Commuter/Urban

The Alight Disc features an easy on and off frame design, touchpoints to maximize comfort and is available in Alight Disc city models equipped with fenders, a rack and a kickstand making the ride on the bike path or the commute to work more enjoyable. Versatility Run errands easily with the Alight's included fenders, rear rack and kickstand (select models). Comfort Staying comfortable on your rides around town is a non-negotiable, so the Alight has an easy on and off frame, and comes with shock-absorbing grips, a pressure-relieving saddle, and a suspension seatpost. Control The Alight's powerful disc brakes work in dry or wet conditions, and with the increased fork clearance, you can install up to a 40c tire which allows for greater traction.

The Alight Disc is redesigned with a fast and fresh outlook, and is equipped with comfort touchpoints, accessory mounts and dependable components, making this a versatile flat-bar road bike perfect for commuting and keeping an active lifestyle. Versatility Equipped with integrated mounts for fenders, a rear rack, and a kickstand, the Alight lets you customize your accessories so you can make room for all your essentials and stay clear of debris. Comfort Staying comfortable on your daily rides is a non-negotiable, so the Alight comes with shock-absorbing grips, a compliant D-Fuse seatpost, and a pressure-relieving saddle. Control The Alight’s powerful disc brakes work in dry or wet conditions, and with the increased fork clearance, you can install up to a 40c tire, which allows for greater traction.

Ordinary trips around town are more stylish and fun with the Flourish. Easy Breezy The lightweight ALUXX-Grade Aluminum frame with a classy step-through design makes zipping around town simple. Comfort Front suspension, a suspension seatpost and a cushioned spring seat soften bumpy sidewalks and city roads for a smooth, stable ride. Stylish Versatility Equipped with a chain cover and integrated fenders on select models, this bike blends urban style with smart, protective features.

Main street, side streets or forest trails. Your choices are limitless with the versatile Rove.

With its lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame, upright positioning and high-quality parts that give it a smooth, comfortable ride, the Escape Disc is totally versatile and totally fun to ride. It now features a high-quality composite fork and innovative D-Fuse seatpost. Both are great for smoothing out rough roads, absorbing shocks and vibrations, and giving you a smoother, more comfortable ride. The disc brakes deliver powerful braking performance in dry or wet conditions, and the 700c wheels with Giant EasyRide Tubeless tires (on select models) keep you rolling with speed, efficiency and a reduced risk of flats. As an added bonus, there’s clearance for larger tires up to 45mm in width, which makes it easier to ride rougher roads. It comes with integrated mounts, so you can customize your ride with racks or fenders. Whatever road or path you choose, Escape Disc is ready to roll. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Balanced and efficient Lightweight ALUXX frame, fast-rolling 700c wheels, and confident upright positioning offer a balanced, efficient ride quality. Versatile and capable Powerful disc brakes and a wide range of gears help you increase your speed and tackle hills with more control. Rugged reliability Puncture-resistant tires feature the Giant EasyRide Tubeless system (on select models). Integrated rack mounts make it easier to carry your daily essentials or load up for weekend adventures.

With its lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame, confident handling and fast-rolling 700c wheels, Escape lets you ride any road or path in comfort and style. This versatile all-rounder is designed with a flat handlebar and upright rider position, which gives it a confident, sporty feel that's suitable for city streets or country roads. It also comes with rack and fender mounts so you can add accessories to make it fit your needs. Balanced and efficient Lightweight ALUXX frame, smooth-rolling 700c wheels, and confident upright positioning offer a balanced, efficient ride quality. Versatile and capable A wide range of gears helps you increase your speed and tackle hills with more control. Rugged reliability Puncture-resistant tires and integrated rack mounts keep you rolling on tough city streets and more adventurous rides.

