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Fort Frames, sro was formed in 1992 by a group of young bike enthusiasts, all recent engineering grads. This was about the same time as the Soviet empire crumbled, prompting a surge of new business enterprises throughout Eastern Europe. The core founders included 4-time Czech National cross country champion, Radovan Fort, whose name was adopted for the brand.
While Eastern Europe languished in obscurity during the Soviet years, and manufacturing in those countries often left much to be desired, cycling and bike racing was always a passion. Strong riders emerging from Kazakstan, Russia, Lithuania, East Germany, the Czech Republic, etc, were nurtured in a culture that idolized cycling heroes. This whole region underwent and is still undergoing an amazing technological and economic renaissance, in which companies--such as Fort Frames--are busily making a name for themselves. Currently, Fort Frames has almost 70 employees and builds over 15,000 frames per year, including significant frame production for other European bike brands.
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New Lower Pricing on all Models!!
Our already low pricing has just gotten better. Following the recent price drop on the SLC, we have just lowered pricing on all the other models, too. How?... by moving to a primarily consumer direct model with limited and highly select local dealers. Dealers may still purchase from us without any minimums but at a reduced margin.
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Big Demo Sale on 2008 Team Frames!
Team issue Victor frames w/o fork for $450 - used by a regional team we sponsored in 2008 and well maintained by elite riders and mechanics. Please check our clearance page or email for availability and specifics.
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Facebook Beta Testing
We have our beta Facebook wall up. If you're on there too, please check it out and let us know what you think... but please be patient we're figuring this out as we go along.
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2009 SLCs
They're here and at a new, lower price too! We're just putting a few finishing touches on with special decals only available on US models. The frames will be ready to ship by early May.
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Kostel Nanebevzetí Panny Marie in Usti nad Orlici, just up the hill from the Fort factory. |
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