Often it can seem daunting when it comes to the task of selecting a bike. This is even more true for beginners who don’t know about the different types of bikes you can get. You will find mountain bikes to have better suspension and are therefore more comfortable but they are also heavier and not as fast as road bikes. So how do you decide which bike is right for you?
First of all you have to decide what the purpose of the bike is. To do this there are a few points that you should take into consideration, the first is where you plan to ride your bike. Pay extra attention to the terrain and length of your journeys. A comfortable bike that can handle different types of terrain can be ideal. Of course if you need speed and you will be on the road then racing bikes are probably most suitable for you. If you need the ability to go over different types of terrain then you will most likely be better off with a mountain bike.
This brings us nicely to next consideration which is how much you value comfort and speed. In general the faster bikes are faster because they’re lighter and this generally means removing features such as suspension, which will of course not be as comfortable for you to ride. Not only this but you’ll find that each type of bike requires a different riding posture. Road bikes require that you use a posture that makes you more aerodynamic and this can sometimes be uncomfortable for people who have never ridden like this before.
Once you’ve chosen your particular type of bike the next thing you need to concentrate on is the exact model that you want to buy. In every bike range you will find that there are many different models for you to choose from. Carbon fibre bikes are the fastest but also come with the largest price tag forroad bicycles. When it comes to mountain bikes extra features to consider are the wheel size, suspension and braking system.
Of course the final decision will come down to your budget. Naturally in a world without money everyone would have a carbon fibre bike with all the extras but if money is a concern you can still manage to get a high-quality bike at an affordable price.
