Today, Neuhaus Metalworks has announced its Core Collection, consisting of production frames made in Taiwan, and the first model to roll out from this new endeavor is the Hummingbird 29er hardtail ($1,199 frame). Let’s check it out…
As mountain bikers, Daniel and Nick at Neuhaus are not afraid to get dirty; they have hand-built hundreds of custom Hummingbirds in the Neuhaus shop. When it came to developing a production bike, the team traveled to Taiwan to find the best manufacturers and learn from their expertise.
The made in Taiwan Neuhaus Hummingbird is the culmination of all those years of hard work. Here’s a sampling of Neuhaus’ coverage on The Radavist:
- Inside / Out at Neuhaus Metalworks and a Look at the Hummingbird Steel Hardtail 29er
- The Current Hardtail Moment: Hailey Reviews the Neuhaus Metalworks Hummingbird 29er Hardtail
- Sea Otter Classic 2024: Neuhaus Metalworks – HBSL Titanium XC Race 29er Hardtail
- What Does Handmade in Taiwan Look Like?
Check out more in our Related Archives below…
Core Collection Hummingbird Quick Hits
- $1199, Ships in March
- Springy steel ride quality
- 120mm travel, 66° HTA
- Short Chainstays
- Sliding dropouts
- 29×2.6 in all chainstay positions
- Boost Spacing
Geometry
The Hummingbird features a well-balanced geometry: 66.° HTA, tall stack, moderate wheelbase, and designed around a 50-60mm stem. This gives the bike a good balance of quick handling and agility while maintaining stability on singletrack and loose corners.
What makes the Hummingbird so special? You could point to the ride quality, the fit, or the geometry. But honestly, it’s pretty unremarkable—and that’s the point. Great design doesn’t demand attention; it just works. Getting there, though, took some serious engineering. Like the brand’s signature bottle bracket that allows for two bottles and full dropper insertion.
The first Taiwan made Hummingbird frames are currently making their way across the Pacific Ocean, and will ship early March. It’s a really small batch, so roll on over to Neuhaus Metalworks to take advantage of this early heads up.
