No. 22’s latest masterpiece is the world’s first 3D-printed titanium aero bike
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Ladies and gentlemen, fasten your cycling helmets, because No. 22 Bicycle Company has just dropped a bombshell in the world of high-performance road bikes.
Unveiled with all the finesse of a maestro at the MADE Bike Show, this isn’t just another titanium bike; it’s the world’s first fully aero-optimised titanium race machine.
And if that doesn’t make you want to dust off your Lycra and hit the tarmac, then you might want to check your pulse.
The Reactor has always been the sprinter in the No. 22 stable, but this latest iteration is more than just a fresh coat of paint.
It’s a full-blown titanium thoroughbred, engineered to slice through the air like a hot knife through butter – or, in this case, like a titanium blade through…well, air.
No. 22 has taken the art of titanium frame-building to the next level by incorporating 3D printing. This isn’t just any 3D printed frame, mind you; it’s crafted monolithically from Grade 5 titanium powder, a material so strong that it practically laughs in the face of fatigue.
Early tests suggest a 30-40% reduction in drag compared to its sibling, the Aurora. That’s the kind of improvement that could turn an amateur racer into a legend (or at least make them look like one).
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No. 22 isn’t just promising speed, though. They’ve ensured that all this stiffness doesn’t come at the expense of the buttery smooth ride that titanium is famous for, making a strong case for the Reactor Aero as the best road bike you’ll ever ride.
The Reactor Aero has been designed from the inside out to cut through the wind, with CFD simulations and upcoming wind tunnel tests to back up the bold claims.
The seat tube has been significantly slimmed down, evolving into a carbon ISP with a tapered aero design which was a collaborative effort created along with the experts at July Bicycles.
The complete iteration of the Reactor Aero will be processed and assembled locally at the No. 22 facility in upstate New York, permitting strict supervision over every joint, finish, and aspect to guarantee that when it reaches you, it is impeccable in every possible sense.
The newly designed Reactor Aero is set to debut in 2025, yet those at the MADE. show in Portland, Oregon can catch an early glimpse of this cutting-edge design from August 23rd to 25th. For additional details and updates, make sure to visit No. 22 – and try to contain your excitement.
Matt Kollat is a journalist and content creator at T3.com and its magazine, specializing as an Active Editor. His expertise spans across wearables, drones, fitness equipment, nutrition, and outdoor gear. Since joining T3 in 2019, he has been featured in several other publications such as Techradar and Fit&Well. Matt has also worked alongside various content creators like on Garage Gym Reviews and served as a judge for numerous awards, including those by the European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNawards). Outside of his professional pursuits, Matt enjoys workouts, running, cycling, exploring the countryside, and testing new podcasting and content creation tools.
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