Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.
Core-Line - Earthstone State Bicycle Co.

Core-Line - Earthstone

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FrameHi tensile steel frame and fork with a five year warranty and rack mounts.
Gearing44x16 on a flip flop hub. A 16T freewheel and a fixed cog are both in the box.
TiresKenda 700 x 28c on 40mm deep V rims with sealed bearing hubs.
BrakesDual pivot forged alloy calipers, front and rear, fitted before it ships.
SizesFour sizes, 46 to 58cm, for riders 5 foot to 6 foot 2.

Fit

Find your size

Sizes overlap on purpose. Between two, the smaller rides more upright and the larger stretches you out. Every size shares a 405mm chain stay, a 45mm fork offset, a 50mm bottom bracket drop and a 170mm crank, so the handling stays consistent across the range. State publish rider heights of 5 foot to 6 foot 2 across the four sizes.

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Core-Line

Core-Line Overview

The State Bicycle Co. Core-Line in Earthstone is a hi tensile steel fixed gear and single speed bike from $449.99. State call the Core-Line what they are best known for, and they back the frame and fork with a five year warranty. It weighs 24 lb 8 oz in a 54cm on their own figure.

It is geared 44x16 on a sealed bearing flip flop hub, and both cogs come with it: a 16T freewheel on one side and a fixed cog on the other. Platform pedals are included, the brakes are fitted front and rear before it ships, and the grips are the Cult x Vans waffle pattern. The frame carries rack mounts on the seat stays and eyelets on the fork.

You choose the cockpit at checkout. Riser bars are the standard build at $449.99. Bullhorn bars and drop bars are $25 more. Skip it if you want gears, discs or a chromoly frame.

Standards you can build on

Every interface on this bike is an established size. 27.2mm seatpost, 68mm English threaded bottom bracket, a 130 BCD chainring, 100mm front and 120mm rear spacing, and a flip flop hub threaded for a standard freewheel. State back the frame and fork with a five year warranty.

Questions before buying? Call or text 718.808.6415, Monday to Friday.

HI TENSILE STEEL, BUILT TO CARRY

The frame and the fork are hi tensile steel. It is the heavier of the two steels State use and it is why this bike costs less than the chromoly 4130, but State still warrant the frame and fork for five years. Complete bikes run from 11,406g on a 46cm to 11,870g on a 58cm on their spec guide.

What the frame adds is mounts. There are rack mounts on the seat stays, eyelets on the fork and cable stops on the frame, so a rack or a set of fenders bolts on rather than clamping around a tube. The dropouts are horizontal with integrated chain tensioners, which is how you set chain tension without a derailleur.

State Core-Line Earthstone against a weathered steel wall, drive side, showing the full frameState Core-Line Earthstone against a weathered steel wall, three quarter view of the frame

THREE BARS, ONE BIKE

Handle Bars is an option at checkout, and unlike the rest of the State range it is not free. The 570mm riser bar is the standard build at $449.99 and comes with the Cult x Vans waffle pattern grips. The 420mm bullhorn and the 450mm drop bar are $474.99, and both come wrapped in bar tape instead.

All three run the same frame, the same 90mm steel stem and the same dual pivot calipers, so the only thing that changes is where your hands sit. Risers put you upright for traffic, bullhorns give you something to pull against out of the saddle, and drops give you a low position and more places to rest your hands.

State Core-Line Earthstone with riser bars and Cult x Vans grips, drive side profileState Core-Line Earthstone with bullhorn bars, drive side profileState Core-Line Earthstone with drop bars, drive side profile
Cult x Vans Waffle Grips

Cult x Vans Waffle Grips

The Core-Line grips are the Cult x Vans waffle pattern, on the riser build, with the brake lever set beside them.

Sealed Bearing Flip Flop Hub

Sealed Bearing Flip Flop Hub

The red high flange hub runs on sealed bearings and is threaded both sides, for the 16T freewheel on one and the fixed cog on the other.

44T Forged Crank

44T Forged Crank

A forged 6061 aluminium crank with a 44T chainring on a 130 BCD spider, 170mm arms on every size.

Steel Frame, Five Year Warranty

Steel Frame, Five Year Warranty

Hi tensile steel frame and fork on a 1 1/8 inch threadless headset, warranted by State for five years.

