Kairn Bike Design Lab is a bicycle design and engineering firm.
Entirely dedicated to cycling, Kairn Bike Design Lab combines industrial design and mechanical engineering to create the frames and components of the future.
01. Brand strategy and mobility positioning
We observe the market and co-create together
Before we start designing, we analyze the market and its trends. We work with you to co-create a clear positioning strategy that addresses the new challenges of sustainable mobility. Our goal: to define a set of specifications that aligns your brand identity with the real expectations of cyclists, whether they ride city bikes, cargo bikes, road bikes, or mountain bikes.
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02. Frame geometry and kinematics
We develop ergonomic & high-performance bikes
Combining real-world testing with advanced CAD modeling, we design the complete architecture of your bicycles. We optimize each geometry and refine the suspension kinematics to ensure a perfect match between your expectations, the bike’s performance, and the rider’s biomechanics.
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03. Formal exploration and industrial design
We design desirable products that leave a lasting impression.
From the first sketch to 3D modeling, we explore shapes, volumes, and proportions to build a strong identity that aligns with your brand. Our approach to industrial design incorporates technical and manufacturing constraints from the very beginning, resulting in bicycles where aesthetics, function, and performance are naturally balanced.
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04. Mechanical engineering and design office
We are bike developers
Our expertise spans every segment of the bicycle market : from competitive downhill bikes to urban folding bikes, as well as aerodynamic road bikes and electric-assist bikes. Because we are, first and foremost, developers, rigorous engineering lies behind every design. We create viable and sustainable designs where form follows function.
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E-bikes specific expertise
We incorporate the latest electric drive systems into the design of frames for electric city bikes, gravel bikes, and mountain bikes. We optimize the footprint of the motor-battery system and develop the ecosystem of components needed to ensure their seamless aesthetic and dynamic integration into the e-bike.
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06. Prototyping of complete systems
We're moving from the concept to a working prototype
From the initial mock-ups to the test prototypes ready for road testing, we ensure that the bike frames have the proper proportions and clearances between the various components, thereby validating their readiness for industrial production.
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07. Industrialization
We are bridge with factories
Our R&D team is committed to ensuring a smooth transition from production to industrialization through the pre-production phase. We review bills of materials (BOMs) and quality control procedures, and can visit manufacturers on-site to ensure a successful production launch.
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08. Bicycle component design
We view each component as part of the system
A bike is more than just its frame. We apply our expertise in design and engineering to the development of components, paying equal attention to usability, performance, integration, and details.
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09. Product visualization (3D), animation & video
We bring the product to life before it is manufactured
Through our Digital Lab, we create custom 3D renderings, animations, and video content to showcase your products. These visuals allow you to visualize a concept, explain how it works, or bring a marketing campaign to life—even before it goes into production.
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Rossignol Afterhours
Enduro mountain bike plateform.
Aventon Current
Full-suspension electric mountain bike.
O2feel Jim
Folding electric city bike.