| There are many different types and styles of | | | | fatter tires. They are good for the road, or riding in |
| bicycles. You will need to decide on the type of | | | | the sand. |
| biking you will be predominantly doing in order to help | | | | A true mountain bike has a stronger frame and |
| you narrow down your choices. Below are just some | | | | components than any other bike as they are |
| of the types of bicycles available on the market | | | | intended for off road and rugged terrain. The tires on |
| today. | | | | a mountain bike are knobby and wide for more |
| The first bicycle we will mention here are what are | | | | shock support. The seat and handlebars are |
| considered by some to be comfort bicycles. These | | | | positioned to allow for the rider to lean over while |
| are the type used by most weekend recreational | | | | maneuvering the bike. |
| bike riders. They usually have a comfortable | | | | Recumbent bicycles are becoming very popular with |
| shock-absorbing seat and shock absorbing front forks | | | | older riders and those who have some limits in |
| and wide pedals. | | | | physical ability. The rider reclines while pedaling in a |
| Another type of bike which is a bit more rugged than | | | | feet forward position. The seat is much more |
| the comfort bike is a trail bike or light duty mountain | | | | comfortable than on any other bicycle. Recumbent |
| bike. These bikes can take a bit more rough stuff | | | | bikes sit low to the ground and have multiple gears. |
| than the bikes mentioned above but are not meant | | | | Talk with family and friends who own bikes to get |
| for serious mountain biking. | | | | their opinion on what may be the best investment |
| Touring bicycles are for those who go long distances | | | | for you. If you don't think that you'll stick with bike |
| and faster than recreational bike riders. These bikes | | | | riding long term and if you don't plan to do more than |
| are built for riding on the pavement. They are light | | | | weekend riding you don't need to spend a fortune. |
| weight bikes with more shock absorbency than | | | | Visit several bicycles shops and talk with the pro's |
| comfort bikes. | | | | before making a decision. You can get many years of |
| Cruiser bikes are heavier than the comfort bikes with | | | | enjoyment if you choose the right bike for you. |