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Softride

American bicycle manufacturer

Softride was a manufacturer of bicycles located in Bellingham, Washington. They specialized in bicycles for triathletes. The bicycle frames were distinctive for their lack of seat tubes and seat stays.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

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Softride suspension bicycle
Photo: AndrewDressel, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons3

Softride was a manufacturer of bicycles located in Bellingham, Washington. They specialized in bicycles for triathletes. The bicycle frames were distinctive for their lack of seat tubes and seat stays. The idea was to reduce aerodynamic drag and improve ride comfort. The company no longer manufactures bicycles, and focuses on bicycle carriers instead.2

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