Shinola Bicycles

The Detroit-based brand picks up credibility and direction with bicycle industry designer veteran Sky Yaeger leading the way

Launched less than a year ago, Detroit’s consumer goods company Shinola is still picking up speed, as well as worldwide recognition. In July 2012 we had the opportunity to visit their expansive HQ in midtown Motor City, where we witnessed first-hand the brand’s dedication to American manufacturing through impressive watch-making facilities and a bicycle assembly area in a space only a city like Detroit could …

Lunis Reflective Crescent Windshell

A stealth way to stay safe while cycling at night

After seeing three friends hit by cars while riding their bicycles at night in a span of just a few months, Los Angeles-based designer Brett Clouser felt compelled to found Lunis, an outdoor specific clothing brand with the goal of creating reflective clothing that is as attractive as it is protective. Much in the same way many people avoid wearing helmets for fear of simply …

Rapha & Raeburn

Brotherly love in a limited-edition capsule collection of cycling apparel

Unrivaled in their field, Rapha never misses an opportunity to impress with impeccably crafted, aesthetically superior soft goods designed for the city dwelling cycling enthusiast. As long time supporters of the UK-based brand, we were excited to learn about their upcoming spring collection, created in collaboration with fashion designer and fellow Brit, Christopher Raeburn. Every collaboration Rapha embarks upon is worth a few words, but …