the Rizoma 77|011 metropolitan bike

Designed by Italian manufacturer Rizoma in collaboration with Belgian fashion designer Dirk Bikkembergs, the 77|011 is a sleek bicycle for urbanites which changes the rules with its unique design. It features a distinctive monobloc carbon frame, and its saddle, pulley as well as handlebar are made of aluminum. More tech info & buy options here.

Technically advanced and durable, the most compelling feature of Rizoma’s newest addition is its multi-functionality: with dual single speed (with a traditional free wheel) and fixed-gear (using a threaded sprocket, a growing trend among urban cyclists who prefer the greater control by using the pedals for braking) capabilities. The rear wheel comes ready with two mounts that allow the rider to choose freely between two pulleys, depending on their preferred mode of travel. The 77|011 also comes with mounts for the optional brakes included on the base model.