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The Legendary Lightning P-38 -Now with front and rear Avid disc brakes -26×36×48 front gearing with 11–36 10-speed rear cassette provides an incredibly wide gear range -Average riders can climb grades up to 10% No less than legendary The legendary Lightning P-38. With the efficient and unique, patented space type frame that is very stiff in the direction of pedaling forces, but at the same time very light and strong. Unconventional in design, yes. But also, comfort, safety, and speed many times greater than conventional bikes. Experience what thousands of Lightning riders have already discovered, the pure cycling enjoyment and exhilaration of the P-38. The P-38 is Lightning’s flagship bicycle and it’s not hard to see why. Only the P-38 has had nearly 30 years of refinements and record-setting experience to bring it to its current state of development. The P-38 is one of the lightest recumbents made, at just 22–26 pounds (depending on size and components), and only its cousin the R-84 climbs better. If you’re ready for the best, the P-38 is ready for you. Forget what you’ve heard about recumbents not being good climbers. Bicycling magazine dubbed its latest review of the P-38 “A recumbent that can climb!” After about a month of acclimation, a P-38 rider will normally match or exceed his previous performance on an upright. The key is training, as a recumbent uses slightly different muscles than an upright bike, especially during climbing. To see a Lightning climb hills, see the video on our Cyber Test Ride page. Key P-38 design features Each P-38 is custom built to match your size, weight, and color choice giving highest performance and comfort. Race-proven design: has set numerous world distance records with optional F-40 fairing, and numerous speed records with non-production X-2 fairing. Chromoly space frame design for stiffness, strength, and light weight Compact overall size: no larger than a conventional bicycle Standard 700c rear wheel for numerous tire choices Patent-pending Ergofit seat integral to frame for strength Oversized TiG welded stem and handlebars Optional Ergospeed carbon midracer seat The ROX frame upgrade has thicker tubing and a gusset under the seat, plus a very wide fork crown for tires up to 2.5 inches wide. Stock it comes with 2-inch wide Schwalbe Big Apple tires. The rear tire is 26-inch size to clear the seat mesh! Finally for heavier riders we can make the seat frame from steel, as is shown in this picture.

The All New Lightning Phantom II Now standard with the popular lock-down tilt steering adapter! Fun and performance! Experience recumbent bicycle comfort, fun, safety and outstanding performance with the Lightning Phantom! The Phantom combines the record-breaking design geometry and seat of the legendary P-38 with a strong Chromoly monotube construction for the FASTEST recumbent in its class. This includes the perfect weight distribution for unmatched handling and safety which no other recumbent has! The Phantom was designed by experienced engineers using data gained from two decades of top level HPV racing around the world, 20 world records, and feedback from hundreds of Lightning owners. No other recumbent bicycle company has this level of technical expertise and real world experience. Lightning engineers have designed into the Phantom a very comfortable ride, superb stopping and handling characteristics, a high cruising speed, and exceptional durability. The overall performance of the Phantom surpasses all other comparably priced bicycles, and many costing hundreds of dollars more. High-performance and convenience accessories such as a custom-designed fairing, seat bags, panniers and many accessories are available for the Phantom. The Phantom is great for any club, recreational, touring, or commuting cyclist who wants a high performance, fun to ride, and very comfortable bike. It’s perfect for short or long trips, and can race with the best of them. Perhaps the best all-around recumbent on the market, the Phantom may be just what you’re looking for! Increased speed Increased comfort Increased leg stability when stopped Low seat height for less wind resistance, “idiot-proof” braking, increased power, and exhilarating ride! 26? rear wheel for greatest gearing advantage. Frame and fork 100% lightweight multi-gauge chromoly for durability and ride comfort. Two water bottle braze-ons, plus dropout eyelets.