This is SO sexy. But $3500 for the frame only. Ouch.
https://www.singletracks.com/blog/mtb-gear/wooden-29er-renovo-can-built-21lbs/
https://www.singletracks.com/blog/mtb-gear/wooden-29er-renovo-can-built-21lbs/
"In developing the BadAsh mountain bike, Renovo found that adding carbon reinforcement inside the frame resulted in the right combo of stiffness for handling and pedaling efficiency with overall comfort."I'm thinking "wrap that in carbon fiber!". Make a true composite bike frame. Without fancy molds.
I have too many other projects...
Eric
"In developing the BadAsh mountain bike, Renovo found that adding carbon reinforcement inside the frame resulted in the right combo of stiffness for handling and pedaling efficiency with overall comfort."
"(size large) weighs 21lbs., with smaller sizes dipping as low as 20.3lbs. The company keeps the frame light by milling the inside of the frame to accommodate the carbon fiber reinforcement, which leave the frame largely hollow just like a traditional bike."