2014 Dawes Lightning Cross
Cyclocross Bikes
(Now Upgraded to Triple Cranks)
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Shimano Sora/2200, 24 Speed CycloCross Bikes
2014 Dawes
Lightning Cross
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CrMo Blade Cross Fork
Compact Crank
Aluminum Frame+Rear Rack mounts
Aluminum Bar, Stem, DA28 Wheels

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Bikes come up to 90 percent assembled. If you don't feel confident working on your bike, we suggest you take it to a local bike shop for final assembly & safety checks. How much Assembly? CLICK HERE for sample assembly instructions and videos CLICK HERE for a special price on the full Video DVD/CD and Folding Mini ToolKit

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Cyclo Cross is Sunday morning bike-race madness. It's all the fun you can stand. Lap after lap around a dirt course you can't entirely ride; You've got to run some of it with your bike on your shoulder. That is what makes the Lightning Cross such a versatile bike - it has to be fast, durable, light and capable in nearly all conditions and THAT makes it the perfect bike for everyday, fast, durable riding in most any condition.

Now upgraded to 24 Speeds, the Shimano Sora/2200 equipped Lightning Cross is the ULTIMATE all purpose Dawes bike for 2014. The frame is made from specially shaped aluminum alloy tubing, custom butted and shaped with an engineered downtube.

CrMo FORK, advanced Straight Blade design, Cross-specific model with a 1.125" steerer
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Truvativ Triple CRANKSET Gives you a very wide gear range to tackle nearly any situation

REAR RACK MOUNTS make this the perfect all purpose commuter or cross-town bike

The components are carefully chosen to withstand the rigors of cyclocross or your daily commute. The TruVativ Cranks are perfectly geared for almost any wicked course or cross-town latte run with 30/42/52T chainrings and sealed bearing bottom bracket.

A Dawes Lightning Cross is an incredibly versatile bicycle. Nearly as effective off-road as a mountain bike and way more fun. Put smooth-tread tires on it and it makes a great road bike. Put lights a rear rack and fenders on it and ride it to and from work or to and from Yellowstone.

WHY IS THE PRICE SO LOW? We sell these directly from Dawes USA's factory warehouse. Factory direct sales means you get prices that are near to wholesale.

If you can only have one bike...Get the Lightning Cross
FACTORY DIRECT PRICING $299 (List $1195)

QTY'S ARE VERY LIMITED - PRICE INCLUDES GROUND TO 48 STATES
Limited quantities - some sizes are available now
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General Size Guide
50cm - 5'4" to 5'6"
52cm - 5'6 to 5'8"
54cm - 5'8" to 5'10"
56cm - 5'10" to 6"
58cm - 6" to 6'2"
60cm - 6'2" to 6'4"
62cm - 6'4" to 6'6"

This is a general guide, please consult the geometry chart.
Sizing is a personal preference, the final choice is up to you.
Between sizes? Size up for higher bars, more casual riding / longer arms/torso.
Size down for lower bars, more aggressive riding; short arms/torso

Main Frame	7005 Aluminum alloy with shaped down tube, Classic HeadTube, Double water bottle mounts
Rear Triangle	SuperCustom butted and tapered 7005 series aluminum forged road dropout with replaceable derailleur hanger REAR RACK BRAZE-ONS
Fork	Dawes Straight-Blade CrMo Cross fork (STEERER 1.125 inch) with front fender mounts
Crankset	TruVativ Touro, TruShift 30/42/52T Chainrings
Bottom Bracket	TH sealed bearing
Pedals	Traditional Toe Clip and Strap as shown
Front Derailleur	Shimano 2200 FD2200
Rear Derailleur	Shimano Sora 3400SS
Shifters	Shimano 2200 8-speed (24 gears total)
Cassette/Freewheel	Shimano HG50 8-speed, 12-25T
Chain	KMC Z-72 8 Speed
Front Hub	Formula Aluminum rubber contact sealed bearing
Rear Hub	Formula Aluminum rubber contact sealed bearing
Spokes	32fr/32rr, 14g Stainless, Front is Radial Laced
Rims	Alex DA28 w/CNC Sidewalls 6061 T6 Aluminum
Tires	Kenda Kwicker Cross, 700 x 30c or 32c (NoChoice) + presta tubes
Brake Set	Tektro Oryx 992AG Cantilever
Brake Levers	Shimano 2200 Brake/Shift STI 8 speed (24 gears total) AND Tektro RL570 Cross Top Levers (brake from the tops of the bars)
Headset	1.125" Threadless w/ Sealed Ball Bearings
Handlebar	Butted Aluminum Road
Stem	Kalloy Threadless +/- 10 degree Aluminum
Tape/Grip	Custom cork wrap
Saddle	UltraLite Racing with Cro-Moly rails
Seat Post	Micro-adjust Aluminum, 27.2
Seat Clamp	Ultralite alloy, 31.8mm, Lazer etched
Sizes	50cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm, 62cm\| Cross Geometry
Colors	Yellow (standard shade of yellow) or GlossBlack More Pics Gallery
Our low price Saves You Hundreds Compare at $1,200 This bike comes up to 90 percent assembled. We suggest you take it to your local bike shop for final assembly & safety checks.

2014 Dawes Lightning Cross Cyclocross Bikes (Now Upgraded to Triple Cranks) Click on bike to view a larger photo

2014 Dawes Lightning Cross
Cyclocross Bikes
(Now Upgraded to Triple Cranks)
Click on bike to view a larger photo