Gravel bike (Frameset) on a budget! FULL REVIEW LightCarbon LCG071-D.

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Hi all
Light Carbon is a direct to consumer brand and one of the better OEM suppliers I have tried and recommend for your consideration (NO I'm NOT sponsored).
After months of riding and weeks of trying to put this video together (ironically) Hambini releases a video of his Light Carbon Frame (different to this one) but what were the chances? HOWEVER what does this mean for you, is that you don't have to just take my word for it about Light Carbon!
The LCG071-D Frameset is the one I went for based on its spec and the fact its EPS moulded and the video explains all in detail. After all it's your choice and people vote with their wallets but hopefully what you'll get from this video is an unbiased view (Yes I paid for this myself). Equally they are unaware of this video until now.
Plenty of videos to come and as mentioned I have been a former UK distributor for another brand (not this one) so I have a slightly different perspective...more on that one another time. But most of all I am here to review not to sell.
Hope you enjoy.
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[@whitebeardcycles]

OMG I've forgot the all important weight. In this build with alloy wheels, stem and handlebar just over 9kg. So not too bad. Obviously you could make it lighter but this rides just fine! Also as a few have asked for tyre clearance. 700*53C or 650B*2.1'' or 29er*1.95''.

[@johnb.8615]

Thank you for the great video. I am considering the LCG071 frameset but want to run my existing Redshift stem. What headset cover and spacers are you running under your Redshift? How well does it fit? Thanks again.

[@whitebeardcycles]

​@@johnb.8615 Hi John. I've adapted the ones it came with by cutting off the nose. You can see when the camera pans under the handlebar a few minutes in 01:42. But I've also recently bought this from Ali Express to do my next build. a.aliexpress.com/_EQs1c8h For little over a fiver might help even if you use just the top piece. Thanks for watching very much appreciated.

[@lolxd7150]

How is your comparison to the rinasclta granite while building it up? I want a comfortable frame which fits 38mm tires to get a one bike does it all kinda bike. Thank you for the great videos!

[@whitebeardcycles]

Tbh both easy enough to build up if you have some experience. The LC can accommodate up to 700*53C or 650B*2.1 and is a relaxed geometry. I'd say IF I had to pick it would be the Lightcarbon. It's build quality has the edge and if you watch Hambini's recent review he'll back that up too. Thanks for watching.

[@LooseArchery]

Hi great video Was wondering how tall you are for sizing?

[@whitebeardcycles]

@@LooseArchery Hi. Thanks for watching. I'm 5ft 11. Leg length 32" for reference.

[@thereal_deo]

What made you go for the 55cm instead of the 52? Im just curious as Im looking at getting a carbon frame myself.

[@whitebeardcycles]

The geometry didn't seem to be too different from the 54cm Yoeleo I was riding (Geo geeks). I should of perhaps gone with the 52 and opted for a longer stem (but it also lowers the stack height). But shorter stems give a snappier feel and on my trails that's a plus.

[@thereal_deo]

@@whitebeardcycles Appreciate the reply! Will give it a check

[@Jonofalltradesny]

Subscribed! Number 16 keep going keep growin! Thank you! You're very right there aren't enough LightCarbon build videos!

[@whitebeardcycles]

Thank you kind sir for your words of encouragement. Stay tuned I've just ordered some LightCarbon components too.

[@douglashay174]

Nice build man 👏,just finalizing my lightcarbon frame spec .

[@douglashay174]

I am no youtuber that's for sure but I may do something when I get the frame ,I am a bike mechanic and I am fed up with poor quality frames I see from some of big brands and some of the online brands! When they are in for repair/service,and also fed up with the high cost of everything! I mean even with my discount of cost + it's still so expensive! .I am a mtber of 34 years and the MTB is bling ! But a gravel bike is a simple tool and doesn't need to cost £2.5- sky's the limit to get a nice frame and hydro brakes and nice wheels,so I ve went direct Lightcarbon ,Ltwoo,and elitewheels! And I and a trained wheel builder lol still cheaper to get wheels this way! ,Always ride my own built wheel on MTB but thought I'd give it a go!,give me a place to send pics when it all arrives (late November for wheels)

[@pavelprchal7505]

Hello, what tyre size have on bike? is there any room for bigger tyres? Based on spec there should be space for 53mm, If I decide to buy for this frame I want to try fit 55mm :) Thank you, Pavel

[@whitebeardcycles]

@@pavelprchal7505 I currently have 650b wheels and 47c tyres. Officially according to LC site 700*53C or 650B*2.1'' or 29er*1.95''.

[@SamuelBlackMetalRider]

I will put 2.1 MTB tires on mine (=700-54c) that I will build in October. Size 52. I will post the bike check video end of October on my YT channel

[@pavelprchal7505]

@@whitebeardcycles hello, is there plenky of Špaček between stays and tyre? Should be if I want do my thing 🙂

[@pavelprchal7505]

@@SamuelBlackMetalRider hello, that soundtrack great, I will give you a follow to not miss that one, please mention this topic with some Viewegh what Gap is there or lack of it 🙂