Open MIND California

Open Cycles from Switzerland are inveterate rule-breaking mavericks. And the California proves it beyond any doubt.

To most people this would represent a non-descript carbon bike. But those who know. Know.

"Understated exterior belies a rarified riding experience. A true thoroughbred"

Open MIND California 3.0

For a company called Open, Gerard and Andy sure do like to play their cards close to their chests. We had no idea that the MIND CA project had ever got off their biscuit-fuelled mood-board. Privately and publically they have admitted it has been a crazy project that no spreadsheet obsessed big corporation would ever consider. And that is why we love Open - they are mavericks - even Andy who is the more sensible partner.

This bike is for our client Toby. He never considered an Open until he took our test-bike for a whizz. We have learnt from experience that our test-bike reliably makes hardened adults weep with joy. And so it was. we hope you enjoy Toby.

Uncluttered with paint, decals or adornment

High modulus carbon deconstructed

"And that is why we love Open - they are mavericks"

One of our favourite pictures from Elsa. Perfectly captures the MIND CA elemental beauty

Darimo Components seem to match perfectly with the CA simplicity

Understated exterior belies a rarified riding experience. A true thoroughbred

What our clients say

"A highly personalized and very friendly service, giving good advice and adjustments that are helpful whatever level of cyclist you are."

MJ

Cyclist
"A great service, full of personal touches as well as the "harder" scientific analysis of my position on the bike, which was also excellent. I feel more planted on the bike now, and came away with some really useful feedback from the session."

Ed H

London Dynamo Rider
"Hey Julian and Phil, I hope you are both well. I just completed a 21 hour week on my new 165mm cranks and I am in love. They feel so so great! Thank you for all your help. I’ve never felt so comfortable on my bike before. All the best, Hannah"

Hannah Barnes

National Champion / Professional Bike Rider
"I have a lot of trust in you guys and I know how you work so I think we could do something good. Orthotics feeling good."

Tom Pidcock

World and Olympic champion, Ineos Grenadiers.
"The personal service from both Phil and Julian is second to none. They have such a wealth of experience in fitting that they can almost tell at a glance if something is just a little off. It felt as though it didn't matter how long it took to get the best position possible - even for an amateur cyclist like myself. Can't recommend them enough."

Susan

Cyclist