GRAVEL & Bikepacking
At OLSEN HQ we have gone back to our 1990's long distance cycling roots to design a Pinion equipped bicycle that spans both Gravel riding and Bikepacking.
Gravel Riding has evolved from its early days of disc brakes on road bikes to a mature adventure racing scene. Every category in cycling is blurring at the edges, so we have taken a fresh look at everything from the mud of UK Cyclo-Cross to the pot-holed fire roads of UK Gravel riding. We have chosen the Pinion drivetrain for one reason. It goes the distance, where other drivetrains suffer. We have now added a Smart.Shift Pinion drop-bar as an option with TRP Brifters (brake/shifters).
Before Gravel, people were making Monster-Cross bikes, adding drop bars to their 29ers. Why 29er tyres and not 700c? You can always run 700c, however when your body is suffering from a gruelling day of riding you will need wider tyres for comfort on the next day. That's why this next generation Lamb makes an ideal Monster Gravel bike for UK Gravel conditions.
TAKING GRAVEL Riding TO THE NEXT LEVEL
The Lamb is ideal for long fast days in the saddle. Long distance riding requires, multiple hand positions. We have designed the Lamb to run a long stem and flat bars or drop bar build with a shorter stem. It has loads of bottle points for luggage, bottles, racks and mudguards. Tyre clearance is 75mm so it will fit 29x2.4” tyres easily with clearance for mud. The Lamb will with a 31.6mm seat tube this bike will fit a dropper post. The Lamb is at home with a Rigid or 50mm suspension fork. Whether you are riding in the Brecon Beacons, Tour Divide or outer Mongolia. Our bikes can fit wider tires than traditional mountain bikes, from 700"x50" to 27.5 x 2.4".
Tiger Titanium Bikepacking Bikes
The TIGER frame is our long distance Cross Country 29er plus frame, making it ideal for Bikepacking. This is ideal for long rides in the Brecon Beacons, Bear Bones or outer Mongolia. The Tiger has a large cockpit and is perfect for tall riders. Fitting up to 29x2.8” tyres the Tiger is a modern twist on an XC bike, for those who want high volume tyres for grip control and comfort. This frame is at home with a Rigid or 120mm suspension fork.
The Tiger has a longer cockpit (than the Swan & Lamb) and is perfect for tall riders. It also fits up to 29x3.0” tyres the Tiger is a modern twist on an XC bike, for those who want high volume tyres for grip control and comfort.
SINGLETRACK & TRAIL BIKES
There is a reason why our Swan & Ram Trail bikes are so popular... they are FUN! Our trail concept was to have a design that works with 2 tyre formats... Plus sized 27.5x3.0" tyres for grip and 29x2.6" for speed.
The Swan is a Trail bike ideal for days out in Wales or Scotland Trail Centres. It has a low top tube to protect your crown jewels or nether regions, when you are throwing it off things. It is a good climber and descender, making it perfect for riding in the Peaks and wild trails. The Swan was designed around the dropper post and both 27.5x3.0” or 29x2.8” tyres. It comes with 29” wheels as standard, but just ask if you want 27.5" wheels.
The RAM is similar to the SWAN, however it is designed for bigger 150mm travel forks and fits 148mm Boost hubs... This frame has the same versatility, fitting 2 tyre sizes 27.5+ and 29x2.8". This frame has Enduro or Trail geometry with 66deg head angle, long low top tube, dropper seatpost (geometry) and Rocker Split Dropouts for belt drive.
Wow, excellent first spin of the SWAN-Pinion at local Bent Creek.... Carves and flow drops felt like natural after thoughts.
Absolutely stoked with the performance. Everything performed flawlessly and it handles extremely well. Seems very chuckable too...
Everything held up exceptionally well under very very tough conditions. We were flogging up and down on single track as well as gravel roads with fully loaded bikpacking setup’s. It handled the conditions beautifully...
No Congestion: Low running costs: No parking
e-cargo bikes
CargoN e-Velo have been developing the best "Front Load" Cargo Bikes for several reasons. Front loaders look like they are difficult to ride, however they are not. The advantages are very apparent. Front Loaders allow the load to be lower and more stable than a "Rear Loaders". Front loaders are safer for families and dog owners - allowing the rider to see their precious cargo.
At CargoN e-Velo HQ we developed a front load e-Cargo Bike with "Hub Steering" and a "modular" frame structure that separates for storage and transportation. Our front load design shows innovation, resolving storage issues and load safety.
- Hub Steering - by removing the fork & steerer, CargoN have a shorter wheelbase, giving a modern distinctive look.
- CargoN has the lowest Cargo Bike front platform able to tilt 40deg.
- 20" (BMX format) wheels allow for lowest stand over and shortest wheelbase (under 2m).
- Modular design allows for several frame sizes, a choice in wheel sizes (20 or 26inch) and several cargo deck lengths, 400, 600 & 1m long.
