Are you living in NYC? If you're living in NYC or traveling through it, then surely you've experienced the pain that is commuting and transportation in NYC. NYC is notorious for their traffic. No one enjoys trying to catch a cab or riding the subway. Fortunately, there's a better option: cruiser bikes. Cruiser bikes are the perfect bikes for city life especially in NYC. It can help you to get to work (or wherever you're going) quicker and it will make you healthier and save you money in the long run. These bikes are also perfect for sightseeing or just taking in all that city life has to offer. Check out this slideshare presentation to see some of the biggest benefits of riding a cruiser bike in NYC.

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2.  Over-sized wheels, beautiful paint jobs,
baskets, and steamers make them
aesthetically pleasing
 They have a 1950’s look that makes us
nostalgic
 Great for smooth surfaces and city life

3.  No special features with extra fees
 Estimated to be $200-$300 cheaper than
other bikes
 Can cost as low as $100 on sale
 Very rarely more than $500
 Saves you from having to pay for
transportation

4.  More comfortable than other bikes
 Larger seats and handlebars
 Sits you upright similar to how you sit in a
chair
 This makes it easier to ride for longer periods of
time
 The more you ride the better you’ll look and
feel

5.  You won’t have to wait on a cab
 You won’t have to wait on the subway
 Bikes are up to 50% faster than cars in rush
hour traffic

6.  Cruiser bikes are almost always single speed
 Ideal for a simple bike cruise spent stopping
and admiring NYC’s attractions
 Perfect for a stroll through Central Park
 Great for riding throughTimes Square
 Cruiser bikes promote a simple lifestyle

7.  NYC’s air pollution causes approximately 6%
of deaths each year
 Bikes don’t emit harmful gases or pollutants
 Much better for the environment than a cab
or subway
 Can help solve NYC’s air pollution problem

8.  The House sells a large inventory of cruiser
bikes.
 Visit http://www.the-house.com/cruiser-
bikes.html for more info.