May 10, 2012 12:01 AM

Biking to Work? Here's Some Loot for Your Commute

Cycling gear isn’t all carbon fiber and spandex. Here are some commuter-friendly pieces that let you cruise around town without looking like you’re gunning for the podium in Paris.

Photos by Jon Snyder and Ariel Zambelich/Wired

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