DT Swiss is a Swiss-based company who designs & manufactures components used by bicycle manufacturers worldwide which include spokes, hubs, rims, wheels, rear suspension shocks, & front suspension forks. The products are also provided to key distributors on the North & South American continent for sale in the after-market through cycling shops. The sixteen year old USA operation in Grand Junction, Colorado is involved in the manufacturing of some of the product line as well as some of the sales, marketing, service, and support functions for bicycle manufacturers and distributors. Due to the high level of performance, quality, and relative low weight of the products, DT Swiss is considered a premium brand.
Grand Junction is a great place for DT Swiss’ North American home thanks in part to the lower costs of doing business, the high quality work ethic, and the many experiences Grand Junction offers any recruited employees. DT Swiss has found that their employees truly enjoy living and working in Grand Junction. That sentiment is shared by DT Swiss General Manager, Chip Barbieri.
Chip has lived in Grand Junction for many years and believes it is a great place to be especially when you consider that it is good for those looking for outdoor adventure as well as those looking to raise a family. The weather provides a nice, long, dry summer and has mild winters. “There are many events throughout the year in the pleasant downtown area, and the sense of community among the citizens is high,” says Chip. It is also helpful that even with the growth Grand Junction and Colorado in general have both seen, the cost of living remains reasonable.
For more information regarding the company or line of products, please log onto their global website at www.dtswiss.com.