State Bicycle Co. Brings the Killa Beez Back With New Wu-Tang Clan Collaboration

State Bicycle Co. is back with another collab with Wu-Tang Clan. After a successful collaboration marking the 20th anniversary of Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) album, this round gives the Killa Beez treatment across a range of bikes, accessories, and clothing.

When this email hit my inbox, the first thing I did was pull up Enter The Wu, grabbed my AirPods, and let the memories come flooding back. Yeah, I was a suburban white kid coming up in the late 90’s, listening to all kinds of music. Artists like Wu-Tang, KRS-One, Tribe, Pharcyde, Busta, Biggie, Dre, 2pac, Snoop, Eminem, and Souls of Mischief bumped from the speakers in my 1996 Dodge Neon with the likes of Nirvana, The Clash, The Cure, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, Green Day, and Radiohead. While I couldn’t completely relate to what RZA, GZA, O.D.B., Meth, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Inspectah Deck, U-God, and Masta Killa were rapping about growing up in the suburbs of Reading, PA, the beats hooked me in and took me through plenty of workouts as I got older.

So enough reminiscing, this is why we are here. State is going all-in with special editions of their Klunker, Core Line, and 6061 Black Label, along with other parts, accessories, and clothing.

The Klunker – $499.99 complete

Starting with their retro styles Klunker, part beach cruiser, part MTB, part BMX, the frame gets the Wu-Tang yellow treatment with a contrasting black Wu-Tang logo on the downtube and black fork. The rest of the bike is finished in black parts, along Wu-Tang themed headset cover and W grips.  The rest of the bike is pretty standard to the rest of their line.

• Sized for riders 5’5″ to 6’3″
• Frame: Durable Steel Frame & Fork w/ 5 Year Warranty
• Handlebars: BMX Style V-bar with 7″ rise, 30” extra-wide with custom Wu-Tang Clan Grips
• Wheels: Extra Durable 36h BMX Style Rim w/ with CST Patrol 2.4″ tires
• Saddle: Retro-style Leatherette Comfort Saddle
• Gear: 42t Crank with 22t Coaster Style Cog for cruising
• Brakes: Coaster Brake – Just Pedal Backwards
• Pedals: Flat MTB Style Platform Pedals
• Extras: Bottle Opener Included

The Core Line – $450 complete, $199.99 frameset

Next up is a staple in State’s lineup, the Core Line. This model brings classic styling to an unbeatable value. This is the bike that put State on the map. 4130 steel provides comfort and durability to take on the streets. The Core Line bumps up the Wu-Tang treatments, starting with a black frame with yellow graphics. The CREAM message (2 for $5 over here baby!) is a nice touch on the chainstay, along with Japanese characters at the seat tube junction. Headset cap, stem, W grips, and Deep V flip-flop wheelset all have the Wu-Tang logo.

• Frame: Durable Steel Frame ft. Seat Stay Rack Mounts and Cable Stops
• Dropouts: Horizontal Dropouts ft. Integrated Chain-Tensioners
• Wheelset: Deep V Wheel Set ft. 40 mm High-Flange Hubs w/ Sealed Bearings
• Flip-Flop hub: Includes 16T Freewheel and Fixed Gear Cog – Easily Ride Fixed Gear or Single Speed
• Gear ratio: 44×16
• Handlebars: Choose Riser Bars w/ Wu-Tang Grips (Standard) or Bullhorn or Drop Bars w/ Bar Tape
• Brakes: Front & Rear Caliper Hand Brakes
• Pedals: Platform Pedals
• Saddle: Synthetic Leather Saddle w/ Steel Rails
• 4 frame sizes to fit any Rider Height from 5’0″ to 6’2″
• Weight: 24 lb 8 oz (Size 54cm Frame as Pictured)

6061 Black Label $749.99 complete, $399.99 frameset

The 6061 Black Label is the bike you’ll take from your commute to the alley cat race, to the velodrome. The aggressive geometry is nimble on the streets and the double-butted 6061 aluminum frame is light and stiff. Add in an Essor USA full carbon fork, and you are ready to take on anything the streets can dish out. Wu-Tang treatments come in the form of logos on the frame and fork, a special yellow stem, and a Killa Beez emblazoned saddle.

• Frame: 6061-Grade Double-Butted Aluminum w/ Tapered Head Tube
• Fork: Full Carbon Fiber Fork & Steer Tube by Essor USA
• Dropouts: Aluminum-Plated Horizontal Dropouts
• Wheelset: Black Label Mid Profile Wheels
• Flip-Flop hub: Sealed, Low-Flange Hub – Easily Ride Fixed Gear or Single Speed (w/ addition of freewheel)
• Crank: CNC’d Black Label Track Crank – 170 mm
• Chainring: 144 BCD
• Gear ratio: 48×16
• Headset: FSA No.42/ACB – Integrated and Sealed
• Stem: Oversized 31.8 mm Clamp Diameter w/ 90 mm ext.
• Handlebars: Compact Drop Bar or Wide Riser Bars w/ Wu-Tang Grips
• Brakes: Front and Rear Caliper Hand Brakes
• Pedals: Includes Alloy Pedals from Wellgo w/ Toe Cages
• Seatpost: 27.2 mm
• Saddle: Premium Aerodynamic Race Saddle
• Tires: CST 25c Tire Set
• Size: 6 Frame Sizes to fit any Rider Height from 4’10” to 6’6″ (Size 55 cm Pictured)
• Weight: 17 lb 11 oz w / Wide Riser Bars or 17 lb 14 oz w/ Compact Drop Bars (Size 55 cm Frame)

Parts and Accessories

They also have a range of gear that you can add to your current bike, or deck out your new Wu-Tang collaboration even more. Headsets, handlebars, bar wrap, grips, bar bags and the Deep V wheelset will add some Wu to your bike. Ranging from $15-36 for most items, and $199.99 for the wheelset, you’ve got plenty of options.

Clothing

They also have a line of clothing to celebrate the collaboration.

For the more casual to active side, the W Chain Tech T is made from REPREVE, a polyester primarily made from recycled water bottles. This performance material brings moisture wicking and comfort to an athletically cut shirt that is comfortable on and off the bike.

If speed is more your thing, the Lyrics and Big Wu jerseys and Killer Bees Bibs will show your love of the Wu as you fly by. Also made from REPREVE, each item has their own expression. To complete the look, grab the Killer Bee or Shaolin caps.

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