Thinking of an entry level bike for the wife. Just curious if anybody has had any experience with the airborne sabre? Thanks for any input in regards to quality and sizing.
Does anybody (BigDaddy) know what the stand over height is for the 15" Sabre, I'm thinking about getting one for my gf.
I tried googling but, didnt have any luck.
We don't publish stand-over heights like a lot of other manufacturers as it isn't the most important component of fit. But, on the 15" Sabre it is around 29 inches.
Please Note: I no longer work for Airborne. If you have an Airborne question or problem please contact them directly.
We don't publish stand-over heights like a lot of other manufacturers as it isn't the most important component of fit. But, on the 15" Sabre it is around 29 inches.
I had the same question a couple weeks back. I emailed Airborne and called support to make sure I got the size right. Both times, I was told the 15" Sabre has a stand-over height of 27 inches.
Also, I realize stand-over is not the most important component of fit. But seeing as how Airborne is an internet-only company with no demo bikes or shops, it would certainly be easier if ALL measurements of the bikes were published.
Thanks for the response, and stand over height isn't the deciding factor for me personally. But for my 4'11" and 26" inseam lady friend its kind of important. She rides one of my old bikes, with similar geometry to the Sabre because its comfortable to her while moving, but the top tube is an issues, when we come to stop, and start up again, or when she tries to get on and off the bike.
i just place a order for the sabre, i cant wait till it get here. Anybody know where the bikes are shipped from?
Thanks! We ship bikes out of our warehouse in Carson, CA (located near Long Beach). We normally ship bikes out within 2 working days of receipt of an order except during times of peak volume. Last week was a huge shipping week for us so we ran later than hoped on a few orders but this week we are fairly caught up.
Jeremy
Please Note: I no longer work for Airborne. If you have an Airborne question or problem please contact them directly.
Thanks! We ship bikes out of our warehouse in Carson, CA (located near Long Beach). We normally ship bikes out within 2 working days of receipt of an order except during times of peak volume. Last week was a huge shipping week for us so we ran later than hoped on a few orders but this week we are fairly caught up.
Jeremy
awesome, im also located in California, so it shouldn't it been that long to have the bike delivered to my home my home
when the box arrived, it didnt look beat up at all, it looks like it been handle nicely. However after working at UPS, ive seen how packages are handle but the bike was package really good where it cant be scratch or damage. The bike came about 85% assemble, had to install the handle bars, front wheel, seat post, stem, and little tuning the brakes and derailleurs.
OP, did you end up getting this for your wife? my girlfriend is interested in mountain biking as well and I am considering getting this for her as an entry level bike. Nothing too technical, but she would be doing some beginner level trails without too many climbs.
She's 5ft 2in (not too sure about her inseam), but I'm afraid the 15" frame could potentially be too big for her? She actually got on my 16" guardian and was able to ride it but had a little difficulty getting off unless she slanted my bike a little bit.
Hopefully the 15" sabre could be a potential bike for her since Airborne has it back in stock now!
when the box arrived, it didnt look beat up at all, it looks like it been handle nicely. However after working at UPS, ive seen how packages are handle but the bike was package really good where it cant be scratch or damage. The bike came about 85% assemble, had to install the handle bars, front wheel, seat post, stem, and little tuning the brakes and derailleurs.
Nice bike, dizwikedcbr! What pedals did you go with?
when the box arrived, it didnt look beat up at all, it looks like it been handle nicely. However after working at UPS, ive seen how packages are handle but the bike was package really good where it cant be scratch or damage. The bike came about 85% assemble, had to install the handle bars, front wheel, seat post, stem, and little tuning the brakes and derailleurs.
Like most bike companies, we don't like to publish weights, especially on value-priced bikes that may have more variance in component weights. That being said, the 17" Sabre on display in our office weighs 30.5lbs, which isn't bad for its pricepoint.
Jeremy
Please Note: I no longer work for Airborne. If you have an Airborne question or problem please contact them directly.
just got my girlfriend a sabre, she is 5,2 so i got the 15in. out of the box looks very nice, cant argue with the price. 249$ at my door! put some new bars and shorter stem on it, i couldn't stand those goofy looking bars it comes with. new grips and pedals. i was wanting to put a bash guard on it but the chain rings do not come apart. after i assembled the bike i started shifting it and the rear derailleur jammed in the spokes. after looking at it the hanger was bent causing this, i took the bike to my lbs and they got it all working properly. no feed back from the girlfriend on it yet waiting till Christmas. so far i am happy with my purchase! i will re post with pics and feedback!
14 would be perfect, but this 15.5 will due for sure! i dont think i will ever powder again tho, it has turned into a big pain in the butt lol. we hadnt had much time to ride it yet due to bad weather
got it put back together with raceface sniper grips, new shimano crankset, bbg bashguard and vp pedals. new decals coming later for it. i will take a picture of it outside and then you will be able to see the colors pop out
I hate to bring bad news, but Airborne is stating on their site that they are out of stock on the 15 inch Sabre with no plans to make more.
That's correct, we are out of small Sabre's and Skyhawk's.
I know, went to order the 15" for my wife and found out the bad news. Hopefully they replace it soon.
