Portraits of Stylish Cyclists and Their Beloved Bikes

For about two years, Sam Polcer would stand with his bike in different parts of New York City—on street corners, near bridges and velodromes—and chase down cyclists. He went after those who were impeccably dressed, including women in flowy dresses and men in clean-cut suits. He also went after those with a distinct fashion style: a young woman with fiery hair, a man with a red feather in his fedora.

Once Polcer caught up with them, he’d whip out his camera and snap a portrait. He also noted type of bikes they were riding, whether a BMX bike, a single-speed, or a vintage one. The result: stunning photos that show fashion and cycling don’t have to be mutually exclusive.