BESPOKED, Europe’s Largest Handmade Bicycle Show, Set for Its Biggest Edition Yet in Dresden, 18-20 October 2024

Dresden | Sept 26, 2024 – Featuring over 130 exhibitors, the weekend will showcase handmade bicycles and e-bikes from every niche and discipline, along with handcrafted cycling accessories and components.

Long established in the UK as Europe’s premier handmade bicycle exhibition, BESPOKED offers visitors the chance to meet and speak with some of the world’s most innovative frame builders. More than just a show for handmade bicycles, BESPOKED caters to both seasoned enthusiasts and those simply curious about beautiful machines and original design.

In addition to the hand-built bikes on display, the weekend will feature a full line-up of talks, industry awards, group rides, and culinary delights.

This year’s programme includes:

• Over 130 of the world’s finest handmade bicycle, accessory, and component manufacturers
• The BESPOKED x SRAM Inclusivity Scholarship
• The prestigious BESPOKED Awards, judged by independent industry professionals
• Talks from leading bicycle designers, riders, and builders sharing their unique perspectives
• A programme of short independent films
• Staurday after-party and gold sprints at Groovestation

Advance tickets are available at www.bespoked.cc/tickets/ with weekend passes priced at €15 and day passes at €12 (children under 16 attend for free). Tickets at the door will be subject to availability and will be an additional €5 compared to the advance price.

• Friday 18th: 16:00 - 22:00
• Saturday 19th: 10:00 - 18:00
• Sunday 20th: 10:00 - 16:00

Wednesday 16th/ Thursday 17th: Saxony Trade & Invest Corp. (WFS – Wirtschaftsförderung Sachsen GmbH) is, once again, organising two days of factory & business tours. Check the agenda here & register here. We had the privilege to attend 2 years ago and can't recommend this trip enough to learn about the bike industry's growing manufacturing & logistics hub in Saxony!

Thursday 17th: an evening a press and exhibitor social ride and mixer at 19:00 with Sour Bikes / Hunt Wheels HQ.

Friday 18th:

• 10:00 – 16:00 – Dedicated press entry
• Press Tour of the show - 12:00
• Press Tour of the show - 14:00

RSVP for press events & accreditation here.

A dedicated press area will be available, equipped with charging stations and supported by our media partners, Crank! Communication and Twotone, ensuring seamless coverage and connectivity throughout the event.

The event will also mark the return of the SRAM x BESPOKED Inclusivity Scholarship.

The scholarship winners are:

• Good Grief

• King Fabrications

• Memento Cycles
• Significant Other Bikes

More photos from the winning scholars can be found [here].

This year’s event is hosted with support from SRAM, Schwalbe, 3x3 HUBS, Tune, Brooks, Cycling Saxony, Reynolds, Pinion, gates, Hunt Wheels, Sour Bicycles, Condor Cycles, Eurobike, Universal Transmissions and Dynaplug with additional support from Qvist and media partners Crank! Communication and Twotone.

BESPOKED was created to highlight the work of independent builders and manufacturers who represent the cutting edge of the cycling industry. As a hub for innovation, experimental design, and exceptional craftsmanship, the exhibition celebrates the rich culture of handmade bicycles while promoting diversity and inclusivity within the cycling community.