Ever one to provide both functional and stylish solutions for cyclists – their saddles perhaps perfectly epitomising this value – Brooks have just launched an urban Detour collection – the idea being to explore the parts of your city that you might not think about, and if you are visiting then they give an excellent series of routes that are cycle friendly. It’s a very beautiful collection of goods from one the industries timeless manufacturers.

Cycling in the city can lead one to adventure: your bike gives you the freedom to avoid busy roads, explore hidden destinations and create your own special map. Or simply skip the fastest route, in favour of one more pleasant and relaxing. Gliding hither and thither, through gridlock and throng, and making a stylish statement whilst so doing.

The Brooks Metropolitan Detours are a collection of routes shared from the viewpoint of select individuals in London, New York, and Berlin. Their purpose – to inspire and motivate us all to appreciate the fairest side of cycling from time to time. That being, discovery. The Brooks Metropolitan range of cycle bags was created to be the perfect companions for such immaterial restoration.

The Brooks Metropolitan Detours are cycling routes aim to inspire and unwind, even if only for a short time in the midst of a busy day.

Together with 15 cycling urbanites from London, New York and Berlin we curated paths to explore the city and discover new sights and sounds. These detours take no longer than 60 minutes, and could enliven your navigational palette for the future.