Ride Nature Crafted by Hand
Handcrafted bamboo bicycles from Mexico City. Each frame is built to your measurements. Experience the smoothest ride on Earth.
Find Your Perfect Ride
Each bike is handcrafted to your measurements. Starting at $999.
Texcoco Gravel
Conquer any terrain with our versatile gravel bike. From city streets to dirt trails, the Texcoco delivers speed and comfort.
Ajusco MTB R29
Dominate the trails with our full-suspension mountain bike. Built for adventure, designed for durability.
Durango Hybrid
The perfect city companion. Comfortable, stylish, and ready for your daily commute or weekend adventures.
Loma Road
Pure speed meets natural comfort. Our road bike delivers race-ready performance with bamboo's signature smoothness.
Merced Cargo
Carry everything you need. Our cargo bike combines utility with the unmatched comfort of bamboo.
Coatepec MINI CARGO
Get to the gym, then work, on your way back home get the groceries and forget the back sweat.
Bicinino BALANCE BIKE
The lightest way for little ones to learn balance and confidence on two wheels.
Chamaco BMX R20
Built for the park, the streets, and the dirt jumps. Tough, responsive, and ready for air.
Chapultepec
A classic city cruiser, perfect for a relaxed ride through the park or to your local café.
Colima LONG TAIL
Haul groceries, gear, or even a friend. The extended rear end provides massive carrying capacity.
Insurgentes SINGLE SPEED
Minimalist, lightweight, and low-maintenance. The ultimate flat-city commuter.
Jamaica CARGO
A front-loader cargo bike designed to carry heavy loads with stable and predictable handling.
Nayarit TANDEM
Double the fun, double the power. A bamboo tandem for unforgettable rides with a partner.
Tulum BEACH CRUISER
Laid-back geometry and a relaxed riding position for soaking in the sun and sea breeze.
Why Bamboo is the Future of Cycling
For thousands of years, bamboo has been revered for its strength, flexibility, and sustainability. Now, we're bringing this miracle material to the world of cycling.
More Vibration Absorption
Than carbon fiber frames. Experience the smoothest ride, even on rough terrain.
Stronger Than Steel
In compression strength. Bamboo handles 1,000 kg/cm² vs steel's 500 kg/cm².
Faster Growth
Than hardwood trees. Bamboo reaches maturity in just 3-5 years.
More Oxygen Production
Than equivalent trees. One bamboo plant can absorb 2 tons of CO₂ in 7 years.
The clear choice for the planet
Bamboo + Carbon
- No heat / welding
- Machete‑cut bamboo
- Bees wax finish
- Stores 9 kg CO₂
Aluminium
- Heat treatment
- Welding required
- Mining impact
- 379 kg CO₂e
Full Carbon
- Oven / autoclave
- Petroleum‑based
- Energy‑intensive
- ~330 kg CO₂e
The Perfect Trifecta
Three premium features. One exceptional ride.
Selected Bamboo
We hand-select each bamboo pole for optimal strength, straightness, and grain pattern. Every piece is treated and cured for maximum durability.
- 28,000 PSI tensile strength
- Naturally vibration-dampening
- Sustainably harvested
50K Carbon Fiber
Our high-performance carbon fiber features 50,000 filaments per strand, creating joints that are stronger than steel & aluminum.
- 50,000 filaments per strand
- Aerospace-grade quality
- Precision-wrapped joints
Shimano Drivetrain
We assemble with Shimano components, the world's most trusted cycling component manufacturer, for smooth, reliable shifting and braking.
- Road & MTB options
- 8, 10, 11 or 12-speed setups
- Road, Coaster Brake, Vbrake, Mechanical & Hydraulic disc brakes available
Aubrey Garner
"Absolutely amazing experience taking the DIY workshop. Diego and his team at Bamboo Cycles are helpful, patient, knowledgable, and fun! I am so proud of my bamboo bike and so happy for the experience."
2 years with her bike
Emilio DBF
"Excellent service, attention, and of course I'm happy because the frame is light and original, created and assembled by me in the workshop. Thank you very much, Diego!"
Built his bike in workshop
Adrien Baron
"I am very happy with my longtail bike, which I have been using for over four months. The bike is a work of art in itself! In my opinion, it is the best means of transportation for getting around Mexico City quickly and freely. The Bamboocycles team is very professional, responsive, and friendly. You can go there with your eyes closed!"
