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Bike Shops

Hot Bike by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Swiss site with bikes for sale and LOTS of pics, forums etc... French site
Bicyclelogy by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Lots of old bike pictures, parts and restoration help.
Freeman's Cycle by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Bicycles and Parts including Sturmey Archer products
The Bike Zone by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: The Bike Zone in Surrey is the home of a regular Thursday cruiser ride
Denman Bike Shop by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Denman Bike Shop is the closest shop to Stanley Park. They've got one of the best selections of cruiser bikes and parts in the city.
Dave's Vintage Bicycles by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: A reference picture archive containing hundreds of images of vintage bicycles, parts and literature. They also offer restoration services for your classic or ...
Harris Cyclery by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Great source for Sturmey parts among other things. Knowledgeable staff who are more than willing to help you figure out what you need before you order. They're ...
Toxik Design Lab by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Custom paint for your bike!
HUKK Bikes by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: HUKK is a North Shore shop/classic bike museum.
Backpeddling.Com by ChoppeRon, Jan 21, 2008 09:56 AM: Way cool bike shop in Guelph,Ont... This shop is one of few the few places that still deal with used bikes and parts and knows the cool stuff when it comes ...
Smut Peddler BikeWorks by spbwsean, Nov 13, 2006 02:59 PM
west coast warrenz by bigdaddy, Oct 13, 2006 09:24 AM: this is my custom guy he will make anything from cars to one of kruisers. i highly recomend him hes a straight shooter with no bull shit.

Other Cruiser Sites

Hot Bike by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Swiss site with bikes for sale and LOTS of pics, forums etc... French site
Bicyclelogy by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Lots of old bike pictures, parts and restoration help.
CruiserKirkham by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: GOBS of photos, the true history of cruising in Vancouver. Rod Kirkham is the big daddy of the Vancouver cruiser scene!! Definitely one to bookmark if you're ...
Bike Rod 'n Kustom by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Wicked bad ass kustom bikes! Serge has a page up on there with his creations, lots of others too!!
Rat Rod Bikes by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Very nice looking cruiser & custom forum. Lots of bikes and builders throughout North America...
Fearless Gearless by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Fearless Gearless is your fixie and single speed home. Lots of bike advocacy and probably the best place to find out what's happening in Vancouver (well, ...
Chopaderos by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Hardcore chopper site - lots of good pics, clothing, you name it. Worldwide coverage!
CustomBrigade by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Crazy awesome French site with gobs and gobs of very very nice custom bikes.
ChopperBicycle.net by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Custom Bicycle Discussion Boards
Cruiser-Tuesday by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Chapel Hill-Carrboro Monthly Cruiser Bicycle Rides
Central Valley Greenway by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Translink's web site about the Central Valley Greenway, a brand-new 25 km bike path connecting Vancouver to New Westminster through Burnaby
Bike Route Planner by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: This handy site will help you plot out how to get from A to B on your bike. It takes things like hills, traffic signals, pollution, etc in to account when ...
Indahnesia.com: Dutch Bikes on Independence Day by Pappa, Mar 20, 2009 11:36 AM: Some fine classics, look for the Bryce like dude, and Colonel Benny.
Tedly3000's Wordpress Blog by tedly3000, Mar 20, 2009 11:35 AM: About cruiser bikes, my stuff, my riding, my commutes, just about anything to do with how and when and where I ride my bikes
Copenhagen cycle chic by tedly3000, Mar 20, 2009 11:34 AM: Advocacy website from Denmark.
What to wear on a bicycle (ladies!) by tedly3000, Mar 20, 2009 11:34 AM: Ideas for what to wear on a bicycle.
the Bike of Doom by tedly3000, Feb 29, 2008 12:20 PM: Not really a cruiser-related site, but does have some interesting stuff to read inside.
Cruise & Style by Pappa, Jan 21, 2007 01:13 PM: This is a Cruiser, Lowrider, and Chopper site in Berlin...info about rides and lots of pics
Supercharged by Pappa, Jan 18, 2007 01:01 PM: Here is a major custom , cruiser , chopper, and lowrider bikes portal in the Nederlands
Velorution by Pappa, Jan 18, 2007 12:52 PM: A great online magazine all about cycling...chock full of up to date information

