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NYC Bicycling high tech gear and gizmos gets all the buzz but the fastest growing segment of the self-propelled two wheel world is the urban market and its riders have very different needs. From across the Pond, Brooks England is one of those 'heritage' brand that makes retro-styled saddles, cycle bags and parts...that are just right for today's bicyclists wanting serious high style on their rides. Saddles-comfort and timeless design ---sturdy leather-includes more streamlined racing kind of saddles, one of kind, and limited editions. Adjustable side features, chrome plated steel and über lightweight titanium rails. Made in England selections and already sold out, logo embossed, saddles designed for Brooks sponsored teams/events. For Fall/Winter 2013 the Brooks England  collections includes the new plush leather Cult Bag group joining a complete bunch of durable haulers-totes, shoulder bags, rucksacks/panniers ---that easily transcend off the bike ---looks-wise...

NYC words/images Judith Ecochard BROOKS ENGLAND, PEDaLED,  BOOKMAN LIGHT, BIKE GLOW Brixton Tote Bicycles are a time honored way of commuting...around the world, and here in the USA, a growing way of getting to work. Eton Leather Satchel-shoulder straps can be used backpack style Barbican Leather Shoulder Bag-w/adjustable shoulder strap How nice then, that an Italian cycling conglomerate owned Brook England Ltd. --- a refreshed heritage brand with  a collection of masterfully crafted panniers and cycle luggage, messenger bags, saddles and ponchos...is launching here. Piccadilly Leather Knapsack-middle and Challenge Saddle tool  bag (l)  D-Shaped  Saddle Bag (r) this poncho fits right underneath the saddle... Victoria Saddle rain proof poncho Pickwick Backpack made of water resistant canvas, leather trim, roll-top w/ Brixton  Tote http://www.brooksengland.com Another brand launching here hails from J...