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Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
Build is finished. Everything was smooth. I find that the wheels' logo match so good with the frame's logo. Long review next week if I can ride it. 7,5 kg with heavy pedals. October 17, 2025, 06:11:54 AM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
As this thread gets longer and longer there are many questions that come over and over again. I made a AI-summary based on the full content. Hope that is helpful. If you consider it spammy, than I will also delete it, but it's hard to navigate 34 pages already, and also hard to link back to the answers  Pros
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FAQs Q: What is the delivery time for the LCR018-D? A: 52 cm available from August 2025, 54/56 cm from September, 58 cm from October–December 2025. Custom paint adds 2–4 weeks. Shipping to Europe/US takes 2–3 weeks. References: #80770, #82579, #84147, #89735, #94428 Q: What is the maximum tire clearance? A: Officially 38C, but some users report fitting 40 mm tires (e.g., Wolfpack Gravel Superspeed) with tight clearance. Actual fit depends on rim width and tire brand. References: #86577, #88166, #90644, #93865, #93972 Q: Is the frame UDH compatible? A: Yes, it uses a "mini UDH" hanger that is lighter but functionally identical to standard UDH. Standard UDH hangers can also be installed. References: #86137, #89638, #93324, #94270 Q: What is the maximum chainring size for 1x setups? A: SRAM up to 54T (45 mm chainline). Shimano up to 42T. Larger chainrings require chainline adjustments. References: #87210, #88339, #88440, #89637 Q: Does the frame have internal storage? A: Yes, an optional downtube storage compartment is available, free for early orders (includes storage bag). References: #80788, #84475, #84625, #84664 Q: What bottom bracket standard does it use? A: T47 (85.5 mm shell width), compatible with Shimano 24 mm, SRAM DUB, and other cranksets with adapters. References: #90220, #93826, #93845, #93934 Q: What handlebar options are available? A: Integrated HBR17 handlebar with stem lengths from 80–130 mm and widths from 360–420 mm. Rise is 8 mm, reach is short for a modern fit. References: #84621, #86835, #91712, #93808 Q: Is custom paint available? A: Yes, custom paint jobs start around $120 for simple designs and go up to $200+ for complex schemes (e.g., Eurobike demo). Decals cost extra. References: #82643, #90228, #91263, #94467 Q: What is the frame weight? A: Approximately 1000 g for size 52 (without storage door), fork ~430 g, handlebar ~300 g (380×80 mm). Total frameset around 2.1 kg. References: #92694, #93422, #93480, #94746 Q: How does the geometry compare to other bikes? A: Similar to Enve Fray, Cervelo Caledonia, Canyon Endurace, and BMC Roadmachine — endurance-focused with higher stack and moderate reach. References: #80878, #84320, #86818, #89513 October 21, 2025, 04:23:15 AM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
I used the socket and the tool in pictures. The socket is 50 mm - 16T even if the BB is 49 mm (for the BB sold by LC). It fits perfectly. I wonder why there are so many OD T47 design. October 26, 2025, 11:33:25 PM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
Thanks, I also ordered the orange one (12T for Rotor). The tool I used (link before) (long threaded rod with a flat thick plastic and a spring) lets you compress the socket against the frame firmly when you screw it. It is almost impossible to scratch anything. October 27, 2025, 06:59:31 AM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
Finally an update, painting is finished and ready for shipment. I had to change from the 400/100mm handlebar to 380/90mm, due to the ordered one is out of stock and would take another 2 weeks to make. Also added the 15mm SB seat post for 50USD to my order, just to be a bit more flexible with the position and adjustment. Here some screenshots from a video which Wendy send me. October 28, 2025, 04:16:50 AM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
New video today : https://youtu.be/YoK2zUibV-U?si=SXe33piGrA2vS_dG October 31, 2025, 09:07:42 AM |
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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 |
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Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
Finished the build tonight at long last. What a beautiful bike - the raw carbon gloss finish really is amazing and I’m so glad I went for it. Bike was so easy to build. A quick 5 minute test confirmed the bike is solid as a rock and as comfortable as you would ever hope for - the geometry is superb. To be able to climb straight onto a bike and feel instantly comfortable and at home says it all. Ultegra 8170 is absolutely ridiculous. Silent to the point where I wasn’t even sure I changed gear and so fast across the range. Weighed in around 7.35kg with pedals which is right on target. Hope to get an hour out on it tomorrow so hopefully will be able to report back after that, but initial impressions are really, really positive.   
