Interview: Rachel Atherton and Ben Farmer on the Development of Atherton Bikes from Prototype to Production

It has been more than a year since Atherton Bikes burst onto the scene with their additive manufactured bikes and now they finally have 2 platforms they’re ready to sell. They have today announced the first batch of 50 frames with a choice between the downhill bike the team has been racing on the World Cup circuit this year and a 150mm travel, 29er enduro bike.

We caught up with the brand’s CEO, Ben Farmer, and Rachel Atherton to discuss the unique development of these bikes and their plans for the future of the brand.

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