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Road Bike by Frank

Outstanding, amazing and surprising. Went out with a big smile and couldn't believe how good the frame is on the road.

Frank's bamboo road bike with black lugs and tan-wall tyres, against iron railings below a carved stone crest
Frank's bamboo road bike with black lugs and tan-wall tyres, against iron railings below a carved stone crest

What made you decide to build a bamboo bike?

The idea to build a frame from wood is just amazing. Environment friendly and a natural source are a big point as well.

Did you enjoy building the bicycle from scratch and would you recommend the experience?

Yes I did and I would recommend it to everyone who likes cycling.

What did you find most difficult about your bike build?

To build the Road Bike easy wasn't difficult at all.

What was the easiest part of the build?

To glue it

How would you describe the ride of your finished bike?

Outstanding, amazing and surprising. Went out with a big smile and couldn't believe how good the frame is on the road.

What would you improve about the build experience or your finished bike?

Nothing
Frank's road frame on a full-size drawing, with black lugs, taped tubes and straps in wooden jig pieces

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