This Open U.P. build explores the real-world compatibility of SRAM AXS wireless shifters with Shimano’s 12-speed drivetrain. Featuring Carbon-Ti hubs and chainrings, Enve G23 rims, Lightning cranks, and a Cane Creek eeSilk+ seatpost, it balances road-speed gearing with gravel-ready low end. The result is a clean, functional, and truly versatile bike weighing just 15.81 lbs.

Recently we had the chance to build a truly unique ride. A flat bar road bike that checked all the boxes in terms of style and lightness, while also being able to serve its main function as a townie to cruise around town on. Using an Open MIN.D frameset as the starting point, we were able to put something together that does not disappoint.

A lovely green S-Works Aethos, perfect for long rides and climbing picturesque mountain passes. We had the pleasure of building this one up with a Sram Red AXS groupset, and a robust wheelset ready for the long haul. Not a weight weenie build in the least, but absolutely race ready, weighing in at 6.9kg (15.21 lbs)

With a custom frame from Crumpton Cycles, this sweet road bike frame combines the highest quality carbon fiber and almost two decades of master frame building knowledge and experience from Nick Crumpton.