Otso Cycles (USA) – Press Release: Waheela - A suspension corrected drop bar gravel bike that can handle smooth tarmac to rough forest roads. More versatility and value for more miles and more surfaces.

Depending on where, how, and with who you ride, the term "gravel" can mean any number of things. From smooth ribbons of packed dirt to miles of flint to rutted forest road, gravel is what you make it. Otso's Waheela S was designed from the ground up to be the most versatile gravel bike available.

The first suspension-corrected gravel/adventure bike on the market, the Waheela S will handle optimally with both rigid and gravel suspension forks. Thanks to Otso's patent-pending Tuning Chip dropout system and Lithic Hiili carbon fork, the Waheela S can be built with tires ranging from all-road 700Cx28 through road-plus 650Cx53 to a massive trail-ready 700Cx53 (29x2.1). A full complement of rack and fender mounts make the Waheela S a capable fast tourer or commuter while Reynolds 520 tubing provides the ride quality that can only come from 120 years of experience tuning steel tubes.

The Waheela S's progressive gravel geometry borrows a page from the cross-country playbook with increased top tube lengths and shorter stems- maintaining stack and reach while providing a lively 'can-do' attitude on rougher terrain. For those looking to push the limits, Otso has also provided internal routing for dropper seatposts.

Features:

• Suspension-corrected geometry via custom Wolf Tooth headset
• Tire clearance up to 700x53 (29x2.1 mtb tire)
• Patent-pending Tuning Chip dropout system
• Reynolds 520 tubing
• Internal dropper routing
• Electro Deposited coating inside and out for rust protection
• Rack and fender mounts
• Available from Otso dealers or direct from Otso Cycles

Waheela S Pro Specifications:

• Frame: Reynolds 520 with Tuning Chip™ dropout system
• Fork: Fox F32 AX
• Wheels: DT Swiss C1800, 100x15 front and 142x12 rear hub spacing
• Tires: WTB Riddler 37mm or Terrene Elwood 40mm
• Rear Derailleur: SRAM Apex 1 long cage
• Shifters: SRAM Apex 1 HRD shift-brake control
• Brakes: SRAM Apex 1 HRD
• Crankset: SRAM Apex 1
• Bottom Bracket: SRAM GXP english tread
• Headset: Wolf Tooth
• Stem: 6061 aluminum
• Seatpost: KS E30i dropper post 100mm
• Saddle: WTB, custom for Otso
• Handlebar: Lithic Corundum compact drop with 16 degree flare
• Grips: Cork handlebar tape, black
• Cassette: SRAM PG-1130, 11-42T
• Rear Axle: Otso Tuning Chip axle by Wolf Tooth
• Chain: SRAM PC-1110
• MSRP: $3,249
• Upgrades: Lauf Grit +$0

Other Specifications:

• Waheela S Comp
• Waheela S Expert