A number of companies manufacture beach cruiser bicycles. Becoming familiar with these manufacturers can help you decide which beach cruiser bikes are right for you:
1) Felt. Originally known for producing luxury bmx bicycles, Felt has recently expanded into beach cruisers. As with their previous bikes, Felt’s beach cruisers are decidedly upscale and feature graphical designs and thick frame designs that no other company creates. Felt’s men's beach cruisers are especially noted for their quality and special features. Felt is partners with a number of companies, including Hot Wheels and Hurley.
2) Electra. Considered one of the top manufacturers of beach cruiser bicycles, Electra offers more than 100 styles of bicycles. The company is known for their forward pedaling technology and for the trendy designs of their bicycles. Electra has three separate lines of beach cruisers, including the Towne line, the Amsterdam line, and the standard Electra line. Electra’s beach cruisers are known for having top-quality components.
3) GreenLine. If you're looking for an affordably priced and comfortable beach cruiser, the relatively new company of GreenLine might be able to offer you what you are looking for. GreenLine also features a bicycle that has a frame that is 2 inches longer than the basic frame, offering a more comfortable and relaxed ride. Many customers appreciate the fact that GreenLine’s beach cruisers are durable.
4) Hampton Cruisers. Originally a part of Jamis bicycles, Hampton Cruisers has come into their own as a valued beach cruiser manufacturer. Hampton Cruisers beach cruisers are notable for their thick square bar frame design, quality components, great graphics, and very smooth ride.
5) Firmstrong. Firmstrong is known for producing quality bikes and affordable cruisers. In business for the last eight years, Firmstrong is somewhat famous for their Urban Man and Urban Lady beach cruisers, which offer a wide variety of colors, affordable pricing, optional fenders, and an attractive classic frame design.
6) Micargi. In business since 1994, Micargi offers basic cruisers, multi-speed cruisers, and stretch cruisers -- all at affordable prices and featuring great styles. Micargi is an exciting manufacturer because they are always offering new designs and fresh styles. This manufacturer is responsible for many of the top-selling bikes on the market, including the Pantera Nexus 3 speed, which boasts the Shimano Nexus 3 speed gear system.
7) Kustom Kruisers. Known for producing top beach cruisers made of top-of-the-line materials and components, Kustom Kruisers is slightly pricier but much higher quality than many of the other beach cruiser bikes out there. All Kustom Kruisers beach cruisers are made completely from aluminum, which creates not only a very light weight bike but also a very smooth ride.
8) Nirve. Many customers swear by their Nirve beach cruiser bikes. Nirve bike’s feature a thick bar frame design and beautiful graphics. Nirve also has quite a bit of clout and is therefore partnered with some very desirable companies, including Nascar, Paul Frank, Hello Kitty, and Robert August, which allow the company to create exclusive themed beach cruiser bicycles.
9) Schwinn. Schwinn beach cruisers are considered the epitome of beach cruiser classics. That's because the company has been manufacturing beach cruiser bicycles since 1933. In fact, the Schwinn beach cruiser is the original beach cruiser. Today, Schwinn beach cruisers are still known for being top-of-the-line.
10) Sun. Sun Lakes beach cruisers feature gel seats, which offer one of the most comfortable rides out there. Plus, these cruisers are built mainly for function, rather than style. This means that they offer quality parts and a smooth ride. Sun makes single speed beach cruisers, 3 speeds, 7 speeds, aluminum frame beach cruisers, and even stretch beach cruisers.