Frame Hi tensile steel with seat stay rack mounts, fork eyelet mounts and cable stops. Five year frame and fork warranty
Fork Hi tensile steel, 1 1/8 inch threadless steerer, 402mm length, 45mm offset
Dropouts Horizontal with integrated chain tensioners
Headset 1 1/8 inch threadless
Bottom Bracket Sealed cartridge, JIS square taper, English threaded, 68mm x 103mm
Crankset Forged 6061 aluminium, 170mm arms on every size
Chainring 44T, 130 BCD
Gearing 44 x 16
Cog 16T freewheel and a fixed cog, both included
Chain YAB
Hubs Sealed bearing flip flop, 40mm high flange, 100mm front / 120mm rear
Brakes Dual pivot forged alloy calipers front and rear, 23.8mm lever clamp, fitted before the bike ships
Wheels 700c aluminium deep V, 40mm rim depth
Spokes 14 gauge steel, 3 cross, 269mm
Tires Kenda 700 x 28c. State list 28c as the suggested maximum, and note that riders have fitted up to 32c
Handlebar Riser 570mm with Cult x Vans waffle grips as standard, or bullhorn 420mm, or drop 450mm with bar tape. Bullhorn and drop add $25
Stem Steel, 25.4mm clamp, 90mm length, plus or minus 7 degrees
Seatpost Alloy, 27.2mm x 220mm
Seatpost Clamp Aluminium, 29.5mm
Saddle Synthetic leather with steel rails
Pedals Plastic platform pedals, included
Weight State list 24 lb 8 oz for a 54cm on their product page. Their spec guide gives 11,406g on a 46cm up to 11,870g on a 58cm
— Frame geometry — 46cm / 50cm / 54cm / 58cm
Chain Stay 405mm / 405mm / 405mm / 405mm
Fork Offset 45mm / 45mm / 45mm / 45mm
Head Tube 105mm / 105mm / 105mm / 135mm
Head Tube Angle 71.5° / 72° / 71° / 73°
Seat Tube 460mm / 500mm / 540mm / 580mm
Seat Tube Angle 74° / 74° / 73° / 73°
Top Tube (Effective) 513mm / 522mm / 538mm / 555mm
— Rider height — 5'0" - 5'4" / 5'4" - 5'7" / 5'7" - 5'11" / 5'11" - 6'2"

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

Core-Line Complete Bike

Ships partially assembled. Attach the front wheel, handlebars and seatpost, then set your saddle height. Budget about 30 minutes with basic tools.

Freewheel, Cog And Pedals Included

The flip flop hub ships with both a 16T freewheel and a fixed cog, and platform pedals are in the box. The brakes are fitted front and rear before it leaves.

Belcopia Support

We are an authorized State Bicycle Co. dealer, so every bike is backed by State’s own warranty. Questions before or after the sale, call or text 718.808.6415, Monday to Friday.

Questions before buying

Does the Core-Line come with a freewheel, or only a fixed cog?

Both, and neither is an extra. State ship a 16T freewheel and a fixed gear cog, one on each side of the flip flop hub. Ride it fixed, or flip the rear wheel around to coast. Platform pedals are included and the brakes are fitted front and rear before it leaves.

Is the Core-Line frame 4130 chromoly?

No. State build the Core-Line frame and fork from hi tensile steel, which is the heavier of the two steels they use and the reason this bike costs less than the 4130. State still warrant the frame and fork for five years. If you want chromoly, that is the 4130 at $579.99.

Do the three handlebars cost the same?

No, and this is the one State bike where they do not. Riser bars with the Cult x Vans waffle grips are the standard build at $449.99. Bullhorn bars and drop bars are $474.99, so $25 more, and come wrapped in bar tape. The frame, stem and brakes are identical on all three.

How much does the Core-Line weigh?

State list 24 lb 8 oz for a 54cm on their product page. Their spec guide gives the full range in grams, from 11,406g on a 46cm to 11,870g on a 58cm. The two figures do not quite agree, so both are given here rather than averaged.

Can I fit a rack or fenders?

Yes, and it is one of the reasons to pick this bike. State build it with rack mounts on the seat stays, eyelet mounts on the fork and cable stops on the frame, so a rack or a set of fenders bolts on rather than clamping around a tube.

What is the widest tire that fits?

It ships on Kenda 700 x 28c tires and State list 28c as the suggested maximum. They note that riders have fitted up to 32c, but fitment varies with the tire brand and the wheel. This is a road width bike, not a gravel one.

What size should I get?

State build four sizes covering riders from 5 foot to 6 foot 2. The 46cm suits 5 foot to 5 foot 4, the 50cm 5 foot 4 to 5 foot 7, the 54cm 5 foot 7 to 5 foot 11, and the 58cm 5 foot 11 to 6 foot 2. Sizes overlap on purpose. Between two, the smaller rides more upright.

