Moots Cycles Factory Tour — Steamboat Springs, Colorado

Discover the Moots Cycles Factory Tour in Colorado

Visit Moots Cycles in Steamboat Springs—one of the world’s most respected titanium bicycle manufacturers. This fascinating behind-the-scenes tour takes you into the welding booths, machining rooms, and finishing areas where Moots hand-builds high-performance titanium road, gravel, mountain, and adventure bikes.
Why it’s special:
Moots is one of the few U.S. factories still crafting fully handmade titanium frames, offering a rare look at premium bike manufacturing from raw tubing to finished frames.

History/Story of Moots Cycles

Founded in 1981, Moots began as a small mountain-bike workshop in Steamboat Springs. When the company moved to titanium in the early 1990s, it became a global leader in durable, high-performance frame design. Every Moots frame is still built by hand in Colorado, with signature details like “stack-of-dimes” welds and elegant, minimalist geometry.

What You’ll See & Do at Moots Cycles

• Walk the shop floor to see raw titanium tubing transformed into custom frames

• Watch expert welders create Moots’ iconic perfectly stacked TIG welds

• Learn how precision machining, cutting, bending, and alignment take place

• See finishing touches including bead blasting, polishing, and logo inlays

• Visit the design and engineering room for insights into bike geometry and testing

• Explore the showroom with complete bikes and current frame models

Hands-On Elements: Touch titanium samples, see weld demonstrations up close, handle frame components, and ask builders about their techniques.
Photo/Video Policy: Photos allowed in most areas; flash and filming may be restricted near welding stations.
Souvenirs & Extras: Moots apparel, hats, water bottles, titanium accessories, stickers, and demo-day information.

Pricing of the Moots Cycles Factory Tour

• Factory Tour: Free

• Demo Ride Add-On (seasonal): Pricing varies by model

• Tour reservations recommended

Practical Info for Visiting Moots Cycles

Duration: 45–60 minutes
Format: Guided walking tour through machining and welding areas
Schedule & Seasonality: Tours offered select weekdays; limited availability during production peaks
Working Hours: Typically 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (tour times vary)
Audience: Cyclists, bike builders, engineering students, outdoor enthusiasts
Accessibility: Shop floor includes narrow walkways; some areas require safety glasses
Safety & Restrictions:

• Closed-toe shoes required

• Stay behind marked lines during welding

• Safety glasses may be provided
  Languages: English
  Group & School Visits: Groups welcome with advance reservation; ideal for engineering classes
  What to Bring/Wear: Comfortable shoes, no loose clothing around machinery
  Facilities: Showroom, retail counter, restrooms, parking
  Closures & Downtime: Welding or machining may pause depending on production; holiday closures common

Nearby

• Yampa River Core Trail – perfect for a post-tour bike ride

• Steamboat Ski Resort

• Downtown Steamboat Springs shops & cafés

• Howelsen Hill biking trails

FAQs About Visiting Moots Cycles

Will I see actual welding during the tour?
Most days yes—Moots welders work throughout the day, offering a great chance to watch titanium frames being TIG-welded live.

Do they build every frame by hand?
Yes—every Moots frame is hand-built, welded, aligned, and finished on-site in Steamboat.

Can I test-ride a Moots bike?
Seasonally—demo bikes are sometimes available, especially during summer and fall events.

Are photos of the welders allowed?
Usually yes, but without flash and with respect for worker safety and visibility.

Do they make custom geometry frames?
Yes—Moots offers personalized builds and “Routt YBB,” “Vamoots,” and other models with custom options.