Minneapolis, Minnesota: the northernmost part of the United States. All-City is based in a place where mid-winter temperatures can plunge as low as -20°C. They are so vocal about calling themselves a "party brand" that they truly deliver bikes that make you happy.
Their bikes truly embody the saying, "God is in the details." Although they are a playful brand, they skillfully incorporate classical elements to create frames that demonstrate a deep knowledge of bicycle culture.
Here is a custom version of one of their cool commuter bikes!
For Long Tomorrow (Dropbar Style)
This was an order from a petite woman. Her hope was to ride long distances and eventually explore some light off-road terrain. This build was assembled to make those wishes come true. We converted this bike, which isn't overly aggressive but offers snappy handling, to drop bars. Furthermore, we upgraded it from a 1x drivetrain to a 2x setup.
It’s a wonderful build with a color choice that makes it easy to enjoy every day, designed to let her enjoy weekend rides and those long-awaited tomorrows for a long time to come.
Unfortunately, this colorway is now SOLD OUT, but we are already looking forward to the color options for next season's Super Professional.
Attention to Frame Details
A common trait in all All-City frames is their focus on frame hardware. This includes the fork crown, rear dropouts, and bottle cage mounts. They design these parts themselves, and many of these designs are heavily influenced by vintage bicycles. You can see how they follow classic details, such as the two-piece fork crown design, the diamond-shaped bottle cage mounts, and the lugged seat clamp.
It is no exaggeration to say that these small details give the entire bike its spirited, classic aesthetic.
With the Super Professional specifically, they even went as far as designing a unique rear dropout. This bike was designed to accommodate a wide variety of riding styles, and it is built with the intention of being ridden as a single-speed by removing the derailleur.
It is a type of what is generally called a slider dropout, but its very simple design allows it to sit neatly at the rear of the bike without making the look overly mechanical.
Philosophy on Paint
It isn't just the frame details; All-City shows a strong commitment to their paintwork as well. Much like their frame hardware, many of their paint schemes are inspired by classic bicycles. And, as expected, their sense for blending colors, glitter, and painting techniques to create a modern look is truly impressive.
They don't just make things that are classic; they create paint schemes that blend into the modern landscape and draw you further into the charm of cycling, which certainly captures our hearts.
They are one of the brands we look forward to seeing new colors from every year.
The Personality of All-City
They call themselves a "party brand." The word "party" conjures up images of something glittering and boisterous. Indeed, many All-City bikes are designed as race machines, giving them a slightly special presence.
However, the founder of All-City, Jeff, started this brand from fixed-gear bikes. Fixed-gear bikes were the reason I became obsessed with cycling. Originally, they were race equipment for track cycling. Because of their stylish look and the toughness born from their simple structure, they gained popularity as daily workhorses and as tools for fun, like doing tricks, creating a huge wave. I was caught up in that wave too. What I felt then was an irrepressible "excitement." I still vividly remember how every day was fun and thrilling. I'm sure he felt the same incredible excitement back when he was riding fixed-gear bikes every day, just like I was.
Maybe it's just my own projection, but All-City makes bikes that take race-bred performance and bring it into the everyday, standing by your side in daily life, and happily joining you for weekend fun. Their "party" might not just be about gathering everyone to go wild—it might be about enjoying the little events of every day.
