not especially unique and not especially well priced.
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Originally Posted by markaitch
(Post 14051554)
it shows lightnings available in all sizes?
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unless theres a new scandium monster in the fold, i cant see why theyd end the lightning.
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It most likely didn't sell nearly as well as we think it does.
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Well for the non-Lightning folk, what are the thoughts on the Classic vs. Special? Are the lugs on the Special worth the $200 price increase?
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but the rest of their snoozer lineup does?
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^^^this is too funny...the forum's current biggest bikedirect shill knocking wabi bikes
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i love the lightnings.
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Originally Posted by hamfoh
(Post 14051418)
Adriano just doesn't like a lot of things
Originally Posted by markaitch
(Post 14054409)
^^^this is too funny...the forum's current biggest bikedirect shill knocking wabi bikes
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Wabi posted on their facebook that it was "supplier issues" for the reason the Lightning is being discontinued. I don't think it was sales #'s that caused it to be scrapped especially since it's being replaced with an even more expensive model.
They have some details listed on their site now about it. Here's the first glimpse of the new Wabi Lightning SE (steel edition) which I hope to have here in May (the one pictured is a proto I'm riding now). Here's the basic info: - Columbus Spirit OS tubes, tig welded - Carbon fork with alu steerer - Same component grouping as the other Wabi's - Overall weight for a 55cm with drop bars and 2 brakes (no pedals) anticipated to be 17.2 lbs (49cm proto is 16.9 lbs) - Color options TBD. Proto in matte Black - Expected retail: $1095 This is an exciting bike- it has the responsiveness of a superlight bike with the ride and stability of high quality steel. As I have more info I'll pass it along. http://www.wabicycles.com/images/HT-side_copy3.jpg |
Can't believe this thread is still going. Out of the 20 or so bikes I have owned over the years, the Classic is easily my favorite road bike.
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Holy ****. The return of Papa Het!
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Originally Posted by jasonnc80
(Post 14064132)
- Overall weight for a 55cm with drop bars
and 2 brakes (no pedals) anticipated to be 17.2 lbs (49cm proto is 16.9 lbs) Edit: Oh wait... $1000? Mehhhhhh...... |
1100 is hard to get too excited about, but considering it's a complete steel bike with a carbon fork, at that weight, the price is still pretty nice. I just hope they don't have ****ty/limited color options this time around
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Originally Posted by Scrodzilla
(Post 14064558)
Holy ****. The return of Papa Het!
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axing the lightning just keeps getting worse and worse.
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Originally Posted by jasonnc80
(Post 14064132)
- Overall weight for a 55cm with drop bars
and 2 brakes (no pedals) anticipated to be 17.2 lbs (49cm proto is 16.9 lbs) - Color options TBD. Proto in matte Black - Expected retail: $1095
Originally Posted by Scrodzilla
(Post 14064558)
Holy ****. The return of Papa Het!
I knew that Brian had a Wabi, but my first reaction to seeing his post was, "Brian???" |
Originally Posted by JesusBananas
(Post 14067757)
I knew that Brian had a Wabi, but my first reaction to seeing his post was, "Brian???"
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what a wonderful, wonderful friday.
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Originally Posted by adriano
(Post 14051699)
not especially unique and not especially well priced.
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I took a look at the prototype when I was at Wabi "headquarters" a few months ago. It is a great looking bike (I have the Special and it seriously cuts into my time on a geared bike).
By the way, although the components on the Special aren't high-end, they certainly are good quality. And after deciding to switch out a few items for flashier brands, I discovered the Velo saddle is as light as my Specialzed Toupe, and the Kendas that came with the bike as light as a pair of Conti 4000 S tires. |
Originally Posted by icyclist
(Post 14074644)
I took a look at the prototype when I was at Wabi "headquarters" a few months ago. It is a great looking bike (I have the Special and it seriously cuts into my time on a geared bike).
By the way, although the components on the Special aren't high-end, they certainly are good quality. And after deciding to switch out a few items for flashier brands, I discovered the Velo saddle is as light as my Specialzed Toupe, and the Kendas that came with the bike as light as a pair of Conti 4000 S tires. |
Subject: Wabi Lightning schedule, offer
Hi Folks, Excuse the group e-mail, but I wanted to give you an update on the progress of the Lightning SE bikes getting here to Wabi Cycles. It’s been a bit later than I hoped, but it’s looking like the bikes will be in my facility by the first week in June. I apologize for the long wait, and I know many if not all of you originally wanted the Lightning, and some have been waiting a while. Consequently, I have decided to offer to you folks who have given me your e-mail addresses and expressed interest in the new SE a little gift. The retail on this bike will be $1095.00, but for any of you who place an order for one by May 15th, I’ll take $100 off of that price. If you decide to take me up on the offer above, you can call me or go on-line (http://www.wabicycles.com/Lightning-SE-offer.html) to place your order, using coupon code SE12 to get your $100 discount. Placing the order doesn’t commit you to buying the bike, and your card won’t be charged until I ship your bike. Also, got a new photo from the factory, showing the rear drop out and how they will be joined to the seat and chain stays (see the link above). An extra touch! Any questions, let me know. Best Regards, Richard Richard Snook Wabi Cycles 1200 S. Hope St., Suite 405 Los Angeles, CA 90015 (P) 888 732 7030 (M) 818 795 7642 (F) 510 217 3865 richard@wabicycles.com www.wabicycles.com |
I bet the green is going to look really nice. Not sure why it's called aquamarine because on my monitor it doesn't look anything like what I consider Aqua to look. Is Athracite a fancy word for black? Because thats what it looks like to me lol
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Give it another 4 days, aight?
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