Monday, July 1, 2013

I Need A Commuter Bike

I Need A Commuter Bike


by Roger Hammer


I have been doing a little bit of research on purchasing a dutch bike in Calgary. Their aren't that many shops that possess a decent assortment of Dutch Style bikes as the bigger shops either seem centered on road or mountain bikes. Not exactly finding precisely what I wanted in the bigger shops that I usually visit, I made use of Google to start looking at the different models and brands out there.

My motive for purchasing a Dutch bike should be to merely have a quality bike to ride around town. That's the real value with the Dutch bike from my perspective. The upright riding position, comfortable saddle and just relaxed style generally seems good for cruising over to the coffee shop.

The first bike that really grabbed my attention was the Brooklyn Cruiser single speed called the Bedford. Thinking about the way in which I am likely to make use of the Dutch bike along with the sort of riding that I ought to be able to use it for, I am thinking the single speed Dutchie will likely be all that I need.

The Brooklyn Cruiser website carries on about this being the perfect ride for many styles of people. Perfectly designed for peddling round the bicycle paths, commuting for work, delivering newspapers or more simple needs like mine. The perfect steed for a little free spirited cruising or just going out to grab a coffee.

Bullhorn bars, cushy tires and comfortably sprung saddles are exactly what the Dutch Bikes are all about and really what my stable of speed inspired rigs is missing.

The Linus Roadster Classic may be the other Dutch style bike which I appreciate. It is also a single speed but possesses a little sportier appearance and feel than the unit from Brooklyn Cruiser. Linus describes it is as elegant bicycle in its purest form. Stripped down, clean and profile inspired by the bikes of the past. I really like that and I agree with their description. It certainly has clean and sharp minimalistic lines.

While narrowing my search to these two online, I was also able to find a nearby boutique shop in Calgary that carries a full-line of Dutch bikes and commuter accessories. After having undergone this online process with nearly each and every bike that I've ever owned, I realize that I will likely not have the ability to come to a decision until I can touch, feel and ride the bike to determine the one that's appropriate for me.

BikeBike is the best place to go in Calgary for Dutch Bikes, Cargo bikes and, like I said, anything that you might need for commuting or recreational urban cycling. I recommend you check them out.




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