mountain biking jerseys
What kind of bike do I need??
I started riding my bike to workout but its a nice workout bike. I looked online for bikes and they have all different names, such as cross country, mountain, and triathlon. I see the people who ride with jerseys and proper bike stuff. I would like a bike like that. What kind of bike would I need if i wanted to workout and do 20 miles or more?
well it seams that if your riding about 20 miles or more (on the road…) you would want a road bike.. Triathlon bikes are for going straight in a more uncomfortable/Aerodynamic position but will not make it up any hills… cross country bikes are mountain bikes with front suspension and possibly a short travel rear shock between 2-4 inches if it is more inches than that, it is a cross country trail bike used more for steeper downhill terrain.
The main differences between a road bike and a mountain bike I notice when I switch back and forth between my Specialized Epic Carbon mountain bike and my Cervelo Soloist carbon road bike and my other bikes are
mountain bikes have :
wider tires usually with knobs so that there is good traction on loose ground
2-3 inch wide tires also 26 inch tires
a more upright body positions (less Aero)
usually heavier than road bikes because they need to be sturdy to go over rocks and roots
Road Bikes:
more aero geometry
rougher ride but faster
skinny tires about 1 inch
700cc size tires= about 29 inches therefore more speed
knowing that I can suggest some good brands
1. Any Specialized road bike….I have ridden the Roubaix and the Tarmac and really enjoyed them
2. Cervelo bikes…If you can drop your paycheck on a bike…
3. Trek Bikes… for something more entry level check out the Madone also ridden in the Tour
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