Pelago Bristol 7-Speed
In stock at 1 shop in Toronto
Prices and stock checked Oct 22.
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It's -13 degrees celsius in Joensuu, Finland - snow covering the ground - and the streets are filled with well-dressed cyclists, cheeks rosy as they cycle home from work or school. What's the secret? Good infrastructure to be sure, but also great bikes.
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Finland shares a lot in common with the North American northeast: icy cold winters, lots of snow cover, and salt to keep streets clear. But, at the same time, Finland and Canada are full of dense cities with a population that loves to live outdoors. That produces a different sensibility that drives Pelago design: lightweight bikes for longer rides (or hills), strong finishes for weather protection, and comfortable upright frames that take comfort and safety seriously.
The Pelago Bristol 7-Speed Roadster is a Finnish city bike with classic beauty and four-season practicality that rides anywhere the streets take you all twelve months of the year. The 7-speed hub has a wide gear range that can tackle distance or hills, and it's internally sealed for four-season riding or storage. Best of all, the Bristol comes equipped with a dynamo light set. Powered by electricity produced from the front hub, the dynamo light is super-bright for those long nordic nights, and best of all: bolted to the bike so firmly that it makes thieves think twice.
What's more? The Bristol has fenders keep you dry in shoulder-season rainstorms, and rim brakes to provide reliable stopping power. Sturdy double-walled rims support Schwalbe Delta Cruiser Plus tires with internal puncture-proof protection for riding over glass and urban debris. The frame has welded braze-ons to allow for bottle cage mounting - a feature most city bikes overlook that makes this bike great for longer rides.
In addition to its enormous practicality, the Bristol is stylish in a vintage classic way. A full-grain Brooks B17 leather saddle adds a touch of sophistication and tons of comfort once broken in and perfectly accents the heritage frame colours. Swept-back handlebars provides a comfortable riding position while still allowing you to bear down when needed for climbs and breakaways. Add a rear rack and basket of your choice to make the Bristol a constant companion on your adventures in the city and out on the rail trails.
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- Pelago Bristol 7-Speed
- Made in Finland
- Roadster-style frame with upright riding position
- Chromoly Steel frame
- Strong, lightweight and comfortable
- Shimano Nexus 7-Speed internal gears
- Low maintenance and reliable for year-round use
- Grip shifter
- Dependable and easy to use in the winter with mittens or gloves
- Dynamo Light system
- super bright, battery free, no more stolen lights!
- Front and Rear Steel fenders
- Sturdy and reliable with no risk of cracking
- Swept-back handlebar
- Comfortable for long days in the saddle
- Rim Caliper Brakes
- Powerful & easy to adjust
- Brooks Leather B17 Saddle
- Super comfy for a lifetime when broken in, made in the…