With its lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame, upright positioning and high-quality parts that give it a smooth, comfortable ride, the Escape Disc is totally versatile and totally fun to ride. It now features a high-quality composite fork and innovative D-Fuse seatpost. Both are great for smoothing out rough roads, absorbing shocks and vibrations, and giving you a smoother, more comfortable ride. The disc brakes deliver powerful braking performance in dry or wet conditions, and the 700c wheels with Giant EasyRide Tubeless tires (on select models) keep you rolling with speed, efficiency and a reduced risk of flats. As an added bonus, there’s clearance for larger tires up to 45mm in width, which makes it easier to ride rougher roads. It comes with integrated mounts, so you can customize your ride with racks or fenders. Whatever road or path you choose, Escape Disc is ready to roll. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Balanced and efficient Lightweight ALUXX frame, fast-rolling 700c wheels, and confident upright positioning offer a balanced, efficient ride quality. Versatile and capable Powerful disc brakes and a wide range of gears help you increase your speed and tackle hills with more control. Rugged reliability Puncture-resistant tires feature the Giant EasyRide Tubeless system (on select models). Integrated rack mounts make it easier to carry your daily essentials or load up for weekend adventures.

With its confident, flat handlebar positioning and lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame, Roam Disc gives you all the best qualities of a mountain bike and a road bike. Its front suspension and new D-Fuse seatpost absorb road shocks and vibrations, adding comfort and control. It has powerful disc brakes and durable components, so it can take some bumps on rough city roads. And the fast-rolling 700c wheels can handle smooth roads or dirt with less risk of a flat tire, making it a great choice for town-to-trail adventures.

FOLLOW YOUR OWN ROUTE, WHEREVER IT MAY LEAD. WITH STABLE FLAT BAR POSITIONING AND DISC BRAKES, ROAM DISC HANDLES ALL TYPES OF TERRAIN AND UNLIMITED ADVENTURES. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Agility and control Updated flat-bar frame geometry puts the rider in a position that balances efficiency with stability, and disc brakes give you added control on rugged roads or dirt. Smooth-riding comfort The D-Fuse seatpost and suspension fork absorb road shocks and vibrations, and EasyRide Tubeless tires let you run lower pressure for a smoother ride quality and a reduced risk of flats. Integrated rack mounts Compatible with rear racks, allowing easy cargo capacity for daily trips or longer treks.

2022 Fairdale Macaroni 20" The Macaroni is a bike that’s designed to get kids riding quickly in comfort and style. We created it around the BMX principals of having a bike that is durable enough for everyday use and that will also be simple to maintain over the years. The Macaroni’s geometry lets a young rider feel at home during seated pedaling and leaves room to grow for most kids between 6 and 9 years old. A special edition book about the adventures of Macaroni the Unicorn Tiger is included with each bike to add to the fun and to get kids excited to ride. Affordably priced and always a joy to pedal. Everyone loves macaroni. Gloss Bright Yellow available with 20" and 24" wheels. Gloss Red (Toy Machine) available with 20" wheels. Sizing 20" Wheels: 3'8" (112cm) to 4'5" (135cm) height 24" Wheels: 4'2" (127cm) to 4'10" (147cm) height Sizing is approximate. Please consult with your local bike shop to assist with fit. Specifications Frame: 1020 Steel with 1-1/8” Integrated Head Tube Fork: 1020 Steel 1-1/8” Steerer tube Handlebar: Fairdale Macaroni, 1020 Steel Stem: Sunday Freeze, Front Load Headset: FSA, Sealed Integrated Brake Lever: Aluminum, U-brake Compatible, Junior Specific Size Brake: Odyssey Springfield U-brake Grips: Junior Saddle: Fairdale x Toy Machine Seat Post: Steel, 25.4mm Seat Clamp: Fairdale 28.6mm Cranks: 1-Piece, 115mm Chainwheel: 25t Steel BB Parts: Looseball, American Pedals: Wellgo, Junior Rims: P-7X, 36-H, Aluminum, Single Wall, Pinned Joint Front Hub: 36H, 3/8” Axle , Aluminum Shell, Looseball Rear Hub: 36H, 14mm Axle, Aluminum Shell, Looseball Cassette Tires: Sunday Current, 20 x 2.40" Chain: KMC S1 Driver: 10t Cassette Driver Geometry Size 20" (44cm) 24" (53cm) Top Tube (Effective) 440mm 529mm Top Tube (Actual) 425mm 530mm Seat Tube (BB Center To TT Top) 259mm 375mm Seat Tube (BB Center To TT Center) 213mm 330mm Seat Tube Angle 72° 72° Head Tube Length 130mm 140mm Head Tube Angle 69° 70° Chain Stay Length 357mm 418mm Wheelbase 850mm 978mm Standover 556mm 676mm Stack 429mm 525mm Reach 299mm 359mm Fork Length 315mm 366mm Fork Offset 36mm 34mm BB Drop 25mm 60mm Dropout Spacing 110mm 110mm BB Type American Press Fit American Press Fit Seat Post 25.4mm 25.4mm Seat Clamp 28.6mm 28.6mm Approx. Max Tire Width 61mm 61mm Wheel Size 20" 24" *Specs subject to change without notice.

