Quirk’s new bike is limited to just 25 frames and if that’s not enough to get your heart racing, we’ve got luggage, HR straps, and better phone coverage for you.

I can’t remember when I first became aware of Quirk Cycles – at a Bespoked show perhaps? – but I do recall being drawn to Quirk’s bikes. At a glance they were pretty traditional in appearance. Their beauty was to be found in the craftsmanship and the details, both serving form and function. They were beguiling rather than bling, and all the better for it.

Quirk has gone from strength to strength, and is now embarking on a move from bespoke builds to larger production runs, albeit in tiny numbers still. We take a look at the first Founders’ Batch, an all-road offering that bears all the hallmarks that made me first take notice of the brand.