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" I looked at single speeds at the bike shops and nothing could be found in a quality steel frame that even comes close to the level of workmanship at
this price point. I am not an expert, but I do most of my own maintenance. I also own six bicycles, priced from four thousand dollars to one thousand
dollars each so I have a reasonable frame of reference. Nice to not be a rolling bill board for large corporations. I think the details on it, the quality of the
welds and paint would be expected on a bike costing over three times as much."
Richard, NJ
Wabi Classic owner
this price point. I am not an expert, but I do most of my own maintenance. I also own six bicycles, priced from four thousand dollars to one thousand
dollars each so I have a reasonable frame of reference. Nice to not be a rolling bill board for large corporations. I think the details on it, the quality of the
welds and paint would be expected on a bike costing over three times as much."
Richard, NJ
Wabi Classic owner
"I am ecstatic to have found your site and get to ride this bike. (And yeah, I love the color and the missing logos. I ordered my Dean without a single
decal!) Today I did a longer ride on my Dean, partially so she wouldn't get too jealous, but also so I could compare. Riding fixed is so different, and is so
addicting. Yesterday I was going to go out just a bit more than the day before, but kept going just a bit more, and then just a bit more... It's not just
about going forward... it's about the contact slowing down too. And a ton of other stuff. What is also clear is that any riding I do on the fixed will
positively effect my road riding. I already feel the more than subtle engagement of muscle, and attention to how I go forward..."
Larry, Santa Fe NM
Wabi Classic owner
decal!) Today I did a longer ride on my Dean, partially so she wouldn't get too jealous, but also so I could compare. Riding fixed is so different, and is so
addicting. Yesterday I was going to go out just a bit more than the day before, but kept going just a bit more, and then just a bit more... It's not just
about going forward... it's about the contact slowing down too. And a ton of other stuff. What is also clear is that any riding I do on the fixed will
positively effect my road riding. I already feel the more than subtle engagement of muscle, and attention to how I go forward..."
Larry, Santa Fe NM
Wabi Classic owner
Richard,
Let me start out by saying I'm no dummy. I did a lot of research and asked a lot of questions before buying your Classic frame. I am pleased to say I
made the right decision. It arrived Thursday morning and from the minute I unwrapped it I knew I was in for a treat. I put it together and by noon I was
tooling around the neighborhood tweaking this and that and trying different component combos to find the best fit, form and function. I was impressed
first by the light weight, as is everyone else I've shown it to so far. One guy in our group was doubting the fact it was actually Reynolds 725, until he
picked it up and rode it over a stretch of cracked pavement. He promptly shut his hipster mouth after that. I even had to take a link out of my chain to fit
the new geometry with the shorter chainstays. My rear tire is now wonderfully sucked up to within 4mm of the seat tube, with about the same clearance
at the rear brake bridge. Instant power transfer. The geometry is racy, but not uncomfortable and my normal 10 mile (each way) commute into downtown
San Antonio (not renowned for its pavement maintenance) was done with ease. The steel is lively and responsive without being twitchy or bouncy. The
integrated headset is very solid and smooth and, though I was sad to give up my beloved Chris King headset, I am really liking the clean look the head
tube has without headset cups. Speaking of clean, the welds, rear drop-outs and flat crowned lugged fork are just that. I know only more miles will tell
the story, but first impressions say a lot and this bike had me at hello. I want to thank you for being one of the few bike dealers who are actually
providing a quality, above average product for an extremely reasonable price. These days I halfway expect to see fixies in the bike section of Wal-Mart,
so to offer this degree of quality, both raw materials and frame detail, for such a bargain price is out of the ordinary to say the least. I have had several
people inquire about it at the local coffee shop and actually write the brand name down, once they actually found the decals, that is. The understatement
of the decals and the excellent paint finish are right at home with my Deep Vs, Campy track cranks, and NJS saddle and bars. Thank you for your prompt
delivery of an exemplary product and I am looking forward to my first thousand miles on it.
