Specialized has launched its new Mixtape Collection to bring some flash and pizazz along with a little 90s nostalgia! And where does this pizazz come from? It comes from inside the designers! Music plays a huge role in people’s lives in their riding and, when a person curates a mixtape for someone else, they are sharing a part of their soul! The designers of the Mixtape Collection have shared with all of us their Mixtape, in the form of Bikes and Gear!
This collection features not only limited edition bikes and gear but also a FREAKING Spotify Playlist!
“We are all so incredibly unique, but one thing that we all have in common is music. No matter how you ride, Mixtape calls you to make your most bad-ass mixtape and to share it with all who are willing to listen. I wanted to create a bike collection that was specifically for young women and really focused on connecting them.”
-Kayla Clarot, Head Designer
Here are some of the musical influences that have shaped the designers as they built the Mixtape Collection –
Ramones
“Rocket to Russia is iconic and classic to me. It will never go out of style and that’s powerful. Rocket to Russia represents finding my tribe and finding a community that I could finally connect with.”
— Starr Walker, Specialized Product Manager
“Electric Warrior is the first iconic rock album I discovered as I was coming of age. Imagine Marc Bolan’s power stance on a bike – fabulous.”
— Leah Garaas, Specialized Social Media Wizard
“SZA’s album reminds me of where I am in my 20s. Being surrounded by all these things from the past that make you who you are and trying to let go of the things that are clearly dated, while still trying to stare down the future with confidence and then immediately questioning everything. SZA is a fierce human and incredible creative who refuses to be quiet. Sooo INSPIRING.”
-Kayla Clarot, Specialized Lead Designer
“You can’t help but to stop thinking about what’s going on in your life and just lose yourself in a jam-out-session to Tragic Kingdom. That’s the same feeling I have when I ride – Stop thinking about the bull@/#*t and enjoy the ride.”
— Julie Bertoli, Specialized Marketing Events Manager
Here’s a look at the Mixtape Limited Edition Bikes –
Here’s a look at the Mixtape Limited Edition Clothing and Gear –
S-Works Prevail II Mixtape Limited Edition Helmet