If you’re trying to get out from behind that desk and to hit the road, one of these cutting-edge street bikes might be the urban steed you need.
Cycling has to be one of the best cardio workouts available to men outside a boxing ring. There’s something intoxicating about flying down a quiet parkway (or down a crowded street for that matter) at breakneck speed, legs burning, heart pumping, a grin across your face akin to Kevin Bacon in Quicksilver. These savvy cycles are just what you need to kick the year off with good intentions and even better habits.
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Jamis Quest Elite
The Jamis Quest Elite is a high-tech bike with an adjustable frame design that will fit all riders. At 9kg, the bike has an extended handlebar-rider distance, made possible with a longer wheelbase and relaxed head tube angle, making for a comfortable position for longer rides. Air-hardened steel prevents strength degradation of the tubes, while dropouts and seat collars are lost wax molded, resulting in a lighter yet stronger frame.
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Marin Nicasio
As happy on the track as it is on the street, the Marin Nicasio has a butted 4130 CrMo frame with a high tire clearance of up to 700x40mm, and disc brakes that provide better-controlled stopping. Well-suited for your ultimate daily commute or even off-road adventures, the Nicasio features Beyond Road geometry, which provides enhanced stability, no matter the weather or road surface.
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Pinarello Dogma F8 Disk
Fancy tackling a road race? The Pinarello Dogma F8 Disk, one of the brand’s three Dogma frames, has an upgraded braking system with hydraulic disk brakes, making coming to a halt easier than ever. The race-ready bike has a 12mm ThruAxle that provides stiffness and perfect wheel alignment for better handling, while its frame, with Flat Mount calipers as standard, complements its sleek and stylish design.
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Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Wythe
The lightweight Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Wythe, in raw or matte black, weighs only 11kg at size large and features a durable 4130 CrMo steel frame and forks making it the ultimate urban ride. Available in freewheeled or fixed gear models, this low-profile bike features puncture-resistant tires with smooth-riding wheels so you don’t get stuck with a flat in the wrong neighbourhood.
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Pinarello Rokh
Another Pinarello, designed to suit various cycling styles, the Pinarello Rokh provides high performance even during road races. Featuring tapered Onda Rokh forks, this cutting-edge street bike, available in three hand-painted colours and seven sizes, has great handling, while its carbon fiber frame helps to deliver a smooth and easy ride.
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