Is anyone using plastic computer mount with computer (Karoo) and Insta X5? I am wondering if the mount holds the weight of both. I don't want to mount under the bar on default GoPro mount, but add adapter right under computer interface.

I installed SRAM BB (DUB T47 Road Bottom Bracket 85.5mm) with SRAM Force E1 2x crankset. Using 3mm spacer that came with BB, my non-drive side has bit of too much empty space. There is no play and I could not move it sideways. Plastic ring is maxed out, and it jumps if tightened more.

Torqued crankset to 54 Nm according to guide. Did I mis something or just need to order extra spacer?

To install 3rd party cockpit or to deploy separate stem + handlebar, which adapters should I request with the frame, FSA?

Initially I plan to use HBR17 but for possible adjustments in future. Which extra spare parts have you ordered?

Quote from: BeR on January 08, 2026, 12:26:04 PM
I created a topic on the sales sub-forum but if you have not read it, I sell my LCR018-D in size 54 like brand new because of a wrong size (with HBR17 360*110 mm and two seaposts). PM if you want.

BeR, may I ask which direction it's wrong size - too small or too large?
Having read whole thread couple times and about to order, I noticed you are similar size to me (181cm, 86cm inseam). Narrowing to size 54, and would be nice to hear your comments on sizing. Also noticed your sales post, but I am too eager for glossy finish

Regarding slammed setup and which covers / spaces needs to be there to know actual stack of setup is bit unclear. How to read this:

"There should be no reason why the bar can't sit directly on top of the bearing cap. It's the only mandatory interface needed.
Compression ring.  8.3mm
Cover.   10mm
Thick spacer.  10mm
Thin spacer   5mm"

For the sizing I hear comments about getting proper bike fit. However, I was not able to find decent fitter in my region. Also think it's part of the build and hobby to experiment. Seeing multiple size discussions in this thread, maybe someone can say if my thinking is completely false.

Current bike is Kona Rove ST 2018, size 54. A relaxed gavel bike. I have played with multiple stems and swapped to more narrow handle bar. I am trying to replicate reach and stack of the setup. With my testing I have figured out that I don't want any longer bike. Frame reach is 388mm and stem 90mm. LCR018 size 54 I could then choose 90mm or 100mm stem to match this.

This will be my first road bike, so I have no experience of how low I should go with stack. I tested my current setup removing all spacers and invertin stem to negative -6 degrees. Feels fine and I could go lower. Kona frame stack is 590mm vs, LR 54 569mm, difference of 21mm. With 8mm rise on handle bar this results 13mm. But are there other components I need to add? Tryin to figure how low I can go.

Quote from: Sander2177 on July 01, 2025, 02:58:30 AM

Regarding the Tarmac SL8 for 181 cm, I'd say a 56 cm is generally the right size. It tends to offer a good balance of comfort and performance. Of course, your exact sizing might depend on your body proportions like inseam and torso length, and your preferred riding style. If you want a more aggressive and stretched-out position, 56 is solid; if you prefer something more compact, a 54 could work with some stem and handlebar adjustments.

What frame size do you normally ride? And do you know your inseam or saddle height? That info can help fine-tune the recommendation even more.

Hope this helps! Let me know if you want to discuss more.

Want me to tweak the tone or shorten it?

Thank you for comprehensive comment! My inseam is 86cm, and saddle height 74cm measured along seat tube. I have done bit of DIY bike fit based on Neil Stanbury videos. I feel I get the cleats and saddle height / position quite good, but cockpit area still needs some work.

Played also with Specialized sizing tool which is based on height and chin length, with their guide I measured approx 40cm chin length. Interestingly, I got 56 when entered 181cm and 40cm, but 54 when entering 181cm and 39,95cm... Seems I am just between sizes according to Spez as well.

Currently riding Kona gravel bike with size 54. Comparing with geometrygeeks I see there is not much difference in reach - 54 is 4mm shorter, and 56 is 7mm longer. Stack on the other hand is 25mm lower on 56 and 46mm lower on 54. But as I don't have earlier experience on real road bike, I am not sure how to read this. I have swapped to longer stem and removing spacers, and feel I can definitely go lower. But how much, that I don't know.

Interesting comments from others as well. I keep seeing "size down" for this bike. Could you guys share reasoning why this recommendation?

Regarding colors, I got YS color options which is listing many metallic and pearl color options. I am sure I can pick nice color form here!

About to order a frame. I am torn between size 54 and 56. Coming from gravel bike to first road bike. 181cm, and 74cm from bottom bracket to top of saddle. Test drove SL8 at LBS, but it was rather short session swapping bikes and driving few hundred meters only.

54 felt nimble and agile, 56 felt bit long. However, both were equipped with non integrated stem 90mm and handlebar +6 degrees. Going integrated with -6 degrees would put me even more racy position. As setup is quite static with only 25mm spacers to play, and I feel being between sizes I would appreciate comments on how to choose correct sizing.

Secondly, I see nice colors being picked. Which colors are those with some metallic glare?
Asking Vivian, I received massive catalog of Pantone colors. But aren't those pastel colors..? There is also 8 different chameleon colors which are more what I am looking for but a bit too bright. Ideally would like to have dark color with some sparkle but not too much.