Back in 1995, the Cane Creek brand was created as a way to better distinguish Dia-Compe USA’s more innovative products. Thirty years later, Cane Creek is still going strong and producing some of the most innovative and lust-worthy products on the market. To celebrate its 30th anniversary, Cane Creek is opening a new Experience Center and launching a limited run of special edition Anniversary Collection components.
The Cane Creek Experience Center
Cane Creek aims to combine brand history, bicycle culture, retail sales, and coffee, of course, in its brand new experience center. Located in the Cane Creek Factory just north of Asheville in Fletcher, North Carolina, visitors can get immersed in the evolution of the brand’s products, connect with other riders, take a test ride, or pick up a fresh set of eeWings — you know you want some.
Cane Creek says that, “Central to the space is a curated exhibit documenting the history of Cane Creek innovations, with examples of every major Cane Creek product over the years.” You can see the progression from the first Cane Creek-branded product, the Air-Driver mountain bike shock (AD-4 & AD-8), to the super advanced Tigon shock of today. Beyond that, you can sip some coffee, pick out colorful components for your next custom build, or even take a deep dive into the creation of the new Invert Gravel Fork.
According to Cane Creek’s website, the doors to the Experience Center are already open while they put the finishing touches on the space. An official grand opening party is scheduled for June 14th, which is open to the public. If you’re in the area, you can swing by and check it out Monday-Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, at 355 Cane Creek Rd. Fletcher, NC, 28732, USA.
If you’re planning to head to the Experience Center, you can make a day of it and take a factory tour if you plan ahead and schedule one online. Other factory experiences include free Invert Gravel Fork test rides as well as suspension Test and Tune sessions (for an additional fee), both of which need to be scheduled in advance.
Cane Creek’s 30th Anniversary Collection
If you’re a brand aficionado or just a fan of Cane Creek Blue, then the 30th Anniversary Collection will be worth your attention. Cane Creek took a selection of its core components and made them pop. “Bright dip, dual-stage anodizing on aluminum components, blue anodizing on titanium crank arms, and metallic gloss paint on Invert make these components true collector’s items.” You can pick up an accent piece or go all in with Cane Creek Blue on this summer’s custom build — the choice is yours.
The 30th Anniversary Collection includes:
- Invert Gravel Fork
- Cane Creek eeWings Cranks
- eeBrakes
- 110 Ceramic Headset
- Hellbender 70 Bottom Bracket
- GXC Stem
- Computer Mount
- 30th Anniversary Top Cap
- 30th Anniversary Hat, T-shirts, Socks, and Water Bottle
Cane Creek’s 30th Anniversary Collection is on sale now, but this limited edition run will only be available while supplies last. Orders can be placed directly through Cane Creek’s website or through select retailers.
