Jesse James
A bicycle is more than just a form of transportation. It’s a great way to get some exercise while getting a unique perspective of the world around you. Mosaic Cycles are known for crafting unique and functional bicycles, and they are back at it once again. Mosaic Cycles returns with the new RS-1 bicycle, blending cycling’s oldest frame material with 21st-century tubing technology. This new bike comes created as a thoroughly modern road bike with the classic look and signature ride feel of high-performance steel tubing.
Even in today’s age of F1-inspired carbon and aerospace titanium tech, riders still speak of the ride of steel. This devotion to the lively ride of a handmade steel frame is the reason Mosaic Cycles developed the new RS-1 series. Aaron Barcheck, Mosaic Cycles founder and lead frame builder at Mosaic spoke about steel frame bikes. He stated: “Have a really solid steel road bike in our line-up really completes the models we offer.” He went on to add “We’ve brought our own Mosaic perspective to the steel road bike; all the things you’d want out of a modern bike with the timeless ride qualities of a premium steel frameset.”
The RS-1 is available in both classic rim-brake and modern disc-brake configurations. Both bikes share the same Columbus Spirit HSS tubing with an elegant tapered head tube and reliable threaded bottom bracket. For classic road bike fans, details like “star” cable port/bottle boss reinforcements, braze-on front derailleur mount and integrated derailleur hanger are a nice touch. The bike also features a responsive and composed ride thanks to a combination of custom geometry and custom tube set.
The RS-1 and RS-1d bikes arrive six weeks from the order date, a time unmatched in the handbuilt bike world. Mosaic’s dedication to efficiency and tight process control allow them to deliver any bike from their catalog in six weeks. These bikes are a seamless combination of performance and beauty. The RS-1 offers a smooth, classic ride with a sleek modern approach.
Perfect for a ride around the street or some serious pedaling on the trailers. The Mosiac RS-1 is both functional and eye-catching. Take a closer look at the bicycle in the images below and head over to Mosaic Cycles to order yours today.
In other bicycle-related news, be sure to check out RetroSpec’s latest creation too while you’re at it. Keep it locked for more bikes, bicycles and other modes of transportation coming soon.
Photos via Mosiac Cycles
