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Shaped bamboo chainstay marked 'DS chainstay' on a workbench, with a gravel bike geometry drawing clipped behindBuild story
Build story · 1 min read

Dan's Monster Bamboo Gravel Grinder

Dan's in the workshop building his monster gravel grinder. That dropped chainstay is designed to squeeze in the maximum tyre clearance possible.The technical drawing...

Austin's bamboo cyclocross bike with brown wrapped joints and green bar tape, against a wooden fenceBuild story
Build story · 1 min read

Austin's Bamboo Cyclocross Bike

Home build kit completed by Austin. Cool CX that rides like a dream — his words, and the build backs them up.That neon green...

A rider stands with Tom's loaded bamboo touring bike on a hilltop above forested mountainsAdventure
Adventure · 1 min read

Mountain Touring on Tom's Bamboo Bike

Tom out touring on his handmade bamboo bike. Mountains behind, smile wide, the particular satisfaction of being exactly where you want to be.The Leith...

Close-up of Libby's yellow-painted fork and head tube, decorated with black hand-drawn patterns and letteringAdventure
Adventure · 1 min read

Libby's Painted Bamboo Touring Bike

Finished touring bicycle by Libby. Nice detailing. The raised handlebar helps with comfort; the hand-painted decoration adds soul.'We can make a difference' reads the...