Over the past decade, the popularity of bicycles in Russia has grown significantly. This is due, first of all, to the greater maneuverability of a bicycle compared to a car in congested roads. Due to the growth in demand, the supply also increased. The Russian market is literally inundated with bicycles of all kinds and models. To choose the right bike, you need to know exactly what it will be used for.
Instructions
Step 1
All bicycles are conventionally divided into three categories: children, teenagers and adults.
Children's bicycles, not counting tricycles, are designed for children from 3 to 7 years old (height 105-135 cm) and are available in three tire sizes: 12, 14 and 16 inches. They are equipped with additional attachment wheels that are removed when the child learns to maintain balance and can move confidently on two wheels. When choosing a children's bike, consider the following points: the length from the handlebars to the front edge of the saddle should not exceed the length of the child's arm from the elbow to the fingertips, and the height of the cyclist should not be less than 2.5 wheel diameters.
Step 2
Teenage bicycles are designed for children from 8 years old, have a wheel diameter of 20 inches, sometimes they are equipped with additional wheels. Unlike children's bicycles, these bicycles are adapted for long trips and have good speed characteristics. When choosing, take into account the weight of the bike: models of "adult" road bikes with a shortened base and a wheel diameter of 24 inches are quite heavy for teenagers.
Step 3
Adult bikes are categorized into road, road, mountain, hybrid and sport BMX bikes.
Road racers differ from others in greater ease and high speed. Designed for driving on good asphalt roads.
Step 4
Road bikes are great for walking in city parks and gardens, for trips to the store. Thanks to the curved handlebar, the cyclist moves on such a machine with a straight back. There are male (closed) and female (no top tube) models. More durable - male "blind" frames with straight tubes. They are also suitable for women, the only condition is that women's saddles should be wider.
Step 5
Mountain bikes are designed for aggressive cross-country riding. They have a wide range of speeds (21-27), wide tires with deep tread, rigid frames. The lightest and most durable are titanium. The most popular are chromium-molybdenum. Wheel diameter 26 inches. They are usually equipped with front shock absorbers; double suspensions are more suitable for mountain descents.
A basic rule of thumb when choosing: there should be a decent clearance between the bike frame and the crotch when the cyclist is on the floor with both feet. This is necessary in order to reduce the risk of injury. The average frame size for women is 16 "and for men is 18".
Mountain bikes, due to their straight, low handlebars and rigid frame construction, are not suitable for long rides for days on end.
Step 6
Hybrid bikes are a combination of mountain bikes and road bikes that maintain good speed on the highway. Passable over rough terrain and mountains, except for heavy off-road.
Step 7
BMX are designed to perform all kinds of stunts on the ramp. They have small wheel diameters, a low frame with wide tubes, wide pedals, no suspension and one speed. Not designed for long journeys.
