"Paragon Machine Works has announced it will cease all major operations as of Friday, March 27th, 2026. Founded in 1983, they have been the gold standard for framebuilding components, enabling the small-batch framebuilding industry to thrive."
"The team at Paragon cited a 'variety of market and industry factors beyond our control' as the reason the business is no longer viable, reflecting the volatile landscape for manufacturers in the bike industry."
"Losing a cornerstone like Paragon feels like losing a piece of its soul. Forty-three years of innovation, Richmond-made grit, and some of the cleanest machining the cycling world has ever seen is a hell of a run."
Paragon Machine Works, based in Richmond, California, has been a leading manufacturer of framebuilding components since 1983. The company announced it will cease operations due to various uncontrollable market factors. Paragon has been essential to the custom bicycle industry, providing precision-machined parts that enabled small-batch framebuilding. The announcement marks a significant loss for the industry, reflecting ongoing challenges faced by manufacturers in a volatile post-pandemic market. Paragon's legacy includes 43 years of innovation and craftsmanship in bicycle component manufacturing.
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