I have been doing a little bit of research on buying a dutch bike in Calgary. Their aren't that a lot of shops that possess a decent selection of Dutch Style bikes as the bigger shops either seem centered on road or mountain bikes. Not necessarily finding what I wanted at the bigger shops which I usually visit, I used google to start looking at the different brands and models out there.
My reason for buying a Dutch bike would be to simply have a decent bike to ride around town. Which is the real value with the Dutch bike from my perspective. The upright riding position, comfortable saddle and just relaxed style generally seems right for cruising over to the coffee shop.
I started by looking at the single speeds from a few of the manufactures labels I had seen locked up in the bike rack. For cruising around town, I don't see a need for anything other than a single speed. Brooklyn cruiser builds a cool, laid back looking single speed Dutch style bike called the Bedford.
The Brooklyn Cruiser website rambles on about it being the perfect ride for all kinds of people. Perfectly suited for peddling around the bicycle paths, commuting to the office, delivering newspapers or more simple needs like mine. The perfect steed for a little free spirited cruising or just heading out to grab a coffee.
Bullhorn bars, cushy tires and comfortably sprung saddles are what the Dutch Bikes are all about and really what my stable of speed inspired rigs is missing.
The Linus Roadster Classic is the other Dutch style bike that I really like. It is also a single speed but has a little sportier look and feel than the unit from Brooklyn Cruiser. Linus describes it is a elegant bicycle in its purest form. Stripped down, clean and profile inspired by the bikes of days gone by. 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 on the internet, I was also able to find a local boutique shop in Calgary that carries a full line of Dutch bikes and commuter accessories. After having gone through this online process with virtually every bike that I have ever owned, I know that I won't be able to make a decision until I have the chance to touch, feel and ride the bike to find the one that is right for me.
BikeBike is the 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.
My reason for buying a Dutch bike would be to simply have a decent bike to ride around town. Which is the real value with the Dutch bike from my perspective. The upright riding position, comfortable saddle and just relaxed style generally seems right for cruising over to the coffee shop.
I started by looking at the single speeds from a few of the manufactures labels I had seen locked up in the bike rack. For cruising around town, I don't see a need for anything other than a single speed. Brooklyn cruiser builds a cool, laid back looking single speed Dutch style bike called the Bedford.
The Brooklyn Cruiser website rambles on about it being the perfect ride for all kinds of people. Perfectly suited for peddling around the bicycle paths, commuting to the office, delivering newspapers or more simple needs like mine. The perfect steed for a little free spirited cruising or just heading out to grab a coffee.
Bullhorn bars, cushy tires and comfortably sprung saddles are what the Dutch Bikes are all about and really what my stable of speed inspired rigs is missing.
The Linus Roadster Classic is the other Dutch style bike that I really like. It is also a single speed but has a little sportier look and feel than the unit from Brooklyn Cruiser. Linus describes it is a elegant bicycle in its purest form. Stripped down, clean and profile inspired by the bikes of days gone by. 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 on the internet, I was also able to find a local boutique shop in Calgary that carries a full line of Dutch bikes and commuter accessories. After having gone through this online process with virtually every bike that I have ever owned, I know that I won't be able to make a decision until I have the chance to touch, feel and ride the bike to find the one that is right for me.
BikeBike is the 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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If you are looking for a great dutch bike check out this article for a couple of really cool options. Before I decided to buy a dutch bike I did a fair bit of research and found these awesome rigs I think you will like.
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