FYI: The Ortlieb Quick rack/thru axle m6 connector works fine with the LCR018-D.

FYI - i contacted Tailfin to figure out if their rack fits on the LCR018-D.

Here is their response:

"From the details you provided, your bike will require the following parts:

Axle: Universal Thru Axle (using the 1.0mm part - included)

Adaptor: UDH Adaptor and Tailfin UDH Hanger (both included with the Tailfin UDH Adaptor Set)

Please replace the original hanger with the tailfin UDH hanger so the UDH Adaptor bolt will fit!"

Even if you are not US, this is a good suggestion- I always get one if I pick up stuff at the dry cleaner.

Quote from: rosteven on September 01, 2026, 11:40:42 AM
I'm going try to remove it with a wire hanger.  If that doesn't work, I'm hoping that I can lodge it in the so tight that it never comes out.

Do we have some news?

If you do have some clothes hanger like these (https://www.amazon.de/Amazon-Basics-Kleiderb%C3%BCgel-Edelstahl-Verchromt/dp/B07Y3B6S4F/ref=asc_df_B07Y3B6S4F?mcid=d9736326b4ac3210a5d1944c8740d328&language=de_DE&tag=detxtgostdde-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=719118755665&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=9666752629898701834&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9181090&hvtargid=pla-906382239559&gad_source=1&th=1), you can twist them into a long metal thingy that could help you loosen it up. I used this when part of the steerer tube expander fell down the fork and wedged itself in there.

Good luck man, you will get it out somehow, I believe in you .

Well, my solution would be to shake the frame till it comes out. If it is not stuck in a place, it has to come out somehow.

Quote from: Plagymus on August 19, 2026, 11:19:47 AM
Hello,

Bit of a noob question.

I do not want to use the HBR17 integrated handlebars on my build. But rather a 3rd party 2 piece bar+stem combo, if possible with full integration.

1- Anyone has done that? What stem would you recommend for that?
2-Should I:
    A) Ask for the HBR17 top covers and spacers and then find a stem that fits on top
or B) Get a stem with a top cover that will work with the lcr018D frame.

I was looking at the deda superbox V2 for example, it ships with 46mm and 56mm top covers.
Would that work as option B (preferably) or A? (I tired to attach a picture)

Thank you

Hi, yes I tried it with a random ztto fully integrated stem from ali. https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005008910085339.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.11.38ed5c5f400RqZ&gatewayAdapt=glo2deu

It worked, but I could not get the gap between frame and lowest part of the integrated parts, see picture, quite closed. And it was not easy to fix the play in the headset, but it worked.

I thank you for the additional information from Joy, I will try it again obviously

48 dollar to mainland europe - seatpost and 2 trough axles

Quote from: Aerodurance on August 15, 2026, 08:14:56 AM
So measuring the Cone of the axle as first step.
That should be easy, because its size should be written somewere. Or i just measure it.
I dont know how the Ortlieb axle looks like. Can you show a picture?

That would be awesome if you could help a brother out here. The Ortlieb Axle is a smart product, because it has a ton of spacers with it, so I can vary the length perfectly and with the right conicle spacer, it would also fit perfectly. https://at.ortlieb.com/products/thru-axle-m6-connector

Quote from: Aerodurance on August 14, 2026, 10:52:30 AM
FIAT was also going trough an evolution when they made the fiat multipla.
HBR17 90*380= 305gr
HBR 14 90*380=340gr
Very happily taking those 35gr for the better looks (personal preference).
I must have a major mismatch with every biker I talk to about this frame (not owning a HBR17). But maybe you're right
So cool everyone makes his own frame with the colors. Fancy color !
I dont get why they dont just go for a more standard approach. Changing would be so easy.
What exactly are you looking for? Maybe i can help (if possible).

I imagine that a conical spacer in the right size can help fit the ortlieb axle. But I have no idea how to measure it out which dimensions it should have. If you have experience in that, this would super cool.

And maybe someone could help with a 3d print. I am lacking the technical finesse to figure out how to make the correct measurements, but I know there are people out there to help . If I have an update on that, I will provide you with the files for the print.

Quote from: farni on August 13, 2026, 02:54:40 PM
Someone recently mentioned the through axles and that they are custom. Do you know whether I will be able to fit the Tailfin Universal Thru Axle? It works with different threads thanks to 2 parts. May there be anything stopping me from fitting it?

The issue could be that the axle won't fit perfectly, because it is flush on the non drive side (see picture on the upper right side). The spacer which is included with the tailfin axle could fit or you find another one that fits. My Ortlieb trough axle for the ortlieb quick rack did not fit for example.

Quote from: jlintl on July 27, 2026, 02:34:49 AM
Hi eveybody - I fell into the LightCarbon rabbit hole, and am about to order a LCG072-D soon, so I have spent half of my vacation reading a lot here on Chinertown.
A lot, but surely not everything, and so here is my first question:

Can someone tell me what the weight of the down tube storage door is? It looks to be rather weighty since it is aluminum.

Version 1: 53g without the screws

I think you just want to hear a specific answer which you already have given yourself between the lines.

Quote from: dnz49 on July 21, 2026, 02:16:22 AM
Just finished my first build and my first ride of 85 km.

Frame: Lightcarbon LCR018-D 56 cm
Groupset: Shimano 105 Di2 52/36 11-36T 165mm
Wheel set: Elitewheels Edge 3.0 52mm
Saddle: Ryet 3D Carbon
Seat Post with zero setback

8,1 kg (with with pedals, computer mount, bottle cage, handlebar tape)


Unfortunately, the saddle is still causing problems. The seatpost stays in place after I greased the sliding surfaces of the clamp and the bolt, but the saddle tilts under load.
I've already tightened the clamp quite firmly, but I was careful because of the carbon struts (recommended torque: max. 5 Nm). Even so, the saddle tipped over when I hit a pothole. I haven't used carbon paste yet.
What would you recommend I do next?

• Tighten the bolts even more? (Unfortunately, a torque wrench won't fit due to the design.)
• Try carbon paste?

Do you have any tips?

I am not a medical professional...sorry...a professional bike mechanic, so take my next words with caution :

Just torque it more - i also had the same problem and torqued it, till it was no problem anymore. Or chose a different saddle without carbon rails.