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Re: CSC Gravel Bike Wheels I bought these wheels
https://a.aliexpress.com/_Ez61LX6
and after 1000km I had a problem with the rear wheel, loose spokes and the wheel was out of center if I pulled at the indicated tension.
To keep the wheel centered I had to keep the spokes at low tension but after not even a few km I had loose spokes again.
Terrible support, they don't want to acknowledge that it's a structural problem.
Stay away from them and look elsewhere
March 24, 2025, 09:08:29 AM 		1
Re: CSC Gravel Bike Wheels Bought the same wheels, haven't ridden them, probably next week will.
First impression is good, no problem mounting the tyres either.

Bought them after a couple of posts with positive feedback on a Dutch cycling forum.

Although there is a difference in reviews between the wheels with their own CSCT31 hub and the D272 hubs. The latter is giving better reviews and less issues than the first.
March 27, 2025, 04:49:14 AM 		1
Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road) This has been a great thread. I've just placed my order for a size 52cm with custom added mounts ;D

Just incase anyone else likes the idea of attachment points on the frame, the LCR018-D frame is also available with threaded mounts on the top tube and the forks - just like the LCG071-PRO frame. For a long while I was torn between the two frames. I want to do the occaisional bit of bike packing so I wanted the mounts, but they were only available on the gravel frames.

I put the question to Wendy at Light Carbon and they are custom making this for me. Best of both worlds - endurance frame and mounting points. I'm super pleased and can't wait for delivery now. It'll probably add a few grams to the frame weight, but still be lighter that the 1.2kg of the LCG071-PRO frame.
October 29, 2025, 01:57:44 AM 		1
Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
Quote from: NiHearts on October 28, 2025, 05:46:15 PM
Hey everyone,
I’m finalizing the last details and will soon place the order for frame #56. The lead time is around 1.5 months.
I really like the matte and glossy raw carbon finish from the catalog, so I’m leaning toward that look with a custom head tube decal.
For the build, I’m planning to go with an electronic 2x12 groupset and a carbon wheelset with at least a 23 mm internal width.
I’ll probably wait for Black Friday to find the best deals. One of the options I’m considering is the Scope R5.A wheelset (https://www.scopecycling.com/product/r5a/
) — it’s currently on sale for €1048, as they’re phasing it out for a new version.

Still figuring out the final setup, so if you have any tips, recommendations, or want to share what you’re planning, I’d love to hear it!

I just ordered a size 47 with dark gray decals on matte raw carbon. I modified @BenR's picture to see how it would look.

Going to use XMCS D50CU-33 T1100 wheels and Sram Red/Force E1-mix.
October 29, 2025, 02:41:01 AM 		1
Re: LCR018-D Build Planning: Groupset and Component Choices Imho I would go with Ultegra for a 2x.
November 05, 2025, 06:57:49 AM 		1
Re: LCR018-D Build Planning: Groupset and Component Choices Joining the thread, since I am also planning on a similar build next year.

Currently debating between 105/ultegra di2 (depending on price), but also waiting if magene releases their groupset in the meantime.
Ltwoo also has the new er7 (cheaper than er9 but probably heavier) available on aliexpress, and there is a shop with shipping from Poland for 550 Euros (shifters, battery and derrailleurs).
This would give the most flexibility with the rest of the component choice.

Safe bet would be ultegra
November 05, 2025, 07:02:00 AM 		1
Re: LCR018-D Build Planning: Groupset and Component Choices If you think you might need it, 105 Di2 gives you the possibility for 34x36 as a low gear vs. 34x34 with Ultegra.
November 05, 2025, 09:05:07 AM 		1
Re: LCR018-D Build Planning: Groupset and Component Choices For 2X, I would also go with Shimano.

R8100 Shifters, Brake Calipers, Derailleurs, and Chainrings (very cheap prices on AliX, the last I checked it was less than $800 US)
EliLee Carbon crank
Dura ace chain and cassette.
November 05, 2025, 09:53:20 AM 		1
Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road) Build is continuing slowly, but very smoothly indeed.
This is one of the nicest and easiest frames I’ve worked on - a real joy to build.

I was so happy with the finish of the frameset that I decided to go for the Frames & Gear direct mount derailleur hanger. What a great decision that was - it is an absolute piece of art.




November 05, 2025, 04:58:02 PM 		1
Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road) My size 50 frame is finished and will be shipped soon 🤩
It's raw matte carbon with black logos and a storage compartment 😊
November 06, 2025, 01:50:49 AM 		1