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Old 07-08-21, 07:54 PM
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Originally Posted by LarrySellerz
Im just over 6'2 but IDK if a 58 or something bigger would be best
For your height, according to Wabi's size chart, a 58cm would be appropriate. That being said, I'm sure taller Wabi owners can offer their input on what size might fit you best (though bike fitting is very personal). I'm just under 5'2" so I won't be of much help . . .

If you do decide to go the route of Wabi, the folks who work there are extremely helpful and responsive. The bikes are quite nice.
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I'm 6'1" and the 58 fits well. I did replace the stem on the first with a 90mm, and ordered the Thunder with a 100mm. I like a more upright position though.

I have some pictures of the unboxing on my computer. I will upload later. $200 is a little steep as it took me less than an hour to assemble including taking pictures and labeling the protective foam in case I have to ship it again (actually just ocd ).
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Originally Posted by stevel610

My 2nd new Wabi. Not old though. Arrived this last Saturday, built up on Monday. This is a 58cm Thunder.
are your drop bars on your Thunder from Wabi ?
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Old 07-09-21, 06:25 PM
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Also not old😉, 2021 58cm Classic. Has 32c GP5000'S.
. Have you measure those GP500s mounted? Just curious if they actually measure accurately with the stock Wabi wheels.
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Originally Posted by jay4usc
are your drop bars on your Thunder from Wabi ?
Yes, they are the compact drops on both my bikes.
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Old 07-09-21, 07:37 PM
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Originally Posted by jay4usc
. Have you measure those GP500s mounted? Just curious if they actually measure accurately with the stock Wabi wheels.
Sorry, haven't measured them yet. I will if I get a chance tomorrow. I will say they are the largest that will fit. I weigh 238 and keep 70 psi front and 82 psi rear. This is a good balance of comfort and rolling resistance.
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Old 07-09-21, 07:38 PM
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I suppose I should actually post pictures of my two Classics . . . I will soon, although there's a picture of the formerly white-now red bike floating around BF somewhere. Currently stashing my four bikes in my 80 sq. ft bedroom while they repave the lot I usually store them in. Suffice to say, I'm a little cramped for space at the moment.

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I scrounged up a picture of one of my classics that I had posted after it was freshly painted. NYC destroyed the stock Mineral Gray paint after about 8 months so I had it powdercoated red. My other frame is the Rhodium blue color. I do love the new green and blue Classic colorways.

My repainted, powdercoated Wabi Classic

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Old 07-09-21, 07:57 PM
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Originally Posted by bykemike

This bike is running Sram Red brakes, 28 Gatorskins, Titanium BB, Miche Primato Crankset, Thomson carbon seatpost, a mid grade set of Alex Rims on unidentified hubs. Most always my first grab to go riding although I am getting addicted to my Capo lately.
Was looking through the pictures of everybody's pretty Wabi's. Those look exactly like the Origin8 hubs I used to build up my wheelset . . .
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Old 07-09-21, 08:10 PM
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Originally Posted by sdimattia
Was looking through the pictures of everybody's pretty Wabi's. Those look exactly like the Origin8 hubs I used to build up my wheelset . . .
Weren't origin8 formulas?

Beautiful bikes gentlemen! Considering a Keirin Purple! Though last thing I need is another bike, let alone another track bike. 🤦🏾‍♂️
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Old 07-09-21, 08:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Senrab62
Weren't origin8 formulas?

Beautiful bikes gentlemen! Considering a Keirin Purple! Though last thing I need is another bike, let alone another track bike. 🤦🏾‍♂️
I believe so. Not sure if they were Formula first and Origin8 second (or vice versa) but I can only find them under the Origin8 name these days.

You may not "need" another bike but n+1 is always a thing, no?
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Finally got my Wabi Thunder today, after a month's wait.. man first impression it rides like a dream!
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Old 07-09-21, 08:20 PM
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Originally Posted by sdimattia
I suppose I should actually post pictures of my two Classics . . . I will soon, although there's a picture of the formerly white-now red bike floating around BF somewhere. Currently stashing my four bikes in my 80 sq. ft bedroom while they repave the lot I usually store them in. Suffice to say, I'm a little cramped for space at the moment.

