The All New 2010 Lightning Phantom

Now standard with the popular lock-down tilt steering adaptor and chain tensioner!

Better than ever in 2010 with improved frame, 160mm cranks on small bike, aero seat and wheels.

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!

What our customers say about the Phantom...

Dear Lightning:

I bought a Lightning Phantom about three months ago, and wanted to let you know how much I am enjoying it.
I have rheumatoid arthritis and can no longer ride a conventional bicycle. I attempted to ride my Trek carbon fiber 2300 pro in a century earlier this year. I ended up in tears after just a few miles, and had to cut the ride short.

The Phantom is now my primary transportation, to and from work 3-4 times per week, anywhere from 20-30 miles round trip depending on the route. I have it custom outfitted with components including a seat bag.
I go shopping on my Phantom. I ride through forests, and all over the county. It is a joy to ride, and it is fast. The seat is comfortable.

This is what bike riding is meant to be.  Please pass along my thanks to a great team.
Melanie C. 

More Phantom Comments

NEW Phantom Midracer!

Lightning strikes again with new Midracers!  Utilizing a lightweight, hand laid up carbon seat with an integrated strong, rigid frame attachment, and a cool, ventilated, comfortable, plus aerodynamic seat pad, the Midracer upgrade increases speed on the flats plus gives sleek, modern styling. 

More info here: Midracers

Other Phantom Features:

NEW contoured aero lower seat for:                                                    Wrap around seat mesh is
Increased speed                                                                                      cool, tight, and comfortable.
Increased comfort
Increased leg stability when stopped

Fixed, braced seat mount maximizes                            Boom leg length adjustment is super strong       
power transfer.                                                                  and rigid.  Our exclusive chain tensioner            
                                                                                                automatically takes up the chain slack.

Phantom leaves the competition behind!

Exclusive Phantom features:                      Other Recumbents:

• Safe, balanced 45/55 weight distribution            Unbalanced 30/70 weight distribution

• 26 to 28 pounds                                                         30 to 40 pounds

• Rigid, braced seat mount                                        Flexible sliding seat mount

• Small size with 160mm cranks                               170mm cranks

• 24/28 spoke aero rim wheels                                  36 spoke box rims

• Soft, conforming mesh fabric seat bottom          Hard fiberglass seat bottom

• Full back support with Ergofit curve                    No

• Locking, 60 degree adjustable tilt stem               No

• 75 degree drop handlebars                                     No

• Choice of indexed bar end or twist shifters        No

• Optional aero panniers                                            No

• Optional add-on suspension                                  No

• Optional carbon Midracer seat                               No

Other Key Phantom Features

• Low seat height for less wind resistance, "idiot-proof" braking, increased power, and exhilarating ride!
• Oversize stem with exclusive drop handlebars.
• 26" rear wheel for greatest gearing advantage.
• Frame and fork 100% lightweight multi-gage chromoly for durability and ride comfort.
• Two water bottle braze-ons, plus dropout eyelets.

 Two frame sizes fit most size riders.  The six foot tall rider on the left needs a large size bike!    Small size Phantom is on the right.

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Phantom Specifications

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