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Chinese Carbon MTB => 29er => Topic started by: spcycle on May 08, 2026, 08:23:15 PM

Title: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: spcycle on May 08, 2026, 08:23:15 PM
The Spcycle M038 ultra-light hardtail has completed mold development and is expected to be listed in mid-June.

Now share some picture and information to this forum members.

Any interesting of this frame, feel free to contact us at any time.

[email protected]
[email protected]

For M038 some inforamtion listed:

Model Number: SP-M038
Material: Toray T800+T1100+M65J carbon fiber and advanced EPS monocoque technology
Frame Size: S/M/L
Seatpost size: 31.6mm, Support dropp seatpost.
Bottom Bracket: BSA 73mm
Headset Size: Top 1-1/2 (52mm) Down 1-1/2(52mm) , Full Integrated Cable
Rear Spacing: 148*12mm Boost, UDH hanger
Weight: 830g +/-20g (Size M,unpainted)
Brake: Post Mount Disc Brake, 160mm Rotor
Max Tire Size: 29er*2.4
Chainline: 55mm
Chainring: Only support single Chainring, Max 42T
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: Lotnik on May 09, 2026, 12:52:36 PM
Please add option for external cable routing. I beg you!
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: Tijoe on May 09, 2026, 01:05:15 PM
Will there be a rider weight limit for this frame?
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: carbonMad on May 10, 2026, 03:18:56 AM
If I had 1 regret about buying my SP-M06 it's that it has integrated headset cablee routing, next winter I'm either YOLO drilling cable passthroughs in the side of the frame or buying a new frame to get rid of them...
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: frewster on May 10, 2026, 10:36:34 PM
Cable ports as an additional option for cable routing (instead of headset routing) would be a good compromise if external routing isn't possible.
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: hellomrko on May 11, 2026, 07:18:02 PM
I won't name specific other brands. But... I've recently worked with another, fairly well-regarded OEM manufacturer, to add side cable ports on their full-suspension frame that don't have them by default. Whether they execute correctly on our final agreed-on spec (READ: not just *MY* spec), we'll see when I receive my frame.

The whole press fit BB and headset cable routing is a complete drag. I'm not sure if they even want to sell mountain bikes anymore.
For this reason (plus the obvious cost reason) I've skipped all the big western brands now.
Some Chinese frame manufacturers are willing to accommodate, and even accept custom paint jobs, so it's probably worth asking.

Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: RiP on May 12, 2026, 08:54:19 AM
Quote from: spcycle on May 08, 2026, 08:23:15 PM
The Spcycle M038 ultra-light hardtail has completed mold development and is expected to be listed in mid-June.

Now share some picture and information to this forum members.

Any interesting of this frame, feel free to contact us at any time.

[email protected]
[email protected]

For M038 some inforamtion listed:

Model Number: SP-M038
Material: Toray T800+T1100+M65J carbon fiber and advanced EPS monocoque technology
Frame Size: S/M/L
Seatpost size: 31.6mm, Support dropp seatpost.
Bottom Bracket: BSA 73mm
Headset Size: Top 1-1/2 (52mm) Down 1-1/2(52mm) , Full Integrated Cable
Rear Spacing: 148*12mm Boost, UDH hanger
Weight: 830g +/-20g (Size M,unpainted)
Brake: Post Mount Disc Brake, 160mm Rotor
Max Tire Size: 29er*2.4
Chainline: 55mm
Chainring: Only support single Chainring, Max 42T


Cost and availability estimate, please?
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: RiP on June 01, 2026, 06:07:17 AM
Quote from: spcycle on May 08, 2026, 08:23:15 PM
The Spcycle M038 ultra-light hardtail has completed mold development and is expected to be listed in mid-June.

Now share some picture and information to this forum members.

Any interesting of this frame, feel free to contact us at any time.

[email protected]
[email protected]

For M038 some inforamtion listed:

Model Number: SP-M038
Material: Toray T800+T1100+M65J carbon fiber and advanced EPS monocoque technology
Frame Size: S/M/L
Seatpost size: 31.6mm, Support dropp seatpost.
Bottom Bracket: BSA 73mm
Headset Size: Top 1-1/2 (52mm) Down 1-1/2(52mm) , Full Integrated Cable
Rear Spacing: 148*12mm Boost, UDH hanger
Weight: 830g +/-20g (Size M,unpainted)
Brake: Post Mount Disc Brake, 160mm Rotor
Max Tire Size: 29er*2.4
Chainline: 55mm
Chainring: Only support single Chainring, Max 42T

I'm very interested in buying this frame, you refer availability in mid-June, can you confirm this estimate and also inform about its price???
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: Tsegorah on June 04, 2026, 06:01:06 AM
Seat tube in size S looks too long for me, and a seat tube has bottle cage mounts. I would buy this frame for my wife, if it could fit a long dropper post.
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: RiP on June 05, 2026, 02:49:58 AM
Just got word from Spcycle over email, where they informed that this frame is currently undergoing ISO 4210 testing. If it passes the test successfully, it will proceed to mass production. The estimated price is 550-580 USD, including shipping cost... 
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: frewster on June 12, 2026, 10:45:17 AM
RiP, did you ask if there are cable ports on the left side of the frame and, if not, if they could be added?
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: RiP on June 12, 2026, 11:02:34 AM
Quote from: frewster on June 12, 2026, 10:45:17 AM
RiP, did you ask if there are cable ports on the left side of the frame and, if not, if they could be added?

