C1
C Model Size Guide
Find Your Size
A bike that fits properly is more fun to ride. The guides below offer size suggestion based on height in inches. If you have measuring tape, you may also determine your size by measuring your leg length plus one inch, which is your stand over measurement. For all bikes, we recommend at least 1 inch of space between you and the top tube of the bike. When in doubt, contact our customer service team via email at customerservice@publicbikes.com.
| PUBLIC C7 24" |
| Frame Size | Rider Height | Effective TT | Standover Height |
| One-Size (24") - 29cm | 4'4" - 4'10" | 48.5cm | 20" |
| PUBLIC C1, C7, C7i, C9, C8i Disc |
| Frame Size | Rider Height | Effective TT | Standover Height |
| Small/Medium - 41cm | 4'10" - 5'5" | 56cm | 22" |
| Medium/Large - 51cm | 5'6" - 5'10" | 58.5cm | 22" |
*Please note: some riders may be a little outside of these height range recommendations but prefer the feel of a larger or smaller bike. Stand over height measurement is not as important as how the bike geometry feels while it is being ridden.
Shipping and Assembly
Our most affordable Dutch-inspired design, the PUBLIC C1 single-speed step-thru, is everything that a great Dutch bike should be: fun, simple, lightweight, stylish, and comfortable. It's a time-tested classic metropolitan design seen throughout Europe for decades.
Built using the same proven upright geometry as all our multi-speed C models, the PUBLIC C1 forgoes multiple gears in favor of a simple and efficient single-speed drivetrain that is ideally suited for flat or moderately hilly terrain. We have carefully selected the ideal gearing for rolling hills as well as flatter routes.
The PUBLIC C1 is built with a high-quality steel frame and comes complete with full fenders and a chain guard, as well as front and rear rack mounts, which are also standard, ensuring you will always be able to carry your much-needed items if you add an optional rear rack.
Simple, easy to use, and very low maintenance, the C1 is perfect for riders of any level and offers inexpensive, reliable transportation!
Technical Specifications
| Frame: | PUBLIC chromoly hi-tensile blend, with fender and rack braze-ons |
| Fork: | PUBLIC hi-tensile steel unicrown fork, with fender and rack braze-ons |
| Chainguard: | Painted to match chainguard, steel |
| Fenders: | Painted to match, steel full fenders |
| Kickstand: | Alloy center mount |
| Saddle: | PUBLIC Comfort Saddle, 198mm wide |
| Grips: | PUBLIC Comfort Grip |
| Stem: | Forged alloy quill stem, 25 degree rise, 25.4mm clamp |
| Headset: | 1" threaded, steel |
| Pedals: | Alloy platform pedal, with rubber pads, 9/16" |
| Handlebar: | PUBLIC Brunch Bar, steel, 570mm wide |
| Seat Post: | Alloy micro-adjust with integrated clamp, 27.2mm |
| Crank: | Alloy crank set, 40T chainring |
| Freewheel: | 18T single speed freewheel, 1/2" x 3/32" |
| Brakes | Promax cold forged, high polish, alloy dual-pivot caliper, with alloy 4 finger lever |
| Tires: | Kenda Kwest, 700x35c |
| Tubes: | Schrader |
| Rims: | Painted to match, alloy single wall |
| Spokes: | 14G Stainless steel |
| Hubs: | Alloy hub with bolt-on axle |
| Weight: | 30 lbs |
Complete your Ride
Rear Rack
$59.99
Woven Seagrass Basket
$69.99
Heritage Helmet
$89.00
Trieste Coffee Cup Holder
$19.99
