BIKE FRIDAY was born in 1992 in a small garage in Eugene, Oregon, created by brothers Alan and Hanz Scholz.
It is common to think that the "Friday" in Bike Friday refers to the day of the week, but did you know it was actually inspired by the character "Man Friday" from "Robinson Crusoe"—a beloved best friend and capable companion?
It carries the meaning of being "an essential best partner for adventurers traveling around the world."
We are pleased to introduce the Pocket Rocket, a road bike model from Bike Friday, built here as a Circles original assembly.
【BIKE FRIDAY】 Pocket Rocket
Circles Original Complete Bike
¥200,000-(excl. tax)
We have built this matte black Pocket Rocket frame with Shimano SORA R3000 series road components in a flat-bar configuration.
This Pocket Rocket was built with the hope that it will always be by your side, whether for your daily commute to work or school, for longer rides, or for taking your bike on a train to reach that town you've always wanted to visit—from daily life to weekend adventures.
To make it easy to ride in any style of clothing, we assembled it with a crankset featuring a chain guard, which prevents your pant cuffs from getting caught and keeps the chain from dropping during folding.
We chose WTB Technical Trail Grips, which won't get slippery even if they get wet, and a Fabric saddle that won't make your rear end hurt even on long rides, placing the priority on comfortable riding over long times and distances.
For tires, we selected the reliable Panaracer Minits Tough, which are durable, long-lasting, and fast-rolling.
Despite being a small-wheeled flat-bar bike, we promise you the speedy performance and exhilarating feel of a road bike.
The folding mechanism of the frame is essentially a one-touch operation using quick-release levers.
Where does the force go when riding a bicycle?
What kind of folding method is easiest to use?
What materials should be used to make it longer-lasting and more reasonably priced?
The answer to these questions couldn't be found overnight.
However, I believe that the result of pursuing them is why Bike Friday has become a bicycle loved around the world.
When folding a Bike Friday, you fold the body and remove the handlebar post. Since there is no locking mechanism for the folded state, it is secured with a belt or similar item.
Many other brands of folding bikes have built-in locking mechanisms when folded. While this feature is certainly convenient for keeping the bike held firmly together for transport, it is also true that those fixed folding systems limit your customization options.
Handlebars and seatposts might be proprietary parts, or it may be impossible to install external derailleurs. (Depending on the Bike Friday model, you can choose between external gear, internal gear, or belt drive specifications at the time of order!)
Bike Friday allows you to pack the bike down compactly by arranging the position and angle of the handlebar—whether it's a flat bar, drop bar, or bullhorn bar—and securing it with a belt, which is the part that usually gets in the way when storing.
This Bike Friday Pocket Rocket is sure to become your best partner.
It is available for immediate delivery, so why not take it along for your Golden Week holiday?!
Come on, head out on your Bike Friday today!
【Bike Spec】
| Main Frame: | BIKE FRIDAY | Pocket Rocket Top Tube Length: 540mm |
| Handlebar: | NITTO | B2525AA |
| Stem: | BIKE FRIDAY | Gooseneck |
| Main Groupset: | SHIMANO | SORA R3000 2×9 |
| Hub: | SHIMANO | HB/FH-RS300 32H |
| Rim: | ALEX RIM | DA22 |
| Tire: | PANARACER | Minits Tough (23×451) |
＊Pedals are not included with this BIKE FRIDAY.
＊These specifications are subject to change without notice.