The PUBLIC C3 is our newest Dutch-style, 3-speed internal hub gear, all-purpose, lightweight steel-frame urban bike. The internal hub gearing allows you to shift gears without having to pedal, whether you're stopped at an intersection or coasting. The three speed gears provide plenty of range for moderate hill climbing. With its curved, open, step-through frame design, it is often referred to as a Dutch bike. But this classic European geometry is seen on the streets from Denmark to Italy and now more frequently in the US. It is especially well suited for those who wear skirts, carry extra weight on the rear rack, or prefer not to swing a leg over a typical frame crossbar.

Old-school aesthetic charm with modern components. Reliable and utilitarian enough to be your everyday, rain or shine, commuter workhorse. The inside of the tire rims on the PUBLIC C3 are painted to match the frame color. Color options include our classic Cream, Powder Blue, and Orange.

Signature PUBLIC features include a durable, long-lasting steel-frame. Guaranteed for life. Upright handlebars and relaxed frame geometry provide European feel and comfort. Featherweight aluminum chain guard and fenders keep your clothes clean and tidy on the way to work, coffee date or gallery event. You can add a PUBLIC rack to carry a pannier, rear basket, or bungee your items.

The list of thoughtful, civilized details are listed below. But you need to ride the bike to appreciate the solid, quiet feel of its ride. Put simply, the PUBLIC C3 rides like butter.

We make delivery and assembly easy for you, including our unique Ready to Ride option that allows anyone to assemble a PUBLIC bike at their home or office in minutes (tools included).

Details

• Comfortable: Steel tubing and accurate frame geometry make for a softer ride than with other materials. Seats are designed for normal clothing.
• Ergonomic: Upright handlebars keep you looking forward, not down. They're also kinder to your back.
• Practical: Kickstands so you don't have to prop your bike up against a lamppost. And chain guards to keep grease off your fresh, clean clothes.
• Modern: The Shimano Nexus system brings state-of-the-art smart technology to the shifting system. Changing through the three-gears is about as easy as shifting an automatic car.
• Safe Braking:Alloy brakes combine with lightweight alloy rims with machined brake surfaces for quick, safe and controlled stops.
• City Smart: 35 MM tires are wide enough to handle curbs and potholes but narrow enough for speed.
• Feet Friendly: Reinforced resin pedals designed wide enough to ride with boots, pumps, flip-flops, or anything in between.
• Durable: The hi-tensile steel frame is guaranteed for life.
• Love At First Ride Or Your Money Back: The ride itself may be the best thing about your PUBLIC bike. Which is why we offer our Love at First Ride guarantee: If you do not love your bike from the very first ride, well take it back. Period.

Delivery: Your bike is ready to ship within 3-5 business days. We'll deliver it to your door or to your local bike shop.

Weight: 29 lbs (standard)

Frame: PUBLIC hi-tensile steel frame, with fender and rack braze-ons, integrated kickstand bracket

Fork: PUBLIC hi-tensile unicrown steel fork, with fender and rack braze-ons

Handlebar: Steel commuting bar, 15 deg back sweep, 580mm wide, 25mm rise, 25.4mm clamp

Stem: Forged alloy quill stem, 15 degree rise, 25.4mm clamp

Headset: 1" threaded steel

Grips: PUBLIC triangle grip, 125/90mm, closed end

Freewheel: Shimano 20 tooth cog

Crankset: Alloy crankset 170 mm, 39 tooth chainring with outer chainring guard, square taper

Bottom bracket: Square taper BSA English threaded cartridge bottom bracket

Chain: KMC Z510, 1/2" x 3/32" rustproof

Pedals: PUBLIC platform pedal, with rubber pads, 9/16" axle, ball bearings

Front & rear brake:Cold forged alloy dual pivot caliper brake

Shifter: Shimano Nexus Inter-3 Revoshift twist shifter

Brake levers: Alloy 4 finger caliper brake lever

Saddle: PUBLIC seat, 165mm wide, steel polished rails

Seat post: Alloy micro-adjust 27.2mm x 350mm length

Seat post clamp: Alloy 1 bolt

Tires: Kenda Kwest, 700x35c, 60TPI, with reflective stripe

Inner tubes: Schrader valve

Rims: Alloy deep section, 36 hole, 700c, machined brake surface

Front hub: Alloy, nutted bolt-on axle

Rear hub: Shimano Nexus Inter-3, 3 speed internal geared hub

Spokes: Stainless steel 14G

Chainguard: Alloy chainguard

Kickstand: Alloy center mount

Fenders: Alloy full fender

Ready to Ride = $135 Shipping
Our recommended option - in most cases, this is the easiest and cheapest. Your bike will be shipped directly to you via FedEx, 99% assembled. A few quick steps will have you and your bike on the road. Tools are included. Take a peek at the assembly manual and video if you're unsure.

Bike Shop Assembly = $65 Shipping plus Assembly Fee
Your PUBLIC will be shipped to a bike shop near you via FedEx. A local bike expert will make sure your bike is properly assembled, adjusted, and ready to roll for an additional $50-$100 (payable directly to the bike shop). We can recommend a bike shop or you can request one.

San Francisco Pick Up = FREE
Pick up your assembled bike at our Harrison Street Warehouse. We will contact you to set-up a pick-up time.
Please note: Orders not picked up after 30 days will be automatically cancelled.

Love At First Ride Or Your Money Back:
The ride itself may be the best thing about your PUBLIC bike. Which is why we offer our Love at First Ride guarantee: If you do not love your bike from the very first ride, well take it back. Period.