Wilde Components Arrived
Wilde Bikes by Jeffrey G. Frane
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Known as the founder of All-City Cycles, Jeff is a true bike geek who has spent his entire life immersed in the world of bicycles.
You can get a glimpse of that side of him on his Instagram…
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In fact, it’s safe to say his love for bicycles are overflowing, or even gushing out.
With a passion for everything from classic bikes to modern models, this cycling enthusiast designs bikes with a keen eye for detail and a refined aesthetic sense.
He is one of the key figures in the scene, taking the nuances of classic bikes and infusing them into modern designs to elevate the genre to the next level.
Supertramp (S)
The Rambler, a gravel road bike, and the Supertramp, a dirt touring bike, are staple models in our lineup.
There are few bikes on the market that resemble the Supertramp, and seeing Jeff ride it so often really shows just how much he cares about this model.
With its gently curved top tube and segmented fork, you might expect the laid-back feel typical of a touring bike, but the sensation of surging forward when you pedal is what really sets the Supertramp apart, it defies its appearance in the best possible way and leaves a lasting impression.
We’ve just received handlebars that are the perfect match for the Supertramp.
This Buckaroo bar is a Made in USA handlebar created in collaboration with the legendary BMX company S&M.
(In the past, they also collaborated on the BMX-style Cardinal Bar, which caused quite a sensation.)
With a large backsweep and wide profile, it offers the perfect balance for a solid, stable ride.
The moderate flex inherent to chromoly construction reduces physical strain even during long rides, and the wide profile ensures stable handling—even on bikes with thick tires—so you won’t be thrown off balance by the tires.
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The bars are perfect for a bike like the Supertramp, which combines touring capabilities with chunky tires, so they could also be a great match for models like the Bridge Club from Surly or the Scapegoat from Crust.
It should also work well as a cruising bike for riders with a larger build, so if you’ve ever been unable to find a bar that fits your frame, this might just be the handlebar you’ve been waiting for.
Since the handlebar clamp is set to 22.2mm, using in the Paragon Machine Works handlebar shims, creates a seamless, perfect fit with 31.8mm stems, a tried-and-true combination, as well as with the THOMSON X4 and Paul Components BOXCAR stems.
For those of you who still use the classic 25.4mm clamp stem, which is still a staple at Blue Lug, we also offer a custom-made handlebar shim by Paragon, so check that out if you need a shim. This shim is designed with a wider physical width to ensure compatibility with any stem.
Four colors are available for these bars. The brown looks so good!
Another new bar, the Bullwinkle Bar, are also here.
This bullmoose-style bar, created by TOM RITCHEY, who Jeff deeply admires and who has helped shape the values of the scene is reimagined through the Wilde lens.
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The signature triangle is more compact than the original,
and the “bend” angle, a key design element for this bar, has been reworked to suit modern bikes. His deep respect for Tom Ritchey is evident throughout the product.
Personally, this headset really made me go, “Whoa, no way!”
It’s a collaboration with CANE CREEK, a long-established component manufacturer.
This 1-1/8″ headset takes its name from the “110-year warranty.”
It’s a standard size that works with a wide range of slim-headtube chromoly frames, including those from SURLY.
Two years ago, it caused quite a stir in the scene when they reissued the classic 110 in the two-nut style, a size that’s becoming increasingly rare among today’s higher-end models.
It’s truly impressive that they chose this collaboration as the opportunity to bring back purple, the iconic color of old dirt bikes.
The lower cup features a small WILDE logo, but they say, “If the logo doesn’t match the bike’s vibe, just move it all the way to the back!”
It’s worth noting that the standard 110 model features the line’s design and the “110” logo on both the top and bottom, so it’s really impressive that they’ve opted for a plain design in this custom order, deliberately toning down their own brand’s presence.
While standard 110 models typically use high-grade stainless steel bearings,
it’s worth noting that they’ve deliberately opted for lower-grade bearings to make the product more accessible to everyone.
(Aren’t they being a little too thorough?)
As a side note, I personally love the fact that the pressure anchors have three staggered prongs.
We also got Ti bottle cages.
Available in two colors: a brown anodized finish, a somewhat rare choice for bottle cages, and the “RAW” finish, which features a sandblasted natural metal color.
To make it easier to resolve the often-tight spacing issues between bottle cages and frame bags or front derailleurs that are common on modern bikes, the mounting holes are elongated vertically, allowing the bottle cage to slide up and down slightly, a thoughtful touch that really hits the mark.
We’ve also received new design patches and stickers.
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These were designed by Brett Stenson.
It appears he also rides the “Dream Engine,” one of the models in Wilde’s handmade frames.
(Nagaoka-sn from Blue Lug barbershop, HUB rides the same model.)
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As a frame manufacturer and, of course, a parts manufacturer, Wilde never skips a beat when it comes to crafting stylish soft goods. We’ll definitely be keeping a close eye on Wilde, or rather Jeff.
And please check the interview with Jeff. It really shows just how deep his love for bicycles. I have nothing but respect for him.
That’s all for today, thanks for reading.
– Isshu
