I am soooo happy each time I sell a bike to a commuter or for general city use. I feel just a little responsible for
helping someone help the environment - and reducing the number of cars on the road. This way, I can load up the Hummer, look cool and
not worry that some little econo-box will get stuck in my tire treads. YEE Haaaah.
Seriously though. I own a car. I'm not anti-car. But... if more people used bicycles more often to get to work, ride to school, do daily grocery trips or
those quick little jaunts less than 5km we'd have a healthier society, less road congestion, less impact on our environment, less fat around our midsections... It
really would be awesome.
We're proud to sell bikes that allow users to get the most out of cycling within the city.
City Bikes - many different types - for many different purposes.
Comfortable Bikes
This is a comfort bike - goodbye sore bum and back.
Comfort bikes combine the gears from a mountain bike with an upright sitting position, comfy saddle and brakes that actually work!
Want more comfort?
Bike Bros now offers a comfort package. Select one of our mountain hard-tails or
dual-sport hybrids, and we can upgrade the saddle, bars and/or stem for as little $99.
While commuter cyclists tend to use anything from an old 10speed to a fancy mountain bike for commuting, there
are bikes designed specifically for commuting. Typically, a commuter bike is built to be relatively simple and robust. Disc brakes are
a great choice on commuters, especially if used in the winter. It is surprising, but commuting is the most demanding use for a bike. The conditions
can often be wet, spraying gritty water into everything. Stop/start cycles happen at many street intersections. Maintenance is often missed because there
just doesn't seem to be time.
Your positioning on the bike will also be one of your options. If you have a long commute that allows for getting the bike up to full speed, a more aggressive
position on the bike is practical. If much of your commute is done in traffic, either with cars, pedestrians or other cyclists, a more upright sitting position
will make it easier/more comfortable to keep an eye on what is happening around you. Trust me from experience, using a road bike for a brief period of commuting,
when things got wet and I had to have my hands on the drops to feel like I had sufficient braking I ended up with cramps in the back of my neck when I got
into areas where I had to be looking ahead and around lots.
If you aren't into getting a strict commuter bike, we're happy to give you tips on what/and what not to buy if
commuting is going to be one of the uses for your new bike.
2013 Marin Fairfax SC3
24 (3x8) Speed Shimano Alivio
Hydraulic Disc brakes for easy braking in wet conditions or steep hills
Light Aluminum Frame with easier handling than traditional road bike
great road and/or city bike! versatile
$759
2013 Giant Seek 3
24 (3x8) Speed Shimano Drivetrain
Disc brakes for easy braking in wet conditions or steep hills
Fast and Tough sum up this bike
One of the original Commuter specific bikes
$629
2013 Giant Seek 2
27 Speed Shimano Drivetrain
Hydraulic Disc brakes for powerful brakes in all conditions
Fast, Tough with a subtle look to not attract theives
$759
2013 Marin Fairfax SC6
18 (2x9) Speed Shimano Sora simplifies shifting & keeps range of gears
Hydraulic Disc brakes for easy braking in wet conditions or steep hills
Fast commuter as able to do long road rides as commute with confidence
$1079
Marin Muirwoods 29er
Super tough Cromolly frame & fork
Disc brakes work great and pads wear better than rim brakes
A tire switch can make this a fast asphalt commuter or a burly back alley beast
17" or 20.5" left
$769 (2013 model $869)
Marin Belvedere
Fast, simple, fun commuter
24 speeds
linear pull brakes
20.5" left (fits 5'10 to 6'1)
Sale $549 was $675
Marin Fairfax
Light alloy frame, carbon fork
24 speed Shimano Sora
linear pull brakes
17", 19", 22" left
Sale $649 was $779
Marin Kentfield
Sale $499, was $570
practical, efficient, plus the comfort of suspension forks and seatpost.
20.5" (fits 5'10 to 6'1)
2010 Marin San Anselmo
Sale $649 was $805
Like the Kentfield with upgraded shifting, suspension fork & drivetrain.
20.5" only (fits 5'10 to 6'1)
2011 Marin San Anselmo
Suspension fork w/ Lockout
24 spd Shimano Deore
adjustable stem to fit upright if wanted
suspension seatpost for a comfy butt
19" (fits 5'7 to 5'11)
Sale $679 was $805
2010 Giant Seek 1
Sale $699 was $849
Sram X5 27 speed, Shimano Hydro discs. Great deal!
Size M only (5'7 to 5'10)
2012 Giant Seek 0
Sale $999 was $1199
Shimano Alfine internal 8 speed, hydraulic discs. The ultimate in tough, low maintenance commuters.
2011 Giant Rapid 3
Sale $579 was $639
Light Allux SL frame
24 speed. great value!
Size L (5'10 to 6'1)
Giant Transend LX
Sale $599 was $659
Size M (5'7 to 5'10)
24 speed, fenders, rack, disc brakes, light alloy frame.
Dual Sport (Suspension fork Equipped Hybrids)
Dual Sport, Cross Trail, X-Road - all branded names for essentially the same thing - a hybrid. A bike taking some inspiration from a road bike and some from
a mountain bike. So: if you're looking for a bike that is more comfortable and rugged than a road bike for knocking around roads, pathways and dirt pathways, yet lighter and faster than a mountain bike, this is your guy.
