Velo City: Bicycle Culture and City Life

Custom BMX bikes are bicycles that have been modified or built from scratch to meet the specific needs and preferences of the rider. These bikes are often tailored to suit the individual rider’s style, size, and riding discipline, whether that be street riding, park riding, or racing.

Custom builds often feature a mix of aftermarket and stock parts, which can be chosen based on the rider’s desired performance characteristics, such as weight, strength, and durability.

Riders can choose from a wide range of colors, graphics, and custom components to create a bike that is unique and stands out from the crowd. But building a custom bike requires a significant amount of knowledge and skill, as well as access to specialized tools and equipment.

Fast And Fizzy: Falconer Cruiser by Blue Lug

Fast And Fizzy: Falconer Cruiser by Blue Lug

It’s been two years since Cameron Falconer blew me away with the fat-tyred mini-velo dirt shredder he built for a Japanese customer. This new lemon sherbet BMX cruiser again proves Falconer’s focus on fabricating insanely fun and functional bikes.

Velo City: Bicycle Culture and City Life

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