NBD Wabi Classic
#101
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Wheels took about 6 weeks but this was back in June 2020 at the height of the shortage due to COVID. Other times I’ve ordered wheels it took about 2 weeks. Same as Universal cycles. Expect UC throws in a spare spoke of each length and the wheel comes taped for free.
#102
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Beautiful bike you got there.
Wheels took about 6 weeks but this was back in June 2020 at the height of the shortage due to COVID. Other times I’ve ordered wheels it took about 2 weeks. Same as Universal cycles. Expect UC throws in a spare spoke of each length and the wheel comes taped for free.
Wheels took about 6 weeks but this was back in June 2020 at the height of the shortage due to COVID. Other times I’ve ordered wheels it took about 2 weeks. Same as Universal cycles. Expect UC throws in a spare spoke of each length and the wheel comes taped for free.
#103
Hi All! Been itching to pull the trigger on the Wabi Thunder! Watched a couple of YT reviews and I'm stocked. Just a worried about being dinged high import duties and taxes(Canada). But what are your thoughts?
Been looking for something bombproof and can handle everything I can throw at it including fenders, racks and even child carriers to take my son out for trail rides!
Thank you and happy riding!
Been looking for something bombproof and can handle everything I can throw at it including fenders, racks and even child carriers to take my son out for trail rides!
Thank you and happy riding!
#104
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Hi All! Been itching to pull the trigger on the Wabi Thunder! Watched a couple of YT reviews and I'm stocked. Just a worried about being dinged high import duties and taxes(Canada). But what are your thoughts?
Been looking for something bombproof and can handle everything I can throw at it including fenders, racks and even child carriers to take my son out for trail rides!
Thank you and happy riding!
Been looking for something bombproof and can handle everything I can throw at it including fenders, racks and even child carriers to take my son out for trail rides!
Thank you and happy riding!
Last edited by jay4usc; 05-24-21 at 11:01 AM.
#105
Both will cost me around the same $$. But head to head considering build quality, geometry and spec wise, Wabi all the way no?
#106
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Thanks looking to finalize it soon! You def hit it, I was debating between the Wabi and the AC Super Pro. The AC is available at my LBS where Wabi needs to be shipped so it's a tough toss-up.
Both will cost me around the same $$. But head to head considering build quality, geometry and spec wise, Wabi all the way no?
Both will cost me around the same $$. But head to head considering build quality, geometry and spec wise, Wabi all the way no?
#107
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Thanks looking to finalize it soon! You def hit it, I was debating between the Wabi and the AC Super Pro. The AC is available at my LBS where Wabi needs to be shipped so it's a tough toss-up.
Both will cost me around the same $$. But head to head considering build quality, geometry and spec wise, Wabi all the way no?
Both will cost me around the same $$. But head to head considering build quality, geometry and spec wise, Wabi all the way no?
You mentioned throwing a kid's seat on, I think he has a video on that. If you go with the Wabi, you won't regret it. It's a much more classic, nicer bike than All City. I have nothing against AC, I also have a Nature Boy set up for winter/wet riding. I only bought it because it comes in my size. If I had the option of a Wabi Thunder, I'd have bought that instead.
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#109
Did you also recommend upgrading the rims/tires? I know it comes with the standard Kenda tires which seems fine but looking for something decently fast on the road and have no problems on occasional plowing through gravel. Thanks!
#110
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definitely upgrade the tires. Kenda you get with the bike sucks. Maybe Gravel King tires? All depends on type of road you will be riding.
#111
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And of course, if you get the Wabi, we want pictures!
#112
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One recommendation when you order your bike is to also order a set of extra wheel bolts and a seat binder. These are very inexpensive must have extra set laying around because your LBS won't have these in stock if you ever need them.
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#113
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definitely the tires like jay4usc said. The rims are actually some of the nicest stock rims that come on a bike. I having the 650c 20/24h rims on one of my Classics and they've held up with no problems, curb hopping and hitting potholes. I would assume Wabi's 32h CX wheels are just as, if not more durable.
And of course, if you get the Wabi, we want pictures!
And of course, if you get the Wabi, we want pictures!
#114
definitely the tires like jay4usc said. The rims are actually some of the nicest stock rims that come on a bike. I having the 650c 20/24h rims on one of my Classics and they've held up with no problems, curb hopping and hitting potholes. I would assume Wabi's 32h CX wheels are just as, if not more durable.
And of course, if you get the Wabi, we want pictures!
And of course, if you get the Wabi, we want pictures!
#115
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FYI. Their next shipment of Specials is supposed to come in early June and it's first come first serve. They said it's a small shipment so if somebody wants one they ought to check their website every day. The copper color looks nice. They won't have Classics and Lightnings until late summer at least.
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#116
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The only negative thing with the wabi wheels sold with the Classic is that they are very narrow. Inner width is 12.6mm and outer width 18.2mm. Wheel builder and Velomine on sell wheels that are 17.5 inner and 23.5 outer which mirrors the wheel sets sold with the Wabi Thunder. I’m running 28 gators and they are measuring in at 25mm with these wheels.
I also highly recommend that tire. Super smooth ride and they're very light.
#117
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From what I have read those tires actually run wide. If you put those on wider rims they measure 29-30mm
#118
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The only negative thing with the wabi wheels sold with the Classic is that they are very narrow. Inner width is 12.6mm and outer width 18.2mm. Wheel builder and Velomine on sell wheels that are 17.5 inner and 23.5 outer which mirrors the wheel sets sold with the Wabi Thunder. I’m running 28 gators and they are measuring in at 25mm with these wheels.
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