V7

Thoughtful upgrades make this new version of the PUBLIC V7 our sleekest, most city-ready to date. The V7 is our most popular, most affordable multi-speed diamond frame city bike for a reason. It’s a great choice for anyone looking to upgrade to a dependable form of urban transportation on a budget.Spec changes from the previous model include minimalist graphics, a sportier, negative-rise handlebar stem, commuter-tested, PUBLIC Brunch Handlebar and the sleeker PUBLIC Premium Bike Saddle.Built around a classic diamond frame handcrafted of durable lightweight steel, the PUBLIC V7 city bike sports a versatile Shimano MegaRange 1×7 drivetrain with a wide range of gears designed to tackle just about any hill from San Francisco to Seattle. Puncture-resistant commuter bike tires offer our signature smooth ride over even rough city streets. Upgraded dual-pivot caliper brakes with quick release let you ride hard and stop on a dime.Naturally, the PUBLIC V7 city bike comes standard with all our unique commuter details: full fenders and chainguard to keep your clothes sharp and dry whether you’re heading to work or late for a date, new negative-rise stem lends a sportier feel, and the sleek city saddle and grips sport our new weatherproof antique brown finish. Front and rear rack mounts accommodate a range of cargo carrying options to take the load off your back.
SPECS:
FRAMESET
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
Kickstand:
Alloy center mount
CONTACT POINTS
Saddle:
PUBLIC City Saddle, 165mm wide, steel polished rails
Grips:
PUBLIC Comfort Grip
Stem:
Forged alloy quill stem, -13 degree rise, 25.4mm clamp
Headset:
1″ threaded, steel
Pedals:
Wellgo Alloy platform pedal, with rubber pads, 9/16″
Handlebar:
PUBLIC Brunch Bar, steel, 570mm wide, 25.4mm clamp
Seat Post:
Alloy micro-adjust with integrated clamp, 27.2mm
DRIVETRAIN AND BRAKES
Derailleur (R):
Shimano Acera 7-speed
Shifter:
Shimano 7-speed Revoshift twist shifter
Crank:
Alloy crank set 170mm, 39T chainring with outer chainring guard, square taper
Freewheel:
Shimano 14-34 tooth Mega Range freewheel
Brakes
Promax cold forged, high polish, alloy dual-pivot caliper, barrel adjuster, and with alloy 4 finger lever
WHEELS AND TIRES
Tires:
Kenda Kwest 700x35c
Tubes:
Schrader valve
Rims:
Painted to match, alloy 32 hole, 700c, machined brake surface
Spokes:
14G Stainless steel
Hubs:
Alloy low flange 32 hole, nutted bolt-on axle
Weight:
32 lbs