Awesome Bicycles

A city bicycle that’s protected from damage and theft. It has an aluminum frame, rustproof chain and puncture-resistant tires. It also has a U-lock and uses pentalobe screws. Fortified’s optional insurance will replace your bicycle if it gets stolen, no questions asked.

Jay Leno checks out the wares of Vintage Electric, a bicycle shop founded by Andrew Davidge when he was still in high school. As its name implies, his company specializes in electric bicycles with 20th-century frames and 21st-century prices.

Keep cruising come winter with Budnitz’ fat but nimble bike. It has a carbon fiber fork and a titanium frame that weighs just 5lb. It also has a carbon belt drive, 14-speed transmission, hydraulic brakes, 82mm rims and 4.8″ tires.

Loud Bicycle’s latest horn is just as loud as the original Loud Horn at 125dB and also sounds like a normal car horn. But the Loud Mini is much smaller and lighter than its predecessor. It lasts up to four months per charge.

Serbian company Ono wants to make a name for itself by handcrafting stylish bicycles. It’s first model, the Archont, certainly fits the bill. The low rider-inspired bike is 9ft. long and has 28″/26″ wheels. It also has an electric variant.

A leather backpack designed with cycling-friendly features, such as handlebar straps so you won’t have to sweat with the bag on your back while biking, a touchscreen-friendly rear pocket, a rain cover and slots for a helmet and a flashlight.

Two Wheel Gear’s Classic 2.0 securely carries up to five garments. It also has a 15″ laptop compartment and numerous internal and external pockets. It fits on most rear bike racks and doubles as a carry-on. It comes with a reflective rain cover.

Just a couple of weeks after he blew our minds with the world’s first BMX triple front-flip, Nitro Circus’ whiz kid Ryan Williams is back with another intense feat, pulling off a trick that used to be performed only with scooters.

The Beast electric bicycle’s off road variant has twice the power and top speed – up to 31mph – of the base model, thanks to a second 500W motor. The solar panel built into the battery pack provides supplemental charging when parked in the sun.

The Liberty Trike has a 750W electric motor that lets you go up to 7.5mph, or you can also use just the pedals, or both. Its removable battery lasts up to 24mph per charge. The frame can be folded and even split in two for storage or transport. And no, it’s not just for old folks.

It wasn’t that long ago that we saw BMX rider Ryan Williams pull off an awe-inspiring single front-flip on his bike, and now he’s bested that by 3x, with an epic triple version of the same stunt – though not without some worthy competition and numerous spills along the way.

Not to be confused with the similarly named concept, the Pedal Lock is a bicycle pedal that has a built-in retractable stainless steel cable with a three-digit lock. It also has a motion-activated 120dB alarm. The final version will be water- and dirt-resistant.

Redshift Sports’ ShockStop is a shock-absorbing bicycle stem that gives you a more comfortable and less tiring ride. It has interchangeable elastomers to adjust the stiffness and is available in low-rise and high-rise variants.

The Corkscrew at the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca is one of the most famous bits of road on any circuit in the world. It’s both a challenge and a blast in a race car, but five-year-old Juliette shows us it can be just as fun while riding on a bicycle.

A slightly more affordable version of the crowdfunded electric bicycle. The Porteur S has a 5-speed internally geared hub, a chain drive and steel fenders as opposed to the Porteur’s 8-speed drivetrain, belt drive and bamboo fenders.

Unlike most folding bikes, Helix doesn’t fold in the middle of its frame. Instead, it uses a unique hinge mechanism where the front and rear wheels fold inwards. The result is a more compact and durable bike, but that opens up to a normal size.

Trials rider Kenny Belaey demonstrates his incredible balance as he makes his way to the top of a rock, and then proceeds to ride his bike across a slackline over a 367 foot drop, all the while facing the challenges of the ~8900 foot altitude. Thank god for safety gear.

This unusual looking conveyance combines elements of bicycling, skating and scootering in one. Rear-wheel steering enables a tight 2-foot turning radius, and it brakes like a bike. Plus, it’s versatile enough to use for transportation or tricks. Available in three sizes.

A pair of LED turn signals for bicycles that activate at the press of a button. WingLights are waterproof and shockproof and have magnetic mounting docks that make them easy to put on and remove.

Turn your bicycle into an e-bike with the Go-e On Wheel. This easy to install kit weighs just 1.76lb and uses a brushless motor to turn your rear wheel. It can help you go up to 27mph and lasts up to 37mi per charge.

Bicycle tires that don’t use air and won’t get flat. Tannus tires are made of a proprietary resin foam that makes them nearly as lightweight, durable and grippy as pneumatic tires. Available in different sizes and colors.

The 2×2 is an electric motorcycle geared for work and offroad use. Its aluminum frame is weldable for easy repairs and has a low center of gravity for stability. It also has 17″ wheels and a 40Ah battery with a USB port and power outlet.

The world’s most expensive electric bicycle has a 4kW motor, an aluminum frame and 26″ carbon fiber wheels. It can go up to 45mph on its own – up to a crazy 60mph if you pedal! – and its battery lasts up to 62mi per charge. More here.