The preferred mode of transport has taken an unlikely turn in recent years. More and more people are leaving the car behind in favor of the bicycle, in the west the car reigned supreme but we are now seeing a growth in popularity of the bike. This could be because down to the prices of gas and running a car, or perhaps people are deciding to care more for the planet. Whatever the reason, there are more cyclists on the road than ever. Maybe you have been pondering purchasing a bike? If this is the case it is important you know what to look for, the following tips will help you in your quest to find a suitable bike.
We’d be misleading you if we didn’t admit that fashion does impact your decision. We all like one color or style more than another. You’d be silly not to pay attention to these factors when getting your new bike. Obviously, the style and fashion elements of the bicycle should not be your top priority (unless the bicycle is just for show). You really need to look at safety and comfort issues before any others. When you’ve assembled some bikes that are both comfortable and safe, then look to see which you like the looks of better.
Do you require more features on the new bike? If you are using your bicycle as your primary form of transportation you might want to consider whether you will need things like baskets to help you transport goods. Will you need to transport a child? If this is the case, you must choose a bike that can support a child's seat. How about towing something behind the bike? Choose a bike that can support the weight of a trailer, if this is something you’ll do.
The number of gears you’ll use will also affect your choice. Traveling through flat areas requires far less gears than riding in a mountainous area. The number of gears doesn’t make one bike better than another. Sometimes bike riders don’t ever use all the gears on their bike. Don’t spend money on something you won’t use. If your bike is going to be the main means of travel for you, you absolutely must get the number of gears you need for the situations in which you’ll ride. There are a lot of criteria to use when deciding which cycling bicycle is right for you. Are you going to be riding your bicycle every day or riding it only when you feel the urge to? At what height do you feel the most comfortable? Do you prefer your feet to rest flat on the ground or do you like to have his response some room between them and the ground when you are sitting on the bicycle’s seat? You will want to answer all of these important questions, as you make your bicycle selection.