Built by our partner manufacturer in Taiwan, these batch-built frames offer an expertly crafted frame at a competitive price, available in stock sizes and setups. These start with the flagship geometry that we have tested and refined with our US-built frames, then engineered for larger-scale manufacturing. We use intentionally selected butted titanium tubing that provides an excellent combination of compliance and durability.
*Batch-built frames will come with a headtube gusset
*Small and extra small frames coming in second batch
Designed for the Colorado Trail, whether for a day ride or the full 539 miles, the Buena is built to go the distance. Loaded or unloaded.
Built around a 130mm fork, the Buena balances comfort and capability with geometry that stays grounded in function, not fads—66.5° head tube, 75.5° straight seat tube. Room for racks, bottles, and a large frame bag.
HEADSET: Cane Creek Hellbender 70
BOTTOM BRACKET: Cane Creek Hellbender T47 Threaded, 73mm
SEATPOST COLLAR: Wolf Tooth Bolt on, 34.9mm
FORK: Rockshox Pike Select, 130mm, 44mm offset
HEADSET: Cane Creek Hellbender 70
HEADSET SPACERS: Alloy - Black
STEM: OneUp Aluminum Stem
HANDLEBAR: OneUp Aluminum Bar, 800mm Width/35mm Rise
GRIPS: OneUp Lock On
BRAKES: TRP Evo Comp
ROTORS: TRP R1
SEATPOST: OneUp V3 Dropper w/ Remote (XS: 120mm, S: 150mm, M: 180mm, L/XL: 210mm, XXL: 240mm)
SEATPOST COLLAR: Wolf Tooth Bolt on, 34.9mm
SADDLE: Ergon SMC Sport Gel
WHEELSET: Industry Nine Sector AL - 1/1, XD Driver
TIRES: Maxxis DHF 2.6 Front, Rekon 2.6 Rear
CRANKSET: SRAM GX Alloy
CASSETTE: SRAM GX Eagle, XG-1275, 10-52, 12 spd
DERAILLEUR: SRAM GX Eagle, 12 spd
CHAINRING: SRAM 32t X-Sync 2
SHIFTER: SRAM GX Eagle Trigger, 12 spd
CHAIN: SRAM GX Eagle, 12 spd
*Build substitutions may be necessary in the event of low stock. In the case of significant substitutions, Buena Onda will notify the customer first.
**Builds shown in photos may differ from the listed parts, please refer to the Build Kit for the exact specifications
FORK: Fox 36 SL Factory: 130mm/44mm Offset
HEADSET: Cane Creek Hellbender 70
HEADSET SPACERS: Alloy - Black
STEM: Industry 9 A35
HANDLEBAR: OneUp Carbon Riser, 800mm wide, 35mm rise
GRIPS: OneUp Lock On
BRAKES: TRP Evo Pro
ROTORS: TRP R1
SEATPOST: OneUp Dropper w/ Remote (XS: 120mm, S: 150mm, M/L: 180mm, XL: 210mm, XXL: 240mm)
SEATPOST COLLAR: Wolftooth Bolt on, 34.9
SADDLE: Ergon SMC Sport Gel Saddle
WHEELSET: Industry Nine Sector CR Classic
TIRES: Maxxis DHF 2.6 Front, Rekon 2.6 Rear
CRANKSET: SRAM GX Eagle Transmission AXS, 12-speed, alloy, 2 clip-on guards
CASSETTE: SRAM GX Eagle, XG-1275, 10-52, 12 spd
DERAILLEUR: SRAM GX Eagle Transmission AXS, 12-speed
CHAINRING: SRAM GX Transmission 32 tooth
SHIFTER: SRAM Pod Ultimate AXS, 12-speed
CHAIN: SRAM GX Eagle Transmission AXS T-Type, 12-speed
*Build substitutions may be necessary in the event of low stock. In the case of significant substitutions, Buena Onda will notify the customer first.
