luxury sports equipment brand williamson goods collaborates with another local, the detroit bicycle company, in creating a copper-plated, python-skin wrapped, handmade bicycle. the level of detail in this bike makes it worthy of a place in an art museum. 

williamson wheelmen bicycle designboom
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williamson goods and supply co.’s ‘wheelmen’ bicycle has a sturmey-archer five-speed hub in the rear, driven by paul components cranks, and is adorned with a brooks saddle and grips, hand-wrapped and sewn in 100% genuine crocodile skin. at the front of the luxury bicycle is an elegant copper-plated handlebar-mounted bottle cage, while its hammered fenders will be painted to match each color theme. the frame is truly mesmerizing, upholstered by hand with python skin.

williamson wheelmen bicycle designboom
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born and raised during detroit’s decline, williamson goods and supply co. was compelled to participate in its renaissance, infusing the a luxurious sporting brand with the heart, passion, and grit that is synonymous with the motor city. all of its animal skins are CITES certified, thus they are harvested in a sustainable and humane process. additionally, no chemical bi-products are used in the tanneries. 

williamson wheelmen bicycle designboom
image © jeremy deputat

williamson wheelmen bicycle designboom
image © dong park

williamson wheelmen bicycle designboom
image © dong park