I ordered my frame at the beginning of November, and the quoted lead time was about 1.5 months, so delivery was expected around mid-December.

When I hadn’t heard anything by then, I contacted them and was told that it’s currently peak season. The updated estimate is now the end of the month, meaning late January.

So if you’re planning to order, keep these lead times in mind. Personally, I’m hoping to start the new season with this bike in March, so I’m crossing my fingers that it arrives just in time.

Why isn't the LCR018 listed on their website (anymore)?

Hey Patrick,

I don’t think it was ever listed on their website.
But it is included in their catalog, which you can download from their site:

https://www.lightcarbon.com/uploadfile/downloads/2025-2026%20LightCarbon%20Frame+Component%20Catalog%20-V2.pdf

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

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.

Thx, this is absolutely useful for me — so thank you for the rambling! ;-)
Really nice build.

I ordered a 56 cm as well, with raw carbon and a mix of glossy and matte finish with custom decals.
Still have to wait until January to receive the frame, so in the meantime I’m wandering around the forums getting inspired by great builds like yours.

For my build, I ordered a wheelset from XM Carbon Speed:
CS-D50CU-33 in the front and CS-D65CU-33 in the rear — a mullet setup with 50 mm front and 65 mm rear, and 26 mm internal width.
Since I’m a heavier rider at around 95 kg, Peter advised me to choose the T800 carbon, 20/20H pattern, the titanium-colored Carbon Speed hub, and the 3.8 mm carbon spokes because they’re a bit thicker and stiffer than the 5.0 mm version.
Peter just sent me the first photos of the rims. Total weight is 1335 grams.
If you’re interested, I can give you an update once I receive the wheels.

I have a couple of questions:

• Which titanium bolts did you use for the groupset?
Do you have a list with quantities and sizes? I’d love to order them before the frame arrives.

• And just out of curiosity — what’s the total weight of your bike? Did you measure it?

Hi, yes this is a Shimano direct mount hanger.
I double checked all measurements directly with the company before ordering.

This is the exact model:
Framesandgear Direct Mount Derailleur Hanger For UDH Systems (Shimano) P1.0

I found this YouTube video that covers some AliExpress alternatives:
https://youtu.be/OpFVjlZnoN8?si=GxFUSK13X3MoCey2

Links for convenience (NOT affiliated):
(i) Be sure to choose the correct thread pitch!

G-Rider UDH TP1.0: https://nl.aliexpress.com/item/1005008538172996.html (28.8 g) 
UDH TP 1.0 / 1.5 / 1.75: https://nl.aliexpress.com/item/1005007725713148.html (35.3 g) 
Thru Axle TP 1.5: https://nl.aliexpress.com/item/1005006778954376.html

Check thread pitch, axle type, and specs carefully when using alternative hangers (especially from AliExpress)

If you think you might need it, 105 Di2 gives you the possibility for 34x36 as a low gear vs. 34x34 with Ultegra.

Thanks voor the tip. But on this moment i am still too heavy to be near the mountains 

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.

That's interesting. Thanks for the idea.
Can i ask why specific Alilee carbon cranks?

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!