Argonaut RM3 Named One of Bicycling Magazine’s Best Road Bikes of 2022

We’re thrilled to announce that Bicycling Magazine has recognized the Argonaut RM3 as one of the 7 Best Road Bikes of 2022. In their review, they said:

“…this Argonaut RM3 is one of the best-riding road bikes I’ve ridden in my more than 25 years of working for Bicycling because I can’t pretend that this Argonaut is anything other than a masterpiece.”

This accolade is a testament to the engineering, design, and ride quality that define Argonaut Cycles’ approach to high-performance bicycles.

What Makes the RM3 Stand Out

The RM3 represents a new benchmark in road bike performance, blending lightweight carbon construction with a unique ride feel inspired by steel frames. Unlike many high-end carbon bikes that can feel fragile or overly damped, the RM3 achieves a perfect balance of responsiveness, stiffness, and comfort. Riders experience a bike that is both darting and communicative, yet substantial enough to feel planted on the road.

Bicycling Magazine highlighted the RM3’s distinctive ride quality:

• Smooth yet substantial: The bike glides over asphalt while maintaining a grounded feel.

• Precision and predictability: Quick acceleration and responsiveness without the brittle “carbon” sensation.

• Unique Argonaut character: A ride quality that reflects the founder’s roots in steel frame building, offering a subtle nod to traditional bikes while leveraging modern carbon fiber advantages.

Custom Tubing and Geometry

Every RM3, even in a stock geometry, is built with customized tubing that accounts for your weight, power output, and riding style. Riders can also opt for fully custom geometry, extending delivery time but providing a truly personalized road bike experience. A wide range of finishes and build kits ensures your RM3 is both performance-driven and visually striking.

Performance Meets Value

While the RM3 is priced at $6,500 for the stock frameset, it offers exceptional value for a U.S.-made, custom-tubed road bike. Even top-of-the-line builds, such as the $15,500 review bike with SRAM Red AXS, compare favorably to high-end, mass-produced frames like:

• Pinarello Dogma F ($6,950)

• Bianchi Oltre XR4 disc ($6,175)

• De Rosa Merak ($6,000)

• Specialized Aethos Sagan Collection ($6,000)

With the RM3, riders gain a hand-crafted, responsive, and truly unique road bike—one that redefines what a high-performance carbon bike can feel like.

Ride the RM3

Whether you’re chasing speed on the open road or seeking a ride that communicates every nuance of the terrain, the Argonaut RM3 delivers an unparalleled cycling experience. Discover why Bicycling Magazine calls it a masterpiece of modern road bike design.