Hardwoods like maple, ash and mahogany aren't typically found in bicycle components, but they have proved a popular addition to Cane Creek's headset lineup. Cane Creek's Maple IS headset was introduced last year, followed by the 110 Reserve, which made its debut at last month's Handmade Bike Show. The headsets have received a warm reception among cyclists looking for performance combined with a unique look.

read: Tech Briefs, Bicycle Retailer, March 2008  (PDF)