Cycling Brands I get behind

[joosttx]

Originally Posted by arimajol

I've been really into Velocolour's messaging lately. It's a company that takes the environment seriously and is modeling how to do business ethically. The owners aren't afraid to speak to what's important to them, and that's worth a lot to me.

Velocolour rocks. I have ridden with Noah and I really like where they stand.

Let’s add Paul’s Components and Specialized to the list of great cycling brands.

[ernmony]

"I would but..."

[Waldo62]

Ostroy -- fun and functional. Even better if you're a music fan.
https://ostroy.com/

[Drmojo]

and Vulpine
both promote cycling for all!
Vulpine especially focuses on getting more
girls and women on bikes

[Hawker]

Originally Posted by Waldo62

Ostroy -- fun and functional. Even better if you're a music fan.
https://ostroy.com/

Love that Woman's QOM jersey. And whlle I like some of the men's stuff, it also looks a little camo-like...and these days I'm shooting for being very visible on the road.

[choke]

Cima Coppi - the nicest jersey I've ever owned.
King Cage - the best IMO.
Woolistic - lots of cool designs and in wool.

[zmalwo]

Definitely Giant for me. The owner is a hard-working, humble man who rides his own product despite being 80+ years old.

[doomridesout]

Speaking of camo... I won’t buy anything with a multicam licensed pattern anymore. The defense industry doesn’t need my money and I’m not out here hiding in the bushes.

[Clean39T]

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[AngryScientist]

i will add:

Panaracer

They have been making solid tires for decades. Rene Herse contracts them to make some of the best fat tires in the world.

Now, Panaracer could have easily eaten RH's lunch anytime by producing the same tires, selling them at a slightly lower cost and calling them something else, but they never did that. they continue to produce excellent tires both under their own brand, and help other small companies live the dream of bringing great stuff to market.

i've rolled a lot of miles on panaracer rubber, labeled as different things under different casings, but always good miles.

they seem like a good bunch over there.

[scoobydrew]

Machines for Freedom promotes women's cycling and inclusiveness by designing their clothing to fit those of all shapes and sizes.

[marciero]

As far as ethical practices and social responsibility, wondering if any of these companies are benefit corporations. That would be putting one's money where one's mouth is.

[Clancy]

Ritchey. I’ve long respected Tom Ritchey, one of the OG’s of the sport.

[Elefantino]

USA Cycling. Particularly after its statement yesterday. Don't want to drift this thread, but please read it.

[BobbyJones]

Originally Posted by Clean39T

Also, they are doing this today (from IG):

trainerroad Things need to change. We’re donating $10,000 to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. We believe in their mission: to achieve racial justice, equality and an inclusive society. We’re also matching up to another $10,000 if you donate. If you choose to, please send a screen shot of the receipt to donate@trainerroad.com.

I just got them 1% of the way to their matching cap.

Oh please.