Fifteen years ago Kestrel introduced their first bike the Kestrel 4000. In 1988 they built the first carbon mountain bike frame. In 1989 they developed ultralight "EMS" road frames. This started many developments to come from Kestrel through today.

The EMS 300 has one of the most spectacular finishes of any bike at Interbike. EMS stands for "Special Enhanced Modulus (stiffness)" graphite. This allows Kestrel to use less material in frame construction, yielding an almost 25% weight savings over standard Kestrels, while still retaining strength and stiffness characteristics. The 2.4-pound EMS frame is available as frameset or complete bike, in Amber Clear or Black finish.

The Talon was new for 2001. Manufacturing cost of the frame was ruduced by utilizing their EMS technology in the seat and chain stay sections. This is an all-around and UCI legal racing bike. Also uniquely adaptable for time trial and multisport use with its advanced aero design and custom, multi-position Kestrel aero seatpost. Full modular carbon construction; Lifetime Warranty. 3.2-pound Talon frame with 1-1/8" EMS Pro/OS fork. Available as a complete bike with Ultegra STI or 105 STI groups, or in the Limited Edition Ironman Triathlon/Ultegra aero package.

The Edge is new for 2002. A monocoque main frame is molded from Kestrel's proprietart 700K Carbon/Aramid. This is matched with a FSR rear end made from 6000-series aluminum. The rear Fox air/oil shock can be adjusted to provide 3-4" of travel. The frame weighs 5.5. pounds.