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Gucci and Bianchi Partner to Create $14,000 Carbon Fiber Bike

By , About.com GuideDecember 12, 2012

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gucchi bianchi carbon fiber urban bike bicycle detail disc brakesSo if you're looking for the perfect present for that special biking someone in your life and haven't yet found the right gift, fear not because I've got just the thing for you.  Gucci has unveiled its a new $14,000 bike, just in time for the holiday season. (Full photo here)

Created in conjunction with famed Italian bike maker Bianchi, this 11-speed urban bike features disc brakes, a flat handlebar, and a matte black finish that incorporates the brand's signature green-red-green stripe logo. A single speed version available in white is also offered.

gucchi bianchi carbon fiber urban bike bicycle accessories helmet water bottleThe bicycle was designed by Gucci's creative director, Frida Giannini, who also crafted a series of stylish accessories that go with it, including a helmet ($890), gloves ($305), and a water bottle ($105).

Seriously - $14,000 for a commuter bike? Who buys this stuff?

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December 23, 2012 at 9:37 am
(1) Michael Scottaline says:

Ron Paul says if anyone actually buys this bike, he’ll move to Sweden and become a Socialist!!!

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