As a highly versatile touring bike, the Bridge Club hits the sweet spot that separates on- and off-road excursions. The simplistic design makes it fully adept to handle a full rack and pannier setup, frame bags, or any combination of the two. It doesn’t feel sluggish on paved shortcuts, but can also hold its own on dirt detours. If you’re feeling a little zesty on your next road tour, you won’t be ill-prepared for reroutes through the woods. The Bridge Club is designed to handle it all. - 100% Surly Chromoly frame, main triangle is double-butted; 1-1/8" threadless Chromoly fork - Rack, fender, and four sets of three-pack mounts - Disc brake-specific, single-position vertical rear dropout makes it less intimidating than other bikes in the category - Clearance for 700 x 47mm (with or without fenders) or 27.5 x 2.8" tires (27.5 x 2.6" with fenders)

A class-leading touring bike, the newly redesigned Disc Trucker provides versatility and dependability on the daily commute or trans-continental excursion. Fork blade three-pack mounts enable you to attach and haul even more stuff, and the frame features a low bottom bracket and long chainstays for comfort and stability while loaded down. With increased stack height and improved standover clearance, plus ample space for larger tires and fenders, it’s designed to go the distance. Introduced in 2012, the Disc Trucker is widely considered one of the best-in-class touring bicycles available today. Truly at home on the road, it features updated geo and modern component compatibility, along with versatile mounting options that make it ideal for daily commutes and months-long disappearing acts alike. Built from Surly’s proprietary, touring-compliant 'Natch tubesets, updates to the Disc Trucker include a shortened seat tube and slightly sloped top tube for better stand-over clearance, plus an increased stack height for a more relaxed riding position. Shortened chainstays offer improved stiffness and maneuverability around corners, while 12mm thru-axles provide a stiffer feel and greater stability when fully loaded. To ensure the Disc Trucker continues to exceed expectations in terms of compatibility with modern product standards, its dropouts have been redesigned to accommodate flat-mount disc brakes and captured thru-axles. An updated fork incorporates dynamo routing and three-pack mounts for even more mounting options. - 100% Chromoly steel frame and fork; double-butted main triangle and E.D. coating for increased frame life - Braze-ons for fenders, racks, and almost anything else you might want to stick on your bike, plus spare spoke holders for when the road gets rough - Fork blade three-pack mounts for even more mounting options, plus routing for Dynamo hubs - Redesigned front and rear dropouts to accommodate captured 12mm thru-axles and flat-mount disc brakes - Clearance for 26 x 2.1" tires with or without fenders

A class-leading touring bike, the newly redesigned Disc Trucker provides versatility and dependability on the daily commute or trans-continental excursion. Fork blade three-pack mounts enable you to attach and haul even more stuff, and the frame features a low bottom bracket and long chainstays for comfort and stability while loaded down. With increased stack height and improved standover clearance, plus ample space for larger tires and fenders, it’s designed to go the distance. Introduced in 2012, the Disc Trucker is widely considered one of the best-in-class touring bicycles available today. Truly at home on the road, it features updated geo and modern component compatibility, along with versatile mounting options that make it ideal for daily commutes and months-long disappearing acts alike. Built from Surly’s proprietary, touring-compliant 'Natch tubesets, updates to the Disc Trucker include a shortened seat tube and slightly sloped top tube for better stand-over clearance, plus an increased stack height for a more relaxed riding position. Shortened chainstays offer improved stiffness and maneuverability around corners, while 12mm thru-axles provide a stiffer feel and greater stability when fully loaded. To ensure the Disc Trucker continues to exceed expectations in terms of compatibility with modern product standards, its dropouts have been redesigned to accommodate flat-mount disc brakes and captured thru-axles. An updated fork incorporates dynamo routing and three-pack mounts for even more mounting options. Additionally, the 700c platform now offers clearance for 47mm tires for greater flexibility in tire options. - 100% Chromoly steel frame and fork; double-butted main triangle and E.D. coating for increased frame life - Braze-ons for fenders, racks, and almost anything else you might want to stick on your bike, plus spare spoke holders for when the road gets rough - Fork blade three-pack mounts for even more mounting options, plus routing for Dynamo hubs - Redesigned front and rear dropouts to accommodate captured 12mm thru-axles and flat-mount disc brakes - Clearance for 700c x 47 tires with or without fenders

