You guys know that jaw-dropping, crazy titanium aero bike by New York’s No.22? You know, the one we’ve been shooting photos of and talking about for a few years? Well, we saw the Reactor Aero again at the Cadex booth at this year’s Sea Otter.
While at the Cadex booth, I was informed that the new frame and fork are finally ready for production. If you like it and want it, you’ll need $1000 to start the process. And, you may need to sit down for this: the estimated cost of the frameset is between $10,000 and $15,000. Deliveries are anticipated to be in the Summer of 2026.
If the No.22 Reactor Aero is anything, it’s crazy looking and beautiful in all of its grandiose titanium over-the-top-ness. It’s an amazing example of what can be done in the bespoke 3D-printed frame-making space.
All in all, it’s impressive to say the least. Is it my cup of tea? Nah. But that doesn’t mean I don’t appreciate it.
Let’s see what the crew at No.22 has to say about the next steps for this wonder steed…
April 2026 Update (from the horse’s mouth)
The first production-representative Reactor Aero is currently being printed. Our production path is fully solidified. First, 3D-printed sub-assemblies are done by RAM3D in New Zealand. Then, it’s shipped to our production facility in Johnstown, NY, where they are welded, aligned, and finished in-house. This hybrid approach leverages the design freedom of 3D printing while maintaining the tight control over quality and tolerances that No. 22 is known for.
Concurrent with the frame, we have finalized the fork molds for production and are completing testing on our bespoke titanium and carbon bar/stem combination.
V2 Updates and Improvements:
- Complete overhaul of the aerodynamic form and profiling in response to the UCI’s latest guidelines.
- Bespoke, intricately designed and machined, titanium and carbon bar/stem combo and headset.
- New aerodynamically refined seat tube and custom titanium seatpost delivering a novel approach to rider comfort and aerodynamics.
- Partnership with industry-leading 3D sintering partner, RAM3D of New Zealand. Together, both brands have created a 3D-printed “Parts Kit”. This will be fully welded, aligned, and assembled by No. 22 in our New York facility to exacting standards.
- Partnership with Redburn Design to finalize the 3D modeling of all sizes and components.
- Design finalized for production. Production test printing in progress, which will undergo ISO testing in late spring.
The Reactor has always been the most race-oriented road frame in the No. 22 lineup. And the Reactor Aero is the world’s first truly aero-optimized titanium race machine. Developed in-house and subject to multiple CFD simulations, the Reactor Aero delivers a confirmed 30-40% drag reduction compared to the current Reactor. As with all of our models, every piece of the frameset is either made by or specifically for the brand. This provides an unrivaled level of control and precision in the manufacturing process.
In developing the Reactor Aero, we are aiming not only to set the bar for titanium frame aerodynamics but to enhance performance in all other areas as well. Drivetrain stiffness, which the Reactor is known for, has been further improved upon, resulting in likely the most efficient power transfer available on a Ti frame. To achieve this, the down tube, bottom bracket intersection, and chain stays were fully redesigned and optimized by utilizing the formal freedoms offered by 3D printing. All other tubing profiles and intersections were also built from the ground up to help temper drivetrain stiffness with the legendary ride quality that titanium is known for.
The final version will be printed as sections that can be finished and welded in-house, allowing us to leverage our titanium fabrication expertise, resulting in tighter controls over quality, tolerances, and finishes.
Structure of Deposits
Deposits have the following structure:
- Deposits are in the amount of $1,000, which will be credited towards the final purchase price of your bike.
- First-come, first-served. Deliveries of production Reactor Aero models will follow the order in which deposits were received.
- Deposits are non-refundable, but can be transferred as a credit to the purchase of any other No. 22 model if you change your mind about the Reactor Aero.
Path to Production
We are in the final stages of preparing the Reactor Aero for production. The design is finalized, the fork molds are complete, and the first production-representative frame is being printed. Remaining steps include:
- ISO structural and ride quality testing to ensure the bike delivers titanium’s hallmark feel and durability.
- Finalize production of Ti and carbon fiber components.
Pricing for the final production version has not yet been finalized, but we anticipate a frameset (frame, fork, headset, thru-axles, aero titanium seatpost, and integrated titanium-and-carbon stem and handlebar combination) price in the range of USD $10,000 to $15,000. We are currently targeting first customer deliveries in summer 2026.
As with all of our bikes, we will be building all Reactor Aero models to order for each customer. As we near the production launch of this bike, we will coordinate one-on-one with each deposit holder to finalize options and build configurations.
Reactor Aero Geometry
Frame Specs
*All specifications are subject to change before production launch*
- Brake type: flat mount disc brakes
- Tire Clearance: Targeted 34mm measured tire
- Front Axle Spacing: 142x12mm thru-axle
- Rear Axle Spacing: 142x12mm thru-axle
- Fork Dimensions: 45/50mm offset
- Derailleur Hanger: UDH hanger
- Bottom Bracket Shell: T47 threaded, 85.5mm width
- Seatpost Size: Aero Ti Seatpost
If you have the means, get in touch with No.22 at the link below to order yours.
22bicycles.com
