Debuting this week at the MADE Show, No. 22 Bicycles prototype Reactor aero road bike takes full advantage of 3D printing.Scheduled for a 2025 launch, this prototype is a bit different than what will make it into production, but well get to that. First, lets look at the details that are likely to carry overCockpit is slammed with their 3D-printed ti stem and an ENVE bar.The No.22 Reactor has been their race bike, and this next version is testing with 30-40% less drag than their current semi-integrated Aurora model. And thats only with CFD design so far, but theyll be taking it to the wind tunnel along with 3rd party aerodynamicists theyre working with for final optimizations.Its built with a CeramicSpeed-ified SRAM RED, 5Dev ti cranks, and Berk saddle.Its not just about aero. The drivetrain area is stiffer for better power transfer, and the rest of the bike is tuned for better ride quality to accentuate titaniums naturally good feeling.Except for the seat tube, this prototypes frame is 3D printed from Grade 5 titanium powder as a single piece. The seat tube is carbon fiber, similar to their prior Reactor model, but this one upgrades to an aerodynamic profile. Its made for them by Ride July.Its shaped to follow the tires contour but will still fit 34mm wide tires.For production bikes, theyll use a blend of 3D-printed sections with more traditionally bent and shaped titanium tubes, welding everything together and smoothing where necessary. They say that will give them better control of the final products tolerances and allow them to do the incredible anodized finishes theyre known for.If youre headed to the MADE Show in Portland, OR, August 23-25th, check it out in person. If not, stay tuned for closeup pics and video here on Bikerumor.22bicycles.comThe post Prototype No22 Reactor Road Bike 3D-prints Aero Gains appeared first on Bikerumor.