This innovative bike design technology allowed riders to sit upright on their bikes, maintaining a relaxed riding position but with the added benefit of proper leg extension allowing riders to develop their full range of motion.Īdditionally, the crank-forward design meant that riders could drop their feet flat to the ground at any point without having to dismount from the saddle eliminating the tiptoe motion normally required. In 2003 Electra Bikes introduced their new bike model, the Electra Townie bike, which combined Electra Bicycles’ modern and contemporary stylistic vision with brand new technology, which they would patent and call Flat Foot Technology®. See Electra Bikes on REI Quick Facts About Electra Bikes Despite their humble beginnings, the Electra Bicycle Company is now owned by Trek after being bought by the American cycling giants in 2014, but their philosophy remains the same, to have fun on a bicycle and to make bikes that look and ride great. The Electra Cruiser gave the American people a more casual riding option in a market saturated by mountain and road bikes, making going to the grocery store or making short trips a more laid-back affair.īaensiger’s designs combined classic and contemporary, with the Electra Cruiser (the Electra DeLuxe Cruiser) featuring the now-famous two-tone paint scheme and the tag-line, “Modern cruisers, with modern components, for modern people”.Īs the years went by, further bike models were added to the range including the Townie, the Loft, and a range of kids bikes. Uninspired by the cycling scene at the time in the US, they wanted to bring back the fun of owning a bike and re-launched the ‘cruiser’ to the American market. Erforth was a salesman, and together they decided to launch the Electra Bicycle Company. Both Baensiger and Erforth grew up in Germany but were attracted to California by the sunshine and proximity to the beach.īaenziger was a graphic designer formerly working with Adidas and other sports brands before deciding to turn his talent to bicycles. Electra bikes or the Electra Bicycle Company was founded in Leucadia, California in 1993 by two German friends Benno Baenziger and Jeano Erforth. Electra Orange 24” Aluminum Wheels with 24x3.0. If you are looking for worn faded or scratched up bike this is not for you. This bike is in immaculate condition that has been ridden a couple of miles. Electra Second Generation Rat Fink 3i Cruiser. Last of my collection in which I’m parting with. Collectable Electra Rat Fink 3 Speed Beach Cruiser - $900 (Romoland).
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Tiki head beer holder, 3G Chopper pedals, White wall fatti O tires, Bamboo grips, Lepoard Skin seat, and comes with extra Cup holder, old pedals, and screw on glow in the dark air caps. Used - Custom Electra Rat Fink My days crusing this on the beaches of Florida are over.
Pick up only.DetailsEd “Big Daddy” Roth was, to many, the consummate artist, free-spirited maveric. A very sweet ride that is a real head turner. Very seldom used by adult only and stored indoors. Electra Rat Fink Bicycle for sale - $650 (Rotonda West)Įxcellent Condition very rare collectible tricked out Electra Rat Fink Bicycle for sale.
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