I bought the LCR-018D in January and have ridden it for several hundred kilometers. I was concerned about the seatpost slipping, so I recently had a new one sent to me. The new one clearly has a thicker carbon layup. It doesn't slip at all. I hope this is helpful to everyone.

https://escapecollective.com/think-mtb-tyres-are-faster-on-gravel-think-again/

I read this article the other day. Depending on the situation, it says that it is faster to use narrow tires on a suspension fork than fat tires on a rigid fork.

So, I think that in the future, I should buy a frame with a long fork length that is compatible with a suspension fork.
Now, do you know of any gravel frames with such a long fork length?It would be good if it were around 430-440 mm.

Thank you!

Tideacebike

If I win this bike, I'm going to try the Niseko Gravel extra long (120 km) in Hokkaido, Japan, lol.

I used the FIRST Components C522 headset. If your groupset is Di2, I would suggest the C522A-3, and if your groupset is mechanical, I would suggest the C522A or C522A-1.

https://www.firstcomponents.com/headsets/internal-cable-routing/

As for Marino Bike, I have never purchased one, but a store in Japan called Gonzo Perfomance stocks a few.
All posts are in Japanese, but you can translate and read them if you like.

https://www.facebook.com/profile/100063713735356/search/?q=marino

Hi.
I recently built a frame that can install 29x2.4 tires. I couldn't find it in a carbon frame so I built it in titanium. Boost standard + BB shell width is 73mm.

I usually use it for forest road riding and plan to use it for beach racing!
For your information.

It seems that DENGFU is preparing a new product called M028

Suspension stroke is unknown, but it is HA65, so it looks like an enduro design. The geometry is a bit of a lie, 29er and Mallet have different RC's, etc...
The seat tube length is long, and as a short-legged Asian, it is not a candidate for me, but I think it is a good product!

Quote from: carbonazza on December 09, 2022, 01:52:41 AM
Their sizing chart is a bit off.
Did you use your usual size?

I'm 177cm tall, 68kg weight.
Darevie is asia L, Spexcel is M, Swiftofo is XL I have.
Darevie and Spexcel is good fit.
I bought Swiftofo at a time when I was a bit fatter, but would choose L now!

I tried Chinese jerseys this way and that.
Darevie and Spexcel are up there in terms of features.

Swiftofo's bibs are a bit more expensive than these, but are the best quality so far.
The hem is a little long and the sunburn is noticeable when wearing other (shorter) bibs, lol.
https://ja.aliexpress.com/item/1005001705322174.html?

Quote from: patliean1 on October 05, 2022, 04:21:47 PM
Found this interesting post/writeup. You'll need to translate from Japanese

https://plovercycles.com/entry/cinelli_pressure_and_ican_a40

I wrote this article. I never thought the day would come when this article would be read by someone from overseas, lol.
As you can see in the link below, As you can see in the link below, Chinelli's Pressure does not have exclusive use of the molds.

https://planet-podium.com/n/nd8e0aa21571a

Quote(Translated)Paolo, First of all, I would like to state that "PRESSURE" is 100% Chinelli's design. However, our sales volume does not cover the full cost of the molds, so the supplier responsible for production has also made an investment. Therefore, we have a contract with other manufacturers that allows them to use our molds in return for their investment. This background may cause some misunderstanding, but Cinelli does all the design work. This information is not secret, but open. We are not secretive about this information, but we are open about it, and Francesca in the public relations department will answer any inquiries in the same way.

Quote from: Remedy 7 on March 28, 2022, 09:48:45 PM
Do you mind sharing the full catalog?

Please

Hello.
I recently received the 2022 catalog from ICAN.

I am interested in the frame called P17.

I think it's probably FLYBIKE's FM1266, which is good news since FLYBIKE is BtoB and cannot be bought privately.

Quote from: carbonazza on August 05, 2021, 03:57:13 PM
Did you see the picture a few post above?
It is another option. The ZTTO double bottle mount.
Light and inexpensive.
It keeps well the bottles, even on rough tracks.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32975689555.html

Thank you carbonazza-san,
I already have this part, but I have some problems at field.
It is very cheap and reliable.

When I lower the saddle on the dropper seat post, my knees interfere with the bottle (this depends on the person), and the bottle gets dirty from the dirt rolling up from the ground.

The problem with LYNE is that it's expensive (LOL)

I've been riding FM936 for over a year.
I am generally satisfied with my bike, but I am not happy with the single drink bottle installation.
So, I added two bottles using parts from LYNE COMPONENTS.

https://www.on-lynecomponents.com/collections/the-holy-rail/products/holy-rail-dual-cage-kit

This frame size is M and it can insert two 550ml FLY bottles. I think this is effective for marathon competition.

Just for your reference.

Quote from: BluCheese on May 25, 2021, 07:06:43 AM
Info from Thai's youtube channel
The sample bike claim weight 7.5kg (unknown size)
Frame made in Japan
Painted in Thailand (Using motorbike paint)
price at 349,000THB which is around 11,000USD

Thank you BluCheese-san,

If you want, you can give us the URL of the YouTube video.

There are very few carbon frame manufacturers in Japan and the only major company that makes bicycle frames is YONEX(Yes, the racquet manufacturer).