A broad range of quality, comfort levels and interpretations of this bike exist. Common features are: suspension fork, flat handlebars, a fit that has less reach between saddle and handlebars, tires
that are about 1/2 the width of mountain bike tires but on a slightly larger diameter wheel. This category has become very popular over the last couple years with a common story of 1/2 time commuter,
1/2 time riding with family on paths that may turn into little sections of dirt or light-duty off-road trails. Both the Giant and Marin offer excellent value - consider and try both to get one that
feels just right for you.
2011 Marin San Anselmo
Suspension fork w/ Lockout
24 spd Shimano Deore
adjustable stem to fit upright if wanted
suspension seatpost for a comfy butt
19" (fits 5'7 to 5'11)
Sale $679 was $805
Marin Kentfield
Sale $499, was $570
practical, efficient, plus the comfort of suspension forks and seatpost.
20.5" (fits 5'10 to 6'1)
2010 Marin San Anselmo
Sale $649 was $805
Like the Kentfield with upgraded shifting, suspension fork & drivetrain.
20.5" only (fits 5'10 to 6'1)
2013 Giant Roam 2
Suspension fork w/ Lockout
27 spd Shimano
Tektro Hydraulic Disc brakes
$629
2013 Giant Roam 2
Suspension fork w/ Lockout
27 spd Shimano
Tektro Hydraulic Disc brakes
$629
2013 Giant Rove (Woman's Model) 2
Suspension fork w/ Lockout
27 spd Shimano
Tektro Hydraulic Disc brakes
Geometry and saddle designed for a lady
$629
2013 Giant Roam XR2
Suspension fork w/ Lockout
30 spd Shimano Deore
Hydraulic disc brakes for easy braking on hills and in the wet
Upgrade with our comfort option for a more upright position
Roam XR models have lighter frame than non XR models plus upgraded parts
$999
2013 Giant Rove (women's model)
Suspension fork w/ Lockout
30 spd Shimano Deore
Hydraulic disc brakes for easy braking on hills and in the wet
These are actually Cyclocross and Touring bikes found on our road bikes page. There are so many people using these to commuter we figured we'd put them
here too. I consider these bikes to be the hardcore cyclists choice for a commuter. As much a decision based on getting a sexy bike as it is getting a practical commuter.
Who cares though... as long as you're riding.
Notice how many of these bikes are equipped with disc brakes... just that much nicer for crud-weather commuting.
2013 Giant TCX 1
20 Speed SRAM Rival
Allux SL frame with rack mounts (finally)
TRP CX linear brakes for better braking
$1799
2013 Marin Lombard
27 Speed Shimano Sora
Carbon forks on a disc equipped CX bike at this price - awesome
Out of the box awesome commuter.
$1139
2013 Marin Cortina
20 Speed SRAM Rival X0 combo
Race ready, commute ready, rip the street, paths and light trails ready...
$2159
Marin Cortina
Sale $1899 was $2659
Size 58 - 1 left (5'10 to 6'2)
Sram Rival 20 speed, carbon cranks...
There are a bunch of bikes we wish we could bring in but we just don't have endless amounts of space. So here are a few that we think are well done.
2013 Marin Bridgeway Triple
Light Aluminum stylish frame
21 gears to make it up the hills
chain guard, fenders, kickstand and rack...
All you need is a bell and your hippest clothing
$649
Marin Bridgeway EZ Step
Light Aluminum stylish frame
super low frame for riding in your prom dress or you just don't want to lift your leg too high getting on
Simple with only 7 gears...
1 15" remaining...
Sale $569
Marin Bridgeway Step Thru
Light Aluminum stylish frame
Simple with only 7 gears...
1 15" remaining...
$569
Giant Via 1
Cromolly frame
Internal 3spd hub.
1 Small, 1XL
Authentic vintage look but new technology & function
$599
2013 Giant Via 1 Woman's blue
Cromolly frame
Internal 3spd hub.
sturdy, stylish basket
Authentic vintage look but new technology & function
Get a deposit paid soon to ensure you get one
$599
2013 Giant Via 1 Woman's grey
Cromolly frame
Internal 3spd hub.
sturdy, stylish basket
Authentic vintage look but new technology & function
Get a deposit paid soon to ensure you get one
$599
Be Prepared
Just because you're riding within city limits doesn't mean you don't have to think ahead. For every twit who breaks a bottle, there is a good chance to get a flat
tire. For every nice day, is another nice day that turns nasty - Quick! For every you, there are a thousand other cyclists.
The point of this isn't to philosophise, it is to remind you to be self sufficient. Carry a pump, tube, patch kit and little emergency repair kit. A windproof vest folds
away to nothing but can be the difference between getting just a little chilly and freezing your but off. Lastly, remember a light and bell.
While we're speaking of bells and stuff. Many walkers and joggers don't like us cyclists - and in some cases they have good reason. We, as cyclists, must remember
to be courteous and give pedestrians enough room that they aren't alarmed or threatened as you pass.
A last tid-bit. Obey the laws. Every one of us is an ambassador for cycling. While dumb-asses in their Ford Subdivisions can do what they want, we pay the penalty of injury, death and
spoiling the image of cycling every time we break the law. Lets not give the vehicle drivers anything to bitch about!
