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Biking is booming these days, and for good reason.
Woman with e-bike at a wall
There are a ton ofbenefits to cycling.
Were here to help.
Looking for advice on where to start?
Big retailers like REI will ship bikes directly to your home, though some assembly is usually required.
How do I know what kind of bike to buy?
Youre going to want different qualities in a bike depending on what activities you need it for.
And where are you going to be biking?
Dont buy a hyper-specialized bike based on huge aspirational goals.
What are the popular types of bikes?
In general, there are three main categories of bikes:road bikes,mountain bikes, andhybrid bikes.
What is a good cost for a bike?
With a bike, centimeters or millimeters can make a huge difference in your comfort level.
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According toBike Radarthese are the standard features to look out for in road bikes.
The smooth, narrow wheels reduce friction against the road to give you an effortless, gliding feeling.
Reviewers commented on its versatility, lightweight body, and overall ease of use.
Experts like Momoko Saunders, touring cyclist and founder of the nonprofitBike Farm, recommends looking for the following.
Walde describes them as the Swiss Army knife of bikes because they can serve ascommuting bikesas well.
RetrospecsBeaumont City Bikeis not only superbly cute, but functional too.
It has shock-absorbing tires, seven gears, and reviewers say its easy to assemble.
I dont own a car, so the Cross-Check is my main form of transportation.
But I also use it for short touring trips, she says.
Thesuspensionmakes taking on technical terrain more comfortable and stable.
Former girls camp coordinatorJessica Wiegandtgot into mountain biking withLivs Tempt 4hardtail ($600).
One of the queen bees of womens mountain bikes, Juliana has earned countless accolades for its bikes.
The Maverick is a beast, in a good way, Kemp says.
The standout features of this bike are the suspension and geometry.
It seriously made me feel like I had superhero powers through technical sections.
Right now, the Maverick is only availableat local retailers.
Liv Embolden 2
Mongoose Excursion Mountain Bike
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