Types of Bicycles |
Posted: July 4, 2019 |
There are many different types of a bicycles instead of the exercise bike, and children's bicycle. There is a large selection of bicycles you can choose from. You can modify your bike with many different tools, such as hand brakes, special saddles, and extra lighting. Even there are gadgets also available like odometer, route planner etc. Because the risk of theft with modified bicycles is high, we recommend that you insure your new bicycle against theft. There are different types of bicycles explained. City or transport bikesBy far the most common use of the bicycles in the United States is to cycle to work or to school. This type of commuter traffic often involves relatively short distances and the city bike is the most suitable for this. The closed chain guard ensures that dirt does not get in the way of pedaling and the mudguards keep your clothes clean. The luggage carrier makes it easy to take things or groceries with you. You can also cycle in the dark due to the lighting on the city bike. But with long distances you will find that your sitting position is not optimal for your muscles. You will notice this on your back or legs. Fortunately there are plenty of other options for that. Mountain bikeTo ride 'off road' you can use a mountain bike or mountain bike. Think of 'off road' driving on mud roads, unpaved environments or in mountainous areas. Normal bicycles are not suitable for these terrains. Mountain bikes have thick, embossed tires for extra grip and flexible handlebars for difficult turns. Only if a mountain bike does not have a luggage carrier is it considered a mountain bike by insurers. The mountain bike can only be insured if the mountain bike has an approved lock. Sport bicyclesAre you sporty and do you particularly want to cycle long distances? Then a sports bike, such as a mountain bike or a racing bike, is the right choice. Sports bicycles are usually equipped with derailleur gears. That makes it possible to have more gears on the bike, which gives you more options to adjust your bike to the area where you cycle. These bikes come in different road bike frames and materials like fiber, steel and aluminum. Cyclists can choose their own road bike frame for better performance tour. Electric bicyclesThe electric bicycle, also known as e-bike, has been on the rise for a number of years. These bikes are equipped with a motor in the chain guard or one of the wheels. This motor supports your pedal movement or the rotation of the wheels, so you have to put less force and go faster. This makes cycling long distances easier and more comfortable, but it is also ideal, for example, for people with reduced mobility and therefore find a "normal" bicycle too heavy. Folding BicyclesYes! There are also electric bicycles that you can fold or retract! That way you can take it anywhere. On the train, on the bus, on the tram, on the metro, et cetera. And you can also easily store it if you do not have a bicycle shed at home. Hybrid bicyclesA hybrid bicycle is a cross between a sports bike and a city bike. It is suitable for daily short trips and recreational longer distance.
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