Brooklyn Machine Works introduces the new Launchpad, their fixie trick bike. First shipment to shops are Orange 20, WBASE, Chari & Co. and Tokyo Fixed Gear. The Brooklyn Machine Works Launchpad will release in long or short top tube versions, and optional is mid or euro bottom bracket. MSRP is $850.

Pure sexy! Well it is easy to say since they are called Sexy Bicycles, and they live up to the name. In total 9 bikes will drop, with 3 track bikes and 3 fixies, but the catch is all are limited to a certain amount. This is the first collection released, so its fitting that they are called “Release One”. Via Bike Reviews.

Specialized Langster Las Vegas

The Specialized Langster lineup for 2009 consists of six complete fixed gear bikes, five of which represent a different major city as its theme, and one frame set with an edge for track competition.

The Specialized Langster Las Vegas, one of the fixies that hosts a city theme, features graphics of poker chips, rolling dice, and the famous “Welcome to Las Vegas” sign on a Matt Black with a hint of Gold Specialized specific frame.

Other themes include: Japanese style graphics to represent Tokyo, the brand Specialized written in a 60’s like text and more various hippie related graphics equaling San Francisco, umbrellas and some rain for Seattle, and last but not least an over-all yellow colorway and taxi stripes for nothing less than New York.

Lastly, the plain Jane “Langster” is a not as “specialized” of a track bike in relation to theme. The rest of the specifications are identical.

Learn more and see picture of each cycle after the jump.

Specialized Langster Tokyo

Specialized Langster San francisco

Specialized Langster Seattle

Specialized Langster New Work

Specialized Langster

Here is a list of specifications pertaining to all bikes above.

Frame: Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, fully manipulated tubing, compact design, integrated headset

Fork: Specialized FACT carbon, carbon fiber legs, aluminum crown and steerer

Headset: Specialized Mindset, 1-1/8″ integrated threadless, steel cage bearings, 20mm alloy cone w/ 10mm alloy spacer

Stem: Specialized Sport, 3D forged alloy, 6 degree rise, 31.8mm clamp

Handlebars: Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum flat bar, 400mm width, 31.8mm or Specialized Comp, 6061 alloy, short drop, ergonomic shaping, 31.8mm

Tape: Body Geometry cork ribbon

Front Brake: Ultralight dual pivot brakes, Teflon pivots, forged alloy w/ cartridge pads

Rear Brake: Ultralight dual pivot brakes, Teflon pivots, forged alloy w/ cartridge pads

Brake Levers: Avid FR-5, alloy, two-finger, linear pull

Cassette: Shimano Freewheel, 16t

Chain: KMC Z-510HX 1 Speed

Crankset: Sugino Zen Messenger

Chainrings: 42t

Bottom Bracket: Sealed cartridge, square taper, 68mm x 103mm

Pedals: Silver cage, black body, w/ toe clip and strap

Rims: Alex Race 32, sleeve joint, CNC sidewall 32h

Front Hub: Track, bolt-on w/ track axle nuts, 32h

Rear Hub: Track bolt-on w/ track axle nuts, 32h

Spokes: Stainless 14g

Front Tire: Specialized Mondo Sport, 700x23c, wire bead, 60TPI, Flak Jacket

Rear Tire: Specialized Mondo Sport, 700x23c, wire bead, 60TPI, Flak Jacket

Inner Tubes: Specialized standard presta tube

Saddle: Specialized Comp Road, full padding

SeatPost: Specialized carbon wrapped, two-bolt clamp, 27.2mm

Seat Binder: Specialized alloy 31.8mm

Notes: Chain stay protector, clear coat, owners manual

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Langster Las Vegas: $880
Langster Tokyo: $880
Langster San Francisco: $880
Langster Seattle: $880
Langster New York: $880
Langster: $830

Specialized Langster S-Works Frameset

Specifications for Specialized Langster S-Works Frameset (image above).

Frame: S-Works E5 Aerotec Aluminum, fully manipulated tubing, smooth weld compact track racing design, integrated headset, steel dropout protectors

Fork: S-Works FACT carbon, monocoque construction, full carbon legs, crown and steerer

Headset: Specialized Mindset Plus, 1-1/8″ integrated threadless, sealed cartridge bearings, 20mm carbon cone w/ one 10mm and two 5mm carbon spacers

Seatpost: S-Works SL, FACT carbon w/ Zertz insert, 27.2mm

Seat Binder: S-Works Forged alloy

Notes: Chain stay protector, clear coat, owners manual

MSRP: $1100

Introducing the Schwinn Cutter; If you want to enter the fixed gear scene but at a low expense, take a look at what Schwinn has in store for 2009. For USD $299, the Schwinn Cutter is by far the least expensive compared to its competition. The all-matte black track bike features a flat bar for handlebars and front and rear break – perfect for someone who’s never ridden fixed before.

