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Carbonda FM 1003 / Flybike FM 1266
The Carbonda FM 1003 (also known as Flybike FM 1266 or ICAN X17) is a 180mm travel enduro/freeride carbon frame with a linkage-driven single pivot design and a one-piece rear triangle. It's praised for its descending capability, stable geometry, and surprisingly good climbing efficiency despite its travel. The frame is available in multiple sizes (S-XL), uses a 205x65mm trunnion shock, has a 64° head angle (with 588mm A2C fork), and features internal cable routing with guide tubes. It's sold directly from Carbonda or ICAN, with prices around $1150-1180 from Carbonda and ~$780 from ICAN (plus shipping). Users report it's overbuilt and durable for aggressive riding, though some note it's heavy (~3.3-3.6kg for frame) and has basic paint quality.
LightCarbon LCFS918
The LightCarbon LCFS918 is a 29er carbon full-suspension XC/marathon frame with 110mm rear travel, designed around a 120mm fork. It features a linkage-driven single pivot suspension system, threaded BSA bottom bracket, Boost spacing (148x12mm rear, 110x15mm front), and internal cable routing (including through-headset routing on some models). The geometry is described as a blend of old-school and modern 'downcountry' with a 67.5° head tube angle, moderate seat tube angle, and reach around 480mm for size L. It supports two bottle cages (main triangle and seat tube). Early models used a 165x38mm (6.5x1.5in) standard mount shock, while newer versions switched to a trunnion mount. The frame is praised for its clean design, light weight, and good value, but some users report issues with bearing quality, cable routing, and manufacturing tolerances.
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DaStivi's LightCarbon Gravel LCG087-D
DaStivi's Gravel LightCarbon LCG087-D with WHEELTOP GeX Wireless, ZIPP 303 XPLR wheels, and Panaracer GravelKing SK t...
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Road Bike with HYGGE Aerodynamic carbon frame, eRX groupset, ELITEWHEELS 50mm wheels, and Continental GP5000 tires.
2,439.0g
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