Jamis Beatnik (2013)

Singleness doesn’t refer to the number of speeds, but to the feeling of connection when you’re spun out, on top of the gear, and just flowing through the streets or over the boards.

Go with the velodrome-inspired Sonik, if you want to find out how fast you really are. The aero-section 7005 aluminum is double-butted for strength, with a radiused seat tube that shields the rear wheel from the wind to help you hold your velocity as you G-out on the banking.

If the reality of your world includes bike racks, potholes and sewer grates, stick with the durable, welded steel frames of our Sputnik and Beatnik. The Sputnik is trimmed out with a classic drop handlebar and bar-end brake levers, double toe straps and a genuine Selle San Marco saddle for those all-important contact points. While the Beatnik offers a narrowed flat handlebar for a more propped up riding position, with Jamis Retro saddle and alloy cage pedals.