Posted on February 25, 2022 by Jilli Cluff

Will Wu-Tang Clan ever quit being relevant? Not if State Bicycle Co. has any say.

State recently collaborated with the legendary hip-hop group on an exclusive collection of bikes, gear, and apparel. The Wu-Tang x State Bicycle collection drops today, and it’s extensive. Three bike builds, enough accessories to fill a pro closet, jerseys, bibs, and my favorite —  a pair of caps.

There’s no way we can get into the details for every product that’s received the Wu-Tang treatment, but here are the highlights.

As you might expect, the honeypot here is found in the limited-released bikes. Three of State’s most acclaimed builds — the Klunker, Core Line, and 6061 Black Label — feature a black and yellow Wu-inspired trim.

State describes the Klunker ($500 MSRP) as a retro-inspired mash-up that uses a beach cruiser frame, mountain bike tires, and BMX bars. And somehow, that combination encapsulates the spirit of 1990s hip hop.

Loud Wu-Tang Clan grips and an all-black leatherette saddle set off the Klunker’s sunny yellow steel frame and high-angle BMX handlebars. State adds a bottle opener on the seat tube for kicks — you know, where you’d typically find a bottle cage.

The Core Line (complete: $450 MSRP, frameset: $200 MSRP) is perhaps State’s most popular and iconic build. Folks (myself included) reach for the Core Line because it looks good, adapts well, and is one of the most affordable single-speed/fixie options on the market.

The Wu-Tang influence in the limited-edition Core Line is low-key. State kept with an all-black frame, seat, and grips, then punctuated the design with bright yellow hubs and a few Clan details to match.

State’s 6061 Black Label build (complete: $750 MSRP, frameset: $400 MSRP) is the premium option here — ultra-light and made for agility. As with all of its 6061 Black Label bikes, this edition uses a double-butted aluminum frame with a tapered head tube and sits on an Essor USA full carbon fork. A light, stiff crankset with a 144 BCD, mid-weight wheels, and sealed hubs make the 6061 a substantially versatile and capable ride.

The Wu-Tang’d out 6061 takes a motif similar to the Killa Beez Core Line — primarily black, with pops of yellow and clever, custom details.

As for the fringe, State’s rolled out two styles of Kill Beez-detailed leatherette saddles, a roll-style bar bag, black and yellow Wu-Tang stems and stem cap, “W” grips, bar tape, and even some custom deep v fixed gear wheels.

And to round it all out, State’s rolled out a whole Wu-Tang kit, which uses majority-recycled REPREVE polyester.

The Wu-Tang x State collection is live as of Feb. 25. Head to the collaboration page and go get ya some.

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It’s only 9:51 AM, but this is the stupidest thing I’ve seen so far today

Well ODB still loves you, in fact he loves you all! However one should still always remember to protect ya neck because Wu Tang Killa Beez are on the swarm!

I for one think it is neat I may not love state bikes but if it get more butts on saddles let’s do it!

About time … The people have been screaming for Wu bike gear for years … Lol

I would get excited if they came out with an Iron Maiden themed line.

I’d definitely buy that!

Well I love whom is with us as we are with us wu tang keep on going

i think a Queen line would make more sense

Shut up and take my money!

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