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Robert WILSON
Lucky Penny Core Line- the best bike I didn’t know I needed

I recently purchased my new Lucky Penny. In the week I’ve owned it I’ve ridden over 100 miles. It’s my fourth bicycle. My others are a Mountain Bike, Gravel Bike and a Fat Bike. My Core Line is a simple bicycle, fast as a rocket, easy to put together and I can’t believe in 30 years of cycling I’ve never owned a track bike. I’m hooked, it’s awesome!

— Orlando, US

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Jigsaw
Good value and expect to have the bike rebuilt from the ground up for top performance.

I bought this bike for a friend who wanted a single speed bike. I wanted a winter project bike. The price was right. The bike arrived with minimal cosmetic damage to the wheel rims from shipping. I am an experienced home bike mechanic so went ahead and I totally disassembled the bike down to the frame. I inspected the bike and then did a complete ground up build back up to my standards. The bike needed a lot of lubrication and adjustments. Many components as shipped where over tightened, dry and poorly adjusted. This is the same experience that I have when I buy bikes from my local bike stores. This bike rebuild project took several several days to complete. The bike build and test ride are now completed and the bike looks and rides great. I agree that this bike should be assembled and adjusted by a professional or experienced bike mechanic to function safely. When you get the bike back from the mechanic check it over yourself and learn how to maintain your own bike. The bike components are standard so bike maintenance, component replacement and upgrades are easy.

— Lincolnwood, US

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Joshua Fox
core line wulf

so I've been gifted this bike from a friend and I so pleased to say wow this bike is so smooth of a ride I couldn't be more happier I put 35c on the rims to max out the clearance and it looks so nice and makes the ride smoother I'm pleased with the brand and styling of the frame

— Dayton, US

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Steve Fiedler
Rigby a Fine Bike

what's not to like about this bike? Looks great with traditional absolutely horizontal top tube; sexy 28" wheels with cream accent; quality nicely turned out hardware for calipers, hinged brake levers easily removed without unwrapping bar, head set, seat post, cranks and chain ring; bullhorn bar looks cool but not a good fit for me so i flipped it 180 or so and now fits me proper, bar is nicely wrapped; some folks fuss about the skinny tires at 100 psi but really rides nice bone stock; some folks fuss about untrue wheels, mine came absolutely true as north star; i prefer a center mount kickstand for my use, a greenfield KS2 mounts perfectly; some folks fuss about the stock seat, it is perfectly fine, i wouldn't change it if offered an upgrade; bike came shipped very well packed and protected; self assembly easy with 3 allen wrenches and 14mm end wrench - rear wheel came mounted for free wheel as i prefer so no need to remove or chainwhip fixie cog; blue paint is flawless, welds nicely blended - i've always preferred lugged frames but for $395+bar upgrade i settled for welds. stock pedals admittedly too basic looking , likely i'll upgrade them later. i'm 5'8'' the medium bike size perfect for me. this is my first single speed adult sized bike after several 10-12 speeds but here on texas coastal plain it's so flat i stay in one gear anyhow, the rigby gearing is just right. And Belcopia beats all other State Bicycle vendors on price, customer service is top notch. thanks Nelson

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David Holland
Great affordable daily driver.

I always wanted a fixed gear. Black Friday deal was too good to pass up. I love how the Rigby looks. The tan wheels with the blue frame. Classic look. Bike arrived on time. Easy to assemble. I have a 4130 gravel bike. I have had good experiences State bikes. I would recommend the brand.

— Wilmington, US

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Rob Haggart
Sick Whip

Wanted to try track riding and this bike is perfect for getting going. Runs like a top. Highly recommended.

— Farmington, US

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Max
First non mountain bike

I got this bike today as a birthday present from my dad and i really enjoy riding it so far fell within the first 2 minutes but i enjoy this bike.

— Puyallup, US

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Nishant Goyal
Beautiful Bike

My wife loves it ! it came quick, was easy to assemble, SUPER LIGHT bike and the whole process including customer service experience has been amzing :)

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James Schaeffer

I keep up with my friends on their $5000+ bikes Just finished a 74-mile ride and this bike held up exceptionally well. My eight friends, all on Cannondale road bikes, raced a few laps around Central Park, and by the end of it I won… ON A $300 SINGLE SPEED. I get compliments on the color all the time and props for keeping up with people. That being said, it’s still heavy at 25 lbs versus someone’s 16 lb carbon fiber. In a battle of attrition you’ll wish you had a lighter bike, but if you’re not racing—especially commuting—it’s a great bike to try. Tighten the brakes because I got a rattle on mine after ~200 miles. If you get the bottle cage and Kryptonite lock, assume you won’t have any frame real estate left, so invest in a saddlebag you can tuck under the seat. I would also upgrade the seat. I make it work, but unless you have padded shorts, expect cobblestone streets to really turn your ass to ground beef. A BIG factor: peace of mind. I ride with a lot of people with expensive bikes, and they’re too afraid to lock their bikes or scratch them when setting them down or riding in riskier neighborhoods. There’s a convenient sense of “f*ck it” when locking your bike up somewhere because ultimately it wouldn’t be a huge loss. This increases your freedom of where you can ride and what you can use your bike for. (The drop bars pictured are not bought from State.) Ride safe y’all!

