Forbidden Bikes

About

Forbidden Bike Company, founded in 2019, stands out in the crowd of mountain bike manufacturers. The company has quickly established a reputation for crafting bikes that push the boundaries of design and performance. Rooted in an ethos of innovation and the pursuit of perfection, Forbidden bikes, though relatively new, have already created an indelible mark in the world of mountain biking. The genesis of Forbidden Bike Company is a compelling story of vision and passion. It was the brainchild of Owen Pemberton who put his vast knowledge and experience in the mountain biking industry to build bikes that dared to tread new grounds. Pemberton, with his years of experience as a senior engineer with Norco Bikes, and Beckett, with his extensive background in marketing and sales, together turned Forbidden into a formidable brand known for its exclusive high-pivot bike designs. Perhaps the most distinguishable aspect of Forbidden bikes is their use of the high pivot point suspension design. This mechanism, originally popular in downhill racing bikes, has been adopted and adapted by Forbidden to offer an unrivaled performance across all its models. High pivot designs allow the rear wheel to move back and up when it hits a bump, following a trajectory that aligns more naturally with the direction of impact. This results in a smoother ride, superior traction, and less pedal kickback compared to lower pivot designs. Forbidden's commitment to this unique design approach birthed the ‘Dreadnought’ and the ‘Druid’. Both models have garnered rave reviews from riders and critics alike for their performance and comfort. The Dreadnought , introduced in 2022, comes as the epitome of Forbidden's technological prowess. It boasts the Forbidden’s patented ‘Trifecta High Pivot System’ which reduces pedal kickback and maintains a constant chain length throughout the travel, ensuring a balance between bump absorption and pedaling efficiency. Furthermore, the Dreadnought’s fully carbon frame op