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MOUNTAIN BIKES
- The term mountain bike
refers to a wide range; some are designed for rough off-road
riding, some are really just durable street bikes that could also
handle some light duty path riding.
COMFORT BIKES
- Similar to mountain bikes, but a more upright posture (higher
handlebars) bigger, softer seats, suspension seat posts (really a
treat), fairly smooth wide tires - some will even have shock
forks.
HYBRID BIKES
- like a mountain or comfort bike with taller, medium width
tires that roll more easily and are a good option for riders who
will stay primarily on roads, but don't want a "bent over" bike.
Lighter and faster than a comparable mountain bike.
ROAD BIKES
- fast, light bikes with
thin tires made for pavement only. Drop handlebars allow a variety
of hand positions and a more aero profile.
TRIATHLON BIKES
- the most aero of road
bikes used primarily for multi-sport events like biathlon
(bike/run) or triathlon (swim/bike/run).
TOURING
- very similar to a road bike with a longer wheel base, slightly
larger tires, stronger wheelset, more efficient brakes, usually a steel frame with the ability to load up with lots of gear.
TANDEM
- Two riders, one bike. Too much fun.
BMX/FREESTYLE
- The lightest fastest type of 20 inch bike, these are designed to
ride in the dirt. One hand brake in the rear, knobby tires, no
gyro. Not for jumping.
DIRT JUMPING
- 20 inch bikes with heavy duty wheels, frame, forks, handlebars,
and cranks for taking flight. |