Ride Your Nature

Wooden-framed design bikes and e-bikes from Austria.

Our Philosophy

We shape rides that shape us.

Your bike becomes an extension of your identity, your landscape becomes your playground, and wood becomes the bridge between human craft and natural performance.

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  • Wood

    The best material in the world - a natural resource that has proven itself for centuries.

  • Design

    Our design honors simplicity, durability, and character - where form follows feeling, not just function.

  • People

    It’s always about the people. Together, we build more than bikes.

Electric Assist

Two Drive Systems

We use two innovative motor technologies for optimal performance. The Esel hub drive is our in-house development - lightweight, silent, and invisible. Ideal for hilly terrain with a natural riding feel and 100% freewheel. The Shimano EP6 mid-drive motor delivers maximum power with 85 Nm of torque, conquering steep climbs effortlessly. Robust, smart, and exceptionally quiet.

Wood Frame

A Piece of Craftsmanship

Wood adapts and holds firm - flexible, resilient, proven over centuries. Our layered wood frames combine strength, stiffness, and flexibility. Hollow construction keeps them light yet durable.

Awards Won

The ride is the real trophy, though.

GERMAN DESIGN AWARD WINNER

EUROBIKE AWARD WINNER

ISPO BRAND NEW OVERALL WINNER

Frequently Asked Questions

Wood absorbs vibrations naturally, delivering exceptional comfort while maintaining stiffness and high durability.

It is also a renewable material that is regionally available and naturally stores CO₂.

es. The Esel frame is designed and built for outdoor use in all weather conditions.

Our frames are protected by a durable multi-layer coating that reliably shields the wood from rain, moisture, and UV exposure. Wood has proven its resilience for centuries and it performs exceptionally well in demanding outdoor environments.

All Esel wooden frames are hollow inside (Hollow Tec) and optimized for lightweight construction.

In addition to Bowden cables and other cables, our eEsel has the battery integrated into the down tube.

We use slow-growing, local Austrian woods: lightweight birch core with ash and walnut exterior. All wood is PEFC-certified from sustainable forestry.