"The Little Boy Stem (pictured below) starts life as a 1000+ gram block of Grade 5 titanium bar stock and is then machined down to only what is necessary to hold the bars and steerer tube. It might look like a fragile and XC-only stem, but this little number is the same one that broke a stress-test machine, and still put in countless hours on the trail."
"While chatting with Josh at MADE this year, we both delved deep into the details, and what could have easily evolved into an over-an-hour-long conversation about the small details that make his components stand out. Josh's booth was a small space that had a significant impact on anyone who wandered by. A small cabinet that resembled a dragon's den, packed with treasure, displayed rotating parts, prototypes, and a variety of 3D-printed goodies that would make any bike enthusiast stop and drool."
Josh Ogle has produced titanium bicycle components for over 30 years, combining 3D printing and precision machining to produce small, aesthetic parts with high structural integrity. Offerings include lockrings, chainrings, stems, top caps, and other intricate pieces designed to elevate custom builds. The Little Boy Stem begins as a 1000+ gram block of Grade 5 titanium bar stock and is machined down to essential material, delivering durability that exceeded standard fatigue tests. A compact MADE booth showcased rotating prototypes and the Ogle 30 V2, a 3D-printed and machined full-suspension titanium mountain bike. Rigorous testing and attention to detail prioritize strength and performance alongside aesthetics.
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