Brompton X Crew Nation

Thirteen, one-of-a-kind, Brompton bikes. Designed by some of the biggest names in music and made by us. Totally unique, custom-built and all for a good cause.

We joined forces with thirteen major artists and bands in a collective bid to raise money for Crew Nation - a global relief fund for live music crews massively impacted by COVID-19. Each custom bike design was offered at a live auction from 28 May – 12 June 2021.

The 13 artists featured: Foo Fighters, Radiohead, Phoebe Bridgers, LCD Soundsystem, Khruangbin, Nathan East, Dinosaur Jr, Oh Wonder, Underworld, Sub Pop, Enrique Iglesias, Rise Against and Neko Case.

The auction is now closed. Thank you to all who took part to help raise $142,000! 100% of the proceeds will go to Crew Nation. If you still want to donate to Crew Nation, click here.

We’re lucky enough to count many musicians and their crews as dear friends. Over the years, Brompton bikes have found a moving home on tour buses across the world, ridden by crews and artists out on the road. Because of this, two years ago, Tevis Jory, our North America Sales Manager, started a Band Bike Hire program where any touring crew or band can reserve bikes, free of charge, for the entirety of their US tour.

“In the last year, people around the world have been disrupted by the pandemic. Artists, crews and all the people who bring music to life have seen their livelihoods disappear. At the same time, the bike industry is booming, which lead me to ask, how can Brompton help our friends in the music industry?" Tevis Jory, Music Project Lead & North America Sales Manager at Brompton

We love the vibrancy the music scene gives to the cities that we call home. The twelve bikes made in partnership with Crew Nation raised money for the countless people who work behind the scenes to make live music happen and keep our cities buzzing.

Radiohead x Crew Nation x Brompton Bike

"I'm ridiculously happy to have been asked to design a Brompton bike that'll be auctioned to raise money (and awareness) for Crew Nation. Brompton bikes are fantastic zippy folding freedom machines and crews are the unsung heroes of every gig, festival or live events that you've ever been to." - Stanley Donwood, Artist who has created Radiohead's record artwork since the '90s.

Dinosaur Jr. x Crew Nation x Brompton Bike

Purple metallic frame, the favourite colour of band member, J Mascis. Overlayed with a scatter of bright flower stickers across the bike. Comes with extra flower decals for owner to further customise. Designed on a Brompton Superlight M6L

Oh Wonder x Crew Nation x Brompton Bike

Titled ‘Happy / Sad Rides’, the design concept was inspired by Oh Wonder’s 'Happy / Sad Songs’ and serves as a reminder that riding a bike is the best action you can take to improve your mental health and stay happy in these uncertain times. Sleek block colour Khaki colour scheme, with contrasting darker front frame. Oh Wonder Decal on front frame Includes Brooks Saddle, Tanwall Tyres, and Tan Grips. Designed on Brompton Black Edition M6L.

Rise Against x Crew Nation x Brompton Bike

"Touring the world the last twenty years, life is usually seen from the tour bus and the stage. Whenever we’ve really wanted to feel the pulse of a city, we’ve turned to riding bikes through the alleys and streets of the cities around the world that our fans call home. Collaborating with a company like Brompton is a no-brainer for a band like us that is always moving and appreciates traveling light." - Tim McIlrath, Rise Against

Khruangbin x Crew Nation x Brompton Bike

Designed by Mark Speer, guitarist and one of the founding members of Khruangbin. Featuring a hand-drawn signature, paper aeroplane motif and custom continental contact urban tyres.

Underworld x Crew Nation x Brompton Bike

Based on the artwork from their 1994 album: dubnobasewithmyheadman. Uses a printed vinyl wrap of the frame. Reimagined Brompton logo in style of album artwork

Neko Case x Crew Nation x Brompton Bike

Orange main frame, orange extremities. Gun toting orca on main frame. Designed on M6L Black Edition.

LCD Soundsystem x Crew Nation x Brompton Bike

Long term Brompton fans who regularly have a fleet ready at their studio. Product know how shines through, creating a disruptive, eclectic paint scheme with clashing colours. Includes high spec hub dynamo, rack. Custom caulk grips; homage to the bands love of fishing. DFA Records logo pattern handlebar frame.

Phoebe Bridgers x Crew Nation x Brompton Bike

Designs inspired by the lyrics from her album, Punisher. Illustrations on front that we’ve used on frame. Black bike with white print. Name on Serial Plate. C17. Designed on M6L Black Edition.

Enrique Iglesias x Crew Nation x Brompton Bike

Designed on Black Edition M6L, this bike features Enrique Iglesias' initials on a black and gold sparkle frame.

Foo Fighters x Crew Nation x Brompton Bike

Foo Fighters - Black Edition M6L – by Nate Taylor Hawkins and Nate Mendel both created their own Brompton bikes for the Crew Nation auction. Based on their album, Medicine at Midnight. Main frame and handlebar – half tone print pattern, printed across main frame. The bike version of the album artwork.

Crew Nation

Live music inspires millions around the world, but the concerts we all enjoy wouldn't be possible without the countless crew members working behind the scenes. “We’re thrilled to have the support of these incredible artists and our friends at Brompton Bike. Their creativity will go a long way towards helping out crew members who have long been out of work and are in need of a lifeline,” said Nurit Smith, Executive Director, Music Forward Foundation. “Crew Nation is endlessly grateful to be chosen as the charity partner for this campaign.”

Greenhouse Auctions

Greenhouse Auctions is an online auction platform designed to support artists, promote diversity, and provide a welcoming platform for buyers. “It is an honour for Greenhouse Auctions to host the sale of unique Brompton bikes to benefit Crew Nation. Both entities must be commended for coming together to benefit the music community, combining the power of sound with environmentally conscious transportation to create this exciting charitable event. At Greenhouse, we share their values of empowerment and nurturing, particularly within vulnerable communities.” Shlomi Rabi, Founder of Greenhouse Auctions.

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