In 1979, Stella Yu opened the first Velo factory with the capacity to produce 50 saddles a day. With passion and vision, Velo has grown to be the powerhouse it is today with multiple global locations utilizing cutting-edge manufacturing technologies to develop some of the most innovative products in the bicycle industry. As a worldwide bicycle saddle manufacturing expert producing more than 3,000 models of saddles, Velo has the confidence to satisfy any discerning rider. Annually, Velo produces 15 million saddles, 20 million grips and 4 million bar tapes.