I'm sorry about that. The sub-$400 26" bike category is something we are moving away from for the future so we aren't going to be making more of them as we run out. Hopefully you can still find something nice for your wife from someone else.
Jeremy
Please Note: I no longer work for Airborne. If you have an Airborne question or problem please contact them directly.
That's correct, we are out of small Sabre's and Skyhawk's.
I'm sorry about that. The sub-$400 26" bike category is something we are moving away from for the future so we aren't going to be making more of them as we run out. Hopefully you can still find something nice for your wife from someone else.
Jeremy
Is Airborne abandoning the low end or are you guys just planning 29ers (or just 1 29er) to replace them?
That's correct, we are out of small Sabre's and Skyhawk's.
I'm sorry about that. The sub-$400 26" bike category is something we are moving away from for the future so we aren't going to be making more of them as we run out. Hopefully you can still find something nice for your wife from someone else.
Jeremy
You wouldn't have any 15" Sabre's hiding in the back...possibly a demo or something to get rid of would you??!!
my other option i was thinking before i got the sabre was a specialized p street 1. look into them they are nice bikes and they have the same sizes as the airborne sabre. little more expensive but thats cause components. i picked the sabre over it because the sabre was 5 pounds less.
my other option i was thinking before i got the sabre was a specialized p street 1. look into them they are nice bikes and they have the same sizes as the airborne sabre. little more expensive but thats cause components. i picked the sabre over it because the sabre was 5 pounds less.
Thanks for the tip! Nice looking bike that I had never seen before. I'm still depressed about the Sabre as I had already told the wife I was buying it for her. I think it's going to be Craigslist time...
i got a deal on these that i couldn't pass up. i dont think this is an entry level bike anymore lol. stans flow rims already setup tubeless, reba fork, and i got an external bottom bracket but im not sure if i want to spend the money to put it on or not yet. what you guys think?
thanks, do you think they are to small? i have some larger ones i was maybe thinkin of putting on the downtube. but i put these on first and i think they look decent
I think they look just right. Looks like it came that way from the factory and they don't look too small.
I like the newer style logos better than what's on my green Goblin and have considered doing exactly what you did. Paint or powder coat the frame white and do the newer style stickers.
I think they look just right. Looks like it came that way from the factory and they don't look too small.
I like the newer style logos better than what's on my green Goblin and have considered doing exactly what you did. Paint or powder coat the frame white and do the newer style stickers.
When you do, get with me and I'll send you the art file for the new decal style.
not finished yet but heres a recent pic
That looks great!
Please Note: I no longer work for Airborne. If you have an Airborne question or problem please contact them directly.
Purchased a Sabre for my wife on a bit of a whim today. She's been wanting to get out there with me on some lighter trails given that it's hard for her to keep up with my usual pace on my road/fixed bikes consistently. This will probably work out a bit better for us riding together and for $249 to my door, even sight unseen yet, it's worth a shot. She's definitely excited.
How is everyone's Sabres holding up seeing as how they've been in people's hands for a bit now?
I've taken mine out half a dozen times or so. So far so good. First few rides my chain kept slipping off sprocket during climbs, but that's probably because I'm the one who put it all together haha
Hey all, new to the site and mountain biking altogether but last night I ordered a sabre for my girlfriend. Very excited to receive it and get it assembled for her. I was going to pick up a wingman for myself but in the end decided to go a different route.
I bought the sabre a while back and was impressed with the quality. It can easily upgraded to hang with the higher end bikes. Hopefully I will still be able to get a derailleur hanger when they quit making it.
The RD hanger shouldn't be an issue with any of our Airborne bikes, even if (heaven-forbid!) we were to go out of business. I've made a point to keep the guys at derailleurhanger.com in the loop regarding models and their respective hangers. All of them can be found here:
liking the green, that green remind me of the kawasaki lime green. what kind of wheels did you upgrade to? from all the parts you upgrade, it not a entry level bike anymore
Thanks...The only original parts left on the bike are the crankset and bottom bracket.
For the drive train I have a 9 speed cassette and derailleur installed. I'm running the original crankset , middle ring only, until I find a new one. Just need to find a single chainring with a bash guard that wont break the bank.
Hi guys, im thinking of getting an airborne sabre but all they got now is the 19" frame and im just a 5'-3" frame. would it be good to get the bike, buy a new 15" frame and swap the components? would appreciate your comments on this.
Hi guys, im thinking of getting an airborne sabre but all they got now is the 19" frame and im just a 5'-3" frame. would it be good to get the bike, buy a new 15" frame and swap the components? would appreciate your comments on this.
I wouldn't get the 19 inch. I got it and am 5'8". It is an inch or so too big as far as stand over goes. As far as components go I would not buy the bike just to take of the components
I wouldn't get the 19 inch. I got it and am 5'8". It is an inch or so too big as far as stand over goes. As far as components go I would not buy the bike just to take of the components
thanks jeromjenkins...it just felt sad that now that i have the money, i cant get the size i want...it would have been awesome to strap it to the carrier side by side with my taka.
The Sabre has 68mm of space between the stays where the tire sits, which is approximately 2.7 inches. So in theory a 2.3 inch tire would fit, with .2 inches of clearance on either side.
Hope that helps,
Jeremy
Please Note: I no longer work for Airborne. If you have an Airborne question or problem please contact them directly.
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