While out in Taiwan for the KOM Challenge, we were lucky enough to get shown around the Factor Bikes Factory. Have a look at Factor's process for designing, creating, and testing new frames.

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Originally starting as a project between ex-pro cyclist Baden Cooke, and carbon frame manufacturer Rob Gitelis, Factor has now grown to be one of the foremost high-end bike brands in the world, and even sponsors the World Tour team AG2R La Mondiale.

Join Si as he learns about the in-depth testing procedures that go into creating a Factor bike, featuring some very fetching headwear.

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