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Scarab is a design and manufacturing studio rooted in Colombia’s climbing culture.

We co-create rider-specific steel custom bicycles shaped by dialogue, discipline, and time.

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Our Bicycles

Crafted with intent

Geometry is defined.
Steel is selected.
Each decision serves a purpose.
Nothing is too small to be overseen

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Beyond Bikes

The timeless craftsmanship of the Silca Frame Pump now meets one of our most iconic paint schemes—The Chiva. Just like a Chiva instantly brings to mind the landscapes of rural Colombia, a frame pump evokes the golden era of cycling, recalling the heroic stories of legendary racers and their toughest challenges.

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Visit our workshop in El Retiro, ride the local roads, and experience Scarab at its source.

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Immerse yourself in Colombian culture and adventure with Scarab Rentals. Our fleet of Scarab bikes offers more than just a ride; it's a journey through the vibrant spirit of Colombia.

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Scarab Cycles factory tour: Bikes made and painted in Colombia

By Ben Delaney

Journal

Because it's there

Mar 12, 2026

Because it's there
I remember reading that over 100 years ago, a journalist from the American newspaper "The New York Times" asked Geor...

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El Sifón - Too hard to go fast.

Dec 10, 2025

El Sifón - Too hard to go fast.
Two weeks ago, we made a last try to climb El Sifón before the year’s end. Our friends from Colombia Cycling joined...

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