Comfort

COMFORT AND COMPETENCE The Explorer has been one of our best-selling bikes, ever since its introduction in 1982. Originally designed as a mountain bike, the Explorer has since evolved into a very practical and very comfortable sport comfort bike. Inspired in part by our Hudsons and Citizens, without sacrificing the versatile on or off-road competence of the original Explorer, the newest generation Explorer is all about getting the most fun out of the ride, in STYLE, with performance and comfort features that make getting around so effortless it hardly feels like exercise. LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM When it comes to recreational riding on a so-called comfort bike, nothing gets more uncomfortable faster than having to pedal more weight than necessary. Explorers are built with lightweight 6061 aluminum tubing, resulting in a bike that is as easy to ride as it is to load onto a vehicle. - Lightweight aluminum frame, with comfortable upright ride position - Hi-tensile unicrown fork - Alloy 36H rims and stainless steel spokes - Shimano EZ-Fire Plus, 21-speed shifting - Forged alloy crankset with integrated chainguard - ProMax alloy direct-pull brakes with Shimano levers - Alloy micro-adjust seat post - Jamis Comfort with memory foam and bumper springs

RIDE POSITION A usual complaint from new riders trying to get into the cycling groove is feeling uncomfortably perched forward with too much weight on their wrists and having to crank their necks backwards just to be able to see in traffic. We specifically design our Explorers to remedy this. With extra-long head tubes to push handlebar height up, shorter top tubes to pull handlebars closer to the saddle, 4-inch rise handlebars that sweep back at a natural hand-grasp angle and long-quilled or angle-adjustable stems that allow for a wide range of adjustment to tune handle bar height and reach perfectly for each rider. COMFORT SADDLE Our super-plush saddle features extra-high-quality polyurethane padding for optimum support with maximum comfort. The slip-resistant suede-type top prevents sliding and the burnished side panels reduce leg friction while pedaling. Elastomer springs also help to soak up road vibrations. Offered in gender-specific sizes. PUMP UP THE VOLUME Our Explorer tires are ready for anything; they roll smoothly on pavement but offer a large 2.1” footprint and side knobs so that traction off the beaten path is never an issue. The additional benefit of that big footprint is larger air volume in the tire and tube, which results in lower air pressure for a more comfortable ride than tires with smaller volumes and higher air pressures. VERSATILITY But don’t let all this comfort talk fool you into thinking the Explorer has limited uses. While conceived to make cycling as comfortably fun as possible, the Explorer is capable of doing much more than keeping a new rider from hurting. Thanks to the full-range gearing of the drivetrain, the 2.1” footprint of the tires and the shock absorption of the suspension fork.

BEST IN CLASS COMFORT Our Hudsons are capable but cool. Casual but on it. The flowing curves and shaped tubes provide a design that rides comfortably, casually and efficiently while making a bold statement all at the same time. Our super plush saddle features Memory Foam padding for optimum support with maximum comfort. The slip-resistant suede-like top prevents sliding and the burnished side panels reduce leg friction while pedaling. Elastomer springs also help to soak up road vibrations.

Think of our Hudson as part Explorer and part Earth Cruiser. Capable but cool. Casual but on it. We blended the flowing curves and shaped tubes of seemingly disparate platforms like our carbon Dakota 29’ers and our aluminum DXT’s and came up with a smart frame design that rides comfortably, casually and efficiently while making a bold statement all at the same time. Hudson Lite When it comes to recreational riding on a so-called comfort bike, nothing gets more uncomfortable faster than having to pedal more weight than necessary. Which is why the Hudson Sport is built with lightweight 6061 aluminum tubing. We design comfort into the naturally stiffer ride of the aluminum tubes by specifying large volume tires and lengthening the chainstays and wheelbase for a stretch-limo sort of ride. Easy Rider Specially designed for flat-footed starts and stops. With your weight evenly distributed over the crank for comfortable and efficient pedaling on the saddle or off. The Hudson’s laid back seat tube and lowered bottom bracket height allows riders to position their saddles for efficient leg extension and still easily reach the ground while seated for balance when stopped. The longer chainstays and wheelbase in tandem with the lower center of gravity offers a very smooth, stable ride. Get Fit All frame sizes offer an extra-long head tube and hi- rise handlebars for a comfortable, upright ride position. Where's The Other Brake Lever? The SureStop braking system simplifies stopping by requiring only one brake lever to operate both front & rear brakes. It makes riding safer too by reducing the risk of front wheel lock-up. SureStop uses the momentum of the rear wheel to actively modulate the front brake, enabling smooth, controlled stopping. With only one hand! Best In Class Comfort Our super-plush saddle features Memory Foam padding for optimum support with maximum comfort. The slip-resistant suede-like top prevents sliding and the burnished side panels reduce leg friction while pedaling. Elastomer springs also help to soak up road vibrations. Offered in gender-specific sizes. Pump Up The Volume Our Hudson tires are ready to roll, coming in a tall 27.5” diameter with a bump-chewing 2.35” width. The big benefit of that footprint is larger air volume in the tire and tube, which results in lower air pressure for a more comfortable ride than tires with smaller volumes and higher air pressures. Clean And Simple The Hudson’s alloy crankset features an outer-ring chainguard, with another full-length chainguard running the length of the chain from seatstay to chainring. So socks, slacks, skirts and dresses are well protected from the chain. - 6061 TIG-welded aluminum frame - Hi-tensile unicrown fork - Alex DC25 alloy double-wall wheel set - 7-speed Shimano Altus components

BEST IN CLASS COMFORT Our Hudsons are capable but cool. Casual but on it. The flowing curves and shaped tubes provide a design that rides comfortably, casually and efficiently while making a bold statement all at the same time. Our super plush saddle features Memory Foam padding for optimum support with maximum comfort. The slip-resistant suede-like top prevents sliding and the burnished side panels reduce leg friction while pedaling. Elastomer springs also help to soak up road vibrations.