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James Schaeffer

I keep up with my friends on their $5000+ bikes Just finished a 74-mile ride and this bike held up exceptionally well. My eight friends, all on Cannondale road bikes, raced a few laps around Central Park, and by the end of it I won… ON A $300 SINGLE SPEED. I get compliments on the color all the time and props for keeping up with people. That being said, it’s still heavy at 25 lbs versus someone’s 16 lb carbon fiber. In a battle of attrition you’ll wish you had a lighter bike, but if you’re not racing—especially commuting—it’s a great bike to try. Tighten the brakes because I got a rattle on mine after ~200 miles. If you get the bottle cage and Kryptonite lock, assume you won’t have any frame real estate left, so invest in a saddlebag you can tuck under the seat. I would also upgrade the seat. I make it work, but unless you have padded shorts, expect cobblestone streets to really turn your ass to ground beef. A BIG factor: peace of mind. I ride with a lot of people with expensive bikes, and they’re too afraid to lock their bikes or scratch them when setting them down or riding in riskier neighborhoods. There’s a convenient sense of “f*ck it” when locking your bike up somewhere because ultimately it wouldn’t be a huge loss. This increases your freedom of where you can ride and what you can use your bike for. (The drop bars pictured are not bought from State.) Ride safe y’all!

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James Schaeffer

I keep up with my friends on their $5000+ bikes Just finished a 74-mile ride and this bike held up exceptionally well. My eight friends, all on Cannondale road bikes, raced a few laps around Central Park, and by the end of it I won… ON A $300 SINGLE SPEED. I get compliments on the color all the time and props for keeping up with people. That being said, it’s still heavy at 25 lbs versus someone’s 16 lb carbon fiber. In a battle of attrition you’ll wish you had a lighter bike, but if you’re not racing—especially commuting—it’s a great bike to try. Tighten the brakes because I got a rattle on mine after ~200 miles. If you get the bottle cage and Kryptonite lock, assume you won’t have any frame real estate left, so invest in a saddlebag you can tuck under the seat. I would also upgrade the seat. I make it work, but unless you have padded shorts, expect cobblestone streets to really turn your ass to ground beef. A BIG factor: peace of mind. I ride with a lot of people with expensive bikes, and they’re too afraid to lock their bikes or scratch them when setting them down or riding in riskier neighborhoods. There’s a convenient sense of “f*ck it” when locking your bike up somewhere because ultimately it wouldn’t be a huge loss. This increases your freedom of where you can ride and what you can use your bike for. (The drop bars pictured are not bought from State.) Ride safe y’all!

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James Schaeffer

I keep up with my friends on their $5000+ bikes Just finished a 74-mile ride and this bike held up exceptionally well. My eight friends, all on Cannondale road bikes, raced a few laps around Central Park, and by the end of it I won… ON A $300 SINGLE SPEED. I get compliments on the color all the time and props for keeping up with people. That being said, it’s still heavy at 25 lbs versus someone’s 16 lb carbon fiber. In a battle of attrition you’ll wish you had a lighter bike, but if you’re not racing—especially commuting—it’s a great bike to try. Tighten the brakes because I got a rattle on mine after ~200 miles. If you get the bottle cage and Kryptonite lock, assume you won’t have any frame real estate left, so invest in a saddlebag you can tuck under the seat. I would also upgrade the seat. I make it work, but unless you have padded shorts, expect cobblestone streets to really turn your ass to ground beef. A BIG factor: peace of mind. I ride with a lot of people with expensive bikes, and they’re too afraid to lock their bikes or scratch them when setting them down or riding in riskier neighborhoods. There’s a convenient sense of “f*ck it” when locking your bike up somewhere because ultimately it wouldn’t be a huge loss. This increases your freedom of where you can ride and what you can use your bike for. (The drop bars pictured are not bought from State.) Ride safe y’all!

