If you typically think of bicycling in a Tour de France Lance Armstrong kind of way, get ready for The State Bicycle Co.’s new Contender series to ride all over those misconceptions. The bad ass upgrade from their core line models boasts the same prototype frame and all steel fixed-gear/single speed components as seen in previous bikes, but boasts optimal wheels to protect against dirt and grit, an aerodynamic seat and new crank technology to get you where you’re trying to go smoother and faster. One of the best selling State Bicycle Co. models in history, the Contender series is the quickest and coolest way to pedal up to a red light. Starting at US$649.