Kestrel USA the launch of the first carbon fork and the debut of the KM40 Airfoil, the first true aero triathlon frame. Carbon framesets by better-known, mainstream manufacturers such as Giant and, most notably, Trek (with its OCLV frames), have been directly influenced by Kestrel design principles. Kestrel builds monocoque frames rather than more traditional tube and lug designs. This has always meant that Kestrels have tended to have a very fluid, curved appearance. However, more recent designs from the company have been more angular due to an increased desire to minimise wind resistance. Kestrel USA Kestrel is an American bicycle brand
Kawasaki (bicycle brand) Kawasaki (bicycle brand) Kawasaki is a brand of bicycle produced by various manufacturers from time to time since the 1970s. The bicycle types have included BMX, mountain, fatbikes, and e-bikes. Manufacturers have included Huffy, CGF Factory, and Diavelo. Promotion of the Kawasaki BMX brand included sponsoring BMX racing. Kawasaki BMX bicycles were welded by Triple-A Accessories in southern California in the 1970s. Frames were made from steel and aluminum with TIG and MIG welders. The frames had a rear suspension consisting of a swingarm supported by a spring on each side. The front fork was attached to the frame by