Are Lynskey bikes any good?

The Lynskey is beautiful, and is just as nice as any bike made by Moots or any other Ti bike manufactured currently. The welds are perfect, and on the par with those of any other Ti builder.

Where are Lynskey bikes made?

Chattanooga, Tennessee
Lynskey Performance Designs LLC is a titanium bicycle designer and manufacturing company based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, founded and currently operated by the Lynskey family, who began building titanium bicycles in 1984. The family founded the company Litespeed Titanium, which they sold in 1999.

Are Lynskey frames made in USA?

When we think of America’s titanium heritage, two names come quickly to mind—Litespeed and Lynskey. Both brands have remained in the same Tennessee community, and continue to chase new inroads with titanium frames while still wearing the “made in USA” badge proudly.

Does Lynskey make Sage bikes?

Sage Cycles are still designed and QC’d in Portland, and are now handmade by the fine craftsman at Lynskey. Both the Skyline road bike, and Sage’s PDXCX frames have undergone some changes for the 2015 model.

When did Lynskey leave Litespeed?

Designed, fabricated, and marketed by the Lynskey family in Chattanooga, TN. The LITESPEED Company grew for the following 13 years and in 1999 after much deliberation the family decided to sell. Mr. Bill Lynskey (Dad) had passed in 1997 which was a tremendous loss to the family and the Company.

Is Litespeed a good bike brand?

The Litespeed is a bike that I really enjoyed riding and grew to love as our adventures increased. It’d make an excellent commuter and lightweight touring machine for the way it just gets on with the job but – and it’s the only but – it is a bit expensive for what is on offer.

What are the advantages of titanium bikes?

It has unparalleled strength to weight ratio, is twice as strong as aluminium with half the weight of steel. A titanium frame is a forever frame. Titanium is robust, impact resistant, fatigue tolerant, has no paint to chip or mark and will never corrode.

Are titanium road bikes good?

Lighter than steel and stronger than aluminium, titanium has long been considered one of the best – and luxurious – metals for making a bicycle frame. Titanium might give up some weight compared to the best carbon frames, but the ride quality is excellent, with a renowned smoothness over rough ground.

When did Lynskey sell Litespeed?

1999
The Lynskeys created Litespeed in 1986 and later sold the business in 1999.

Are Litespeed bikes made in USA?

We are proud of our product and we’re proud that it’s Made in the USA.” ABG launched production of its Litespeed titanium bike line in Chattanooga 33 years ago and has continued to enhance and expand its line of award-winning road, gravel and mountain bikes.

Are titanium bikes good for racing?

“It manages to be very smooth while still being stiff,” said James Ralson, editor of Australian cycling magazine La Velocita, adding that titanium can reduce fatigue during long rides or defiant sprints down gravely stretches. “For me, nothing meets all the demands [like] titanium.”

Where are Litespeed carbon bikes made?

Tennessee
Litespeed is a U.S. bicycle manufacturer founded in 1986 in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Litespeed makes titanium and carbon fiber frame road racing bicycles and mountain bikes.