David, San Antonio TX
Wabi Classic frame owner
Let me start out by saying I'm no dummy. I did a lot of research and asked a lot of questions before buying your Classic frame. I am pleased to say I
made the right decision. It arrived Thursday morning and from the minute I unwrapped it I knew I was in for a treat. I put it together and by noon I was
tooling around the neighborhood tweaking this and that and trying different component combos to find the best fit, form and function. I was impressed
first by the light weight, as is everyone else I've shown it to so far. One guy in our group was doubting the fact it was actually Reynolds 725, until he
picked it up and rode it over a stretch of cracked pavement. He promptly shut his hipster mouth after that. I even had to take a link out of my chain to fit
the new geometry with the shorter chainstays. My rear tire is now wonderfully sucked up to within 4mm of the seat tube, with about the same clearance
at the rear brake bridge. Instant power transfer. The geometry is racy, but not uncomfortable and my normal 10 mile (each way) commute into downtown
San Antonio (not renowned for its pavement maintenance) was done with ease. The steel is lively and responsive without being twitchy or bouncy. The
integrated headset is very solid and smooth and, though I was sad to give up my beloved Chris King headset, I am really liking the clean look the head
tube has without headset cups. Speaking of clean, the welds, rear drop-outs and flat crowned lugged fork are just that. I know only more miles will tell
the story, but first impressions say a lot and this bike had me at hello. I want to thank you for being one of the few bike dealers who are actually
providing a quality, above average product for an extremely reasonable price. These days I halfway expect to see fixies in the bike section of Wal-Mart,
so to offer this degree of quality, both raw materials and frame detail, for such a bargain price is out of the ordinary to say the least. I have had several
people inquire about it at the local coffee shop and actually write the brand name down, once they actually found the decals, that is. The understatement
of the decals and the excellent paint finish are right at home with my Deep Vs, Campy track cranks, and NJS saddle and bars. Thank you for your prompt
delivery of an exemplary product and I am looking forward to my first thousand miles on it.
David, San Antonio TX
Wabi Classic frame owner
Got the new ride and i Love it!! the steel is so smooth. My riding roads are kinda bad, not the worst, but this frame smooths it like bondo. I have to
admit, I was worried about component spes @ the price i paid, but i am completely satisfied. I weigh 215 lbs and as stronger type rider i was worried
also about flexiness of the frame and wheels. One week of hillclimbs, sprints and maybe a couple curb jumps later and the wheels are true. I am very
happy with my purchase, and i will ride this frame till it rusts away. Thank you very much for your service, and i will be a future customer as well.
Greg, NC
Wabi Classic owner
admit, I was worried about component spes @ the price i paid, but i am completely satisfied. I weigh 215 lbs and as stronger type rider i was worried
also about flexiness of the frame and wheels. One week of hillclimbs, sprints and maybe a couple curb jumps later and the wheels are true. I am very
happy with my purchase, and i will ride this frame till it rusts away. Thank you very much for your service, and i will be a future customer as well.
Greg, NC
Wabi Classic owner
"Love riding it. What am I going to do with my Merlin?"
Seth, NJ
Wabi Classic owner
Seth, NJ
Wabi Classic owner
"I got out today and put in some saddle time on the Wabi Classic and all I can say is WOW. The feel and performance of the bike was fantastic, smooth
and precise steering, great pedal response and the frame and fork absorbed vibration along the rougher sections of the road as well as some of the
most expensive steel frame-sets. I love steel myself and all I can say is Richard you got it right with the Classic. I felt like a kid all over again on this
single speed and it added a delight to the ride today that just plain made me happy, so thank you again for having a product that makes you glad you
spent the money every time you ride it down the road."
Bill, CA
Wabi Classic owner
and precise steering, great pedal response and the frame and fork absorbed vibration along the rougher sections of the road as well as some of the
most expensive steel frame-sets. I love steel myself and all I can say is Richard you got it right with the Classic. I felt like a kid all over again on this
single speed and it added a delight to the ride today that just plain made me happy, so thank you again for having a product that makes you glad you
spent the money every time you ride it down the road."
Bill, CA
Wabi Classic owner
"The Classic blows the Langster away in ride and fit and finish Hee Hee!!!"
Bill, CA
Wabi Classic owner
Bill, CA
Wabi Classic owner
"The bike is a truly solid ride. You really got it right. I took it for a 20 mile spin last Sunday and it was rather impressive. Not to mention a few comments
that I've received. Some guy even took pictures of the bike in Brooklyn."
Roman, NYC
Wabi Classic owner
that I've received. Some guy even took pictures of the bike in Brooklyn."
Roman, NYC
Wabi Classic owner
"Hi Richard, the bike arrived today in perfect order and after a quick trip to the bike shop I got to ride it around town for a bit. The guys at the shop were
really impressed with the build quality, component selection, and overall look and feel of the bike, as was I of course, but after riding it around town, I
was more than impressed, I was simply stunned. I was having so much fun riding it up and down the streets here, and this bike certainly had people
turning their heads! Everything about the bike is perfect, the fit is great and it's incredibly responsive. I love it.
