Category: Urban

Babel Bike – the world’s safest bike

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Built with safety in mind

Babel Bike is designed with a safety cage around the cyclist that bounces off trucks and buses instead of getting dragged under them. The cyclist is seat-belted to ensure that she stays in the cage. Feet are protected by U-locks sticking out the sides.

Being a bit heavier than a normal bike, the 250 watt Shimano electric assist motor will probably help a lot. It has automatic lights (just like modern cars) and turn signals, and a very loud horn. All the “oily bits” are sealed inside the frame to keep your clothes clean. “The only maintenance you need to do is to keep the tyres pumped up (and there is a pump and repair kit inside the frame!)”

Faraday Urban e-bikes

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Faraday e-bikes now being distributed to Europe

Classic styled with modern technology and designed e-bikes with models for men and women.

Men’s model: Porteur and Porteur S

Porteur is the the award-winning original. Steam-bent bamboo fenders, a Gates belt drive, hydraulic disc brakes, and smooth-shifting Shimano Alfine 8-speed internal hub make this our flagship model.

Porteur S delivers Faraday’s classic double top tube frame repackaged in a remarkably affordable configuration. An 8-speed Shimano derailleur, cork grips, mechanical disc brakes, and steel fenders provide a smooth and nimble ride.

Cortland and Cortland S for women

The Cortland delivers style, comfort, and performance with steam-bent bamboo fenders, a Gates belt drive, hydraulic disc brakes, a smooth-shifting Shimano Alfine 8-speed internal hub, and a much awaited step-through frame.

The Cortland S gives you all the power and style of the Cortland at a fraction of the cost. The Cortland S features steel fenders, cork grips, mechanical disc brakes, an efficient chain drive, and an 8-speed Shimano derailleur.

Source: Faraday Bicycles