In the heart of Bogotá's traditional 7 de Agosto neighborhood lies a facility where not only bicycles are built, but also dreams, stories, and a true passion for cycling. This is the birthplace of F. DUARTE, a brand that has successfully combined craftsmanship, technology, and design to deliver bicycles to the world that are, literally, one-of-a-kind pieces.
For more than 55 years, this Colombian company has championed handcrafted craftsmanship, precise detail, and the emotional connection between the rider and the creator. Each bicycle is conceived as a work of art, designed from the ground up to reflect the dreams, needs, and aspirations of each customer. As Fabio Duarte, co-founder of the brand, states: “Each prototype creates a unique bicycle that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. An exclusive and unparalleled piece.”
The article in Deriva Magazine—available only in print—takes an intimate look into F. Duarte's universe, revealing the soul behind the workshop: from his spiritual and creative role to the meticulous welding, painting, and assembly of each bike. A tribute to a job well done, to craftsmanship, to the power of well-grounded ideas.
It also takes us along the routes that inspire the brand: mountains, stone paths, sunrises in the Savannah, and epic routes that test not only the machine but also the spirit.
We invite you to learn more about this story and be inspired by the legacy of a company that has found a way to create poetry on two wheels in titanium, steel, and color.
👉 Read the full article in the print edition of Deriva Magazine.
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