Bespoked UK 2026 Dispatch #01: Jaegher, Sturdy, and No-Ni
A quick introduction before we dive in.
Every bike show feels like its own kind of adventure, a few intense days stitched together with hangouts, after-parties, too many drinks, and some pretty brutal wake-ups. The situation, as I described it in my previous article on Bespoked: Bespoked: It’s About the People, hasn’t really changed. It’s still hard not to feel the immense pressure, especially with other media outlets doing such a crushing job at these events.
But once again, we’re going to do it the SSS way.
This time, I shot the entire event digitally. Not by choice, I just don’t have a working film camera with me right now… Yes, it’s a real problem, but also an opportunity to learn how to shoot bikes in a slightly different way.
As always, a big thank you to Bespoked for putting together such an incredible weekend and to all the builders making the effort to come out and share their work. And finally, thank you to everyone who came up to chat and share kind words about Slow Spin Society, it genuinely means a lot.
Jeagher Typhoon FL.X
Detailed Parts List
Frameset
Jeagher Typhoon FL.X
Cane Creek Invert Fork
Goupset Sram Rival XPLR
Crank
Cane Creek eeWings
Seatpost and Saddle
ENVE seatpost and Fizik Argo saddle
Stem and Handlebar
Cane Creek HCR Stem, and ENVE Gravel IN-Route 460mm Drops
Wheels
Scope R4 G with Schwalbe G1 overland Pro 55mm
Grant was at the Schwalbe booth with this absolutely stunning Jaegher Typhoon FL.X, fitted with G-One Overland tires in a 55 mm width and the new “Pro” casing. Schwalbe makes a point of supporting framebuilders every year, and this time they’ve chosen Jaegher out of Belgium.
Grant explained that, beyond the framebuilding scene itself, what they really want to highlight is the artistry, the details, and the incredible paintwork behind each frame. This build is a perfect example, featuring a custom-painted Cane Creek Invert fork that pairs beautifully with the new Cane Creek HCR stem and headset, designed for internal routing.
Sturdy Cilla
Detailed Parts List
Frameset
Sturdy Cilla
Goupset Sram Force Axs
Crank
Sturdy Machined Ti Crankset, with Sturdy Ti 1X Chainring
Seatpost and Saddle
Sturdy Ti Seatpost, Fizik Argo
Stem and Handlebar
Sturdy one-piece integrated handlebar
Wheels
Sturdy Gravel Wheelset
Next up was Ed from Tailfin, who helped me shoot Charlie’s Sturdy Cilla for this Albion × Tailfin collaboration. The concept is simple but thoughtful: the team at Albion gathered end-of-life pieces,returns, samples, or items no longer suitable for sale, and gave them a second life.
At the Tailfin workshop, they worked with the available panels and colors, figuring out what could be repurposed while preserving some of the original textile features, like external zip pockets or the stretch pockets from the back of bibs and jerseys. The result is a series of bags that feel both functional and unique, each with its own story.
This build showcases what Sturdy does best, paired with a beautiful Tailfin carbon arch and cargo pack, a 2.2L long top-tube pack, and a custom-sized full-frame bag.
No-Ni Custom Stainless Lugs, Carbon Tubes
Frameset
No-Ni Custom Stainless lugs, carbon tubes
Goupset Shimano GRX with 10-51 Cassette
Crank
Garbaruk crankset and 40T Oval Chainring
Seatpost and Saddle
On One dropper post, Selle Italia 3D
Stem and Handlebar
Zipp Cockpit
Wheels
Hi-Fi Wheelset with Schwalbe G1 RS Pro 50mm
Kevin from Glasgow launched No-Ni last year at Bespoked in Manchester. This time, he showed up with three bikes, but this one particularly caught my attention. The entire chainstay and bottom bracket cluster are 3D-printed, giving him a high level of control over the frame’s riding characteristics.
The result is a frame that feels both stiff and incredibly light, with some sections of the chainstays as thin as 0.6 mm. After more than seven months spent in CAD development, this bike, Kevin’s personal frame, finally brings to life a concept he’s had in mind for over a decade. Partially possible thanks to the accessibility of stainless steel 3D printing that was clearly out of his scope a decade ago. With clearance for 2.2” tires, Kevin plans to take this rig on multi-day bikepacking trips and continue pushing its limits.
🎫: Bespoked UK 2026
💾: Leica SL
📍: Peckham
