Quote from: Serge_K on October 16, 2026, 04:04:26 PM
Is the Surge RF10 a Long Teng frame as well?

The RF10 isn't made by Longteng — it's from another high-quality factory. This is already their second-generation road frame; the previous generation sold over a thousand units. I'm testing this one myself, and Patrick Lino is testing it too — he received the seatpost today and should be releasing a related video within a week.

Quote from: gribs on October 16, 2026, 04:20:41 PM
Do you know of any factories planning a modern trail geometry hard tail? I'd really like a lighter version of my Ragley Big Al or a Stif Squatch (my personal perfect geo would be 78 degree seat tube at 420mm, 64 degree head angle with a 130mm or 140mm fork , 500mm reach, 80mm BB drop and as short as practical chainstays allowing for 2.4" tyres)

We happen to have a lightweight mountain bike that's great for fast riding. A rider in the US already built up a complete bike with it — take a look for reference.

LightCycling MTB MF05
Lightweight Carbon 29er Hardtail Frame · 850g · Modern 66° Geometry
Key Features:

850g Lightweight Carbon Frame (Size M, Raw UD) — T800 with T1000/T1100 Reinforcement
Modern 66° XC Geometry · Sizes S / M / L / XL
Full Internal Routing Supported · or External at the Handlebar via Lower Head-Tube Ports
Free Routing Kit: Liners, Foam Sleeves & Grommets
Dropper-Ready 31.6mm Seatpost · 200mm Max Insertion
SRAM UDH Hanger · Boost 12×148mm — Transmission Ready
BSA 73mm Threaded Bottom Bracket
Post Mount Disc Brake · 160mm Rotor
1x Drivetrain Only · Max 42T Chainring · 52mm Chainline
100–120mm Fork · Tapered 1-1/8″–1-1/2″ Steerer · IS52 Headset Included
Max Tire 29 × 2.4″ · 2 Bottle Cage Mounts
Frame Only — Headset, Seatpost Clamp, UDH Hanger, Thru Axle & Routing Kit Included

Our new paint craft
Mirror color
A silver base with a transparent (candy) coat gives a really sparkling effect. It's currently available in red, blue, green, gold, and purple — which color do you like? It can also be combined with a metallic finish.

Congratulations to another rider on completing his new frame—it really is beautiful. Although we had some misunderstandings in our communication along the way, he told me today that he loves the frame, and I'm truly happy to hear that.
Do you like this holographic paint series? It can also be paired with transparent tinted clear coats in various colors.