Black is perhaps the most quintessential and historic bike color. Since we launched PUBLIC, we've been besieged with requests for a black bike. So I put together our Classic D8 model with a few special details that give it more personality: vintage-style aluminum hammered fenders, black Brooks B17 saddle, black leather ergo grips, matching black deep rims, and woven metal cable housing. The cream colored tires provide an elegant contrast to the frame and fenders. It's a sophisticated and classic urban ride.

Please let us know your size in the shipping notes during checkout: Small (5'3" - 5'8"), Medium (5'8"-6'0") or Large (6'0-6"5)

The PUBLIC D8 is an easy-shifting eight-speed bike suitable for all cities, even for the hills of San Francisco. Think of it as an elegant workhorse. The Shimano eight-speed gearing system provides power and speed on flatlands and takes the sweat out of carrying heavy office materials, your laptop or groceries. Simply stated, it makes city riding easy, and we recommend it to anyone who plans to ride often and in varying road conditions. This model has become the standard for many bicyclists in Europe because it is so dependable and versatile, though our steel frame provides a smoother ride than most European bikes. The frame style is based on the classic "diamond" frame geometry that has been the standard for city bikes, touring bikes, and even racing bikes dating back to the late 19th century. It is an ideal choice for urbanites who are hard on their bikes, or who frequently encounter potholes and bumpy streets.

We make delivery and assembly easy for you

• Comfortable and Smooth Riding: Steel tubing and frame geometry make for a softer ride experience than other frames and materials.
• Practical: Kickstands so you don't have to prop your bike up against a lamppost. Chain guards and fenders to keep oil and water off your clothes. Designed to accommodate our racks and baskets for extra carrying capabilities.
• Feet friendly: Ride with boots, pumps, flip-flops, or anything in between
• Ergonomic: Upright handlebars keep you looking up, not down, and are kind to your back. Black Brooks B17 Classic Leather Saddle
• Easy to use: The Shimano Nexus system brings state-of-the-art smart technology to the shifting system. Changing through the eight-gears is about as easy as shifting an automatic car.
• Safe: Powerful modern brakes for quick stopping and reflective strips on tires for nighttime visibility.
• City Smart: 35 MM tires are wide enough to handle curbs and potholes but narrow enough for speed.
• Durable: Steel frame will last a lifetime if taken care of properly and guaranteed for life.

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

Weight: 29.5 lbs

Stand over height:

Medium: 32.1 in

Frame: PUBLIC 4130 chromoly steel frame, with fender and rack braze-ons, integrated kickstand bracket

Fork: PUBLIC 4130 chromoly steel fork, with PUBLIC investment cast fork crown, with fender and rack braze-ons

Handlebar: Alloy commuting bar, 25 deg back sweep, 590mm wide, 25mm rise, 25.4mm clamp

Stem: Forged alloy quill stem, 25 degree rise, 25.4mm clamp

Headset: 1" threaded alloy

Grips: Black PUBLIC Leather Ergo Grips, 125/90mm, closed end

Freewheel: Shimano 20 tooth cog

Crankset: Alloy crankset, 42 tooth chainring, square taper

Bottom bracket: Square taper BSA English threaded cartridge bottom bracket

Chain: KMC Z410, 1/2" x 1/8"

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

Front & rear brake: Alloy dual pivot caliper brake, super long reach (55-73mm), 1-pc pads

Shifter: Shimano Nexus Inter-8 Revoshift twist shifter

Brake levers: Alloy 4 finger caliper brake lever

Saddle: Black Brooks B17 Classic Leather Saddle

Seat post: Alloy 1 bolt, 27.2mm

Seat post clamp: Alloy 1 bolt

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

Inner tubes: Presta valve

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

Front hub: Alloy, nutted bolt-on axle

Rear hub: Shimano Nexus Inter-8, 8 speed internal geared hub

Spokes: Stainless steel 14G

Chainguard: Alloy chainguard

Kickstand: Alloy center mount

Fenders:Velo Orange Hammered 45mm Fenders 700c

Ready to Ride = $135 Shipping
Bikes will arrive within 7-10 busines days. 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 our assembly manual and video

Bay Area Local Pick Up = FREE
Pick up your assembled bike at our Oakland or San Francisco Valencia store. Bikes will be ready for pick up in 7-10 business days. We will contact you when ready.
Please note: Orders not picked up after 30 days will be automatically cancelled.
If you need your bike right away, then please visit one of our stores. Call ahead to check our inventory

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.