Summer is well and truly here! Hurrah!
Want that wind in your hair - bugs in your face look?
Road biking is rife this time of year but how do you choose a good road bike?
Check out this quick & easy guide!
You want:
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To ride mainly on roads and urban paths
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Easy to ride bike
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Lightweight bike
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Comfy
You don't want:
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To ride on ultra rugged terrain or hills - saddle soreness is not chic!
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To go up against Bradley Wiggins - speed is not ya’ thang
Choose:
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To buy around August - this time of year is a great time to buy as there are lots of sales
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To buy from a good online store - We recommends Wiggle - for a great choice and shipping options
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To get a hybrid road bike frame for lightness with upright bars for comfort
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Bikes with a good range of gearing for getting around town and the odd hills
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Something that will handle some gravel paths or sandy paths but is not designed for full off-road (the brand Eastway have good options)
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Bikes with disc brakes so it is lower maintenance and these tend to be nicer than rim brakes
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Carefully about frame size - check with wiggle or whatever shop you buy from that you get the right size for your height. Most bikes are unisex so you won't need a gender-specific frame, provided you are comfortable with the correct frame size
Happy cycling!
