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<p>The PUBLIC C9-AL (Aluminum) is a sleeker version of our best-selling city bike and our lightest-weight step-through frame to date. This smart, lightweight commuter uses a modern frame design and is well-suited for breezing through errands around the city as well as longer commutes.</p> <p>The PUBLIC C9-AL is our best step-through city bike, with more performance than ever and unbeatable value. We went back to the drawing board with a totally redesigned frame made from PUBLIC premium aluminum tubing. The Shimano 9-speed drivetrain provides a wider range of gears to conquer even steeper hills and longer distances, and the Rapid-fire trigger shifter provides quick, effortless shifting.</p> <p>To keep this bike trim and sleek, we swapped in a lighter-weight saddle and commuter-tested handlebars while nixing the fenders, chain guard and kickstand altogether. Weighing in at just 25lbs, the PUBLIC C9-AL is a full 5lbs lighter than our average steel bike. This weight savings makes a big difference when you’re carrying the bike up or down stairs or during your regular commute.</p> <p>This walk-up-apartment-friendly commuter features a low entry design that makes it easy to put a foot down when stopped, and allows you to get on and off the bike with ease in everyday attire. Puncture-resistant commuter bike tires deliver our signature smooth ride, even on rough city streets, and strong dual-pivot caliper brakes let you ride hard and stop on a dime in any traffic jam.</p> <p>Lastly, front and rear rack mounts are included to accommodate a range of baskets and cargo racks, so you can let the bike do all of the heavy lifting. You'd be hard-pressed to find a better bike at such an affordable price, with thoughtful design and quality components normally found on bikes costing much more.</p> <p>With refinements in style and performance, we can confidently say the PUBLIC C9-AL is the best commuter bike available whether you’re going uptown, downtown, or all-around town.</p> <p><strong>SPECS:</strong></p> <div> <ul></ul> <p> FRAMESET</p> </div> <ul> <li> Frame:<span> PUBLIC premium aluminum tubing, with fender and rack braze-ons</span> </li> <li> Fork:<span> PUBLIC chromoly hi-tensile blend fork, with fender and rack braze-ons</span> </li> </ul> <p> CONTACT POINTS</p> <ul> <li> Saddle:<span> Premium PUBLIC Bike Saddle, memory foam, 186mm wide, steel polish rails.</span> </li> <li> Grips:<span> PUBLIC Comfort Grip</span> </li> <li> Stem:<span> Forged alloy quill stem, 25 degree rise, 25.4mm clamp</span> </li> <li> Headset:<span> 1" threaded, steel</span> </li> <li> Pedals:<span> Wellgo C169, full alloy platform and cage, 9/16" axle</span> </li> <li> Handlebar:<span> PUBLIC alloy Cafe Handlebar, 600mm wide, 25postdeg backsweep, 35mm rise</span> </li> <li> Seat Post:<span> Alloy micro-adjust with integrated clamp, 27.2mm</span> </li> </ul> <p> DRIVETRAIN AND BRAKES</p> <ul> <li> Shifter:<span> Shimano Altus Rapidfire trigger shifters, 9-speed index</span> </li> <li> Rear Derailleur:<span> Shimano Altus 9-speed</span> </li> <li> Crankset:<span> Alloy crankset 170mm, 39 tooth chainring with outer chainring guard, square taper.</span> </li> <li> Cassette:<span> Shimano 9 speed HG2019 11-34 tooth cassette</span> </li> <li> Brakes:<span> Cold forged, high polish, alloy dual pivot caliper, with alloy 4 finger </span>levers</li> </ul> <p> WHEELS AND TIRES</p> <ul> <li> Tires:<span> Kenda Kwest 700x35c in Cream</span> </li> <li> Tubes:<span> Presta</span> </li> <li> Rims:<span> Painted to match, alloy 32H, 700c, machine braking surface.</span> </li> <li> Spokes:<span> Stainless steel</span> </li> <li> Hubs:<span> Alloy low flange 32H, nutted bolt-on axle</span> </li> <li> Weight:<span> 24.5 lbs</span> </li> </ul> <p><br></p>