**Builds shown in photos may differ from the listed parts, please refer to the Build Kit for the exact specifications
Trail oriented geometry based on 130mm fork, sagged at 20% and 29"x2.6" tires
| Small | Medium | Large | Extra Large | XXL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Effective Top Tube | 592 | 614 | 640 | 665 | 690 |
| Approx Stand Over | 723 | 755 | 770 | 805 | 823 |
| Reach | 433 | 452 | 475.5 | 497 | 521 |
| Stack | 618 | 627 | 636 | 645 | 655 |
| Total Seat Tube Length | 380 | 410 | 430 | 475 | 510 |
| Headtube Length | 105 | 115 | 125 | 135 | 145 |
| Headtube Angle | 66.5 | 66.5 | 66.5 | 66.5 | 66.5 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 | 75.5 | 75.5 | 75.5 | 75.5 |
| BB Drop | 58 | 58 | 58 | 58 | 58 |
| BB Height | 319 | 319 | 319 | 319 | 319 |
| Chainstay Length | 435-451 | 435-451 | 435-451 | 435-451 | 435-451 |
| Fork Length Axle to Crown | 510.5 | 510.5 | 510.5 | 510.5 | 510.5 |
| Fork Offset | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 |
| Wheelbase (dropouts full forward) | 1155 | 1178 | 1205 | 1231 | 1259 |
| Crank Arm Length | 165 | 170 | 175 | 175 | 175 |
| Recommended Rider Height | 5'1"-5'6" | 5'5"-5'11" | 5'10"-6'2" | 6'1"-6'5" | 6'4"-Up |
| Stem Length | 32 | 40 | 40 | 50 | 50 |
Every Buena Onda frame is built to be ridden hard, loaded up, depended on, and kept around for life. Our limited lifetime warranty covers manufacturer defects in materials and workmanship for the original owner, because if something is on us, we’ll make it right.
Bikes are also meant to be used, and sometimes that means crashes, mistakes, bad lines, roof racks, baggage handlers, and the occasional questionable decision. Those situations aren’t covered under warranty, but we’ll offer discounted crash replacement support whenever possible to help keep you on your Buena.
For standard orders, we estimate 12–16 weeks from the time your order is placed. Each frame is built in small batches, and that timeline gives us room to handle production, finishing, assembly, quality checks, and shipping without rushing the process.
Our first pre-order window will open in July, and we’re aiming to have those bikes delivered by September 30. As always, we’ll keep you updated along the way if anything changes.
The Buena Onda is built around a modern hardtail platform with enough reach and front-center length to stay composed at speed, a steep enough seat tube to keep you centered while climbing, and chainstays that balance traction, stability, and responsiveness. It’s designed to feel planted on technical terrain, efficient over long miles, and predictable when the bike is loaded with bags.
The titanium frame adds a smooth, damped ride quality without feeling muted or flexy. It takes the edge off chatter and long-day fatigue while still giving the bike a lively, direct feel under power. Paired with clearance for high-volume 29 x 2.6” tires, the result is a hardtail that carries speed, finds grip, and stays comfortable across everything from chunky singletrack to bikepacking routes.
The short version: it climbs efficiently, descends confidently, and keeps its manners whether it’s loaded for a week out or stripped down for a fast trail ride.
Our batch-built frames and MUSA custom frames share the same design philosophy, ride feel, and Buena Onda geometry. Both are titanium hardtails built for long days, loaded miles, and technical trail riding.
Our batch-built frames are built in Taiwan in small production runs using our proven geometry and spec. They use a slightly different tubing package, including butted titanium tubes with thinner wall sections through the middle of the tube where we can save weight without giving up strength where it matters. They also use external cable routing to keep setup, service, and trail-side fixes simple. Mechanics rejoice.
Our MUSA custom frames are built one at a time by our Durango manufacturing partner with more than 30 years of titanium framebuilding experience. These are the choice if you want custom sizing, more personal fit considerations, and a higher-touch build experience.
The batch-built frame is the most straightforward way to get on a Buena Onda. The MUSA custom frame is for riders who want the full custom route. Both are built around the same idea: a titanium hardtail made to ride well for a very long time.
Yes, but you’ll need to come see us in Durango. We’re a small bike company, so we don’t have a nationwide demo fleet, but we’re happy to get you on a bike if you can swing by.
The good news: Durango is a pretty great place to test a mountain bike. You can ride local singletrack right from town, or turn it into a proper trip with Phil’s World, Moab, and Telluride all within reach. Come ride the bike, hang out, and call it research.
"My bike of the year was unquestionably the Colorado-made Buena Onda hardtail. I rode it more than anything else, and it was an invaluable companion for filling in my mental map of nearby trails. From overnighters out the front door to regular group rides and a week away in glorious Crested Butte, I fell in love with it and was more than a little pained to send it back.
In short, the Buena Onda is beautifully built, specced just right, and an absolute blast to ride on trails and lightly loaded for bikepacking. And how about that headbadge?! "
– Lucas Winzenburg, Managing Editor of bikepacking.com and The Bikepacking Journal
