LightCarbon LCR017-D | $600 Dream Race Bike?
Coach Daniel, PhD
March 21, 2026
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Look carefully or you might mistake the LightCarbon LCR017 as a Cannondale Super 6 EVO LAB 71 🧐. Will going with a second hand Chinese version of a flagship race bike be a mistake or a clever money saving hack? You be the judge, but for those of us who are on a budget and would rather spend the money on components, kit, and actual racing this seems like a great way to go. It's not for everyone though! Getting this bike ride and race ready takes some thought, tools, and patience.
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Parts Mentioned
LightCarbon LCR017-D
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FrameLightCarbon LCR017-D
Created: June 05, 2025The reviewer bought a LightCarbon LCR017-D frame, which is a homage to the Cannondale SuperSix Evo, for its climbing geometry and lower cost compared to the Cannondale. They note it's their first carbon bike and plan to use it for racing. The bike came with a Wheel Top groupset and heavy wheels, but they expect to reduce weight to around 6.5-6.6 kg with upgrades.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Very affordable at around 600-700 USD for the complete bike
- Lightweight carbon frame, lighter than their titanium bike
- Aggressive geometry suitable for climbing and racing
- Good value for money compared to Western brands
Cons
- Fit and finish issues: sawed-down stem cap, missing DI2 cable plug, dirty handlebar tape
- Wheels are heavy (16-1700g) for only 30mm depth
- Hoods were angled too far downward
- Shifting under load was clunky, possibly due to non-Shimano chainring and chain
Where to Buy
LightCarbon Super Light Disc Brake Road Carbon Bike Frameset With Stem
LightCarbon LCR017-D Super Light Disc Brake Road Carbon Frameset With Integrated Handlebar