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Finding the Right Bike

To really enjoy cycling, it's
important to find a bicycle that
works for you. Here are some
things to keep in mind when you're
in the market for a new bike:

The Right Ride
In general, bikes are broken down
into these major categories:
Road and Racing Bikes--As a
general rule, road and racing are
built for speed and longer
distances on paved surfaces.
Thinner tires, lightweight 29-inch
(700c) wheels and drop bars that
allow for a more aerodynamic
position are the norm. Most road
bikes, regardless of price, offer
many gears for tackling both hilly
and flat terrain.

Road Bikes
The most common bike on the road
is, appropriately enough, the Road
Bike.
These are the bikes that racers
tend to use in the famous Tour de
France. Road bikes are fast and
easy to pedal on pavement. Many
people find the riding position
difficult to maintain for a long time,
but for maximum speed and
efficiency they're hard to beat.
Many years ago, you would have
called this “the Ten Speed”,
though that moniker is a
bit dated given that many Road
Bikes have as many as 24+ gears.
Some common traits of the Road
Bike: Comfortable to ride, relaxed
“geometry” (the angle of the seat
tube. Don’t worry. Techie stuff that
you can ignore), usually with
drop handlebars designed with a
priority on handling over
aerodynamics, safer on descents
and in pack riding, variety of price
points. Want to buy a bike?

Tri/Time Trial Bikes
Steeper seat tube angle, more
severe geometry, typically has
foiled tubing, focus
on aerodynamics vs. comfort.
Aerobars and cutting edge handle
bar configurations, often built with
some amazing frame geometries
such as no seat tube, a
monocoque (one piece), and beam
bikes, typically trials bikes come
with a price premium. Want to buy
a bike?

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Mountain Bikes--With their larger
tires, hill-friendly gearing and
upright position, mountain bikes
are very popular for all types of
riding, both on pavement and off.
Mountain bikes that are designed
specifically for rugged trail use
typically feature a suspension fork.
Some may have rear suspension,
as well. A quick change of the tires
on any mountain bike--even one
that you use regularly on trails--
adds to its versatility and makes it
a worthy street machine. There are
many other types of bikes that can
provide a comfortable ride but will
not maximize speed.

Mountain bikes are comfortable to
ride, very popular and
many are very easy on the wallet.
Mountain bikes are built. Built for
burning up and down any terrain,
they are best suited for off-road
use where their high-tech
materials and suspension can be
put to the test. However, because
a mountain bike can handle the
rough stuff, it can handle the
cruiser lanes as well.Keep in mind
that knobby tires will slow you
down so if you intend to ride a
mountain bike, a pair of “street
slicks” or smooth tires will
improve your rolling efficiency.
Suspension on mountain bikes will
also
lessen speed so if you have the
option, you might consider getting
a “hard tail”
mountain bike, one without rear
suspension. Want to buy a bike?

Hybrids are a marriage of mountain
bike comfort and road bike
efficiency. The
tires are more narrow but still
have some knobby attirbutes.
Typical hybrids have
flat handlebars and a more upright
sitting positions. Again, comfy but
not aero! Hybrid bikes are
essentially a mountain bike on
road wheels. Capable of light off-
road duty, hybrids are best suited
for city riding, where their larger,
smoother wheels get you rolling
quicker than a mountain bike,
while providing a more relaxed
postion than a true road bike.
However, for the newbie wishing
to ride for reasons other than
racing or training,
a hybrid could be a great solution.
Want to buy a bike?

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Comfort/Cruiser Bikes--Comfort
bikes are just that—comfortable.
Designed to provide an upright
riding position, they are the
modern beach cruiser: laid back,
easy to ride and gentle on your
body. Cruisers are fun to look at
and, when ridden at a relaxed
pace, they are ideal for admiring
the scenery, exploring the
neighborhood or beach. For
tooling around on bike paths, light
trails, or for cruising a quiet beach-
side lane, comfort/cruiser bikes
are the ticket. With a super-
relaxed riding position, padded
seats, and limited or no gearing,
these bikes are made for enjoying
the scenery and having fun with
the family. Want to buy a bike?

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The Right Price
A bike's price boils down to three
essentials: frame materials, bike
weight, and component quality and
durability.
·        Entry-level--You'll find a wide
range of comfort and cruiser bikes
in this category, as well as some
lower-end mountain bikes and
road bikes. Most will have steel
frames and components that are
designed to last for several years
with frequent use.
Mid-range--Bikes in this range may
feature a lighter aluminum frame
with mid-range components that
keep performing after miles of
use. If you're looking for a quality
bike that is relatively lightweight
and will stand up to abuse, this is
the "sweet spot." Most serious
commuter and touring bikes fall
into this category, as do mid-range
mountain bikes with a decent front
suspension. Want to buy a bike?
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High-end--Racers and serious
enthusiasts who expect
lightweight, high-p erformance
components will want to stick to
this category. For road bikes,
exotic frame materials (carbon
fiber, titanium) and ultra-
lightweight components can add
thousands to the price tag.
Mountain bikes in this class often
feature advanced front and rear
suspension technology, as well as
components designed to handle
lots of rugged trail action. Want to
buy a bike?

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The Right Size
Fit is crucial for comfort, control,
and proper power and endurance
on a bike. Here are some basic
bike fit tips:
·        Stand-over Height--To find
out if a bike's overall height fits
your body, measure your inseam.
Next, determine how much
clearance you'll need between
your crotch and the top tube of the
bike. For a mountain bike, you'll
want three to five inches of
clearance. A road bike should offer
between one and two inches of
clearance, while a commuter bike
should have two to four inches.
Compare the stand-over height for
a given bike to your
measurements (inseam +
clearance) to determine the right
bike height.
·        Top Tube Length--You can
measure your torso to get a good
estimate of proper top tube length.
First, make a fist and extend your
arm. Measure from the center of
your fist to the end of your
collarbone (the part that intersects
your shoulder). Next, measure
your torso by placing a book
against your crotch with the spine
facing up. Measure from the spine
to the bottom of your throat (the
spot between your collarbones).
Finally, add the two measurements
(arm length + torso length), divide
the number in half and subtract six
inches. This is your approximate
top tube length. Compare this
number to a bike's posted top tube
length. You can allow for about
two inches longer or shorter, as
most bikes can be adjusted via
stem length/height and saddle
fore/aft position to make fine
adjustments to the fit.
Bikes for Women--Proportionally,
women tend to have a shorter
torso and longer legs than men.
Bike makers design women's bikes
that offer a shorter top tube and
many comfort/cruiser bikes built
for women may also provide more
stand-over clearance. Want to buy
a bike?

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The Right Accessories
When you make a bike purchase,
don't forget these crucial add-ons:
·        Helmet (this is a must!)
·        Seat pack
·        Lock
·        Hydration pack, or water
bottles and bottle cages
·        Spare tubes
·        Portable bike pump
·        Gloves

Part 2 The Top 10 Bikes Ranked

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