Originally Posted by
veganbikes
I would look at Forge + Bond, they are using Fusion Fiber technology which is a forged carbon technology. Essentially no need for the same old layup process, waste or epoxy and resin. So the idea is a stronger rim without extra weight that you can recycle and also can be more comfortable.
This is more info on the Fusion Fiber technology:
https://www.csscomposites.com
Forge + Bond has rims so you can build them with whatever hubs you want.
WOW ! This is the kind of stuff I'm looking forward to !
I'm sure that there'll be a premium to finished product - regardless of any cost differential... But datz da way it goz...
Website talks about them doing OEM stuff, but nothing about selling direct... Would be good to do both, since word of mouth spreads fast in the cycling community...
... CF, is so... 2010's....
If it's that strong and also compliant - could we be looking forward to it's use in things for Drive train , or other things like seatposts, especially the newer shock absorbing types, etc ???
LOL!
Ride On
Yuri