One of the fastest growing cycling enthusiast markets is the one for versatile commuter/rain bikes. These practical bikes use long-reach dual pivot calipers and can take full fenders without the need to cut and splice the fenders around the brake bridge, forks, or brakes. They give you the protection of full fenders with the practicality and safety of having real brakes. No need to use your cantilever-equipped cross bike in the rain!

Sadly, there are few options for custom commuter/rain bikes on the market, but Dick has changed all that! Dick can build these bikes in a variety of configurations, from loaded tourer with all necessary braze-ons to sleek and light racing/rain bike. Check out the photos of his latest one: