Midwest Cyclery to bring Detroit Bikes to Chicago

Wheaton, Ill - June 20, 2015 - Midwest Cyclery, Wheaton's leading bike retailer, and Detroit Bikes, the fastest growing bike manufacturer in the United States, are partnering to bring American made bikes to the Chicago area.

Detroit Bikes' distinctive A-Type and B-Type bicycles are available at Midwest Cyclery for $699. Both are manufactured from raw steel that is cut, coped, bent, welded and powder-coated at Detroit Bikes' 50,000-square-foot factory in Detroit.

Detroit Bikes adds to Midwest Cyclery's portfolio of quality brands. Since 1958, Midwest Cyclery has featured trusted bicycle brands like Cannondale and Fuji.

"Partnering with Detroit Bikes allows us to offer a handmade, durable, and affordable American-made steel bicycle for our customers," said Doug Jones of Midwest Cyclery. "We are impressed with Detroit Bikes' design and quality manufacturing. Their effort to become the largest American bike manufacturer is breathing new life into the bike industry."

"Midwest Cyclery is the perfect retail partner for Detroit Bikes," said Zak Pashak, President of Detroit Bikes. "As a historic retailer that carries high-quality bikes, they are the ideal ambassadors for our products."

About Midwest Cyclery:

Since 1958, Midwest Cyclery has been recognized many times over as a top bike retailer. Awards include the Daily Herald and the Glancer Magazine's Readers Choice Award, and the Best of Wheaton Award, recognizing companies that have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community. For more information, visit www.midwestcyclery.com/index.shtml.

About Detroit Bikes:

Founded in 2011, Detroit Bikes manufactures accessible, quality bicycles in Detroit. Leveraging a rich tradition of skilled manufacturing and innovative design, the company operates a 50,000-square-foot factory on Detroit's west side with a capacity to produce 100 bicycles a day. For more information, visit detroitbikes.com.