Steel Commuter and Gravel Bike Preamble is a hard-boiled steel commuter built for comfort, durability, and buffoonery on pavement and gravel. Nothing More is Needed. Nothing Less Will Do. The challenge was thus: Build a serious steel bike and give it only the attributes that matter most. Make it quick and comfortable on pavement, as well as confident and compliant on degraded surfaces. What the Enginerds put forth is Preamble, a pavement and gravel utility worker that proves you don't need to cut corners or clip coupons to make a more affordable steel bike. You just need to keep shit simple. Preamble can run racks and fenders and carry a couple water bottles. Surly was raised on stealing basic cable, after all. Smooth and efficient on asphalt, Preamble's double-butted main triangle provides a resplendent ride feel and withstands abuse from life's inevitable potholes. Make it your own with flat bars, drop bars, a basket, or bags. On the road to steel euphoria, Preamble is the gateway drug. Let facts be submitted to a candid world: - Offered in flat-bar and drop-bar configurations - Easy T-Shirt sizing to fit nearly every rider (XS, S, M, L, XL) - Sloping top tubes on XS and Small frames for improved standover and comfort - To offer the best rider experience for every frame size, XS and S frames get 650b wheelsets while M–XL get 700c - Custom-cast single-position vertical dropout

Steel Commuter and Gravel Bike Preamble is a hard-boiled steel commuter built for comfort, durability, and buffoonery on pavement and gravel. Nothing More is Needed. Nothing Less Will Do. The challenge was thus: Build a serious steel bike and give it only the attributes that matter most. Make it quick and comfortable on pavement, as well as confident and compliant on degraded surfaces. What the Enginerds put forth is Preamble, a pavement and gravel utility worker that proves you don't need to cut corners or clip coupons to make a more affordable steel bike. You just need to keep shit simple. Preamble can run racks and fenders and carry a couple water bottles. Surly was raised on stealing basic cable, after all. Smooth and efficient on asphalt, Preamble's double-butted main triangle provides a resplendent ride feel and withstands abuse from life's inevitable potholes. Make it your own with flat bars, drop bars, a basket, or bags. On the road to steel euphoria, Preamble is the gateway drug. Let facts be submitted to a candid world: - Offered in flat-bar and drop-bar configurations - Easy T-Shirt sizing to fit nearly every rider (XS, S, M, L, XL) - Sloping top tubes on XS and Small frames for improved standover and comfort - To offer the best rider experience for every frame size, XS and S frames get 650b wheelsets while M–XL get 700c - Custom-cast single-position vertical dropout

Steel Commuter and Gravel Bike Preamble is a hard-boiled steel commuter built for comfort, durability, and buffoonery on pavement and gravel. Nothing More is Needed. Nothing Less Will Do. The challenge was thus: Build a serious steel bike and give it only the attributes that matter most. Make it quick and comfortable on pavement, as well as confident and compliant on degraded surfaces. What the Enginerds put forth is Preamble, a pavement and gravel utility worker that proves you don't need to cut corners or clip coupons to make a more affordable steel bike. You just need to keep shit simple. Preamble can run racks and fenders and carry a couple water bottles. Surly was raised on stealing basic cable, after all. Smooth and efficient on asphalt, Preamble's double-butted main triangle provides a resplendent ride feel and withstands abuse from life's inevitable potholes. Make it your own with flat bars, drop bars, a basket, or bags. On the road to steel euphoria, Preamble is the gateway drug. Let facts be submitted to a candid world: - Offered in flat-bar and drop-bar configurations - Easy T-Shirt sizing to fit nearly every rider (XS, S, M, L, XL) - Sloping top tubes on XS and Small frames for improved standover and comfort - To offer the best rider experience for every frame size, XS and S frames get 650b wheelsets while M–XL get 700c - Custom-cast single-position vertical dropout