No, I didn't ask any of those questions. Even if those requests are possible, I guess they'll impact production/delivery times...  :-\
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: RiP on July 03, 2026, 03:33:36 AM
This frame is set to be available to order from July 20th... 8)
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: Lotnik on July 23, 2026, 05:59:53 AM
July 23rd and still not listed on their website.
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: RiP on July 23, 2026, 06:01:48 AM
Yes, I already inquired them about this over email a couple of days ago, but got no answer yet...  :(
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: RiP on July 28, 2026, 04:42:09 AM
And 1 week passed, still no reply to my email... :(
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: Tijoe on July 28, 2026, 07:19:28 AM
Quote from: RiP on July 28, 2026, 04:42:09 AM
And 1 week passed, still no reply to my email... :(
Have you tried to message them via the official "SPcycle Store" on Aliexpress?   They have answered my questions in the very recent past very quickly.
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: RiP on July 28, 2026, 08:28:06 AM
Quote from: Tijoe on July 28, 2026, 07:19:28 AM
Have you tried to message them via the official "SPcycle Store" on Aliexpress?   They have answered my questions in the very recent past very quickly.

No, I haven't, but will do. Thanks for the tip...
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: RiP on July 29, 2026, 09:16:07 AM
Quote from: Tijoe on July 28, 2026, 07:19:28 AM
Have you tried to message them via the official "SPcycle Store" on Aliexpress?   They have answered my questions in the very recent past very quickly.



Got a reply over at Aliexpress, in short time, as you suggested:
QuoteM038 has been completed for mass production. We will list it as soon as possible.
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: RiP on August 04, 2026, 08:37:25 AM
Here we go! Finally got word over email, they say they'll list this frame on their website next week, as they've now finalized mass production... 8)

They also shared the weight for all the frame sizes:
QuoteThe following is the weight of the unpainted frame
Size S 820g
Size M 845g
Size L 870g
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: Lotnik on August 06, 2026, 03:45:46 AM
Oh yeah! Now I'm waiting for a price  ;)
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: RiP on August 06, 2026, 04:08:10 AM
Quote from: RiP on June 05, 2026, 02:49:58 AM
... The estimated price is 550-580 USD, including shipping cost...

The frame price should be around these Numbers, shipping included.
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: Tijoe on August 06, 2026, 08:14:53 AM
To the US,  I have never purchased, or seen listed, a SPcycle frame listed that doesn't charge $170+- in shipping charges.   Frames with fork, typically have been priced  between $500 and $600, and frames without forks priced between $400 and $500. 

Just saying...
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: RiP on August 06, 2026, 09:22:50 AM
Quote from: Tijoe on August 06, 2026, 08:14:53 AM
To the US,  I have never purchased, or seen listed, a SPcycle frame listed that doesn't charge $170+- in shipping charges.   Frames with fork, typically have been priced  between $500 and $600, and frames without forks priced between $400 and $500. 

Just saying...

I asked for the price with tax free shipping to Europe and that was the figure they told me. Also, according to their website, all their frame (+fork where it applies) prices include tax free shipping to Europe and USA...
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: Tijoe on August 06, 2026, 12:51:02 PM
Quote from: RiP on August 06, 2026, 09:22:50 AM
I asked for the price with tax free shipping to Europe and that was the figure they told me. Also, according to their website, all their frame (+fork where it applies) prices include tax free shipping to Europe and USA...

Lucky for buyers in Europe!  These days... Like our gov'ment, our corporations, our shipping companies, our businesses, everyone is trying to suck every last penny they can from consumers.

PS, since the price you quoted was in USD, I figured you were a US based customer.
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: tisun on August 06, 2026, 03:13:34 PM
I bought an spCycle M868 frame 2 months ago and got free shipping from AliExpress.
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: spcycle on August 09, 2026, 06:56:38 AM
M038 is already listed on the spcycle official website. Anyone who likes this frame can view and place an order.


https://www.sp-cycle.com/Spcycle-M038-Super-Light-29er-Hardtail-Carbon-MTB-Frame-p7154981.html
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: RiP on August 09, 2026, 12:21:32 PM
Quote from: spcycle on August 09, 2026, 06:56:38 AM
M038 is already listed on the spcycle official website. Anyone who likes this frame can view and place an order.


https://www.sp-cycle.com/Spcycle-M038-Super-Light-29er-Hardtail-Carbon-MTB-Frame-p7154981.html


Great! Can you list it at AliExpress too? Thanks!
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: RiP on August 17, 2026, 02:58:42 AM
And, order placed at AliExpress...  8)
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: bastianb on August 18, 2026, 12:12:59 AM
Hi,

I also ordered via AliX, a nice light pink glossy L frame I will build up with as a gravel/commuter. 65mm deep and 40 wide rims with a dynamo. As a fork I will use a Winow 410 atc rigid carbon fork for 60mm max tires.
Not sure how much saddle setback I need. It will be a sta of around 79 degree for my saddle height. Horizontal distance from saddle to handlebar is 770mm. On my roadbike position I have 790 but I sit kinda long and low.

