Top Ten Bicycles for Cruising

Top Ten Bicycles for Cruising

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Cruiser bikes line the boardwalk and bike paths of beach towns. Designed for easy rides, cruisers opt for comfort over speed. Features for comfort and carrying gear add weight, but the extra pounds don't matter for the relaxed rides and easy terrain where cruiser bikes excel.

Electra Townie Original 1

The Townie Original 1 uses Electra's Flatfoot Technology that lets you put your feet on the ground while staying in your seat. This takes the balance out of stopping and starting on your bike. The Original 1 comes with a single speed for a simple design with fewer parts to worry about maintaining. The Townie Original 1 retails from $399 and can be found at electrabikes.com.

Electra Ratrod 3i

Electra's Ratrod 3i gives flare to cruising bikes. Painted in chrome black with red flames, the Ratrod carries chopper style. Three internal gears add function to style to help you up hills. The Ratrod 3i retails for $449. Learn more at electrabikes.com.

Electra Betty 3i

The Betty 3i is Electra's women's equivalent of the Ratrod. The Betty comes with sleek black paint that highlights pink flames. Three gears are built into an internal hub to keep moving parts away from your clothes and bike grease off your beach gear. You can purchase the Betty 3i for $449 at electrabikes.com.

Electra Amsterdam Classic 3i

Electra's Amsterdam Classic 3i offers the style and function of a vintage European commuter bike. The Amsterdam comes with a rear rack to carry your gear. Front and rear fenders let you cruise in all weather. Internal hub lights provide visibility without ever buying batteries. The Amsterdam Classic 3i retails for $750. Learn more at electrabikes.com.

Retrovelo Paula 8

The Retrovelo Paula comes with big balloon tires for stability and comfort. A step-through frame lets ladies ride easily in skirts and dresses. An upright riding position and wide handlebars create a relaxed ride. You can purchase the Paula for $2,139 at clevercycles.com.

Retrovelo Paul 8

The Paul 8 is the men's version of Retrovelo's Paula. Balloon tires and a leather saddle give the Paul vintage style. Eight internal gears offer a similar gear range found on bikes with front and rear derailleurs, but the internal hub keeps the bike's design sleek. The Paul retails for $2,139 at clevercycles.com.

WorkCycles Opa

The WorkCycle Opa offers practical features with cruising comfort. An upright riding position creates a relaxed ride. An oversized front basket and rear rack let you carry gear for the entire family. You can purchase the Opa at clevercycles.com for $1,599.99.

Bakfiets Cargobike

Retailing for $2,750, you can leave your car at home and cruise with anything on the Bakfiets Cargobike. A traditional Dutch bicycle, the Bakfiets comes with an oversized cargo bucket that's sturdy and big enough to carry your beach gear and your kids. Purchase the Bakfiets at clevercycles.com.

Electra Swing Tandem 3i

The Electra Swing Tandem 3i lets you cruise with a partner. Twenty-six inch tires absorb more bumps in the road compared to tandems with road bike tires. Three internal gears keep the design simple while allowing you to match your gear to the terrain. The Swing Tandem 3i retails from $1,099.99 and can be found at electrabikes.com.

Marin Muir Beach 20

Girls can cruise on Marin's Muir Beach. This 20-inch bike mirrors the upright riding and wide handlebars of adult cruisers. A single speed and coaster break keep riding simple. Pink paint and butterfly decals add feminine style. The Marin Muir Beach 20 retails for $269.99 at marinbikes.com.

Article Written By Kathrine Cole

Kathrine Cole is a professional outdoor educator. She teaches rock climbing, backpacking, cycling, and bike maintenance classes. She is a graduate of the National Outdoor Leadership School, a Wilderness First Responder, and a Leave No Trace Trainer.

Write for Trails.com
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