There are many people who decide to cycle as a way to get from one place to another. There are many different reasons to cycle, and some have nothing to do with being a preferred method of getting to point A to point B. Some people have decided to take up cycling as a way to exercise. Some choose to cycle because they are in competitions with cycling. And there are others who decide to take up cycling as a hobby to share with their family or friends. Regardless of why you are taking up cycling, you are going to have to consider a variety of things when choosing the bicycle that is a perfect fit for you. Here are some hints to help you make your choice.
We’d be lying if we tried to tell you that fashion shouldn’t play into your choice. The color we like best, or the style we like least, all influence our choices. These preferences must be listened to when getting your next bike. Obviously, the style and fashion elements of the bicycle should not be your top priority (unless the bicycle is just for show). Safety and comfort should be considered first. After ensuring both safety and comfort, see which ones you like the actual design of best.
Always keep in mind that you want to test the bike before you buy it. It is important that you not buy anything before you’ve had the opportunity to ride it at least for a few minutes. This makes perfect sense because you know you'd never buy a car without test driving it first.
It's the same thing with a used bicycle. You really need to be sure to test it if you plan to spend a good bit on the bicycle or if you are going to be spending a lot of time riding it. You want to find a bike that fits you. Physical fit is easy to determine, but you also need to find a bike that “fits†your riding style. You wouldn't want to spend your hard earned money on something that isn't comfortable, would you?
It is important you allow for room between you and the crossbar. When you get a bike be sure to move the seat up a couple of inches from the crossbar. Sit on it and make sure you can rest your feet flat to the great site ground. Each type of bike will require differing clearance amounts. For example a touring bike will require around an inch. With a mountain bike however you will need some more, 3 inches should suffice. There are many different factors to take into account when finding the right bicycle. Are you going to be using your bike every day or will you only be riding every so often? Which height is most comfortable for you? Would you rather have room between your feet and the ground or would you rather be able to touch the ground with your feet when you come to a stop? These are some of the things you need to consider when choosing your bike.