BEST IN CLASS COMFORT Our Hudsons are capable but cool. Casual but on it. The flowing curves and shaped tubes provide a design that rides comfortably, casually and efficiently while making a bold statement all at the same time. Our super plush saddle features Memory Foam padding for optimum support with maximum comfort. The slip-resistant suede-like top prevents sliding and the burnished side panels reduce leg friction while pedaling. Elastomer springs also help to soak up road vibrations.

Comfort, control, a breeze to ride. With an adjustable stem, suspension seatpost and grippy tires, Cypress makes it easy to experience the simple joy of riding a bike. With its lightweight yet durable ALUXX aluminum frame, upright positioning, and smooth-rolling 700c wheels, Cypress is an easy rider on all types of roads and paths. The suspension seatpost and cushioned saddle add comfort and control, so you'll barely notice those bumps and cracks in the road.

Comfort, control, a breeze to ride. With an adjustable stem, suspension seatpost and grippy tires, Cypress makes it easy to experience the simple joy of riding a bike. With its lightweight yet durable ALUXX aluminum frame, upright positioning, and smooth-rolling 700c wheels, Cypress is an easy rider on all types of roads and paths. The suspension seatpost and cushioned saddle add comfort and control, so you'll barely notice those bumps and cracks in the road.

Comfort, control, a breeze to ride. With an adjustable stem, suspension seatpost and grippy tires, Cypress makes it easy to experience the simple joy of riding a bike. With its lightweight yet durable ALUXX aluminum frame, upright positioning, and smooth-rolling 700c wheels, Cypress is an easy rider on all types of roads and paths.

- Upright ride positioning provides excellent visibility, comfort, and easy on/off the bike transitions - Mid-range, 1x7 drivetrain with twist shifter provides simple, easy shifting - Affordable price point keeps comfort within reach - Relaxed headtube angle provides more predictable and steady steering with nothing sneaking up on you - Relaxed seat tube angle brings the rider position less over the bars and more evenly positioned with better posture Wheel size: Size Small: 26-inch Size Medium: 27.5-inch Size Large: 29-inch

- Upright ride positioning provides excellent visibility, comfort, and easy on/off the bike transitions - Wide-range, 1x8 drivetrain with twist shifter and disc brakes provides simple, easy shifting, and great stopping power - Affordable price point keeps ultimate comfort within reach—even with a suspension fork and seatpost for maximum cushioning - Relaxed headtube angle provides more predictable and steady steering with nothing sneaking up on you - Relaxed seat tube angle brings the rider position less over the bars and more evenly positioned with better posture - Size-specific wheels allow for the perfect height-to-wheelsize match for a closer fit Wheel size: Size Small: 26-inch Size Medium: 27.5-inch Size Large: 29-inch

- Upright ride positioning provides excellent visibility, comfort, and easy on/off the bike transitions - Wide-range, 1x8 drivetrain with twist shifter and disc brakes provides simple, easy shifting, and great stopping power - Affordable price point keeps ultimate comfort within reach—even with a suspension fork and seatpost for maximum cushioning - Relaxed headtube angle provides more predictable and steady steering with nothing sneaking up on you - Relaxed seat tube angle brings the rider position less over the bars and more evenly positioned with better posture - Size-specific wheels allow for the perfect height-to-wheelsize match for a closer fit Wheel size: Size Small: 26-inch Size Medium: 27.5-inch

- Ultimate comfort design: adjustable stem, high-rise handlebars, quality suspension seatpost, fork, and comfy saddle - Upright posture provides excellent visibility and easy-to-handle ride characteristic - Generous standover and relaxed geometry make on/off bike transitions seamless - Quality Shimano 1x9 wide-range drivetrain and excellent hydraulic disc brakes make for exceptional durability and minimal maintenance - Relaxed headtube angle provides more predictable and steady steering with nothing sneaking up on you - Relaxed seat tube angle brings the rider position less over the bars and more evenly positioned with better posture - Dual-chainguard design prevents chain from dropping and protects clothing Wheel size: Size Small: 26-inch Size Medium: 27.5-inch Size Large: 29-inch

- Ultimate comfort design: adjustable stem, high-rise handlebars, quality suspension seatpost, fork, and comfy saddle - Upright posture provides excellent visibility and easy-to-handle ride characteristic - Generous standover and relaxed geometry make on/off bike transitions seamless - Quality Shimano 1x9 wide-range drivetrain and excellent hydraulic disc brakes make for exceptional durability and minimal maintenance - Relaxed headtube angle provides more predictable and steady steering with nothing sneaking up on you - Relaxed seat tube angle brings the rider position less over the bars and more evenly positioned with better posture - Dual-chainguard design prevents chain from dropping and protects clothing Wheel size: Size Small: 26-inch Size Medium: 27.5-inch