Comfort Bikes

...a slender frame, it's ready for the commute or to take on longer jaunts around the countryside come the weekend. Fellow commuters will blow you chef's kisses as you pedal through traffic with the timeless Oxbridge Geared. An understated steel frame hosts robust downtube shifters and an easy-to-maintain single-chainring 9-speed drivetrain with a wide cassette that can handle terrain anywhere in the city. Dual pivot caliper brakes and 28C tires give the classic feel of the bike a modern touch. Long-running sealed hubs and a classy metallic paint job complete the build, making you look the business as you go about your day the old-fashioned way.

Offroad commuter, urban hauler, beer & café bike, a once-in-a-while gravel- / mountain bike, even a capable tourer. - whatever you call it, whatever your proposed usage might be: this one probably can. If you want reliable 1x shifting that rivals more expensive configurations, the Arise Geared is the bike for you. Fitted with a Microshift Advent 9-speed drivetrain and generous 11 - 42T cassette on a sturdy steel frame, you have a ride for life. Shimano hydraulic disc brakes provide reliable stopping power in the wet, while flat bars keep you comfortable and secure. A deck-style front rack, pannier, and mudguard mounts give you plenty of options for trips further afield.

When Benno made a Ballooner prototype a few years ago, they found that they enjoyed riding it more than any other bike. The very balanced geometry is comfortable and sporty, which allows for a longer, more purposeful ride. Elevated specs, including hydraulic disc brakes and an 8-speed internal hub, provide a smooth, almost effortless riding experience. The big, plush tires provide a comfortable and controlled ride. Studies have proven that in many road conditions quality high volume tires actually have less rolling resistance than skinny tires. In most urban settings, you'll often find yourself on rougher, less than perfect roads – another situation made better by a wider tire. All in all, the Ballooner is a real gentleman: humble, polite, elegant and extremely capable. A modern retro-style everyday commuter.