Thanks once again, you were a real pleasure to do business with. Now I'm off to class for another round on the classic...I can't wait!"
Michael, WI
Wabi Classic owner
really impressed with the build quality, component selection, and overall look and feel of the bike, as was I of course, but after riding it around town, I
was more than impressed, I was simply stunned. I was having so much fun riding it up and down the streets here, and this bike certainly had people
turning their heads! Everything about the bike is perfect, the fit is great and it's incredibly responsive. I love it.
Thanks once again, you were a real pleasure to do business with. Now I'm off to class for another round on the classic...I can't wait!"
Michael, WI
Wabi Classic owner
"I've had the Wabi Classic for a couple of months now, and I can tell you that I absolutely love this bike. It has allowed me to get in the best physical
condition I've been in 30 years. My everyday 20 mile loop has a 2000 feet elevation change, and I can climb like when I was a kid.
All the guys I ride with are impressed by this bike. Some ride 4K miles /year, and say they like the classic look and how this bike rides.
Thank you for making such a great product."
Victor, CA
Wabi Classic owner
condition I've been in 30 years. My everyday 20 mile loop has a 2000 feet elevation change, and I can climb like when I was a kid.
All the guys I ride with are impressed by this bike. Some ride 4K miles /year, and say they like the classic look and how this bike rides.
Thank you for making such a great product."
Victor, CA
Wabi Classic owner
"Just finished my (almost) daily 18 mile ride on the new machine in fixed gear mode. Very nice indeed!
That is the smoothest riding steel frame I have EVER ridden. Coupled with those light wheels/tires, it accellerates like a rocket!"
John, CA
Wabi Classic owner
That is the smoothest riding steel frame I have EVER ridden. Coupled with those light wheels/tires, it accellerates like a rocket!"
John, CA
Wabi Classic owner
"Thanks for getting my new Classic frameset out so quickly. I've had a few weeks now to bond with the frameset and to compare it to my Lightning.
You sure sell some great bikes. The Lightning quickly became my favorite ride when I got it several months ago. The weight, acceleration, and feel of it
were far superior to either of my other aluminum bikes. The weight and acceleration was also superior to my steel bike and the feel/ride was actually
close to it.
I bought the classic to replace my steel bike and one other aluminum bike and was looking forward to comparing it to the Lightning. Now I have two
"keepers". The Classic does ride ever so slightly softer than the Lightning. It just feels comfortable and fast. These are fantastic bikes, all my other
bikes are busy collecting dust now and the big decision every day is, do I take the Classic or the Lightning? Thanks for the bikes and the great service
Richard."
Gary, AZ
Wabi Classic and Lightning owner
You sure sell some great bikes. The Lightning quickly became my favorite ride when I got it several months ago. The weight, acceleration, and feel of it
were far superior to either of my other aluminum bikes. The weight and acceleration was also superior to my steel bike and the feel/ride was actually
close to it.
I bought the classic to replace my steel bike and one other aluminum bike and was looking forward to comparing it to the Lightning. Now I have two
"keepers". The Classic does ride ever so slightly softer than the Lightning. It just feels comfortable and fast. These are fantastic bikes, all my other
bikes are busy collecting dust now and the big decision every day is, do I take the Classic or the Lightning? Thanks for the bikes and the great service
Richard."
Gary, AZ
Wabi Classic and Lightning owner
"Richard, thanks again for the incredible customer service. I took my time putting multiple coats of frame saver on, and built it up thursday after school,
and finally got to take my wabi classic on a ride today and I loved it. What a fantastic ride!
I also got lots of complements on my route from other cyclists and a few asked where they could get one, so hopefully you'll be getting some orders
from the Durham area.
I'll send photos of my build once I make a few more aesthetic tweaks.
Thanks again for putting out an incredible product at a fantastic price. This is my dream bike."
Matt, NC
Wabi Classic owner
and finally got to take my wabi classic on a ride today and I loved it. What a fantastic ride!
I also got lots of complements on my route from other cyclists and a few asked where they could get one, so hopefully you'll be getting some orders
from the Durham area.
I'll send photos of my build once I make a few more aesthetic tweaks.
Thanks again for putting out an incredible product at a fantastic price. This is my dream bike."
Matt, NC
Wabi Classic owner
"Hi Richard
The Wabi Classic arrived in time as promised. I brought it to my local bike guy who had it ready the same day ($25).
