I'm a big fan of Standert, the German brand. It occupies an interesting space, offering the exclusive feel of a boutique custom builder combined with the reach of a mainstream brand. This sweet spot ensures genuinely enthusiast-owned thinking, progressive design, and exquisite details. While not cheap, the bikes offer great value for riders who appreciate well-conceived aesthetics and design.
Standert build bikes, such as the Pfadfinder and Kreissäge RS, that appeal to "proper riders"—the kind with a discerning taste for the finer things that assist ones lifestyle in the urban environment – perhaps for those carrying a Leica or who are selective about their coffee. While Standert undeniably have a "hipster" aesthetic, this is backed up by real substance in the design of their bikes.