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Local Links

Jett Grrl Bike Studio by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: jett grrl bike studio was created as a way to empower women on their bicycles. we offer a series of mechanics classes, aimed at educating women about their ...
The Bike Kitchen by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: The Bike Kitchen is a project of the UBC Bike Co-op, with the support of the UBC Alma Mater Society and the Trek Program Centre. Any extra revenue raised by ...
Canada Topographical Map Database by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Gotta love the government of Canada... They've got this awesome map generator that will spit out topo maps of ANYWHERE in Canada, with whatever other ...
CruiserKirkham by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: GOBS of photos, the true history of cruising in Vancouver. Rod Kirkham is the big daddy of the Vancouver cruiser scene!! Definitely one to bookmark if you're ...
Momentum Planet by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: The Magazine for Self Propelled People! Vancouver bike culture magazine...
The Bike Zone by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: The Bike Zone in Surrey is the home of a regular Thursday cruiser ride
Denman Bike Shop by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Denman Bike Shop is the closest shop to Stanley Park. They've got one of the best selections of cruiser bikes and parts in the city.
Another Hourly Forecast by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: This is the forecast from a US company - it's the one that the weather widget on the front page of the site uses. Seems to be SOMEWHAT accurate but not as ...
Hourly Weather Forecast by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Really useful site for finding out what the weather is going to do in the next 12 hours or so. Absolutely critical for cruiser rides during the rainy season!
Toxik Design Lab by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Custom paint for your bike!
HUKK Bikes by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: HUKK is a North Shore shop/classic bike museum.
Cruiserbike.ca by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: A blog site - hasn't been updated in quite a while though
Cruiser Bike Central by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: This is a Vancouver-based group who do a lot of rides. Pretty much the 'official' cruiser bike site for Vancouver.
Canada Trails by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Online guide to bicycling, mountain biking, hiking and cross-country skiing.
Central Valley Greenway by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Translink's web site about the Central Valley Greenway, a brand-new 25 km bike path connecting Vancouver to New Westminster through Burnaby
Central Valley Greenway - CoV by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: City of Vancouver's Central Valley Greenway site
Bike Route Planner by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: This handy site will help you plot out how to get from A to B on your bike. It takes things like hills, traffic signals, pollution, etc in to account when ...
Tedly3000's Wordpress Blog by tedly3000, Mar 20, 2009 11:35 AM: About cruiser bikes, my stuff, my riding, my commutes, just about anything to do with how and when and where I ride my bikes
Smut Peddler BikeWorks by spbwsean, Nov 13, 2006 02:59 PM
west coast warrenz by bigdaddy, Oct 13, 2006 09:24 AM: this is my custom guy he will make anything from cars to one of kruisers. i highly recomend him hes a straight shooter with no bull shit.

Page 2 - Bikes, Bike Parts and Bike Tech

Tech Links

Bicyclelogy by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Lots of old bike pictures, parts and restoration help.
Building Bicycle Wheels by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Sheldon Brown of Harris Cyclery tells you how to build a wheel. I've built a couple using these directions now...
Spoke Length Calculator by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Handy calculator for determining spoke length when building wheels. The pre-defined rim selection isn't particularly useful for cruiser folk but the hub ...
Sturmey Archer Service Info by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: This site has some general info and instructions for servicing various Sturmey hubs. Not a lot of pictures but if you're just looking for a quick refresher ...
Dave's Vintage Bicycles by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: A reference picture archive containing hundreds of images of vintage bicycles, parts and literature. They also offer restoration services for your classic or ...
Harris Cyclery by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Great source for Sturmey parts among other things. Knowledgeable staff who are more than willing to help you figure out what you need before you order. They're ...
Wheel Building by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: This is a good set of wheel building instructions - I find I have better luck with this site than with Sheldon's instructions. The method is slightly ...
Bunchobikes by Pappa, Jun 13, 2007 10:28 AM: A truly great site for all your restoration questions, lots of excellent how toos.
Schwinn Date Codes by Nashira, Nov 22, 2006 11:14 PM: A log of serial numbers for all Chicago Schwinns made between 1948-1982, as was recorded by the factory forman at the time! Very detailed - you can actually ...