DIY Workshop Graduate
J Tens
"Happy US customer here! I’m in the northeast US and was skeptical about ordering due to potential customs holds or late hidden shipping/customs fees from carriers. I ended up ordering a medium Ajusco frame and fork. Total time from placing the order until it arrived on my doorstep was about 2 months which I don’t think is bad at all. Any custom frame built out of any material takes time to process and build. Shipping time was about 7 business days. There were no holds or last minute hidden fees once it shipped. The quality of the frame and fork looks amazing. It’s really a piece of art. It seems very sturdy and well constructed. I have not added components yet so I can’t comment on the ride but hey I’m happy even just looking at it for now. Another plus is their communication. Any questions or concerns I had, Diego got back to me right away. I highly recommend the crew at Bamboocycles. Great job! Thanks again!"
Customer from USAAward‑Winning Design
BID_12 Winner
Best Industrial Design Chapter México
di_mad Central de Diseño & Spanish MinistryQuorum 10
Best Transportation Design
Racer bicycle awarded by design expertsMicrobac Certified
150,000 Stress Cycles Passed
US Industry Standard Frame CertificationBuild Your Own Bamboo Bike
Join our weekend DIY workshops and experience the satisfaction of crafting your own bicycle frame with expert guidance.
3-Day Workshop
Friday evening through Sunday afternoon
Traveling Workshop
Mexico City, Montreal, Cincinnati, Buenos Aires and more
Small Groups
Maximum 7 participants per workshop
No Experience Needed
We teach you everything from start to finish
Chapultepec Bike Tour
Discover Mexico City's most beautiful park on two wheels. Ride a Bamboocycles through one of the largest urban parks in the world.
Tour Highlights:
- Visit Park sections 1 & 2
- Lake views & Ecology Museum
- Botanical garden
- Voladores de Papantla
Bike purchase discount: Get USD$100 off any bike(1) when you book a tour!
From Mexico City to the World
In 2007, Diego Cárdenas had a vision: to create bicycles that combined ancient wisdom with modern engineering. Today, Bamboocycles has built over 2,800 bikes and inspired riders across 45+ countries.
What started as an personal experiment in a small Mexico City workshop has grown into a movement. We've taught hundreds of people to build their own frames, won international design awards, and proven that sustainability and performance can coexist.
Every Bamboocycles is more than a bike - it's a statement. A statement that you care about the planet, value craftsmanship, and refuse to compromise on quality.
ID Diego A. Cárdenas Landeros
Founder & Designer
Frequently Asked Questions
Each bike is handcrafted to order. If we have your frame in stock, delivery takes 5 days + shipping. For custom builds, expect 30 days for production + handling + shipping. We'll keep you updated at every step!
Absolutely! Bamboo has a tensile strength of 28,000 PSI – stronger than steel. Our frames are Microbac certified, passing 150,000 stress cycles. We've built over 2,800 bikes with riders worldwide trusting them for daily commutes and epic adventures.
Not at all! Our bamboo undergoes a special treatment process that makes it highly resistant to water and weather. We also apply a protective coating. Many of our customers ride in all conditions – rain, snow, or shine – with no issues.
Yes! For Mexico we offer financing. Contact us for details and we'll help you find the best option.
We offer a 5-year warranty on all frames against manufacturing defects. Components are covered by their respective manufacturers (Shimano, etc.). We also provide lifetime support – if you have any issues, we're here to help!
Yes! We ship worldwide with UPS. Bikes are shipped semi-assembled in protective packaging. We recommend having a professional bike shop complete the assembly. Shipping costs vary by location – contact us for a quote.
Absolutely! Every bike is built to order, so you can choose your size, components, and accessories. We also offer laser engraving to personalize your frame with your name, a quote, or anything up to 20 characters.
Bamboo bikes require the same maintenance as any quality bike – regular chain lubrication, brake checks, and tire pressure. The bamboo frame itself requires bees wax (or wood oil) once a month. We provide a care guide with every purchase.
Still have questions?
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Whether you’re looking for your next bike, want to build one yourself, or explore Mexico City with us – we’re here for you.
