Two big things have happened this week.
1. I officially rolled 1500 miles on the Trek
2. I discovered Public has officially introduced their Dutch-Style bicycle.
In regard to the 1500,
it happened a few days before I expected it
and I was beyond ecstatic
when I realized what was about to happen.
This was a big deal to me.
I spoke a bit about the reasons why
@ 1400.
It was a great Autumn night for a ride
and I had a lot of fun snapping some shots for posterity
on my final mile.
In regard to the new bicycle by Public,
I received a very exciting preview of this bicycle
while I was in SF in August.
I was sworn to secrecy, until now...
It was a real thrill to see the drawings for the new bicycle
hanging on the wall in the back of the store
and an even bigger thrill to be asked my opinion.
I am really curious to try one of these out when I have a chance.
Right now part of me knows after talking to Dan
that these bicycles are something a bit above the average Dutch-Style imitations,
but part of me also wonders what one can really get for $495.
However, a large part of me
is beyond excited
that a US Bicycle company
has FINALLY
introduced a beautiful
Dutch-style bicycle
with a clever modern twist into my market.
Granted, these bicycles are not the Pash,
but that is not the point.
I am curious to hear what you all think.
Anyone planning on a test ride?
Would you pay the affordable $495
or hold out for a true high quality Dutch-style bike?
Do you think you get what you pay for?
Or are you purely into aesthetics?
I spend a lot of time on my bicycles,
and I can tell you you get what you pay for,
but I am also very excited
about a beautiful entry-level bicycle
that gets people out riding.
I love my lycra,
but I also love riding in skirts,
and I am very excited
about a beautiful well-designed bicycle
that gets people out riding.
touché
Public
touché
In fact,
I am excited about this contest
so I'm flying a little banner up there
for y'all to get involved.
Have fun writing,
but don't work too hard
because
I will be winning the contest...