Straggler is a bikepacking-inspired road/gravel bike mostly at home on pavement but ready for trail duty when called. Born on Gravel. Raised on Pavement Straggler is tuned for cross-over exploration on a wide variety of terrain conditions. It's a day-tripper and a weekender. It's a "rough road" road bike, a cyclocross bike with no pretense about racing, a utilitarian townie, a light-duty touring bike and an all-weather commuter. It's a steel gravel bicycle that thrives on the road. Think of it as a "mountain biker's road bike." If you only have room for one bike in your life, Straggler can (and should) be your one and only. Straggler's capabilities go well beyond asphalt. It also lends itself well to light touring setups. We're talking frame bags, seat bags, and "credit card touring" rather than full-blown touring. Straggler also handles our 8- and 24-Pack Racks well, so you have some heavier-duty loading options. - Accommodations for racks and fenders - Forward-exiting horizontal dropouts for singlespeed compatibility and wheelbase adjustability - Clearance for 650B x 41mm tires with fenders!

Straggler is a bikepacking-inspired road/gravel bike mostly at home on pavement but ready for trail duty when called. Born on Gravel. Raised on Pavement Straggler is tuned for cross-over exploration on a wide variety of terrain conditions. It's a day-tripper and a weekender. It's a "rough road" road bike, a cyclocross bike with no pretense about racing, a utilitarian townie, a light-duty touring bike and an all-weather commuter. It's a steel gravel bicycle that thrives on the road. Think of it as a "mountain biker's road bike." If you only have room for one bike in your life, Straggler can (and should) be your one and only. Straggler's capabilities go well beyond asphalt. It also lends itself well to light touring setups. We're talking frame bags, seat bags, and "credit card touring" rather than full-blown touring. Straggler also handles our 8- and 24-Pack Racks well, so you have some heavier-duty loading options. - Accommodations for racks and fenders - Forward-exiting horizontal dropouts for singlespeed compatibility and wheelbase adjustability - Clearance for 700c x 41mm tires with fenders!

Sun's Atlas X-Type is built to withstand tough riding and hauling the heaviest cargo in the harshest conditions. For superior durability and low maintenance, it has a unique steel X-frame and a tough steel fork, a rust-resistant chain and sturdy 26-inch alloy rims with heavy duty 12g spokes. There's also an integrated rear rack that can carry up to 50 pounds of gear. And, the frame design allows quick and easy mounts and dismounts, a handy feature if you're making deliveries. You'll also love the comfortable springer seat and the swept-back handlebars that put you in a natural and comfortable position on every ride. And the fenders mean you're ready for any weather.

The ultimate retro beach boardwalk cruiser, our Retro CB-26 Step-Over is designed with a comfortable upright riding position perfect for getting around town, exploring bikes paths, or even a trip to the beach. It's well-appointed with components meant to last, which also makes it an excellent choice for use at resorts and rental fleets. - Retro Cruiser high-tensile steel frame - Single-speed drivetrain - KT coaster brake - One-piece steel crank - Alloy rims with stainless steel spokes - 26" x 2.25" cruiser tires - Mid-rise steel cruiser handlebar - Sun Cruiser saddle - Steel chain guard - Steel kickstand

The ultimate retro beach boardwalk cruiser, our Retro CB-26 Step-Thru is designed with a comfortable upright riding position perfect for getting around town, exploring bikes paths, or even a trip to the beach. It's well-appointed with components meant to last, which also makes it an excellent choice for use at resorts and rental fleets. - Retro Cruiser high-tensile steel frame - Single-speed drivetrain - KT coaster brake - One-piece steel crank - Alloy rims with stainless steel spokes - 26" x 2.25" cruiser tires - Mid-rise steel cruiser handlebar - Sun Cruiser saddle - Steel chain guard - Steel kickstand

You'll have a blast cruising paved roads, bike paths, or maybe even a little dirt on Sun's RevMX. It's Klunker style frame with coil-sprung saddle and extra-wide handlebar will get you where you need to go in comfort and classic style. Single-speed simplicity and a hands-free coaster brake make this bad boy ridiculously easy to maintain, and knobby 27.5 x 2.4-inch tires provide stability and traction on varied terrain. When you arrive at your destination, the included sturdy steel kickstand will come in handy.

