About this episode

The episode features a discussion with Dorene O’Malley and Brent Graves from Cane Creek about their innovative approach to bicycle component design over the past 30 years.

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a small North Carolina factory lets the trail—not the spec sheet—make the call? We sit down with Dorene O’Malley and Brent Graves from Cane Creek to unpack 30 years of curiosity, craft, and rider-first design. From rugged Pisgah prototypes to components trusted around the world, they’ve shaped everything from headsets and titanium cranks to the legendary Thudbuster seatpost and Invert Gravel Fork—all designed to make every ride smoother, more controlled, and...

People in this episode

Host: Mike Andress

Guests: Dorene O’Malley, Brent Graves

Topics covered

• bicycle design
• manufacturing
• North Carolina
• innovation
• outdoor recreation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cane Creek

Products: Thudbuster seatpost, Invert Gravel Fork

Places: Pisgah

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