Designing bikes when theres no stock

Published: March 25, 2021, 6:33 p.m.

b'You\\u2019ve heard us talking about the supply issues currently facing the booming cycling industry, so this week we dive into what it\\u2019s like designing bikes when things are in such short supply.\\xa0\\n Our guest this week is Sydney-based materials engineer and bike designer Dave Musgrove, someone who\\u2019s deep in the industry and in touch with the industry\\u2019s Covid-related supply issues.\\xa0From two year lead-times on certain components to slower and more expensive shipping, this conversation details why you may want to hold onto your existing bike for a little longer.\\n Dave Musgrove is the brand manager for Polygon Bikes in North America and Oceania, a consumer-direct bicycle manufacturer sold through\\xa0bikesonline.com.'