Quote from: crazyravr on October 09, 2026, 08:20:07 AM
Which one? Shimano or the SRAM? No way it was SRAM E1 was it?

Sorry, I meant I got the Grx Di2, the price of SRAM groupset on AE is not very competitive in comparison to EU shops.

Quote from: crazyravr on October 08, 2026, 01:33:50 PM
Im currently looking for the new 1x GRX setup and I dont think anyone on Ali has it yet?
The new E1 SRAM groups are VERY pricey on Ali for some reason.

Anrancee had it during the last promo period. I could secure it for 1,180CAD (full groupset with the chain, crankset, battery, derailleur, levers and calipers) and shipping included.

Cheers

Hi there,

I am interested in buying this frame. Do you guys think LightCarbon do any discounts during Black Friday or 11.11 "Single day" ?

Quote from: NB87 on September 08, 2026, 04:42:26 AM
It would be interesting to know if the seka post would fit (because I personally think it looks better and has proper saddle rail clamp system) but what do you mistrust about the hole?

I think I saw 2-3 people having issues with the same seatpost on the LC18, that's I want to find an alternative for the seatpost.

Do you think Seka's seatpost would fit the LC72 ? I have a trust issue with the hole under the saddle.

It seems that they will release the SL8 2.0 aka SL9. They published pictures on their IG page.

Hi !

I recently purchased a K-Edge Chain Guide for my VB-R-268 1x set up and I have hard time to install properly.

The outer plate is rubbing the chain and since there are only 3 screws, I do not really know if I have to un-screw them to push the outer plate far from the chain.

I am pretty sure my crankset is installed correctly because it works flawlessly without the chain guide but if you have any checks to ensure that is installed suitably, let me know.

Thanks for your help !

Quote from: Bonus79 on April 27, 2026, 05:26:00 AM
The Spcycle 0 offset seatpost I ordered has arrived...unfortunately, unlike the pictures in the sales ad, the seatpost has a glossy anti-slip part that I really don't like.
I tried contacting Spcycle, and that's the only way they make it...so either I find someone who can repaint it all satin black, or I'll return it and buy another SL8-compatible model (probably with a side clamp).

When I placed my order, I request them not to put the anti-slip material and they accepted it.

Build a bike for my buddy (beginner level) but I wanted him to have the "best bang for the buck bike" which could last him at least 3-5 years.

Frame : 1020 CAD W/ taxes 
* Spycle R088 (625CAD)
- Size : 58cm
* LightCarbon HB17 : 400x100mm (300CAD W/taxes)

Groupset : 1215CAD w/ taxes
* Shimano 105 Di2 (1056CAD)
- Chainrings : 50-34
- Cassette : 11-36
- Crank arms : 170mm
- Chain 105
- Bottom Bracket : BSA
- Shimano Rotors MT900 (160-140mm)

Wheels : 455CAD w/ taxes
* Tagoola
- 50mm (21mm width)
- 36T ratchet system
- 1350gr

Tires : 180CAD w/ taxes
* Continental
- GP5000 : 700x30cc

Ridenow TPU (Pack of 4), 65mm: 50CAD w/ taxes

Saddle + Bar Tape : 150CAD w/ taxes
* Prologo
- M5 PAS Pro T2.0

Pedals : 80CAD w/ taxes
* Shimano SPD SL 105

Saddle bag Ridenow : 45CAD w/taxes

Elite Bottle Cage : 40CAD w/taxes

Total : 3,135$

I did not weight the bike but who cares ? lol. With both rings (C-Ring & Crown Ring), there was a significant gap between the bottom headset cap and the frame, in particular with the Crown Ring. So I decided to use the C-Ring. I sanded it as much as I could and drilled a small hole to fit properly the HB17 handlebar. If I want to bend the HB and fork like GCN, I have put my full weight on it, so yeah, I will say there is no issue here.

My recommendation if you are picky :
- Buy a SL8 seatpost wedge because the one they provide does not fit well (it is a little bit bigger).
- Buy a SL8 seatpost cover, the one provided is garbage.

Cheers !

Quote from: Joey on August 10, 2025, 10:12:55 AM
How long does it take for a wheelset to be shipped? I ordered a wheelset on the Aliexpress page last week with some good coupons, but still not shipped...hoping it doesnt get cancelled 

It always takes around 2-3 weeks for them to ship the wheels. I bought 2 pairs of them and wait the approx' time that I mention. Then you have to wait around 1.5 weeks to receive the wheels depending on where you live. In Canada, it took 1.5 weeks and no taxes at the reception.

Cheers

Quote from: Avalius on April 23, 2025, 11:42:04 PM
Anyone installed ltwoo on this frame? The front caliper doesn't fit and the ltwoo adapters don't work. I'm clueless

Did you use the special mount provided with the frame ? It looks like this :

https://www.bikegarage.cc/components/front-brake-adapter/specialized-aethos-tarmac-sl8-disc-brake-adaptor-black-flat-mount-s200700001-36

Quote from: Matter on April 01, 2025, 01:55:02 AM
The maximum depth can reach 60mm

Did you add those wheels on your AliExpress Store ?

New pictures of the groupset :

https://www.instagram.com/p/DHO_wygJ95s/?igsh=N3J1ZDN6cDZjd2w3

Quote from: tenet3 on February 02, 2025, 05:19:56 AM
the prices do seem better at Taiwan Eisen but they told me there is only a single t1100 eps tier ... if i remember correctly there were already a couple of purchases from this store (v1 ostro and sl8) and quality was inferior to F-C?

I have recently purchased a SL8 from Taiwen Eisen and from another store. The quality of the Taiwan Eisen's frame is top notch compared to the other one. I haven't built the bike yet but at first sight, it's pretty excellent to me, especially for 600USD (shipping including and no taxes).

Here are few pictures of the interior of my frame (sorry for the quality) VS the F-C's SL8 (white and green color, they sent me some pics)

Stone released a new spider 110BCD that you can get for $30 on Ali. It fits pretty well in comparison to the one that Lexon provides.