$1,445.00
Wabi Lightning
At just over 18 lbs, the Lightning is a bike that changes the steel fixed gear/single speed game. It's the perfect combination of characteristics—light and fast but with that great ride of super light steel.
The upcoming colors are Pearl Black, a glossy pearlized metallic black, and Pearl White, a glossy pearlized metallic white. Given parts shortages, we amy not be able to offer every option or upgrade.
See order and build notes below.
RIDER HEIGHT | FRAME SIZE | STANDOVER HEIGHT |
5'4 - 5'7 | 49CM | 30.2IN |
5'7 - 5'10 | 52CM | 31.3IN |
5'10 - 6'1 | 55CM | 32.5IN |
6'1 - 6'3 | 58CM | 33.6IN |
6'3 - 6'6 | 60CM | 34.8IN |
Order and Build Notes
- We are now shipping pre-orders. Orders from late March to early April should ship by mid to late May. Orders from middle to late April should ship by mid June. Any new orders as of May 1st will take at least 6 weeks to ship given the backlog.
- We are short on some components still. If there is an issue, we will contact you.
- We can't ship international builds (excluding Canada) at this time. Only frames.
- 60cm builds will require additional assembly (fork installation) due to having to use a smaller box due to high Fedex oversize charges. It will require an additional 10-15 minutes of assembly.
LIGHTWEIGHT PERFORMANCE
For those looking for one of the lightest one gear rides out there, the Lightning delivers. It features a triple butted Columbus Spirit frame, a sleek carbon fork and our lightweight wheelset for a weight of about 18.5 pounds (55cm).
PICK YOUR BUILD
Every Wabi is assembled to order, so you can customize it the way you want. Pick your component colors, bar types, saddle type, gaer ratio and more at no extra costs. Plus, we offer lots of upgrades on almost every part of the bike. Check out our options explained page more for more info. Want something else? Contact us and we can spec it for you.
SOLID SPECS
- Columbus Spirit triple butted, heat treated tubing
- Carbon fork painted to match frame
- Lightweight 700c wheels with flip-flop hubs
- Total bike weight of 18.5 lbs (55cm size)
- Road racing inspired frame design for a fast but comfortable ride
- 46t/18t deluxe freewheel (default on drive side) and fixed cog
- 23mm Kenda tires (fits up to 28mm wide tires)
This bike does not come with pedals, but you can add them during the checkout process.
BUILD NOTES
Due to component shortages and delays, we may be limited on some component color options or have to substitute some components listed below (at equal or better quality).
We have changed this build out to our lightweight wheels due to rider weight limit concerns and a shortage of Sub 15 wheels at the moment. They are still avaialble as an upgrade.
Note, that we won't ship Lightnings internationally. Sorry.
This model used to be called the "Lightning SE", but it is now just the "Lightning" - same build overall. We dropped the SE as it referenced "Steel Edition" back when the Lightning changed from Scandium (aluminum) to steel about 8 years ago. "SE" just wasn't necessary anymore.
Components
Crankset | Andel RSC1-7102 | |
Bottom Bracket | TH BB-7420ST, 68/103 sealed | |
Headset | Tange Seiki RDC-82 Threadless | |
Stem | Leadtec LCS-7091, 4 bolt, 0 degree rise | |
Seat post | Kalloy SP-248D, 27.2mm, 250mm long (or equivalent) | |
Brakes | Tektro R540 calipers w/ Jagwire cables | |
Chain | YBN S20G2, gold, 1/2'x3/32' | |
Lock Ring | Joy Tech BC1.29X24 /UCP | |
Fixed Cog | Andel FW-710S CNC | |
Freewheel | Cold-forged Long Yih 3 pawl |
Individual components subject to change. Ask us if you need confirmation on specific items.
Size Chart
RIDER HEIGHT | FRAME SIZE | STANDOVER HEIGHT |
5'4 - 5'7 | 49CM | 30.2IN |
5'7 - 5'10 | 52CM | 31.3IN |
5'10 - 6'1 | 55CM | 32.5IN |
6'1 - 6'3 | 58CM | 33.6IN |
6'3 - 6'6 | 60CM | 34.8IN |
You can also find a complete geometry chart on our tech / geometry page. Note that we don't have weight limits for bicycles, but the Sub 15 wheelset is rated to only 225 lbs.
FAQ/IMPORTANT LINKS
Check out our FAQ/Knowledge Base for most questions.
Assembly. Note that our bikes come 90%+ assembled and most customers can do the final assembly themselves. This saves you the time and cost of taking the bike to a bike shop for assembly.
Upgrade options explained. This will help explain the upgrades in the dropdown menus and well as other options that are not on the menu.