Raymond’s Version of No.22 Aurora

Some bike purchases begin with a clear idea of what the finished bicycle should be.

Raymond's began with curiosity.

Before committing to this build, Raymond had been dropping by Cycle Project Store during his lunch breaks, considering what his next bike might be. He was looking for something he could travel with confidently. A bike with the durability to withstand the realities of air travel and one he could see himself keeping for years.

Titanium naturally entered the conversation.

Having heard about its distinctive ride quality and longevity, Raymond was curious to experience it for himself. During one of his visits, the No.22 frames in the store caught his attention. After a little more research, the No.22 Aurora became the frame he wanted to build around.

Raymond was drawn to No.22's design language. Modern yet timeless, refined without feeling overly complicated. The Aurora's clean internally routed lines and integrated carbon seat tube added to its appeal, creating a contemporary interpretation of what a titanium road bike could be.

Initially, the plan was straightforward. Build a durable and refined titanium bike that would be easy to live with and travel with.

Then came the colour.

Raymond had a spare wheelset built around White Industries' pink CLD hubs. Rather than letting them sit against a conventional raw titanium frame, he began exploring ways to make the Aurora feel more personal.

While browsing No.22's gallery, an anodised green finish immediately stood out.

That was the turning point.

The build gradually evolved from a traditionally understated titanium bike into something a little more expressive. The headset became another opportunity to experiment, and while we initially wondered if the combination of colours might be too loud, the finished result proved otherwise.

Instead of clashing, the colours came together with an unexpected sense of playfulness. The pink White Industries hubs, gold Chris King headset, colourful details, and Silca Unicorn cages bring a vibrant energy to a material more commonly associated with raw, understated finishes.

It is still unmistakably a titanium bike, but one with considerably more personality among those we have assembled thus far.

Fit was equally important in bringing the project together. Raymond worked with Choonwei from Fitskuul to determine the right size and position based not only on measurements, but also on his riding habits and preferences. The goal, as always, was to find the right balance between comfort, efficiency, handling, and aesthetics.

And on the road, the Aurora has more than delivered.

What began as Raymond's curiosity about titanium has since become his go-to bike. Comfortable, confidence inspiring, and capable across a variety of roads, he now finds himself reaching for it even more often than his carbon bikes.

Perhaps that is the best measure of a successful build.

Raymond began looking for a bicycle that could travel confidently and last for years. Along the way, he discovered the appeal of titanium and created something that felt distinctly his own.

The anodised green frame. The pink hubs. The gold headset. The playful colours.

A bike that began with practicality, but found its personality along the way.

Built for the ride ahead.

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