@Ultramic, good to know!

I have an older model Carbonda 696, and the only issue I have with that frame is that the brakes are pretty much impossible to center. No stores near me have a flat mount facing tool (that says a lot imho), so I may risk using some sandpaper to clean the mounts after all.

Is anyone willing to measure the length of the hoods (from the end to the point where they start to turn upwards)? I'd like to compare them to Wheeltop GeX, SRAM Rival, and mechanical GRX.

I've heard Wheeltop is quite small, and the new Rival is quite long, which can make a big difference for a short-reach rider like myself, who can hardly find a fitting frame anymore.

Does the eGR support 10-46t cassettes? The specs mention a smallest cog of 11t.

How long does the battery last for you?

From what I hear, Shimano Di2 seatpost batteries usually last around a month. If L-TWOO was able to achieve something similar, unplugging the cable from the rear derailleur once a month doesn't seem so bad.

Is it possible to get a summary of this groupset so far, given that this thread is now over two years old?

- What are the long-term reviews so far?
- Does the groupset still have known issues?
- Has anyone tried the "2026 version" being offered on AliExpress?
- Are there any known updates in the pipeline? I'm really hoping for a version that charges over USB-C.

I am considering it for a 1x12 endurance bike (40 x 10-46).

Depending on your size, the Yishun G075-D may offer an even shorter reach.
https://snapshot.yishunbike.com/product/g075-d-adventure-gravel/

Can anyone recommend a good narrow width (130-135mm) saddle from AliExpress?

I'm currently running a Selle Italia SLR Boost (size S1), but am looking for something with a bit more padding. Weight and material are not important, only shape and comfort

This frame has Cannondale-style "kingpin" rear suspension. However, from what I understand, that suspension only works because because it's paired with thin flexy chainstays.

However, the G1055-D seems to have beefy chainstays, that don't seem flexy at all. What are your thoughts on this type of suspension? Is it going to work, or is it just a gimmick?

Quote from: NormH on January 10, 2024, 07:32:51 AM
Sweet! But...Tried to buy one yesterday. 48cm and 50cm both out of stock. MOQ is 30 sets, so they couldn't give me a timeline. They were also out of the handlebar I wanted for the build (380x90 but have 380x100 and 400x90). And now, because of your post, I'm even more depressed

Maybe consider their other frames? I wouldn't order this frame unless you're absolutely sure the long reach is what you need (meaning: get a bike fit first). I built one up for a friend, and while it's a great frame, there is no way it can fit my body. There is no such thing as a geometry that fits all riders, so measure twice, or you'll have to buy twice

Regarding the MOQ: I don't think there's a MOQ for this frame (I bought a single frameset), but they probably mean they can't spin up a production run just for a single frame, so you're waiting for one of their OEM clients to order a new batch of frames first.

Regarding the press-fit BB: Park Tool makes a really expensive and hard-to-get reaming tool for BB86. It's one of the few tools I can't justify buying myself, but if I ever buy a frame with BB86 (which unfortunately is most Light Bicycle and Yishun frames), I'd definitely take it to a bike shop that has that tool. Same goes for facing the disc brake mounts.

Ridley has sold open mould frames before (see Ridley Kanzo Adventure, the previous version) but their main models are own designs.

Any recommendations on road/gravel tubeless tyres around 36mm, without too much profile, that aren't leaky af?

I'm currently running Challenge Strada Biancha tyres. I was happy with them at first (very comfortable) but the sidewalls are so leaky that they pretty much lose all air within 48h. I was hoping this would improve over time (with sealant), but even after several months of use, I can still see sealant coming out of the sidewalls. I've had similar issues with other tubeless tyres, so I'm considering ditching tubeless unless I can find a tyre that actually holds its pressure for more than a few days.

I've taken UD matte framesets into a professional paint shop, and asked about the work required to get it ready-to-paint. They said a light sanding is enough.

Quote from: BalticSea on August 03, 2023, 11:52:56 AM
So... Has anyone ordered the LCR017-D frame yet? I was taking a second look at their geometry chart and it seems like a mess. I am no bike expert, but size 49 frame should not have longer wheelbase than size 54, right?

Small sizes have a slacker head tube angle, to avoid toe overlap. By lowering the head tube angle, the front wheel moves forward a bit more, which also results in a slightly longer wheel base.

In my opinion, small sizes should be designed around 650B wheels, not 700C. I believe Canyon does this for some of their women's sizes, but I don't know of many others.

Quote from: patliean1 on August 12, 2023, 05:57:15 AM
https://www.yishunbike.com/product/hb058/

Thanks, but I was hoping you could double-check that  I suspect this HB058 is identical to what some other brands are selling, but the reach numbers vary. On the drawing, Carbonda specifies 75mm reach, but that seems to be measured center-to-edge, not center-to-center.

Also, the 50mm clamping area is barely enough for a stem, so that wouldn't leave any clamping room for bike computers, lights, etc... Something that really annoys me on aero handlebars.