorter seat tube and stand over. Maybe with winter coming, that will keep me patient.

Very responsive within 1day

Carol Du | Sales
Email - [email protected]
Mobile/WhatsApp: +86 18250750130   
Skype: Carol-LightCarbon

[LP119]

Hi all,

I was wondering if there's been any review on this frameset yet? I was told that production on the size 54 would start in November but perhaps someone was lucky enough to ride a pre-production frame? I'm torn between the XMCS VRT and the LCR020. I already have a XMCS GRT on order so I'm a little bias towards XMCS (amazing client services) and have no doubt the VRT is great but I like the tubing shape on the LC and the pricing is a little better.

[Chris Mirai]

Hi,

I will most likely get the frame too. Has anyone got any information about the weight of the fork and the seatpost? I asked Chloe three times already, but she never replies to that part of my message. I will try to get it in UD matte, if that doesn't require the 300usd surcharge. I plan to repaint it myself anyway, so the thinner the coat, the better.

[JensenMacD]

Hi,

I will most likely get the frame too. Has anyone got any information about the weight of the fork and the seatpost? I asked Chloe three times already, but she never replies to that part of my message. I will try to get it in UD matte, if that doesn't require the 300usd surcharge. I plan to repaint it myself anyway, so the thinner the coat, the better.

I tried Chloe a few times since she helped me with my LCR018. No answer from her after the initial email giving me details. I have since emailed Wendy and she replied. Give her a try, as some of the others mentioned a page or two before this.

[Chris Mirai]

Just got a reply from Wendy. The fork is 440g and the seatpost is 159g.

[aerog33k]

UDH is new for me. Does it mean i should get a dub Wide crankset if I run Sram om the LCR020?

[Emcue]

Don't know if these have been shared yet
https://photos.app.goo.gl/HfUGuqcxRv3z7RUD9

[Bonus79]

Put my order in:
LCR020-D: size 54 Carbon aero race road frame.
Including frame/fork/seat clamp/seat post(0mm offset) + front&rear thru-axles +headset+spacers +integrated handlebar HBR17+economical T47 BB +1 pc spare rear hanger
 
Went for matte black no logo as going to decal my own as prefer a minimalist style (thanks to chatgpt).
Main contact Carol Du | Sales.
Expected delivery December, will be a great Christmas present.

Hi, I've tried playing around with AI myself, but I'm not very experienced with it.

I'd love for Lightcarbon to come up with a more eye-catching or modern-looking wordmark for their brand, perhaps even an abbreviated version, like "LTC."

Something in the style of BMC could work quite well. 

[Simba069]

Also ordered one two months ago.

Size 54
Frameset and CEMA BB w/o handlebar
UD Glossy with Outlined white LC logo

[JensenMacD]

For those who have ordered, or are planning to order, how did you choose your size given the seat tube angle? The effective STA seems noticeably steeper than the published geometry, which would move the saddle further forward relative to the BB.

Are you accounting for that by sliding the saddle back on the rails, running a longer stem, or sizing up the frame? I used AI to estimate the actual STA and it suggested it could be 2-3° steeper than stated, which would put the saddle roughly 2-3 cm further forward.

My LCR018 has the same published STA, and I know I don't have 2-3 cm of adjustment available on the saddle rails if I wanted to maintain the same saddle setback relative to the BB. At the same time, it doesn't really make sense to replicate an endurance-bike fit on a race bike.

It seems like most of the compensation would need to come from the front end, either with a longer stem or by sizing up and adjusting stem length accordingly. Curious what others have done and how you arrived at your sizing decision.

Am I missing something?

[Eddy_Twerckx]

For those who have ordered, or are planning to order, how did you choose your size given the seat tube angle? The effective STA seems noticeably steeper than the published geometry, which would move the saddle further forward relative to the BB.

Are you accounting for that by sliding the saddle back on the rails, running a longer stem, or sizing up the frame? I used AI to estimate the actual STA and it suggested it could be 2-3° steeper than stated, which would put the saddle roughly 2-3 cm further forward.

My LCR018 has the same published STA, and I know I don't have 2-3 cm of adjustment available on the saddle rails if I wanted to maintain the same saddle setback relative to the BB. At the same time, it doesn't really make sense to replicate an endurance-bike fit on a race bike.

It seems like most of the compensation would need to come from the front end, either with a longer stem or by sizing up and adjusting stem length accordingly. Curious what others have done and how you arrived at your sizing decision.

Am I missing something?

A few things. First, I don't think it'll be 2-3cm further forward. Yes, the angle of the actual seatpost is steeper, but if you draw a line straight down from the seatpost it's behind the BB a few cm. My quick guess is that it's 1cm further forward as a total result. Should be able to compensate just with the saddle rails unless you're already at the extreme ends.

That said, yes, you will probably be a touch further forward which you can compensate with a longer stem. Sizing up is another option and potentially could be better if the stack isn't too high because you get the added benefit of a longer front center and wheelbase. The ideal compensation for a steeper seatpost angle isn't just longer reach IMO, it's a longer wheelbase and front center. If you shift your whole body forward, you need a longer bike so that you're not over the front wheel. It's all about balance and center of gravity. Just adding a longer stem to the same size puts more weight closer to the front axle. You really want to push the axle forward more to keep the center of gravity, well, centered. Look at a bike like the Factor One and it has a wheelbase of 1022 in size 58 compared to 1008 here. That's the correct compensation. Ideally, I'd want this 58 to be closer to 1015.

So really, I think either option (longer stem vs size up) is viable. But I also think that you probably could achieve the same saddle setback already. So in this case I'd order your normal size. Ordering up will change a lot more geo-wise.