What happens when the trends of going local, being green and having a slightly geek chic look all coincide at once? Why, riding bikes becomes the creme de la cool of course! Bikes have been all the rage over the past few years. Whether you live in a giant metropolis and brave the commute alongside bike messengers and taxis or take a daily cruise along a much quieter beach path, having a bike is now an ubiquitous must.
Among our favorite trends in the bike world are the convenient, yet ridiculous bike concierges that can be found at certain LA farmer’s markets – what better excuse to style up your own two-wheeled wonder! As the weather heats up, even those who’d normally drive their car to the mailbox may decide to break out the beach cruiser and enjoy a ride. Here we suggest a few small additions to amp up your own bicycle’s style IQ.