The Shortcut is a purpose-built folding bike for the rider who finds their free space is limited. It's compact, lightweight, easily folds away, and can spring into action with the flick of a few levers. The single speed and coaster brake provide a simple, fun, and low-maintenance ride. This Shortcut is the perfect roommate and travel companion!

The Shortcut is a purpose built folding bike for the rider who finds that free space is premium. It's compact, lightweight, easily folds away, and can spring into action with the flick of a few levers. Internal 3-speed gearing gives you just enough options should you encounter a few hills and the coaster brake provides simple speed control. A steel rear rack, front and rear plastic fenders, and a kickstand are included. This Shortcut is the perfect roommate and travel companion!

The Shortcut 7 is a purpose-built folding bike for the rider who finds free space is premium. It's compact, lightweight, easily folds away, and can spring into action with the flick of a few levers. The 7-speed Shimano Tourney drivetrain provides plenty of gears for any uphill travel you may encounter, and linear-pull brakes deliver reliable speed control on the way down. Folded size is 31"L x 27"H x 15"W. A sturdy steel rear rack, plastic fenders, and a steel kickstand are included. This Shortcut is the perfect roommate and travel companion!

Our Pure City Classic is one smooth glass of class. Designed to effortlessly take you from Point A to Point B, it's ready to quench your thirst for riding, and give you a nice little buzzy feeling at the same time. - Custom tig-welded high-tensile steel frame - Stylish upright feel with riser style bars - Fast-rolling 700c x 35mm tires - Quick shifting 8-speed gearing - Powerful dual-pivot brakes front and rear - Smooth city cruising with a vintage flair - Includes rear rack and fenders

Our Pure City Classic is one smooth glass of class. Designed to effortlessly take you from Point A to Point B, it's ready to quench your thirst for riding, and give you a nice little buzzy feeling at the same time. - Custom tig-welded high-tensile steel frame - Stylish upright feel with riser style bars - Fast-rolling 700c x 35mm tires - Durable internally geared 3-speed shifting - Powerful dual-pivot brakes front and rear - Smooth city cruising with a vintage flair - Includes rear rack and fenders

With its sweeping curves, the Pure City Step-Through has the classic look of a cobblestone street with a smooth modern feel. Whether you're headed uptown, downtown, or just around the corner, if you're on this bike, you'll always be taking the scenic route! Speeds to meet your needs We designed these bikes to thrive in whatever city you call home. Because not every city is created equally, we built two different gearing options so you can pick that set-up that’s right for you. The 3-speed gives you a small range of gears to cycle through and the internal hub is unmatched for ease of use and creating a clean, minimalist look. The 8-speed gives you a wider range of gears to tackle tough hills and haul heavier loads. - Internal hub for ease of use, a minimalist look, and low maintenance. - Shift without pedaling, ideal for cities or stop-and-go riding. - Easier to adjust and more reliable than a derailleur.

With its sweeping curves, the Pure City Step-Through has the classic look of a cobblestone street with a smooth modern feel. Whether you're headed uptown, downtown, or just around the corner, if you're on this bike, you'll always be taking the scenic route! Speeds to meet your needs We designed these bikes to thrive in whatever city you call home. Because not every city is created equally, we built two different gearing options so you can pick that set-up that’s right for you. The 3-speed gives you a small range of gears to cycle through and the internal hub is unmatched for ease of use and creating a clean, minimalist look. The 8-speed gives you a wider range of gears to tackle tough hills and haul heavier loads. - Internal hub for ease of use, a minimalist look, and low maintenance. - Shift without pedaling, ideal for cities or stop-and-go riding. - Easier to adjust and more reliable than a derailleur.

With its sweeping curves, the Pure City Step-Through has the classic look of a cobblestone street with a smooth modern feel. Whether you're headed uptown, downtown, or just around the corner, if you're on this bike, you'll always be taking the scenic route! Speeds to meet your needs We designed these bikes to thrive in whatever city you call home. Because not every city is created equally, we built two different gearing options so you can pick that set-up that's right for you. The 3-speed gives you a small range of gears to cycle through and the internal hub is unmatched for ease of use and creating a clean, minimalist look. The 8-speed gives you a wider range of gears to tackle tough hills and haul heavier loads. - Wider range of gears for taming hilly cities or hauling heavy loads. - Higher top speed before "spinning out". - Cheaper to own, repair, and replace.