Bike Parts

Bicyclelogy by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Lots of old bike pictures, parts and restoration help.
Canadian Bike Supply by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Lots of BMX parts, clothing, etc...
Freeman's Cycle by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Bicycles and Parts including Sturmey Archer products
Crossbow Cycles by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Crossbow Cycles make reproduction Monark-Style springer forks. I want one!!!
F&R Cycle Inc by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Wholesale bike parts online...
Aztlan Bicycle by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Yet more lowrider parts
Street Lowrider by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: More lowrider parts - good selection and prices.
Bicycledesigner.com by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Lots of lowrider and cruiser parts. Mostly stuff aimed at the lowrider market but lots that works for cruisers too.
Harris Cyclery by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Great source for Sturmey parts among other things. Knowledgeable staff who are more than willing to help you figure out what you need before you order. They're ...
Maple Island Sales by Pappa, Jun 01, 2007 11:28 AM: You want classic decals and parts? This site and Memory Lane are excellent for classic parts and decals
Nostalgic Reflections by Pappa, Apr 01, 2007 11:09 AM: Kewl site for tricking out your ride
Chain Gang Lowrider by Pappa, Feb 06, 2007 10:04 AM: Canadian parts retailer!! Prices are all in CDN, no cross-border duty! Prices on most things are comparable with local bike shops, if not better.
Memorylane-classics by Pappa, Jan 29, 2007 08:55 AM: A good place to find some of those parts for classic cruiser rebuilds
Choppers US by spbwsean, Jan 18, 2007 12:52 PM: Choppers US / Cycles US is your one stop shop for all chopper n cruiser related coolness! The best customer service anywhere with quick reliable shipping to ...
Historical Chain Rings by Pappa, Jan 15, 2007 08:42 PM: Actually this archive refers to them as chain wheels, but wheels or rings or whatever they are really kewl

Bike Manufacturers

Basman33 by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Gorgeous gorgeous bikes made in Amsterdam... Gotta have the finest, you need Basman!
Trek Cruisers by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Trek has come out with a cruiser line this year!
3G Bikes by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: A new cruiser manufacturer I hadn't previously seen. Nice looking bikes, some WICKED cool fender designs you won't see anywhere else.
Nirve by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Nirve makes some gorgeous choppers and cruisers - they have a very full product line and make a lot of accessories too.
Del Sol by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Del Sol has a few nice models - I like the Shorliner in orange...
Simple by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Simple is Giant's cruiser line. These bikes seem to be pretty well built - the lower end models are common with the rental places around the city and those ...
Felt Racing by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Felt have some sweet bikes...
Kustom Kruiser by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Kustom Kruiser was formerly known as Dyno, a division of GT.
Manhattan Cruiser by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Manhattan Cruiser is a division of KHS, better known for their road and mountain bikes. Manhattan has expanded their product line over the last year with even ...
Electra by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Electra has some awesome looking cruisers and has been in the business for over 10 years. They make a great assortment of bikes with affordable prices.
Haro Cruiser by bhughes, Jul 05, 2011 09:51 AM: Haro has some great looking bikes in their 2009 catalog - they're definitely trying to give Electra a run for their money!
Ellsworth Ride by Pappa, May 05, 2007 04:52 PM: A bit costly, but tres sweet... Nice styling and a new hub technology too!
Coker giant beach cruisers by Pappa, Jan 14, 2007 01:52 PM: These are the beach cruisers for those who like em big
Project 346 by Pappa, Jan 13, 2007 01:32 PM: Another cool series of european cruisers, these ones are manufactured in the Nederlands and look pretty cool to my eye
Hawk Classic Bicycles by Pappa, Jan 13, 2007 01:32 PM: These are interesting european style cruiser bikes. They're made in Germany and are somewhat styled after the motorcycles of the 1920's and 30's
Phat cycles by Pappa, Jan 13, 2007 01:31 PM: Whew...nice bikes...lots of styles...California company
FireBikes by spbwsean, Jan 10, 2007 09:59 AM: Custom frames & parts made in Canada! Support Canadian Business!

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