08 January,2009 07:31 AM IST | | Navdeep Kaur Marwah
Get ready to peddle your way to health with a cool new range of cycles in the city
As health and environment take priority over fanciness and frivolous spending, Firefox's new collection of bikes is all set to give a complex to luxury cars and superbikes with its hi-tech features and attractive accessories. We take you on a tour of the brand's fifth store in the capital.u00a0
Choices galore
The 700-square feet outlet houses a complete range of superbikes designed in UK and manufactured in Asia. This apart, it has on display selling bikes from Trek, an American bicycle brand that is being distributed in the country by Firefox. There is an assortment of over 40 models, and there is one for everyone, irrespective or age.u00a0
Rough stuff
There are separate models designed for mountain biking, dirt trails, unpaved environments and paved roads. Theu00a0 BMX bikes here have a wheelbase of 20-inches for long, rough rides. There is also a line of full suspension bikes packed with special hardware to overpower hostile hills. "Our hi-tech velocity machines come equipped with imported components like gears, dual suspension systems, quick release, light weight alloy frame and disc brakes. Cyclists would love them," said marketing head Ajit Gandhi.
Power add-ons
Cycling isn't just about what you're riding, but how you decide to embark on the experience. Coolest accessories to match different styles and needs help you make your wheel-play better. Helmets, bags, water bottles and speedometeru00a0these are just some of the additional stuff on offer.
Price range: Rs 2,500 to Rs 2 lakh
At: Firefox Bike Station, J-13/56, Rajouri Garden
Call: 45562852
For details, log on to https://www.firefoxbikes.com/
| Hottest models |
Available in steel grey and satin gold colours, this bike has a 15" alloy hydro frame, steel suspension fork with alloy triple crown, F/R disc brake and Shimano 21 speed with EZ fire shifter.u00a0 >> Edge This has a 19" alloy, four bar linkage frame, Shimano EZ fire shifter 21 speed, 34T free wheel, alloy rims, QR hub, alloy handle bar, stem and seat post.u00a0 u00a0>> Reloaded In this one, the full suspension wheel has a 17" alloy four linkage frame, suspension fork, Shimano 21 speed with EZ fire shifter, alloy rims and QR Hub along with alloy handlebar, stem and seat post.u00a0 << Target The all-terrain cycle has an 18" alloy MTB frame, suspension fork, Sram 21 speed with Revo shifter, alloy rims, alloy V-Type brakes, handlebar and stem. >> Cyclone It comes with alloy frame, 18 speed gears, V-type brakes and alloy rims.u00a0 << Ruff Comes with an oversized BMX frame and fork,u00a0 F- type chain guard, one-piece forged crank and front and rear caliper brakes. >> Alfa Apart from a boy-suited square frame and V-brakes, this model has adjustable brake levers and a one-piece forged crank.u00a0 u00a0 >> Diablo This kiddie bike for boys has an oversized BMX frame and fork, F- type chain guard, QR seat clamp and caliper brakes. |
