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a bold new era

Cycling is more than physical; it’s a journey of the spirit, an exploration of the impossible. A quest to go further, to climb higher. Riding out from the shadows of ordinary towards tomorrow’s bright new horizon.

Founded in 2014 in Melbourne Australia, Bastion is unrivalled in its obsession with creating the most coveted bikes in the world. Each one technologically advanced and precision crafted for its rider.

Forged to your exact specifications, every Bastion is as unique as you are. Discover our distinctive and timeless aesthetic.
The Bastion process forges art and science, engineering a new art form at the vanguard of the cycling industry.

BASTION have been crafting the most coveted bikes in the world for a decade. Delve deeper into their story and legacy.

Beyond Extraordinary.

We believe in you, the rider. You are the best person to design your bespoke custom bike. Our mission is to empower you to direct the design of your bike – tuning it to your specific needs. The end product is uniquely precision crafted together with you, for you. The use of an innovative and meticulous process blending cutting-edge technology with traditional craftsmanship. Every Bastion begins with a personal consultation, where your preferences, riding style and measurements are carefully considered.

The Bastion Process

We are equipped with our world leading design portal and configurator where we can visualize different ideas to create your dream Bastion. Upon receipt of payment you will receive your Amulet, your bespoke symbol of ownership, granting you access to the Design Portal, where you can finalize the details of your Bastion together with our team of experts.

Our meticulous design process ensures every Bastion is uniquely tailored to its rider. To enhance the order capture process we have created the world’s best design portal and configurator, empowering you to direct the design of your Bastion, tuning it to your needs.

Choose from over 1 million color combinations in both raw and painted finishes in gloss and matte. Personalize your dropouts with your name, initials or an inspirational message. Every choice is rendered in photo-realistic imagery allowing you to visualize your dream bike in real time.

Select from the best components from the best brands. Opt for top electronic group sets from Campagnolo, SRAM, Shimano and wheels from BEAST, Partington, Princeton and Lightweight. Choose options from Absolute Black, Kogel or Ceramicspeed for oversized pulley wheels. You can also choose BASTION's own BC-01 SRM Powermeter crankset or the THM full carbon fiber crankset.

Once we have received your order, we use state of the art computer modeling software to create a 3D model of your Bastion and simulate how it will look and perform on the road. We then provide a detailed Engineering Report covering geometry, stiffness and handling characteristics for you to approve before we begin production.

MANUFACTURING

Our advanced manufacturing process from 3D Printing and CNC machining to polishing and painting requires over 130 hours of precision work by precision machines. A further 70 hours of meticulous craftsmanship is required to sculpt and hand finish every Bastion.

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BASTION FOUNDRY

Our manufacturing facilities are a state-of-the-art blend of advanced technology and artisanal craftsmanship, located in Melbourne, Australia. The Bastion Foundry is equipped with cutting-edge technology, including Titanium 3D Printers, CNC Machines, Filament Winders and a Downdraft Paint Facility which allow for precise manufacturing of custom components.

The space is designed to optimize the flow of production from initial design to final assembly and quality control. Each area is meticulously organized, with dedicated areas for each stage of the process, including individual  clean rooms for 3D Printing, Composites, and Bonding. Every aspect of the Foundry reflects our commitment to precision, innovation and the highest quality standards, ensuring every Bastion produced is a true work of art.

TUBES

LUGS

FRAMES

BASTION TUBES

Our tubes are crafted in carbon fibre, meticulously engineered to deliver the perfect balance of strength, stiffness and lightweight characteristics. Each tube is wound layer by layer in carbon fibre over a mandrel in a computer controlled process called filament winding. Enabling precise fibre orientation and continuous fibre paths and ultimate control of the performance characteristics of each bike.

 The tubes are designed to smoothly transition to the titanium lugs, and by varying lay-ups and fibre modulus we are able to optimize the overall performance and comfort. The final matte or gloss finish on the tubes, either in a transparent clear or candy finish, or painted in a solid color further reflects our commitment to produce frames that are as visually stunning as they are technically advanced.

BASTION LUGS

Our lugs are a distinctive hallmark of our craftsmanship, showcasing our engineering and attention to detail. The lugs, which connect the tubes of the frame, are 3D printed in aerospace Grade 5 Ti6Al4V Titanium alloy, ensuring exceptional strength and durability while minimizing weight.

 The use of 3D printing allows for intricate designs that would be impossible to achieve with traditional manufacturing methods. The lugs are designed to enhance both the aesthetics and functionality of the frame, with smooth transitions that optimise both the power transfer and ride quality.

Internally the unique lattice structure not only provides structural integrity during manufacturing, it increases the stiffness of the lugs.

Following printing and machining, each lug is hand finished by skilled craftspeople contributing to the bespoke finish, ensuring every Bastion is as much a piece of art as it is a high performance machine.

BASTION FRAMES

Once the lugs and tubes have been carefully prepared and quality inspected they are hand assembled in a bonding process developed in the automotive and aerospace industries. A carefully selected and stringently tested epoxy is used to bond the tubes to the lugs in a precise fixture where they are held for a minimum of 12 hours to ensure the geometry is millimeter perfect.

After bonding the frame, fork and bar stem are post cured to maximize the strength and temperature resistance of the bonds. We then put every component through our stringent quality control checks which include rigorous measurements and proof load tests to guarantee the strength and quality before releasing for final finishing.

FINISHING

Our paint process is a highly personalized craft, designed to enhance the unique identity of every Bastion. Once the frame is assembled, it is prepared for painting, with many hours spent meticulously masking, and sanding and smoothing the surfaces in preparation for paint.

Our skilled artisans then carefully apply multiple layers of automotive grade paint, carefully building up color and depth to achieve a smooth and even finish. The colours are often customised to the owner’s specifications, allowing for a wide range of possibilities – from classic, understated hues to bold, striking metallics and pearls. In some cases bespoke graphics are added further personalizing the design.

Throughout the process every detail is scrutinised and assessed, chasing perfection. The end result is a finish that is not only visually stunning, but also resilient against the elements reflecting our intent to create works of art you can ride in any weather.

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