Cool article in the New York Times on how increasingly, cyclists are “trying to look like a pedestrian on wheels:”

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/09/30/fashion/30BICYCLE.html

Here at Pedal our philosophy is “no spandex required” so we completely agree, the bicycle is simply a great way to get around, the fact that it’s also fun and cool is merely a side benefit!

Here are a few sites devoted to bike fashion:

Bicycle Catwalk– In New York City

Bicycles are the new Catwalk.
There is nothing more fashionable
Than being on a bicycle.
New York is the Greatest
City in the World
To ride your bike.
It’s flat and the bike paths are painted green.
It’s the best way to get from place to place.
Faster than the bus,
Cheaper than a taxi,
More convenient than the subway,
And more fun than driving.
Riding your bike keeps you healthy, happy,
And looking good.
At Bicycle Catwalk we want to
To let everyone in on two little secrets:
One: The city is best when experienced on a bicycle.
Two: You look best while riding a bicycle.

Cycle Chic– “Style over Speed”

Speaking of bike chic…check out these fashionable bikes crafts available at Pedal Bike Tours.

Bike bling from Velo Goieilli

Queen Bee wallets and panniers; Alchemy Goods wallets

Bike tire belts by the Rebicyclist