Hope I can share my build journey.
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: Lotnik on August 18, 2026, 01:37:04 AM
I have some doubts in ordering this frame as it has a very long reach. I want it for my kid next race bike in size S looks too big. Too bad there's no XS size for someone around 150 cm height.
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: tisun on August 18, 2026, 11:14:07 PM
There's no free shipping to USA this time.
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: grazertourer on August 21, 2026, 12:14:01 AM
Quote from: spcycle on August 09, 2026, 06:56:38 AM
M038 is already listed on the spcycle official website. Anyone who likes this frame can view and place an order.


https://www.sp-cycle.com/Spcycle-M038-Super-Light-29er-Hardtail-Carbon-MTB-Frame-p7154981.html

Hi! Are there any plans for a similar version (66 degree head angle) which is not that super light and thus more durable? I am honestly a bit scared by the weight and would very much prefer a more trustworthy version with approx 1100g. :)
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: spcycle on August 25, 2026, 04:38:42 AM
Quote from: grazertourer on August 21, 2026, 12:14:01 AM
Hi! Are there any plans for a similar version (66 degree head angle) which is not that super light and thus more durable? I am honestly a bit scared by the weight and would very much prefer a more trustworthy version with approx 1100g. :)

Yes, we will make a regular version. Weight about 1000g
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: HardTail29 on August 27, 2026, 07:52:35 PM
Quote from: spcycle on August 25, 2026, 04:38:42 AM
Yes, we will make a regular version. Weight about 1000g

I quite like the superlight version as is, except for the cable routing through the headset, which for me is a deal breaker.

Are there any chances you make a version with regular cable routing outside of the headset? Thanks!
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: bastianb on September 17, 2026, 01:57:48 PM
My frame got delivered today. Crazy light, and sadly the mounting of the rear brake is poorly finished. BB area kinda clean. But all in all seems fine. Looking forward to my spectacular gravel build.
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: HardTail29 on September 23, 2026, 11:17:17 PM
Quote from: bastianb on September 17, 2026, 01:57:48 PM
My frame got delivered today. Crazy light, and sadly the mounting of the rear brake is poorly finished. BB area kinda clean. But all in all seems fine. Looking forward to my spectacular gravel build.

How is your build going ? any more comments on the frame?
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: bastianb on September 24, 2026, 01:26:33 PM
I was sick last week and a lot to do at work. Sadly not much happened last weekend. I painted the fork dark red... or tried to. I tried putting the crankset and it fits. So bottom bracket was going in smooth and it's nicely faced and no paint overspray. Q factor if 153 does fit. It is very narrow and chainring (42t) has 2mm of space left I assume and crankarms maybe 5mm. I want to run a mechanical groupset, but sadly where the rear triangle is glued the frame gets to narrow to push anything wider than the cable routing tool through. I am wondering if anything besides carefully sanding it with the cable routing tool will work. Because on the other side was enough space for the brake line. And it seems to be symmetrical.
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: bastianb on September 26, 2026, 07:59:42 AM
Next update on my bike build. Installed the cable routing and brakes and fork and stuff. Picture attached. Crankset fits very tight and sadly my chainring is a little bit like a 8. but what did I expect from a 20 euro part ;) guess it will still work. I assume it's easily possible to run it with a 44 or maybe even 46t chainring, Q factor very small in this Evodid crankset as I mentioned before. I am very happy with the look.
Next thing is to build the dynamo hub front wheel (12x100) and rear wheel (boost) and then after adjusting the brakes and shifting, I am done :)
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: HardTail29 on September 26, 2026, 12:44:17 PM
Quote from: bastianb on September 26, 2026, 07:59:42 AM
Next update on my bike build. Installed the cable routing and brakes and fork and stuff. Picture attached. Crankset fits very tight and sadly my chainring is a little bit like a 8. but what did I expect from a 20 euro part ;) guess it will still work. I assume it's easily possible to run it with a 44 or maybe even 46t chainring, Q factor very small in this Evodid crankset as I mentioned before. I am very happy with the look.
Next thing is to build the dynamo hub front wheel (12x100) and rear wheel (boost) and then after adjusting the brakes and shifting, I am done :)

Looking good!! Keep us posted!
Title: Re: Spcycle Super Light 29er Hardtail MTB Frame M038
Post by: bastianb on October 31, 2026, 05:11:19 PM
It didn't went that smooth with building the wheels. Was my first time and took a lot of time... but I finished the build and broke the shifting already when adjusting. The lever broke... guess friction was too high with cable routing... I will have to take a look into it the next days. But I took a spin around the block. With this geometry I need to find the right saddle position and the bars are very wide. But looks great and feels super agile.