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Otso Waheela C gets early release of new Slate & Gray, all forks move to 12mm thru axle

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If you’ve been shopping for a new bike, then you already know that the increased demand has made things pretty scarce. That’s part of the reason why Otso is releasing the fourth new color of their awesome Waheela C all road / gravel / dropbar MTB a bit early. Originally slated for a 2021 release, the new color is available now – just in time for fall exploring.

Otso Waheela C head tube Otso Waheela C tuning chip

By now, you may be getting familiar with the Otso features, particularly their Tuning Chip dropout system. The three position adjustable dropout alters the chainstay length by up to 20 mm, while it also raises and lowers the BB to compensate for the change in ride height for different tires. At its longest setting, the frame can run up to 29 x 2.1″ tires or 700c x 53mm.

Otso Waheela C fork 12mm

Otso previously shipped each bike with a fork that included a 15mm thru axle. That eventually shifted to riders having the option of choosing either a 15mm or 12mm axle. Now, based on customer feedback and choices, all bikes will only be shipped with a 12mm thru axle. It seems that in the road and gravel world, 12mm has become the preferred standard up front.

Otso Waheela C frameset

 

The frames are constructed using EPS molded carbon fiber and include a number of mounting options, internal cable routing including dropper post compatibility (options for 60mm or 100mm travel in their bike builder), and a 68mm threaded BSA bottom bracket.

Otso Waheela C complete

The Matte Slate / Gray, joins six other colors that are partially available depending on the frame size required. Framesets start at $2,200 and complete bikes start at $3,600, with plenty of spec options available through the custom bike configurator.

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retro_slouch
3 years ago

I just wish they had taller headtubes. Otherwise really, really nice bikes.

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ap
3 years ago

It’s the longer, suspension corrected fork that drives the shorter head tube.

Involuntary Soul
Involuntary Soul
3 years ago

headtube looks good finally a gravel bike with low stack

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