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#1
Quote from: siwyyo on May 22, 2026, 12:53:32 AM

Since you want gravel/endurance ride bike why wouldn't you choose Lightcarbon: LCR018-D over this frame? I am in the same situation as You and comfort/ more tire clearence/ aero/ maintaining speed in this case is more important to me than less bike weight since i will not use this bike on climb.

I am still in the deciding phase of what bike to get, but The light carbon would be a little redundant. My gravel bike already can fit 40+ tires. Not sure if i can get used to that eagle eye design either.

The LTK is a snappier bike that can still take chubby tires, is  aesthetically pleasing, and would be going on climbs in my case.

Quote from: Sakizashi on May 24, 2026, 11:04:53 AM

That said, I cant tell you that you will be able to make use of the potential difference between the LCR018-D and the LTK266-D-SL. Nobody but a bike fitter can do that.

If you just want a fun bike to ride, I would just buy whichever one you like the look of best. After all riding the bike is what matters.

Well said. I shelled out the cash and made an appointment with a fitter to help figure what is best for me.

Riding cool bikes is fun indeed  8)
#2
I went through this entire thread and I think I will be picking up this frame. I ride mostly gravel but would like a road bike for long long road rides, this frame ticks many boxes. I intend to use this as more of a endurance ride and not a slammed racer.

Going with size a L after comparing the numbers on  with what i currently ride ( i measure 5.10 feet ) 

https://geometrygeeks.bike/compare/rodeo-labs-flaanimal-5-0-2020-56-cm,longteng-ltk266-d-sl-2025-l/ for anyone interested.

I was hoping to have anyone could chime in on M vs L sizing since i am kind of between.

Other take aways from reading:

1. Ditch the included headset and get a FSA N.55
2. Sugru for the holes
3. T47 85.5 internal
4. aprotobike for a seat post cover
5. possibly having to brake posts ?
6. as of 5/2026 I am expecting to cost 850-950 usd shipped

Anything else I should be aware of for a painless build?