Ridley Bikes

Ridley Bikes is a renowned Belgian bicycle brand founded in 1997 by Jochim Aerts. The company is based in Paal-Beringen, Belgium, and is part of the Belgian Cycling Factory, which also owns the Eddy Merckx brand.

Origin and history

Ridley originally began as a small garage operation, specializing in building and painting bicycle frames for other brands. The name "Ridley" is a tribute to the British film director Ridley Scott. Since its founding, Ridley has quickly established itself as a market leader in racing bikes in Belgium and is now internationally renowned.

Product range and innovations

Ridley offers a wide range of bicycles, including:

Racing bikes : Known for models such as the " Ridley Falcon ", which was developed through intensive wind tunnel testing and is considered one of the fastest time trial machines.
Gravel bikes: Models like the " Ridley Kanzo Adventure " combine versatility with performance and are suitable for both road and off-road use.

Manufacturing and quality - Where does Ridley produce?

The frames are manufactured in the Far East by OEM companies that also work for brands like Cervélo and Scott Sports. The painting and final assembly of the bicycles then take place in Belgium, ensuring high manufacturing quality and customization.

Involvement in cycling

Ridley is closely associated with professional cycling. The brand was, among other things, the outfitter of the ProTeam Lotto-Soudal (now Lotto Dstny) and supports various junior teams.

Conclusion

Ridley Bikes represents Belgian engineering, innovation, and a deep connection to cycling. Combining state-of-the-art technology, individual customization, and high manufacturing quality, Ridley offers bicycles suitable for both professionals and ambitious amateur cyclists.