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Thursday, May 18, 2006 INtake
FOOD & DRINK
STYLE: BIKES OF ALL KINDS
Different spokes (for different folks) Sting-Ray For those who want to relive their childhood with a pimped out bike. Selling points: Just like your first bike — single speed (Grey Ghost comes in a five-speed version), glitter paint, chrome handlebars and a banana seat. Manufacturer: Schwinn. Cost: $249.99 and up. Where: Indy Cycle Specialist, 5804 E. Washington St.
Six superb options for the discriminating cyclist. By Kimiko Martinez
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kimiko.martinez@intakeweekly.com
aven’t ridden a bike since grade school? A lot has changed. Comfort bikes, recumbents and hybrids are just a few of the styles that have become more popular since the last time you climbed on two wheels.
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Pugsley For the off-road adventurer who wants to go where he or she hasn’t been before. Selling points: Built to allow for larger-than-average tires, which allow more freedom for terrain with suspension forks and knobbing tires for dirt. Custom order with 21 to 27 speeds. Manufacturer: Surly. Cost: $279.99 to $3,999.99 (custom orders). Where: Indy Cycle Specialist, 5804 E. Washington St.
Daytripper 3-By With plenty of room for racks, this is a great ride for commuters who need a bike to get around town but want to use it for recreation, as well. Selling points: Perfect for running errands, commuting or just taking a fun ride. Built on a mountain bike frame; switch out the wheels for trail riding or keep the original tires for riding on the roads. Manufacturer: Cannondale. Cost: $739 to $799. Where: Bicycle Garage Indy, 4130 E. 82nd St.
Submitted photo Michelle Pemberton / INtake; model: R.J. Wall