I am looking for a Dutch bike in Calgary, I had some major snags finding a shop that has any experience in anything besides mountain bikes and road bicycles. With Dutch bicycles picking up in popularity this was annoying, however the shops in the city appear more focused on moving tonnes of units instead of serving specialty market stuff. I turned to the web and Google to begin my hunt instead.
I want a Dutch Bike so I don't have to climb on my road bike or mountain bike for an easy peddle around town. This seems to be the market they are going after and have really filled the niche. For making a quick trip to the store, the relaxed riding style, upright positioning and comfortable seat looks like the perfect bike for me.
The first bike that really caught interest is a Brooklyn Cruiser single speed called the Bedford. Contemplating the way I am going utilize the Dutch bike along with the sort of riding that I need to be ready to do using it, I am thinking the single speed Dutchie would be all that I need.
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.
That really is all that I am looking for, the appeal of big curved handle bars and tires that don't pick up every crack in the road. I have a few bikes but none of them could be described that way.
The Linus website makes me feel like I am preparing on riding a Grande Tour in the Alps during the 40's or 50's when I dream about the other bike that I found. A beautiful Dutch Bike they call the Roadster Classic really is about the purest form I could imagine in a bicycle. It has a minimal look while maintaining all the comfortable geometry and handling I am looking for.
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.
The staff and selection at Bike Bike in Calgary is amazing. The carry a full line of utility bikes, cargo bikes and Dutch bikes along with a wide variety of other fun stuff for cycling and hanging out.
I want a Dutch Bike so I don't have to climb on my road bike or mountain bike for an easy peddle around town. This seems to be the market they are going after and have really filled the niche. For making a quick trip to the store, the relaxed riding style, upright positioning and comfortable seat looks like the perfect bike for me.
The first bike that really caught interest is a Brooklyn Cruiser single speed called the Bedford. Contemplating the way I am going utilize the Dutch bike along with the sort of riding that I need to be ready to do using it, I am thinking the single speed Dutchie would be all that I need.
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.
That really is all that I am looking for, the appeal of big curved handle bars and tires that don't pick up every crack in the road. I have a few bikes but none of them could be described that way.
The Linus website makes me feel like I am preparing on riding a Grande Tour in the Alps during the 40's or 50's when I dream about the other bike that I found. A beautiful Dutch Bike they call the Roadster Classic really is about the purest form I could imagine in a bicycle. It has a minimal look while maintaining all the comfortable geometry and handling I am looking for.
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.
The staff and selection at Bike Bike in Calgary is amazing. The carry a full line of utility bikes, cargo bikes and Dutch bikes along with a wide variety of other fun stuff for cycling and hanging 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 these are the two that I like the best.
