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SRAM and BESPOKED Announce Third Annual Inclusivity Scholarship for European Framebuilders

Published June 3, 2025

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3rd June, 2025 – BESPOKED, in partnership with SRAM, announces the launch of the SRAM Inclusivity Scholarship for its third consecutive year. This initiative reinforces their ongoing dedication to diversity, inclusivity, and representation within the European cycling and framebuilding communities.

The SRAM Inclusivity Scholarship provides invaluable support to talented framebuilders from underrepresented backgrounds, offering them the opportunity to showcase their craftsmanship at BESPOKED Dresden, taking place from 10-12 October 2025 at Dresden International Airport.

Scholarship Details:

Recipients of the scholarship will receive:

  • Funded Exhibition Space: A fully funded stand at BESPOKED 2025, enabling direct contact to industry leaders, media, and cycling enthusiasts.
  • Mentorship Opportunities: Tailored guidance from experienced industry experts leading up to the event.
  • Media Coverage: Dedicated promotional coverage through BESPOKED and SRAM’s media channels, spotlighting the recipients’ stories and builds.
  • SRAM Components: components provided by SRAM for scholars show bike builds

Eligibility:

“If you don't see people like you represented fairly in cycling, we encourage you to apply. If you're uncertain of your eligibility, apply regardless—you will not be taking a place from another candidate. BESPOKED and SRAM engage in a thorough selection process focused on fostering genuine, long-term change within the cycling community.”

Petor Georgallou - BESPOKED Organiser and Director

Diversity and inclusivity are core to BESPOKED's mission, essential to building a stronger, better community for everyone.

Testimonials:

Chris Schmidt of Good Grief, 2024 Scholarship Recipient:

“It was truly an honor to share my Paiute-Shoshone and Zuni background with people, as much as it was to share my bike.”

Application Information:

Applications are open tomorrow, Wednesday 4th June. The deadline to apply is 4th July, 2025. Successful applicants will be notified by 25th July, 2025.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://www.bespoked.cc/scholarship

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About BESPOKED:

BESPOKED is the world’s largest handmade bicycle show, celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, and innovation in cycling.

About SRAM:

SRAM is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance bicycle components, renowned for innovation across road, mountain, and gravel cycling.