Stinner Frameworks Releases Refugio & Carrizo Podium Series in Titanium

Stinner Refugio Podium titanium review
Stinner Frameworks Refugio Podium

Stinner Frameworks expands its stock offerings with the launch of the Carrizo and Refugio Podium Series Titanium bikes. Aiming to shape the narrative around domestic manufacturing and affordable handcrafted bikes, the Podium Series represents a shift in the accessibility of premium, domestically produced titanium frames and complete bicycles. All Podium Series models are fabricated and finished in Santa Barbara from straight-gauge titanium, providing an ideal balance of strength, weight, and durability. Utilizing stock sizing and lean manufacturing, Stinner will offer Podium Series models at prices unheard of for domestically produced titanium. – Stinner Frameworks Website

Stinner Carrizo Podium titanium review
Stinner Frameworks Carrizo Podium

Stinner Frameworks has been fabricating steel and titanium bikes in California for over a decade, becoming one of the largest bicycle manufacturers in the United States. Stinner Stock offers customers handmade quality without the price, lead time, and uncertainty often associated with commissioning a bike of similar material or quality. The Podium Series begins with Stinner’s bestselling models: the Carrizo All-Road, which accommodates 40mm tires, and the Refugio Gravel, which clears a massive 50mm tire. Both are available as a frameset or complete bike with two build kit options, featuring trusted components and common industry-wide standards for ease of maintenance, upgrades, and repairs. The Podium Series will expand throughout 2025 to include the entire range of Stinner bikes. Made locally, ridden globally.

Stinner Refugio Podium titanium review
Stinner Frameworks Refugio Podium

Stinner Refugio Podium

The Refugio Podium embodies the same spirit of adventure and challenge as its steel and custom counterparts. It draws inspiration from the rugged, winding terrain of Refugio Road in Santa Barbara, CA, home of Stinner Frameworks. It is designed for versatility and endurance, thriving on all surfaces, from steep climbs to rough descents. Now available as part of the Podium line, Stinner Titanium tubing offers a responsive and smooth ride, built to handle even the most challenging routes. Every Refugio Podium is fabricated, painted, and assembled in Santa Barbara, CA, with clearance for 50mm tires, UDH compatibility, and a component package prioritizing reliability and serviceability.

Stinner Refugio Podium titanium review
Stinner Frameworks Refugio Podium

The Refugio Podium is meticulously crafted from high-quality titanium in six standard sizes and features either Rival or Force SRAM AXS 12-speed electronic shifting and DT Swiss or Astral wheels. The Podium Series offers the perfect blend of performance and durability, providing US handmade quality at an affordable price, allowing riders to have a bike for life without straining their budget.

Stinner Refugio Podium titanium review
Stinner Frameworks Refugio Podium

Key Features:

  • 700x 50c tire clearance
  • 160mm Flat Mount Disc / Stinner Designed UDH Dropouts
  • 6 Stock sizes to choose from
  • Components from SRAM, FSA, Easton, and WTB
Stinner Refugio Podium titanium review
Stinner Frameworks Refugio Podium

Details: (Full specs available on Stinner’s Website)

  • FRAME Material: Stinner Straight Gauge Titanium Tubing
  • Bead Blasted Raw Ti w/ Polished Ti or Black Decals
  • Dropouts: Stinner UDH 160mm Flat Mount Titanium Dropouts
  • Drivetrain: SRAM AXS Rival/GX or Force/Eagle Transmission Build Kits
  • Wheels: DT Swiss or Astral based on Build Kit
  • Mounts: Fender Mounts / Triple fork leg mounts / Front light mount / Internal Dynamo Routing
  • Compatibility: SRAM AXS Wireless 2x Wide or 1x Wide – Transmission/Full Mount compatible
  • MSRP: From $5,595.00 USD Complete / $2,895.00 Frameset

Stinner Carrizo Podium

The Carrizo Podium, inspired by the vast and rugged beauty of Carrizo Plains National Monument, embodies the spirit of exploration. Fast, responsive, and built for any terrain, this adventure all-road bike is the perfect companion for the long journey ahead. The Carrizo Podium is a testament to modern design, promising a smooth, dynamic ride for decades to come.

Bonus: Our Carrizo Plains National Monument Video

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Stinner Carrizo Podium – Continued

The Carrizo Podium is fabricated, finished, and assembled from lightweight, responsive Stinner Titanium tubing in Santa Barbara. With tire clearance of 40mm, the Carizzo will be at home on both paved and off-road rides. Fender mounts and room for three water bottles make the Carrizo a true workhorse ready for year-round riding. Working directly with trusted industry partners, all Podium complete bikes utilize high-quality parts from some of the best brands in the industry, as well as common standards for ease of maintenance and service, futureproofing the bike for years to come.

Stinner Carrizo Podium titanium review
Stinner Frameworks Carrizo Podium

Key Features:

  • 700x 40c tire clearance
  • 160mm Flat Mount Disc / Stinner Designed UDH Dropouts
  • 6 Stock sizes to choose from
  • Made in Santa Barbara, California
Stinner Carrizo Podium titanium review
Stinner Frameworks Carrizo Podium

Details: (Full specs available on Stinner’s Website)

  • FRAME Material: Stinner Straight Gauge Titanium Tubing
  • Bead Blasted Raw Ti w/ Polished Ti or Black Decals
  • Dropouts: Stinner UDH 160mm Flat Mount Titanium Dropouts
  • Drivetrain: SRAM AXS Rival 2x or Force 2x
  • Wheels: DT Swiss or Astral based on Build Kit
  • Mounts: Fender Mounts / Three Bottle Mounts / Triple fork leg mounts / Front light mount / Internal Dynamo Routing
  • Compatibility: SRAM AXS 2x or 1x – Transmission/Full Mount compatible // Shimano Di2 12spd 2x
  • MSRP: From $5,695.00 USD Complete / $2,895.00 Frameset
Stinner Carrizo Podium titanium review
Stinner Frameworks Carrizo Podium Frame

Bonus: Stinner Carrizo Select Steel Review Video

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Learn more at the Stinner Frameworks Website

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