The custom lugs are fully handbuilt by renowned framebuilder Mark Nobilette, who also brazes the tubes.James Huang
The classic-looking front and rear light housings actually contain fully modern (and bright) LED emitters.James Huang
A stem-mounted switch feeds power from the Schmidt front hub dynamo to the lights.James Huang
Paketa’s road frame looks like a standard TIG-welded aluminum rig at first…James Huang
…unlike you realise that it’s made from magnesium.James Huang
The bridgeless chain stays are reinforced with svelte-looking plate gussets top and bottom.James Huang
Both the non-driveside and driveside dropouts are fully replaceable.James Huang
Paketa’s frame repertoire also includes mountain, time trial/triathlon, and even tandem styles.James Huang
Groundupdesigns displayed a number of intriguing track machines at this year’s inaugural Rocky Mountain Bicycle Show.Jonathan Devich/epicimages.us
The pierced top tube is apparently a trademark feature of Groundupdesigns builder Eric Baar.Jonathan Devich/epicimages.us
These are some of the most unique dropouts we’ve seen in some time.Jonathan Devich/epicimages.us
Baar also built the custom steel fork.Jonathan Devich/epicimages.us
120mm OLD spacing is used both front and rear to allow for maximum gearing flexibility. Need a different ratio? Just swap front-to-back.Jonathan Devich/epicimages.us
The unique finish is brushed right into the steel tubing.Jonathan Devich/epicimages.us