November 11, 2025, 05:50:15 PM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
I'm not fully up to speed on the various functions on Chinatown, so I'm hoping links work appropriately here. My 56CM LCR018 arrived yesterday - 8 days to US from ship date. Not bad at all. As you can see, packaging was solid and well protected. I think most people's questions about the bike and components have been answered. Still I thought the photos I took last night from unpacking and weighing might still be of interest. Overall, quality seem very good. 1) Inside and outsides of tubes are clean and look as they should. BB and brake mounts have been properly faced. No issues with the paint job. 2) Seatposts have half and full cm markings on the back, as well as minimum insertion noted. 3) I'm new to UDH, so it took a while before I was comfortable with how tight the fit was in the frame. Nonetheless, it installed fine. 4) The storage compartment closes very firmly, but if the catch slips while the cover is installed, it would be a bear to take off. I'll look at that a bit more closely before storing anything in the downtube. BTW, the storage bag appears to be of very high quality (material/seams/zipper) although I haven't check its fit in the downtube. 4) Installing the rear brake hose is easy-peasy (just push it through from the rear). 5) The handlebars look like they will also be easy to thread (conveniently large openings). 6) Headset bearings look fine for now. I don't mind disconnecting hoses from the brake levers to change bearings - so not worried about cutting hoses. 7) My tool fit the bottom bracket fine, but my largest torque wrench is 3/8 drive and I need one that's 1/2. So off to Harbor Freight tomorrow. BTW I have a set of 45mm LightCarbon gravel wheels for this frame. So far they seem nice. DT Swiss style of rachet. I ordered with CX-Ray spokes (I think that was a $70 upcharge - or about $0.70 per gram saved, which is a pretty good price to weight savings). These arrived in September, and I didn't reweigh last night, but I believe they came in at 1440 gm. As you'll see in the photos, I have both the 0mm (185 gm) and 15mm (180 gm) setback posts. Ditto for the 100x380 (360 gm) & 80X400 handlebars (325 gm). Similarly, I have a LightCarbon 3D printed saddle and an Aspide Saddle, not sure which I'll run, but show weights for each. And I have lots of headset spacers, the picture is a sample which represent what should be the most I'll ever put on the bike. The weight is shown of the bungs/seatpost clamp/seatpost-cover both with and without the battery holder (which I won't be using). Finally, the frame with nothing installed came in at 1140 gm. Again this is a 56 cm, w/ black mat paint with some gold logos. the photos can be found here:https://photos.app.goo.gl/FjqEnvsMaFZnk2fo7 November 13, 2025, 11:38:25 PM |
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Re: Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)
I now have put a few hours of riding into the LCR018-D so just want to give everyone the final specs of the bike and a quick initial impression. Specification: Size 54 frameset Raw carbon, gloss finish, laser silver decals (absolutely superb - despite my love of hyper chameleon finishes, this raw carbon is by far my favourite finish). 380/80 Handlebar Inline Seatpost Ultegra 8170 Groupset with titanium bolt upgrades on the groupset and throughout the bike Frames & Gear UDH Direct Mount Hanger CeramicSpeed T47 BB Go-Zone 45mm Carbon Wheelset, 24mm internal, CX Ray Spokes, brass rainbow nipples, GP5000 30mm Tyres, Ridenow TPU tubes Galfer Wave Rotors, Swissstop 34RS brake pads YBN S12 TIC rainbow chain, waxed with Dynamic Wander Wax (soon to be moving to UFO Ultra Endurance Wax) Lightcarbon 3D print saddle and carbon bottle cages Lightcarbon titanium garmin mount Assembly: Putting the bike together was a pleasure - has to go down as the easiest bike I have ever built - and this is my first disc brake bike so that is saying something! Everything is finished to a very high standard, no problem routing any cables - handlebars are easy to route through as well - everything just works. Di2 battery holder in the seatpost is custom made to fit and is a really nice finishing touch. Another feature not really mentioned is the little GoPro mount which attaches to the Garmin mount in where the mount meets the bar - not out front at the actual Garmin faceplate. This is such a great little addition - it allows me to add a light to the bike but keep it nicely tucked in close to the frame - so compact and neat and not something ive