Here are the specifications straight from Schwinn:

Frameset

Frame: Schwinn N’ Gauged high tensile steel track
Fork: N’ Gauged high tensile TIG welded unicrown with forged dropouts
Color(s): Matte Black

Drivetrain

Bottom Bracket: VP semi-cartridge square taper
Derailleurs: n/a
Shifters: n/a
Chain: KMC Z410

Wheels

Rims: Weinmann alloy with 36 holes
Hubs: Formula alloy with sealed mechanism
Spokes: 14 gauge stainless, 36 per wheel
Tires: Kenda K193 700X28C

Components

Pedals: Resin body, steel axle
Brake Levers: ProMax alloy with reach adjustment
Handlebar: Flat bar
Stem: Alloy 0 degree rise quill style
Headset: 1 1/8″ threaded
Grips: Schwinn Approved single density Kraton rubber
Saddle: Schwinn approved
Seat Post: Alloy pillar

Extras

Extras: Customizable decal set with three options

The Fuji Track Pro will be totally revamped for 2009. It features a color pattern of Black and Fuji Red with White Fuji logos and graphics on a Fuji’s specific frame made of alloy, which is much wider then last years Fuji Track Pro. The relatively high seat post, when compared to most track bikes is one of the most commented design features about the new Fuji Track Pro. From what we’ve heard, the seat post is like black liquorish, you either hate it or you love it. However, no matter if you appeal Fuji’s new design or embrace it, there’s no debate about its ingenuity. MSRP $1,700.00

Here are the specifications of the Fuji Track Pro 2009 courtesy of Fuji.

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Sizes: 49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
Color(s): Black/Fuji Red
Main frame: A-6 Quaternary phase alloy, custom butted and Aero shaped Down tube, Integrated Head and Seat Tube.
Rear triangle: A-6 Quaternary phase alloy butted seat stays with shaped ride tuned Chainstay, repacable Stainless Steel Drop-out
Fork: FC-770 Fuji Straight Blade Integrated Carbon w/1 1/8″ alloy steerer
Crankset: NEW FSA Carbon Pro Track, 144 bolt pattern, 49T
Bottom bracket: T.H. ISIS Sealed Cartridge
Pedals: Nil
Front derailleur: Nil
Rear derailleur: Nil
Shifters: Nil
Cassette: 15T CNC Sprocket w/Lockring
Chain: KMC Z-510
Wheelset: Novatec Force Double 30mm Track
Front hub: Formula High Flange, 32H Sealed cartridge bearing
Rear hub: Formula High Flange, 32H Sealed cartrigde bearing
Spokes: Double Butted Stainless
Rims: Alex Crostini R1.1, 32H Black
Tires: Vittoria Diamonte Pro Lite, 700 x 23c
Tubes: Kenda Ultralite Presta
Brake set: Nil
Brake levers: Nil
Headset: V.P. 1 1/8″ Integrated Road, with convex hollow alloy spacer
Handlebar: Deda Pista Alloy Track
Stem: Deda Quattro Forged Alloy 31.8mm
Tape/grip: Fuji Custom MicroFibre wrap
Saddle: NEW San Marco Ponza w/Embossed logo and cro-mo rails
Seat post: Fuji Integrated Seat Tube Alloy, 300mm
Seat clamp: Al CNC Interface

Fuji Track Bike Pro

One unique fixed gear bike in particular stood out from the rest at the Trek World 2008 event, where Trek revealed their lineup for 2009. The Trek District – a single speed fixed Gates common belt drive bike (no chain) with front and rear breaks and an urban look – is one of many fixed gear bikes to emerge in 09’ that incorporates features for the novice fixed gear rider. The Trek District features a glossy gray Trek specific frame with orange graphics, orange wheel sets, brown handlebar grips and seat, and an optional chain guard. MSRP $929.99

Here are some more specifications I found on the Trek District at Trek’s site.