***EDIT***
I scrounged up a picture of one of my classics that I had posted after it was freshly painted. NYC destroyed the stock Mineral Gray paint after about 8 months so I had it powdercoated red. My other frame is the Rhodium blue color. I do love the new green and blue Classic colorways.

My repainted, powdercoated Wabi Classic
My gawd this paint job red is fire!!
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Old 07-09-21, 08:37 PM
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Originally Posted by baristabaker
Finally got my Wabi Thunder today, after a month's wait.. man first impression it rides like a dream!
We want pictures! Glad you're loving your Wabi.
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Old 07-09-21, 09:01 PM
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well 1 more post needed after this lol
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Originally Posted by sdimattia
I suppose I should actually post pictures of my two Classics . . . I will soon, although there's a picture of the formerly white-now red bike floating around BF somewhere. Currently stashing my four bikes in my 80 sq. ft bedroom while they repave the lot I usually store them in. Suffice to say, I'm a little cramped for space at the moment.

***EDIT***
I scrounged up a picture of one of my classics that I had posted after it was freshly painted. NYC destroyed the stock Mineral Gray paint after about 8 months so I had it powdercoated red. My other frame is the Rhodium blue color. I do love the new green and blue Classic colorways.

My repainted, powdercoated Wabi Classic
What other upgrades did you have on your bike after getting it?
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Old 07-09-21, 09:10 PM
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Here she is in liquid grey, Thunder right off the box

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Originally Posted by stevel610

Those are directional tires, and they are facing the wrong way. You need to reverse the wheels, at least in the front.
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Originally Posted by baristabaker
What other upgrades did you have on your bike after getting it?
That is a gorgeous bike you got there! Love that color.

Upgrades
Seatpost: Ritchey Comp
Brakes: Ultegra
Pedals: Shimano PD-EH500/ PD-M540
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Paint (obviously).
Chain: KMC z8.3

Otherwise, everything else (except brake cables I think) are stock.

I upgraded the seatpost because it kept slipping on the stock one bolt post and every time I'd hit a hole, the seat would tilt upwards at a very uncomfortable angle. Anybody else have/had this issue?

I bought a new wheelset right before I got hit by a car back in June 2020. Still have to true the stock wheels that were on there at the time. I'm running the stock wheelset on my other blue Classic and it's awesome.

So far the powder coat still looks brand new, even after crashing (again) at 25mph. If you're looking for a well priced, great powdercoat in NYC, check out Espo's in Staten Island.
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Originally Posted by stevel610
Yes, they are the compact drops on both my bikes.
You may know since you already have a Wabi, but the Reynolds tubing decal is supposed to be inside the box somewhere. It's easy to miss it and throw it away for someone who doesn't know. Same for baristabaker
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Nice and clean. 60cm? How tall are you? Im thinking about getting a 60cm and curious how the fit would be for me at 6’6” with 36” inseam.
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Nice and clean. 60cm? How tall are you? Im thinking about getting a 60cm and curious how the fit would be for me at 6’6” with 36” inseam.
Thanks.. it's a 58cm, and I'm 6'2"
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Originally Posted by Lazyass
You may know since you already have a Wabi, but the Reynolds tubing decal is supposed to be inside the box somewhere. It's easy to miss it and throw it away for someone who doesn't know. Same for baristabaker
Yeah, they came in the plastic bag with the warranty card. They have since been placed on both bikes, though thanks for the heads up!
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Originally Posted by TejanoTrackie
Those are directional tires, and they are facing the wrong way. You need to reverse the wheels, at least in the the front.
Thanks. Bike comes on the freewheel side, as shown I had switched it to Fixed. I put the front on with the same orientation for uniformity.
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Originally Posted by jay4usc
. Have you measure those GP500s mounted? Just curious if they actually measure accurately with the stock Wabi wheels.
I just measured them (700x32 GP5000's). Front runs 29 wide by 28 high at 70psi. Rear runs just a hair under 30 wide by 28 high at 80psi. This is after 600 miles.
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