Since then I put the bike through its paces and I can honestly say that it is the best bike I have ridden. The size is perfect and I feel very natural and
connected to the bike. If someone looks for the feeling of man and machines becoming one unit, this bike is hard to beat. I tested a lot of bikes (steel,
aluminum, carbon, fixie, single speed, road) before deciding on your bike and I’m glad I did. The fit and finish is flawless and people can’t get over how
light it is and then there is the sheer beauty which makes you fall in love with it every time you walk up to it…"
Marc, SC
Wabi Classic owner
The Wabi Classic arrived in time as promised. I brought it to my local bike guy who had it ready the same day ($25).
Since then I put the bike through its paces and I can honestly say that it is the best bike I have ridden. The size is perfect and I feel very natural and
connected to the bike. If someone looks for the feeling of man and machines becoming one unit, this bike is hard to beat. I tested a lot of bikes (steel,
aluminum, carbon, fixie, single speed, road) before deciding on your bike and I’m glad I did. The fit and finish is flawless and people can’t get over how
light it is and then there is the sheer beauty which makes you fall in love with it every time you walk up to it…"
Marc, SC
Wabi Classic owner
"I'm amazed at the sweet ride quality of the Wabi Classic I've purchased. My first fixed gear and I'm hooked. This bike rides better than my 3500
dollar carbon road bike. The fit, finish, color, comfort, performance etc. has exceeded my expectations. What a great bike!! Thanks Richard"
Russell, FL
Wabi Classic owner
dollar carbon road bike. The fit, finish, color, comfort, performance etc. has exceeded my expectations. What a great bike!! Thanks Richard"
Russell, FL
Wabi Classic owner
Hey Richard,
Quick note. Thoroughly enjoyed my initial 'group training' ride experience on the Wabi yesterday. (30 miles, 1.5 hrs) I was able to easily keep pace
with the group (only one other on a fixie), and led up all of the climbs. Though I fell back on the one significant descent, I was easily able to catch
back on once the road leveled out. I felt completely 'at home' on the bike, and the fit seems spot on - I will not be making any significant changes to
the build (tires soon maybe) or fit set up which I am a bit surprised by (happily so). I would describe the ride quality as spirited, yet smooth as butter.
Oh, and really, really, really glad I went with your suggested 55 cm frame set.
Comments from the group were glowingly positive. That from a group of riders that are for the most part riding custom LandSharks (carbon) and
DeSalvos (steel, ti) and very high end Treks, Felts, Specialized etc. Could have sold the bike (and may have customers coming your way) at least two,
if not 3 times! Best comments: "Its so clean and simple, very classy"; "Love the color, and the chrome bits"; "Nice lines, really like the FSA headset";
and best of all "It reminds me of a mint-condition late 50's VW Bug - so perfect, so beautiful."; "Scott, the way you're riding today, I can tell you really
love that bike!"
Scott, OR
Wabi Classic owner
Quick note. Thoroughly enjoyed my initial 'group training' ride experience on the Wabi yesterday. (30 miles, 1.5 hrs) I was able to easily keep pace
with the group (only one other on a fixie), and led up all of the climbs. Though I fell back on the one significant descent, I was easily able to catch
back on once the road leveled out. I felt completely 'at home' on the bike, and the fit seems spot on - I will not be making any significant changes to
the build (tires soon maybe) or fit set up which I am a bit surprised by (happily so). I would describe the ride quality as spirited, yet smooth as butter.
Oh, and really, really, really glad I went with your suggested 55 cm frame set.
Comments from the group were glowingly positive. That from a group of riders that are for the most part riding custom LandSharks (carbon) and
DeSalvos (steel, ti) and very high end Treks, Felts, Specialized etc. Could have sold the bike (and may have customers coming your way) at least two,
if not 3 times! Best comments: "Its so clean and simple, very classy"; "Love the color, and the chrome bits"; "Nice lines, really like the FSA headset";
and best of all "It reminds me of a mint-condition late 50's VW Bug - so perfect, so beautiful."; "Scott, the way you're riding today, I can tell you really
love that bike!"
Scott, OR
Wabi Classic owner
Merchant Ratings reviews from Wabi customers
I'm proud of the level of customer service that Wabi Cycles gives its customers, so it's nice to also see that it's appreciated with positive customer
feedback to Yahoo's Merchant Ratings surveys.
I'm proud of the level of customer service that Wabi Cycles gives its customers, so it's nice to also see that it's appreciated with positive customer
feedback to Yahoo's Merchant Ratings surveys.
