The Radavist PBE 2022 Coverage

This excerpt is from an article by John Watson on The Radavist website; full article can be found here.

Hotsalad Bicycles Titanium Klunker 29er Hardtail: Retrospective

While it’s easy to get drawn into the three-holes that punctuate the double top tube, framebuilder B Vivit’s Expo klunker deserves a much closer look. Built under the banner of Hotsalad Bicycles for SRAM’s Inclusivity Scholarship, …

“…this is a true-to-form modern klunker. “

While that word might mean different things to different folks, we’re defining it here as a balloon tire, flat bar bike with brakes and gears. Coaster brakes are for cruisers, y’all!

… and while these three holes set this frame offering apart from others in the space the frame is constructed immaculately with beautifully stacked welds and a raw frame finish.”

Details like this harken back to the earliest off-road bikes, which is why I thought of the adjective retrospective. Yet, there are some other unique moments found throughout the frame.

B modified these Paragon Machine Works dropouts, which supply the “building blocks” for many builders, reducing excess material vis-a-vis these windows and three holes and referencing the double top tube’s holes. Yet, the detailing on the flaying chain and seat stays were what most caught my eye.

“After shooting (and owning) countless titanium bikes in my lifetime, it’s this kind of innovation and creativity that ensures this retrospective bike will remain a source of inspiration for years to come. Well done, B.”