Balance Bike Flax Kit with Resins

100% natural materials — bamboo and flax, no carbon fibre, beautifully sustainable.

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£66.00

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1x Headtube

1x Seatsleeve

1x Set of Bamboo

1x Metre of Flax

1x Pair of Dropouts

1x Permabond Tacking Glues

1x Epoxy Bio Resin

Geometry & Sizing

Not sure which size? Send us your height and inside leg measurement — we'll recommend the perfect fit.

Email: hello@bamboobicycleclub.org

What's Included

5 heat-treated Moso bamboo tubes (pre-shaped)
Flax fibre wrap + two-part epoxy resin
Plywood alignment jig for precise geometry
CNC machined headtube, BB shell (BSA 68mm) & dropouts
15+ hours of step-by-step video tutorials
Community access — 4,000+ builders worldwide

Build Time: 10–15 Hours

A simpler build — perfect for a first project or building with older children.

Prep: 1–2 hrs · Jig & tubes: 2–3 hrs · Bonding: 3–5 hrs · Curing: 24 hrs · Finishing: 2–3 hrs

Durability & Strength

Lifespan: 8–12 years with proper care

Tensile strength: ~28,000 PSI — comparable to mild steel

Failure rate: Under 1% across 4,000+ builds

Bamboo naturally absorbs road vibration better than metal, giving you a smoother, more comfortable ride. Tested with Swansea University.

Shipping & Customs

Ships to 36+ countries worldwide.

UK: £12, 5+ working days

EU & International: Confirmed at checkout

Full tracking on all orders. We ship twice a week from our London workshop.

Help & Support

You're not alone in this build.

15+ hours of video tutorials
Active builder community (4,000+ members)
Comprehensive build guides
Direct support from James and the team

95% of our builders have zero prior experience.

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Bamboo Tube Set

5 heat-treated Moso bamboo tubes, pre-shaped and ready to build

Flax Fibre & Epoxy

Flax fibre wrap with two-part epoxy resin — fully natural jointing

Alignment Jig

Plywood jig — ensures your frame is straight and true

Metal Components

CNC machined headtube, BB shell (BSA 68mm), and dropouts

Video Tutorials

15+ hours of step-by-step guidance on YouTube

Builder Community

Join 4,000+ builders for support, tips, and inspiration

★★★★★

"The flax finish is gorgeous — every time I look at it I smile. And I built it myself."

Balance Flax Builder — Home kit build

1–2 hours

Unbox & Prepare

Inventory all parts, watch the intro tutorials.

2–3 hours

Jig Setup & Tube Prep

Assemble jig, set geometry, prepare bamboo tubes.

3–5 hours

Flax Wrapping

Join tubes with epoxy and wrap with flax fibre. Natural and beautiful.

24 hours

Curing

Let the epoxy cure at room temperature. Maximum strength.

2–3 hours

Finish & Fit

Sand smooth, seal bamboo, install headset and BB.

Common Questions

Do I need special tools?

No power tools required. Basic hand tools: hacksaw, files, sandpaper, measuring tape, and a work surface. Everything else is in the kit.

What if I make a mistake?

Most mistakes are fixable. Epoxy can be sanded and re-applied. Bamboo is forgiving. If you're stuck, our community has seen every problem — someone will have the answer within hours.

What else do I need to complete the bike?

Fork, wheels, groupset, handlebars, saddle, and finishing components. We offer component packs with everything included, or source parts from any bike shop.

How strong is a bamboo frame?

~28,000 PSI tensile strength — comparable to mild steel, but lighter. Under 1% failure rate across 4,000+ builds since 2012. Tested with Swansea University.