Fairlight’s Strael 4.0 Gets Lighter, Stronger, and More Versatile
Fairlight's Strael 4.0 drops 280g while gaining 39mm tire clearance, updated geometry, and a redesigned Reynolds 853 frame for all-road versatility.
Fairlight has completely reengineered the Strael 4.0, making it the lightest Strael ever while pushing it further into all-road capability. With a redesigned Reynolds 853 Road DZB tubing, a new Anraed 4.0 fork, and 39mm tire clearance, the bike sheds 280g compared to its predecessor while maintaining strength and compliance.
The Strael 4.0 also features refined 3D-printed cable guides, updated dropouts for all drivetrain types, and minor geometry tweaks for improved handling. Framesets start at £1245 ($1245 in the US), with complete builds from £2175 ($2175 in the US, taxes/shipping excluded).
Specifications
- Weight Savings: 280g lighter than Strael 3.0 (Size 54R)
- Tire Clearance: 700x39mm (ISO standard 4mm clearance)
- Frame Material: Reynolds 853 Road DZB tubing
- Fork: Anraed 4.0 with improved compliance and 140/160mm flat mount
- Dropouts: Fairlight x Bentley Mk3, adaptable for mechanical, Di2, or AXS gearing
- Cable Management: 3D-printed down tube and bottom bracket guides for cleaner routing
- Geometry Updates: +1mm chainstay length (419mm), +4mm BB drop
- Sizes & Colors: 10 sizes (R & T geometry), available in Stealth, Ochre, and Monochrome
- Pricing (UK, inc. VAT): Frameset £1499, builds from £2599
- Pricing (US, excl. taxes/shipping): Frameset $1245, builds from $2175
Strael 4.0 Road Bike - Fairlight Cycles
Our flagship model, the bike that started it all, ridden to two victories of the Transcontinental Race. The Strael is our four season road bike.