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Frameset

Sizes: 0, 54, 56, 58, 60cm
Frame: Alpha Black Aluminum
Fork: Bontrager Satellite Plus, carbon

Wheels

Wheels: Alloy cartridge bearing hubs; alloy rims
Tires: Bontrager Race Lite, puncture resistant, 700x28c; 60 tpi

Drivetrain

Shifters: n/a
Front Derailleur: n/a
Rear Derailleur: n/a
Crank: Bontrager Satellite Nebula w/55T alloy C-Drive belt sprocket
Cassette: C-Drive 22T alloy belt sprocket
Pedals: MKS Sylvan Track

Components

Saddle: Bontrager Race
Seat Post: Bontrager Satellite Nebula
Handlebars: Trek Urban, alloy
Stem: Bontrager Soho, 15 degree
Headset: Cartridge bearings, sealed
Brakeset: Alloy dual pivot w/Tektro alloy levers
Extras: Chainguard, belt drive

Besides its street appeal, very little is known about this Fuji track bike. However, its close resemblance of Fuji’s 2008 Fuji x Obey has speculators guessing this fixed gear bike is the Fuji x Obey 2009 version. The urban styles of both track bikes are emerging in cities everywhere, but without the help of manufacturing assembly lines; More commonly bikes like these usually start life out at someone’s home, one piece at a time. Has Fuji tapped into the urban fixed gear scene? We’d like to thinks so.

Like the Fuji x Obey that was dropped for 2008, Fuji’s untitled track bike features a black/charcoal matted theme with a red seat post, frame neck, handlebars, wheel sets, tires, graphics, and other red accents rather than gold – to accentuate the bikes beauty. The only clue Fuji left us with is the word “League” (whatever that means) printed on the frame. We were unable to get our hands on any specs, but we’re on the look out.

Introducing the new addition to Bianchi Pista in 2009. Because most conventional cyclist object to riding a fixed gear for the absence of a break to stop with, Bianch has added another Pista to their 2009 line up. The new Bianchi Pista 2009 line up will include the look and feel of a fixed gear bike but with breaking amenities. Not only will the Pista include front and rear breaks for the first time since its existence, but it will also have a straightbar rather than bullhorn handlebars. Bianchi will offer their conventional cyclist friendly track bike in two of their past color schemes, blue and chrome, and at a slightly higher price than Bianchi’s standard Pista.

Bianchi Pista 2009

Felt has got something new in the track bike category for 2009. The Felt TK2 and TK3 offer track cyclist both an ultra light and stiff ride and a great design. The TK2 features an Aluminum Custom Butted Aero Super-light 7005 Frame with Felt specific carbon fiber forks. Themed Gloss White, Black and Olympic Gold, the Felt TK2 screams competition. Especially considering its weight, 16.06 pounds.

Specs are from Felt’s site

Frame:
Felt Custom Butted Aero Super-light 7005 Aluminum, Forged Dropouts w/ Stainless Steel Inserts

Fork:
Felt TkR carbon fiber w/ alloy steerer tube

Components:
SRAM TruVativ Omnium 2pc Track w/ 144mm B.C.D. 48t 1/8” Chainring x 15t 1/8” cog w/ lockring; Deda Pista Bar, Felt TkR bladed carbon seatpost

Wheelset:
Felt TkR2 High Flange double threaded track hubs/DT Stainless Steel Spokes/40mm deep aero track rims, 28H front, 28H rear; Vittoria Ultra SPEED 145g 700c x 20mm track tires

Finish:
Gloss White, Black, & Olympic Gold

Sizes:
52, 54, 56, 58, 60cm

Weight:
16.06 pounds/7.30kg

The Felt TK3 differs in looks from the TK2 with a Black and Red color pattern. It also weights slightly more at 17.97 pounds. All together, I have to say that the their geometry is on point.

Specs are form Felt’s site

Frame:
Felt Custom Butted Super-light 7005 Aluminum, Forged Dropouts w/ Stainless Steel Inserts Fork:
Felt TKR carbon fiber

Components:
Felt 3pc Cold Forged Track w/ CNC Machined Alloy 144mm B.C.D. 48t 3/32” Chainring x 15t 3/32” cog w/ lockring; Felt TkR Track Bar & Post

Wheelset:
Felt TkR4 High Flange track hubs/Stainless Steel Spokes/30mm deep aero track rims, 28H front, 28H rear

Finish:
Gloss Black

Sizes:
52, 54, 56, 58, 60cm

Weight:
17.97 pounds/8.17kg

If you’ve every tried taking your bike on a plane ride, you probably remember encountering an additional expense of about $60 or more (as if there wasn’t enough fees associated with travel already). To avoid some of the headaches when traveling, Freeman Transport, a one of a kind bike building company, has designed some of their inventory with the traveling bike enthusiast in mind. The Freeman Transport Collapsible Fixed Gear bike breaks down to fit into its custom bag so you can bring it as your carry-on. Not only does its unique design spare you some doe, it does it looking good, too. Judging strictly off of appearance, Freeman’s fixed gear is clean looking, which surprised me because usually all-in-one products tend to lack in certain areas – appearance being one of them. It comes with a case which resembles an over-sized messenger bag and goes with the color scheme of the bike, matted army green and black. No word on its performance but we’ll keep you posted.

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