Cruise Bicycle+Cafe, located in Tokyo's Bunkyo Ward, is famous not only for selling and customizing a selection of bicycles, but also for handling camping gear in order to promote the appeal of outdoor activities through bicycles.
Such "Cruise Bicycle+Cafe" will open its first store "CRUISE CUSTOM BASE" in Osaka at GREEN AGE on the 8th floor of Hankyu Umeda, which will undergo a floor renewal on April 12 (Wed.).
The store offers the original brand "BYCRUISE ORIGINALS," which is based on bicycles and camping. In addition, Takeshi Tomomura, a representative and mechanic of "CRUISE," will sell custom e-bikes and offer private customization by appointment only.
This issue of CRUISE CUSTOM BASE introduces some of the products in the CRUISE CUSTOM BASE lineup.
SUPER73 ZX CRUISE CUSTOM ¥693,000
The SUPER73 ZX, which follows the design of a mini bike, is a limited edition model that has been specially customized for the opening. The handlebars have been changed to a BMX type with original paint, and the seat is made by a craftsman who handles sofas and chairs in Japan.
Turning to the functional side, the front fork is cut to lower the bike's center of gravity and provide quicker handling than the original. Furthermore, the fork itself has been attached inverted to make the offset inward. The brakes have been upgraded to MAGURA hydraulic brakes, and the rotors have been changed to a two-piece type, bringing together Tomomura's knowledge and technology to create a bike with updated drivability.
BYCRUISE ORIGINALS
EMERGENCY & OUTDOOR MATCHES SET ¥2,200
Set of 2
These are outdoor matches produced in Kobe, the city of matches, which are resistant to moisture and can be stored for a long time. They come in a set of two in steel cans, and as you can see from their labels, one can be used for camping and one for disaster reserves.
BYCRUISE ORIGINALS
FAN STORAGE ECO SPECIAL ¥13,200
The carrying case for the CLAYMORE FAN V600+ rechargeable circulator is a typical item from VICREZ Originals. This time, X-PAC fabric made from recycled yarn is used to further improve durability and water resistance. The specially designed logo label and acrylic tabs are also eye-catching.
BYCRUISE ORIGINALS x LOCKFIELD EQUIPMENT
KANNON TABLE BLACK EDITION ¥30,800
The shop will also feature a collaboration item with garage brand LOCKFIELD EQUIPMENT, which has received a great response in the past. The table, which can be attached to a camera tripod, is now available in a limited black color to commemorate the store's opening.
Of course, in addition to this, they will also be selling original bicycle gear, outdoor gear, and limited collaboration items, so if you are interested, please visit the store. By the way, some of the limited items are only available between April 12 and 14, so this is the best time to go.
Those living in the Kanto area need not worry, as Cruise Bicycle+Cafe in Tokyo plans to sell a small quantity of the same products as a commemorative gift for the opening.
CRUISE CUSTOM BASE
Place: Hankyu Umeda Main Store 8F GREEN AGE EDIT
Address: 8-7 Kakudacho, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
Phone: 06-6361-1381 (main)
Instagram:@cruise_custombase.Osaka
*Followers of the above Instagram will receive an original sticker on a first-come, first-served basis.