Top 5 most famous bicycle brands in the world
Since the 19th century, bicycle brands like Trek, Giant, Specialized, and Cannondale have maintained a strong presence despite advances in transportation due to their many benefits. Improved for daily commuting, bicycles continue to meet people’s needs
Let’s explore Bike2school’s top 5 famous and popular bicycle brands:
Giant Bicycles
Giant Bicycles
Giant Bicycles is recognized as a leading global bicycle brand. Originating from a small manufacturing workshop founded by King Liu and a group of friends in 1972 in Dajia, Taichung City, Taiwan, Giant has grown over nearly 50 years to become the world’s largest bicycle manufacturer. They offer a wide range of high-quality bicycles catering to various customer segments, including road, touring, and mountain bikes.
Currently, products under the Giant brand hold approximately 10% of the global bicycle market share, solidifying its position as the top brand in the industry. Giant achieves an impressive production figure of 5.2 million bicycles annually. Their standout features include meticulous attention to detail in every component, lightweight and durable aluminum frames, and designs that exude elegance rarely seen in other bicycle brands.
Giant also produces other brands such as Liv and Cadex. Besides Vietnam, Giant bicycles are distributed in over 70 countries worldwide, further cementing its leading position in the global bicycle manufacturing market.
Trek Bicycles
Trek Bicycles
This is perhaps a name that is no longer unfamiliar to many people in Vietnam. In countries like the United States or Europe, Trek is the first name you think of when mentioning the “giants” in the world of bicycles. Founded in 1976 in a small barn in rural Wisconsin, USA, from the outset Trek aimed to produce the highest quality bicycles. Trek always seeks ways to innovate and improve with each generation of bikes. That’s why Trek bicycles are trusted by professional athletes.
In the Vietnamese market, Trek bicycles have impressed consumers with their high-end and top-quality products. Despite not being as widespread as Giant, owning a Trek bike is still a dream for many cycling enthusiasts due to its high prices. The brand is renowned for its racing bikes crafted from premium materials and aerodynamic designs that optimize speed.
Merida Bicycles
Merida is a well-known bicycle brand from China, founded in 1970 by the founder Ike Tseng. The majority of Merida’s products meet European and North American quality standards, ensuring high quality. As of August 2023, the brand operates its manufacturing plants in Taiwan, China, Germany, and distributes products to over 88 countries worldwide. Merida produces a diverse range of bicycles including racing bikes, road bikes, mountain bikes, and folding bikes. Each type is designed with unique features to cater to different user needs and preferences. Whether you’re a professional racer or simply enjoy outdoor adventures, Merida meets all your requirements.
Merida Bicycles
Merida is the only bicycle brand with a global warranty system, ensuring authenticity and no counterfeit products. The standout features of Merida bicycles include robust and dynamic designs, along with durable frame quality capable of withstanding heavy loads. Merida also boasts its racing team, Bahrain Merida Pro, which has achieved significant victories on the international stage, further enhancing the brand’s reputation.
Bianchi Bicycles
Bianchi is a high-quality bicycle brand from Italy, established by Edoardo Bianchi in 1885 in Milan. With over 135 years of experience, Bianchi has become one of the world’s leading bicycle brands. Bianchi’s products are suitable for various purposes, from daily commuting to competitive racing, offering a diverse range of products to meet different needs. Bianchi is renowned for its high-quality products, elegant and modern designs, and advanced manufacturing technology.
Bianchi Bicycles
Bianchi produces a wide range of bicycles including sports bikes, road bikes, mountain bikes, and racing bikes. Bianchi bicycles are widely distributed in global markets. In Vietnam, Bianchi bicycles are priced from around 10 million VND and up, depending on the model and technology used.
Specialized Bicycles
Specialized Bicycles
Specialized is one of the leading bicycle brands originating from the United States. Established in 1974 by Mike Sinyard – a founding member of the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) and the National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA). Specialized specializes in manufacturing high-quality bicycles, components, and premium accessories. The brand is known for pioneering innovative and unique bicycles that attract customers. Since its inception, Specialized has introduced numerous bike models with continuously evolving technologies to meet diverse customer needs and preferences. The brand is renowned for its racing bicycles utilizing the latest FACT technology and Carbon materials in frame construction to optimize speed while minimizing effort for the rider.
Each Specialized model is designed to optimize performance, ensuring the best riding experience for users. Their bikes are equipped with modern, sturdy accessories that enhance bike control and ensure stable performance across all terrain conditions.
These are the five iconic names in the global bicycle market. Each brand has its strengths to create a distinctive mark in the hearts of customers. Depending on your needs and financial capability, you can own a bike from the brand you love. For further advice, visit our WORKSHOP where our staff can assist you in purchasing bikes in Vietnam.
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