White Beard Cycles - Gravel Bike Suspension, is it a step too far? - FIrst Look at the LightCarbon LCG087

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In this video, we’re taking a first look at the LightCarbon LCG087 frameset, featuring its Micro Suspension System — a unique rear-stay suspension design that promises more comfort and compliance off-road. Is this just clever marketing, or something serious riders should be aspiring to have on their gravel bikes? Let’s find out.

00:00 Intro
00:38 Buying options
01:10 Why you need to consider it?
01:42 Sensah HRD G12 Groupset
02:10 Senicx PR2 Crankset and Ratios
02:46 Scribe Gravel Wheelset
03:39 Real world ride feel
04:25 Is it really suspension?
04:46 Initial impressions
05:56 Word of warning, get it right!
06:09 Any issues?
07:10 Headline Stats and Specs
08:18 A word to the wise
08:38 Storage box
09:05 Over some rough stuff
09:16 Conclusions
09:41 Final thoughts

Why does it matter:

Gravel riding is all about compromise — speed vs comfort, rough vs smooth, efficiency vs fatigue. If a frame like the LCG087 can give just a bit more compliance without sacrificing too much in other areas, it could shift what we expect out of gravel frames for adventurous rides.

If you like this kind of gear breakdown & first-look, hit 👍, subscribe, and drop your thoughts down below: do you see micro suspension like this being something we all want, or just a niche toy?

NOT A AFFILATION LINK: All frames and components purchased by me.

https://www.lightcarbon.com/lightcarbon-gravel-frameset-with-micro-suspension-downtube-storage-plus-handlebar_p243.html

Hambini link, (hope he doesn't mind) https://youtu.be/c5nIgQ-UxDA?si=ZBQLy94XB9Q3hbGI&t=326

Keywords: gravelsuspension,gravelbikes,lightcarbon,sensah,sentyeh,scribecycling

Bike part mentions in this video

LightCarbon Gravel Frameset With Micro Suspension Downtube Storage Plus Handlebar

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