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Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road) My Build: Velar RF2.18
Frame: LCR018-D (Size 56)
Groupset: SRAM Force E1 2x12 (Integrated Spider PM)
Wheelset: Elitewheels Aero+ (42mm Front / 53mm Rear) with ceramic bearings
Weight: 7.75kg (dry)

Coming from an old aluminium 2013 Cube Peloton Pro, the jump to this build has been a total shock to me, I could not believe the feeling when I first left home. I spent years on that aluminum frame with its external cables and rim brakes, and while it served me well, the "Velar" feels like it’s from a different planet. It’s essentially a rocket ship compared to the old bike, I should have upgraded much sooner.

On my first 50k ride last weekend, the biggest thing I noticed was how every pedal stroke feels "live"—where the Cube felt a bit sluggish or flexy when I put the power down, this LCR018 frame just snaps forward. Leaving home the first time on this, I’ve truly felt the "free speed" compared to the old frame, the difference really is night and day.

My color choice was bold (and I have to admit, nerve wrecking), but I'm absolutely loving it now I've got it here, can't help but smile everytime I walk past it in the garage. The Yellow/Black is a very strong combo in my opinion.
January 19, 2026, 03:38:33 PM 		1
Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
Quote from: CorncobCowboy on January 20, 2026, 10:10:06 AM
Having such a hard time deciding on colour.

First I wanted the chameleon 7207 but after seeing photos, it looks just white, hard to see the chameleon effect. Next i considered chameleon 07HS. I see different example photos in different lighting and love the burgundy look, but other photos it looks very dark and just black.

After seeing Hoogie's yellow Velar that inspired me to consider a yellow mango colour.

Or maybe a british racing green would look great  ;D

It's a difficult decision... if anyone has more examples of colours i listed feel free to share! would be greatly appreciated

I ordered my frame in Chameleon 7207, I should receive pictures of it in the upcoming two weeks. I will share them as soon I get them. I hope that might help a little
January 20, 2026, 11:02:39 AM 		1
Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
Quote from: CorncobCowboy on January 20, 2026, 10:10:06 AM
Having such a hard time deciding on colour.

First I wanted the chameleon 7207 but after seeing photos, it looks just white, hard to see the chameleon effect. Next i considered chameleon 07HS. I see different example photos in different lighting and love the burgundy look, but other photos it looks very dark and just black.

After seeing Hoogie's yellow Velar that inspired me to consider a yellow mango colour.

Or maybe a british racing green would look great  ;D

It's a difficult decision... if anyone has more examples of colours i listed feel free to share! would be greatly appreciated

For completeness, mine was Pantone 109C.
I'll attach the color samples I got from Jim here. Because I was torn between Yellow C, 109 C and 123 C.

With the `Yellow C` I was afraid it would wash out in the sun, leaving almost no yellow when in bright sunlight. I found the `123 C` a bit too orange/gold in my opinion. So ultimately went for the 109 C.
January 20, 2026, 11:55:08 AM 		1
Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
Quote from: CorncobCowboy on January 20, 2026, 10:10:06 AM
It's a difficult decision... if anyone has more examples of colours i listed feel free to share! would be greatly appreciated
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The British Racing Green color from the lightcarbon palette is a pearl color. Below is a photo of the frame in this color.

As for samples of other colors, I recommend using Chat GPT or Gemini. Attach a photo and add a query such as "change the color of the frame and fork to (color here). Include a verbal description of the color, with the Pantone and hex ID)". Below are a few examples of generated photos (reference photos borrowed from this thread).
January 20, 2026, 02:42:40 PM 		1
Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
Quote from: Bros on January 20, 2026, 02:42:40 PM
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The British Racing Green color from the lightcarbon palette is a pearl color. Below is a photo of the frame in this color.


The picture doesn't show it off well at all. I bought my LCR017 in British Racing Green and it's a fairly dark metallic. The colour swatch on their website is a better representation.
January 20, 2026, 03:48:44 PM 		1
Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road) I made my order in early November and received the frame on January 3rd in size 58. The build went really well and I really cant nitpick anything. I replaced the headset bearings with Enduro stainless steel bearings and went for a Wheels MFG bb. The wheels are Elite Pro 2.0 with a 24mm inner width, and I currently have 32mm GP5000s. I put Ultegra Di2 groupset on it with 11-34T cassette, 170MM cranks, 50-34T chainring. Thanks everyone for all the posts and info along the way.
April 02, 2026, 12:18:44 PM 		1
Re: Interesting Aliexpress finds! - good deals, interesting stuff, new products etc!
Quote from: CorncobCowboy on July 31, 2026, 06:32:04 AM
Did you get the screw one or adhesive? I'm looking at getting the adhesive because I'm renting but wondering if it will hold up

I got 2 sets both the adhesive type and the 2nd stick where you have hooks for the shoes didn't hold well enough. I had to replace it with the command strips instead and haven't had any issues so far
July 31, 2026, 08:16:39 AM 		1