Project 16 – Wood World Tour: The first Zafi to circle the globe
7 August 2022. Giorgio Fouarge — alias Wood World Tour — embarked on a world tour by bicycle. His bike of choice: Zafi No. 16.
Giorgio’s journey was never about breaking records. It was about showcasing an alternative philosophy of travel. The timber used for his frame comes from an orchard just outside Brussels. To travel the world on local soil; to demonstrate that a bike can be at once technical, sustainable, and profoundly tied to its provenance.
Built for longevity.
His Zafi Roots was outfitted for the long road ahead:
- Drivetrain: Shimano GRX 800 2×11
- Wheelset: Scribe Core 50-D HD
- Rack: Tailfin
- Aero Bars: Profile Design
- Bags: Apidura (frame & handlebar)
“>Delivered in July 2022. Just weeks later, it left Europe for an epic 33,000-kilometre journey. Thousands of miles. Contrasting climates. From flawless tarmac to the most unlikely trails.
Riding for a cause Through the Wood World Tour, Giorgio promotes sustainable, human-scale tourism. Taking the time. Crossing borders while truly connecting with people. A book retracing his adventure is now available. We have copies in stock—simply send us an email to order yours. Because a journey always continues, long after the arrival.
Technical Specifications:
- Model: Zafi Roots
- Frame: Walnut
- Finition : Vernis brillant
- Drivetrain: Shimano GRX 800 2×11
- Wheelset: Scribe Core 50-D HD
- Aero Bars: Profile Design
- Bags: Apidura (frame & handlebar), Tailfin (rack)
- Frame Builder: Simon
- Varnish: Cédric