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James Schaeffer

I keep up with my friends on their $5000+ bikes Just finished a 74-mile ride and this bike held up exceptionally well. My eight friends, all on Cannondale road bikes, raced a few laps around Central Park, and by the end of it I won… ON A $300 SINGLE SPEED. I get compliments on the color all the time and props for keeping up with people. That being said, it’s still heavy at 25 lbs versus someone’s 16 lb carbon fiber. In a battle of attrition you’ll wish you had a lighter bike, but if you’re not racing—especially commuting—it’s a great bike to try. Tighten the brakes because I got a rattle on mine after ~200 miles. If you get the bottle cage and Kryptonite lock, assume you won’t have any frame real estate left, so invest in a saddlebag you can tuck under the seat. I would also upgrade the seat. I make it work, but unless you have padded shorts, expect cobblestone streets to really turn your ass to ground beef. A BIG factor: peace of mind. I ride with a lot of people with expensive bikes, and they’re too afraid to lock their bikes or scratch them when setting them down or riding in riskier neighborhoods. There’s a convenient sense of “f*ck it” when locking your bike up somewhere because ultimately it wouldn’t be a huge loss. This increases your freedom of where you can ride and what you can use your bike for. (The drop bars pictured are not bought from State.) Ride safe y’all!

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James Schaeffer

I keep up with my friends on their $5000+ bikes Just finished a 74-mile ride and this bike held up exceptionally well. My eight friends, all on Cannondale road bikes, raced a few laps around Central Park, and by the end of it I won… ON A $300 SINGLE SPEED. I get compliments on the color all the time and props for keeping up with people. That being said, it’s still heavy at 25 lbs versus someone’s 16 lb carbon fiber. In a battle of attrition you’ll wish you had a lighter bike, but if you’re not racing—especially commuting—it’s a great bike to try. Tighten the brakes because I got a rattle on mine after ~200 miles. If you get the bottle cage and Kryptonite lock, assume you won’t have any frame real estate left, so invest in a saddlebag you can tuck under the seat. I would also upgrade the seat. I make it work, but unless you have padded shorts, expect cobblestone streets to really turn your ass to ground beef. A BIG factor: peace of mind. I ride with a lot of people with expensive bikes, and they’re too afraid to lock their bikes or scratch them when setting them down or riding in riskier neighborhoods. There’s a convenient sense of “f*ck it” when locking your bike up somewhere because ultimately it wouldn’t be a huge loss. This increases your freedom of where you can ride and what you can use your bike for. (The drop bars pictured are not bought from State.) Ride safe y’all!

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Jorge

Saved my relationship Purchased two bikes during quarantine. Being stuck in a tiny Los Angeles studio apartment for hours on end can take its toll on a relationship, especially during a lockdown. Now my significant other and I ride an average of 20 miles daily, in opposite directions. Riding these bikes gives us our much-needed time apart and a little break from each other. Sometimes I even say I get “lost” just to get that extra alone time. Shipping was fast and assembly was simple with some basic tools.

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Jorge

Saved my relationship Purchased two bikes during quarantine. Being stuck in a tiny Los Angeles studio apartment for hours on end can take its toll on a relationship, especially during a lockdown. Now my significant other and I ride an average of 20 miles daily, in opposite directions. Riding these bikes gives us our much-needed time apart and a little break from each other. Sometimes I even say I get “lost” just to get that extra alone time. Shipping was fast and assembly was simple with some basic tools.

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Jorge

Saved my relationship Purchased two bikes during quarantine. Being stuck in a tiny Los Angeles studio apartment for hours on end can take its toll on a relationship, especially during a lockdown. Now my significant other and I ride an average of 20 miles daily, in opposite directions. Riding these bikes gives us our much-needed time apart and a little break from each other. Sometimes I even say I get “lost” just to get that extra alone time. Shipping was fast and assembly was simple with some basic tools.

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Jorge

Saved my relationship Purchased two bikes during quarantine. Being stuck in a tiny Los Angeles studio apartment for hours on end can take its toll on a relationship, especially during a lockdown. Now my significant other and I ride an average of 20 miles daily, in opposite directions. Riding these bikes gives us our much-needed time apart and a little break from each other. Sometimes I even say I get “lost” just to get that extra alone time. Shipping was fast and assembly was simple with some basic tools.

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Jorge

Saved my relationship Purchased two bikes during quarantine. Being stuck in a tiny Los Angeles studio apartment for hours on end can take its toll on a relationship, especially during a lockdown. Now my significant other and I ride an average of 20 miles daily, in opposite directions. Riding these bikes gives us our much-needed time apart and a little break from each other. Sometimes I even say I get “lost” just to get that extra alone time. Shipping was fast and assembly was simple with some basic tools.

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