Customer testimonials and product reviews of the Wabi Classic bike
Customer testimonials
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"Richard,
I've had my new Wabi Classic for a little over a week and I'm extremely pleased with the bike. The ride quality is fantastic. I have the bike set up as
a bit of a cruiser with 42t x 18t freewheel and 175 mm cranks as you supplied, plus flat handlebars, 90 mm x 125 degree stem, and Tektro FL750
brake levers in lieu of the standard drop bar arrangement.
The Wabi is perfect for the kind of riding I do and I could not be happier with the bike."
Paul, CA
Wabi Classic owner
I've had my new Wabi Classic for a little over a week and I'm extremely pleased with the bike. The ride quality is fantastic. I have the bike set up as
a bit of a cruiser with 42t x 18t freewheel and 175 mm cranks as you supplied, plus flat handlebars, 90 mm x 125 degree stem, and Tektro FL750
brake levers in lieu of the standard drop bar arrangement.
The Wabi is perfect for the kind of riding I do and I could not be happier with the bike."
Paul, CA
Wabi Classic owner
"Here I have for almost 3 months that I ride our Wabi. It's a excellent, amazing, super bike!!! An more than all it's like I can feel it when I ride it! Like
it's a extension of my body. Super!!"
Dimitris, Greece
Wabi Classic (custom painted) customer
it's a extension of my body. Super!!"
Dimitris, Greece
Wabi Classic (custom painted) customer
"Hi Richard,
I purchased a Classic a couple months ago and just wanted to let you know how much I've been enjoying it. The bike has been surprisingly more fun
to ride than my previous road bike. And I rode my Classic in the Austin Urban Assault Ride this past weekend and took 1st place.
Thanks for building such a great bike."
Peyton, TX
Wabi Classic owner
I purchased a Classic a couple months ago and just wanted to let you know how much I've been enjoying it. The bike has been surprisingly more fun
to ride than my previous road bike. And I rode my Classic in the Austin Urban Assault Ride this past weekend and took 1st place.
Thanks for building such a great bike."
Peyton, TX
Wabi Classic owner
"The bike rides great. Nice and smooth over some rough patches. I can see I'm going to have a lot of fun with the Wabi! The Colnago may be
hanging in the garage for quite a while!"
Michael, TX
Classic owner
hanging in the garage for quite a while!"
Michael, TX
Classic owner
Just want to confirm that I received my bike and I am stoked. It was a pleasure to receive a perfectly tuned bike, it took ten minutes to put it
together and it was absolutely good to go. Took it for a ride today and it rides noticeably faster and dampens vibration better than my old bike, I
also love the clean lines and retro look. I appreciate the great service, your solid advice and first rate product, this bike and I are going to have
some great times together!
Sam, TN
Classic owner
together and it was absolutely good to go. Took it for a ride today and it rides noticeably faster and dampens vibration better than my old bike, I
also love the clean lines and retro look. I appreciate the great service, your solid advice and first rate product, this bike and I are going to have
some great times together!
Sam, TN
Classic owner
Richard,
I have been meaning to email you for some time, and I finally thought I would get around to it.
You have a fan-freaking-tastic product. The frame is light, strong, and supremely comfortable. I have some high end components on it- thomson
stem, miche crankset, campagnolo bottom bracket, dura ace hubs, a brooks saddle; and your frame is the highlight of my setup. I have been
cycling way more than normal, and I am enjoying myself thoroughly, all thanks to the geometry of the frame.
Thanks so much for doing what you do- I have recommended your frameset to people at work, and the bike shops whom I visit telling them that
you provide ultimate quality for the price, and the discerning gentleman at Slough's Bikes next to where I live appreciated the craftsmanship :-)
Thanks a lot again,
Andrew, CA
Classic owner
I have been meaning to email you for some time, and I finally thought I would get around to it.
You have a fan-freaking-tastic product. The frame is light, strong, and supremely comfortable. I have some high end components on it- thomson
stem, miche crankset, campagnolo bottom bracket, dura ace hubs, a brooks saddle; and your frame is the highlight of my setup. I have been
cycling way more than normal, and I am enjoying myself thoroughly, all thanks to the geometry of the frame.
Thanks so much for doing what you do- I have recommended your frameset to people at work, and the bike shops whom I visit telling them that
you provide ultimate quality for the price, and the discerning gentleman at Slough's Bikes next to where I live appreciated the craftsmanship :-)
Thanks a lot again,
Andrew, CA
Classic owner
