Zafi Cycles

Zafi Cycles A high-performance bicycle made of wood from the Sonian Forest, born from a combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology. Made in Belgium 🇧🇪

There’s something special about a bike designed to match your lifestyle, not just turn heads.It’s not about creating som...
20/05/2026

There’s something special about a bike designed to match your lifestyle, not just turn heads.
It’s not about creating something flashy, it’s about building something meaningful, something you truly enjoy using. 🚴✨

Nicolas’ Warthog 🐗With plenty of experience in the cycling world, Nicolas came to us with a clear vision:a bike built ar...
15/04/2026

Nicolas’ Warthog 🐗

With plenty of experience in the cycling world, Nicolas came to us with a clear vision:
a bike built around simplicity, reliability, and lasting comfort.

Designed for long training rides and triathlon preparation, every detail of this build serves one purpose ; to enjoy the ride, mile after mile, in a perfectly balanced position.

What truly sets this bike apart lies in its story. ✍️
Custom oak inserts frame the logo, while his signature warthogs appear on the head tube and top tube ( a nod to his nickname) . The wood itself carries a deeper meaning: Nicolas brought it to us, reclaimed from a century-old beam of a place filled with great memories.

A subtle, personal touch … and a reminder of those moments when the road gets tough.

Build highlights:
– Service Course cockpit & seatpost
– 1800 wheels
– Pro One 28 tires
– 105 mechanical 11-speed
– Novus Boost Evo saddle

Enjoy the ride, ✨

Subtile on the frame, but essential in meaning. A detail that says much more than it seems. Where it comes from, how it’...
07/04/2026

Subtile on the frame, but essential in meaning.
A detail that says much more than it seems.
Where it comes from, how it’s made and why it matters. 🤌
Proudly made in 🇧🇪

A bike like no other 👀🚴Crafted from ash with a walnut core, this frame was designed to the finest details alongside its ...
02/04/2026

A bike like no other 👀🚴

Crafted from ash with a walnut core, this frame was designed to the finest details alongside its proud owner . A subtle olive wood inlay runs along the side… a personal touch, brought back directly from Crete. 🫒 ☀️

This is more than a bike.
It’s a cult object.
A one-of-a-kind creation.

24/03/2026

Merci à la RTBF de mettre en avant notre savoir faire belge 🇧🇪👌🏻

Le vélo de Dimitri [🇬🇧below👇]Pour sa grande traversée de l’Europe, Dimitri voulait un vélo fiable, polyvalent et porteur...
22/02/2026

Le vélo de Dimitri [🇬🇧below👇]

Pour sa grande traversée de l’Europe, Dimitri voulait un vélo fiable, polyvalent et porteur de sens. Il tenait aussi à rouler sur une machine fabriquée proche de chez lui ... pari réussi puisque l'atelier ne se situe qu'à 15 km de son domicile .

Il passera des mois à arpenter routes secondaires et sentiers européens : le choix du Gravel s’est donc imposé naturellement.

Côté montage, nous avons privilégié la robustesse et l’efficacité :
• Transmission GRX 1x12 (820) pour la simplicité et la fiabilité
• Roues Swiss G1800, solides et prêtes à encaisser les kilomètres
• Pneus GravelKing X1 700x35c, rapides et accrocheurs
• Selle C17 Carved pour le confort longue distance
• Guidoline Brooks Microfiber
• Cintre Ergomax, pour une position stable et confortable

Le vélo sera complété par un montage en bikepacking : sacs de cadre, de selle et de cibtre pour l’autonomie nécessaire à cette aventure.

Un projet plein de sens:

Dimitri, pédiatre spécialisé dans les maladies infectieuses, a pris une année sabbatique pour concrétiser un projet qui lui tient profondément à cœur.

Fin mars 2026, il rejoindra Thessalonique (Grèce) en train, puis traversera l’Europe du sud au nord jusqu’à Stockholm avec son Zafi.

Dans chaque pays traversé, il donnera trois conférences adaptées à trois publics professionnels — agriculteurs, vétérinaires et médecins généralistes — afin de sensibiliser à la problématique de la résistance aux antibiotiques et à leur bon usage.

L’objectif final : réunir 100 000 € pour financer et implanter un laboratoire de microbiologie à Mbujimayi (Kasaï oriental, RDC).

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For his European crossing, Dimitri was looking for a bike that could truly support the journey ahead. He also cared deeply about riding a bike built less than 15 km from his home — a conscious choice that adds meaning to every kilometer he’ll ride.

He’ll be spending months exploring secondary roads and trails across Europe, which made a gravel bike the natural choice.

For this build, we focused on reliability and long-distance comfort:
• GRX 1x12 (820) drivetrain for simplicity and dependable performance
• DT Swiss G1800 wheels, strong and ready for heavy mileage
• Panaracer GravelKing X1 700x35c tires, balancing speed and grip
• Brooks C17 Carved saddle for lasting comfort
• Brooks Microfiber bar tape
• Ritchey Ergomax handlebar for a stable, ergonomic position

The bike will be completed with a full bikepacking setup — frame, saddle, and cockpit bags — giving him the autonomy needed for such a long adventure.

A project with purpose.

Dimitri, a pediatrician specialized in infectious diseases, has taken a sabbatical year to dedicate himself to a project that truly matters to him.

At the end of March 2026, he will travel by train to Thessaloniki (Greece) and then ride from southern Europe all the way to Stockholm with his Zafi.

In every country he crosses, he will give three talks tailored to three professional audiences — farmers, veterinarians, and general practitioners — raising awareness about antimicrobial resistance and the responsible use of antibiotics.

The ultimate goal: to raise €100,000 to fund and implement a microbiology laboratory in Mbujimayi (Eastern Kasai, DRC).

Ash or walnut? Which one would you choose? Two expressions. Two characters. One vision.
12/02/2026

Ash or walnut? Which one would you choose?

Two expressions. Two characters. One vision.

Enjoy the détails of this Gravel frame 🔎         🇧🇪
24/01/2026

Enjoy the détails of this Gravel frame 🔎

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Two years ago, Benjamin first contacted us for wooden aerobars. 🌪At the end of 2025, he came back with the wish to buy a...
15/01/2026

Two years ago, Benjamin first contacted us for wooden aerobars. 🌪
At the end of 2025, he came back with the wish to buy a bike that truly reflects who he is: a unique, personalized piece, made close to home. 🚲

His requirements? 🔍

A versatile bike that is both comfortable and sleek, and suitable for any terrain.

We chose a Campagnolo 1x13 Ekar drivetrain, Shamal wheels and 40 mm Panaracer GravelKing tyres.
Finished with bottle cages in ebonized black walnut.

Components:

👉Drivetrain: Campagnolo Ekar
👉Handlebar: Deda Gera
👉Fork: Deda Gera Curvy
👉Tyres: Panaracer GravelKing X1 TLR
👉Bottle cages: Zafi ebonized black walnut
👉Saddle: Selle Italia Novus Evo Boost

I wish you all a wonderful year, filled with unforgettable rides and inspiring encounters.In the coming weeks, some very...
12/01/2026

I wish you all a wonderful year, filled with unforgettable rides and inspiring encounters.

In the coming weeks, some very special bikes will be leaving the workshop, among them, one will discover the roads of Europe, and another will travel across the world.

Stay tuned, and ... ride on ! 🚴‍♂️

Adres

Louvain-la-Neuve

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