If you’re in the city and looking for a fixie or a single gear for your daily commute, boy do I have a bike for you. The very first thing you notice about the Goldencycle 2PRO Bicycle ($555) are the gold rims, cranks, seat post, and handlebars. These gold components aren’t just for looks, but the gold anodization process makes the aluminum components about 8 times harder and provides a more effective protective surface. Paired with these components is a classic matte steel frame that resists dirt and dust, allowing the bike to keep its killer looks for a long time. Additional features include a GULI gold anodized FlipFlop hub, for either fixed gear or free-running modes, and front Winzip Race 400 dual pivot quick release brakes. Now if you’re in one of the bigger cities like New York or London, you’ll definitely want to check out post on ‘The Best Bike Locks’ because you’ll need one if you plan on leaving this bad boy on the street for any length of time.
Shinola out of Detroit makes beautifully handcrafted products. Whether it’s their watches, bicycles or leather goods there is a huge attention to detail in everything they do. The Shinola Runwell Di2 Limited Edition Bicycle ($4500) features an American-made lugged steel frame and forks with Shimano Di2 electronic shifting and Alfine hydraulic brakes, which give you […]