This project started with a simple but exciting idea that I’m determined to bring to life: creating a rideable bicycle built from a combination of 3D-printed lugs and bamboo veneer tubes. While bamboo bikes and 3D-printed parts have both been explored separately, the particular way I envision combining them — with modern CAD workflows, in-house 3D printing, and modular concepts — is something unique.
The core concept is straightforward: use Moso veneer bamboo tubes as lightweight, sustainable frame members, and connect them with custom-designed PA12CF lugs. Everything will be developed in-house, from the CAD models to the actual physical build, with the ultimate goal of riding a finished bike that is not only functional but also a showcase of hybrid design thinking. Beyond the frame, I want to explore how far 3D printing can go in cycling: dropouts, accessories, even parts like racks or integrated joints.
This project is not just about building a bike — it’s about building a platform for experimentation, storytelling, and open collaboration.
Vision
OpenFrame.cc is about sustainable, modular bicycles that merge natural and high-tech materials. By joining Moso veneer bamboo tubes with 3D-printed carbon-fiber-reinforced nylon lugs (PA12CF), the project creates a frame that balances tradition and innovation.
The long-term vision is to make bicycle design accessible, customizable, and partially open-source, inviting makers, cyclists, and eco-conscious riders to engage at multiple levels — from digital files to complete bikes.