seen before, so kudos to LightCarbon for this! Initial Impressions: If there is one word I would use to describe this bike, it would be smooth. It's exactly as I hoped for, and exactly the bike I wanted. Is it as responsive as a TCR? No. Is it as fast as an Aeroad? No. Dont get me wrong, its fun and a pleasure to ride, but im trying to give an objective feel of the actual ride compared to some other bikes. BUT - its smoother than anything else ive ridden, and im willing to bet I might actually be faster over 4-5 hours on this bike than the other 2 listed, because this bike does not beat me up at all. It is so easy on the body that after 2 hours I find myself physically in far better shape than I would be on any of my other race bikes - and thats the key. I bought this bike for endurance, and it's ticking all the boxes - and then some. I went for Ultegra 8170 Di2 and ive never been as blown away by a groupset. I've been using 9150 Di2 on my Cervelo S3 which is very, very good - but this 8170 is ridiculous. Absolutely silent and shifts faster than any groupset ive ever used - even the front shifts feel like a rear shift - so smooth, fast and quiet. I wasn't expecting that much of a difference - but it is a big difference to any groupset ive used and I couldn't recommend highly enough. Ive added the little button "exaggerators" that slip in under the hoods to make the hidden buttons more pronounced (I got them off Aliexpress) - what a difference they make! I can press even with winter gloves and feel the clicks so clearly - a small but massive improvement. Another big motivator for this bike was the shift to disc brakes - I have hand and wrist problems at the minute and needed something to ease the pressure and force going through my hands - especially on wet winter roads. Overall, I am delighted with disc braking. Bleeding the 8170 was so simple as to be a joke - took 5 minutes to do both front and back. Aligning the rotors did keep me busy for half an hour as I wrapped my head around it, but now all set and silent. I was surprised by the gradual nature of the braking - to me it feels much like a very well setup rim brake bike, but the key difference being that it feels the same even in the wet! So this is a huge improvement. Im using Swissstop 34RS pads, so maybe other pads would give a different feel, but I am very happy with how these perform. Another interesting bonus is the lack of external cables. The bike looks so sleek and clean - and to that point, no cables makes cleaning down the bike SO much easier! It is such a well rounded package overall, so smooth, confidence inspiring in its stability, still agile and absolutely silent, which always brings a smile to my face when riding. One point to mention is the handlebars. I love the look of the design, and the sloping shape gives an extra few mm of height to the shifters. However that sloping shape is not great for riding on the tops as it angles your shoulders in towards each other and feels rather cramped. As someone who loves to climb, I can see this being a slight point of annoyance in the future, so I may revisit the bars after a while and think about changing them out. Its a small point, but something worth mentioning. It will be interesting to see when the good weather comes around again what I think of taking my Cervleo S3 out again - the LCR018-D is such a well rounded bike that covers every scenario so well, that I can see it becoming my go-to bike for most rides. Future Plans: There's not much more to do to the bike, but I have a couple of things i'd like to try. 1. A "best" wheel upgrade for the good days. A 50/55 ish deep set of wheels around 1200g to really make the bike shine. The Go Zones are great, and the brass nipples give me all year round confidence, but at 1380g they are a do it all workhorse. Id love a set of all out performance wheels for big days out. I'm trying to decide between DFS Carbon custom build, Serenade 50mm, Aero Raptor 50mm, XM Carbon custom build, or 9Velo - any thoughts here much appreciated! 2. A second fork. I have my current fork cut with a couple of extra spacers for maximum comfort, I'd love to get another one and cut it slammed for better aero performance on fast days. Its not that big a deal to switch the fork out, so currently debating the cost if an extra fork and an extra caliper. Sorry for the rambling, hope this is of some use to users on the forum. Anything else you'd like to know about the bike, just reach out and I'd be glad to help. 
November 14, 2025, 03:28:54 AM |
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