What everybody should know before buying a bicycle

What everybody should know before buying a bicycle (bicykle predaj)

On the off chance that you are considering buying a bicycle, you have probably already seen that there is a wide variety of

models and a wide value range. Especially on the off chance that you are searching for your first bicycle, this experience can be somewhat distressing. So here we share all that you have to know before buying a bicycle.

What do you need on a bicycle

The initial step to start precluding choices is to characterize your requirements.

4 inquiries to characterize your requirements:

What am I going to utilize the bicycle for?

Where will I utilize the bicycle?

How frequently will I utilize my bicycle?

What is my financial plan?

Questions 1 and 2 will enable you to figure out what kind of bicycle you need; a road, mountain or half and half bicycle, for example. When you have characterized which sort of bicycle is the most suitable for you, you will realize that there are as yet a boundlessness of alternatives in costs, brands, materials and qualities. This is the place the topic of the amount to put resources into your bicycle usually arises.

Questions 3 and 4 will assist you with deciding the amount you ought to put resources into your new bicycle. For example, in the event that you are searching for a bicycle to use as your main type of transportation, you will require a fairly reliable bicycle.

In this case, the most prescribed is search for a bicycle with mid-range segments and appropriate to the states of your excursions.

Then again, in the event that you are searching for a recreational bicycle, which you will utilize rarely, you don't need such a sophisticated bicycle. In this case, it may be a smart thought to put resources into a cheaper bicycle as the bicycle will be underused and a higher venture may not be warranted.

Regular bicycle types

From the beginning of time, the bicycle has been specialized to address the issues of the various branches of cycling.

Each sort of bicycle is planned taking into account the undesirable benefits according to the utilization to which it will be put. The following are the most widely recognized bicycle styles and their main features.

Mountain bicycles (MTB)

Mountain bicycle

Ideal for: unpleasant earth and roads. The change of tires is prescribed on the off chance that it will be utilized on pavement either for urban use or for traveling.

Mountain bicycles (also known as MTBs or mountain bicycles) are intended for use on unpleasant roads so they are very resistant. They are generally outfitted with wide tires with adequate treads to improve traction on free terrain. They regularly utilize straight or twofold stature handlebars. Mountain bicycles are generally outfitted with a wide range of paces, tending towards low speeds, to deal with climbs and free terrain.

This sort of bicycle can be found without suspension (inflexible), with front suspension (hardtail) or with twofold suspension (full-suspension) contingent upon the MTB specialty for which they have been planned:

Crosscountry

Enduro

Downhill

Freeride

For more information about these bicycles you can read: What is a mountain bicycle?

Road bicycles

Road bicycle

Ideal for: speed on paved roads.

These sorts of bicycles are generally lighter in development than different bicycles and are not intended to carry as well much extra weight. Its motivation is speed on paved terrain. Hence, these kinds of bicycles are prepared with larger, more slender haggles with narrow edges and smoother patterns. As a rule, road bicycles use drop-bar handles to achieve a progressively aerodynamic stance, although it is conceivable to discover or assemble bicycles of this sort with a flat bar.

These bicycles usually have ranges that keep an eye on high speeds. The range is relatively increasingly compact, with small increases among speed and speed. Recollect that your main goal is speed, not comfort.

In the event that you want to find out about this sort of bicycle, we welcome you to read, What is a road bicycle?

Mixture bicycles

Ideal for: paved, cobbled roads and somewhat steep earth roads.

Mixture bicycles are very versatile as they join characteristics of mountain bicycles and road bicycles, henceforth its name. They generally utilize straight or twofold tallness handlebars, although it is conceivable to discover models with trekking handlebars. These bicycles were conceived as an answer for the individuals who need a versatile bicycle, that can be utilized in the city, and yet can be utilized on various terrains. The frames are resistant and with a geometry that allows you to adopt a comfortable situation, with your back upstanding, arms and neck relaxed.

There are various variants of cross breed bicycles, some increasingly similar to road bicycles, with narrow haggles lightweight frames. There are some different half and halves progressively similar to mountain bicycles with marginally more extensive haggles front suspension.

Variants of half and halves:

Urban half and halves

Confort bicycles

Half and halves for long excursions

All-terrain half and halves (mestske bicykle predaj)

For more information on these bicycles we welcome you to read: What is a half and half bicycle?

Urban/Dutch/Dutch Bicycles

Dutch Black Bicycle

Ideal for: paved, cobblestone and soil roads.

This family of bicycles is also known as city bicycles, which generates some disarray. Technically any bicycle

that is utilized as urban transport could be a "city bicycle". In this case we allude to urban bicycles-style bicycles.

These bicycles were intended for urban use, so they are of fairly strong development both in its frame and in its wheels. They are totally suitable to withstand the states of a city

It usually has mudguards to pedal on rainy days and racks and/or a basket to transport all that you have to go to work, the supermarket, and so forth. A typical feature in this kind of bicycle is the nearness of lights to keep us always noticeable.

They normally have a solitary speed, although you can pick one with internal changes if necessary. The geometry of urban bicycles allow you to pedal with your middle upstanding and in this way have the option to relax your arms and neck.

For more information about these bicycles you can read: What is a urban bicycle?

Collapsing bicycles

Brompton M6R

Ideal for: urban use on paved land and joined with different means of transport.

The vast majority of these bicycles utilize small wheels, with 16 ″, 20 ″ and 24 ″ being the most well-known, although it is conceivable to discover collapsing wheels with progressively conventional wheels. Almost all the collapsing ones are intended for urban use, anyway there are models that can withstand long excursions without issues.

A drawback of small wheels is that they are progressively touchy to road flaws. Although if what you need is a bicycle that you can carry with you at all occasions there is nothing of the sort as a collapsing bicycle. These sorts of bicycles can be discovered outfitted with a solitary speed or up to 20.

For more information about these bicycles, you can read: What is a collapsing bicycle?

Fixie y single-speed

Fixed gear bicycle

Ideal for: use on pavement and for those searching for a straightforward bicycle.

These bicycles have become something of a clique bicycle for urban cycling. Its main feature is it's straightforward and in many cases, minimalist plan. These are fairly straightforward yet profoundly proficient and functional bicycles.

This family of bicycles comes in various shapes and styles; there are them with straight, twofold tallness handlebars, drop bars, bullhorns, and so on. They are furnished with a solitary speed so they require considerably less maintenance than different bicycles.

The distinction between single-speed and fixies is that in single-speed they utilize a freewheel, while fixies utilize a fixed gear.

For more information about fixies, we welcome you to read: What is a fixie?

Cruiser bicycles

Bicycle Cruiser

Ideal for: pavement although they can be utilized on moderate terraces on flat terrain.

These kinds of bicycles are intended for short outings. Its characteristic geometry and handlebars allow an amazingly relaxed stance. These bicycles are usually heavy and utilize wide tires, which makes them wasteful on excursions of more than 10km. They normally have a solitary speed although a few manufacturers have models with speeds. Another basic feature on cruiser bicycles are the coaster brakes .

For more information about these bicycles you can read: What is a cruiser bicycle?

Bmx bicycles (παλετοφορο)

Ideal for: various orders that have to do with hops and tricks.

BMXs utilize small yet fairly solid frames, ideal for bounces and tricks. There are various variables for these

bicycles, some with wide tires for use on free terrain and others with somewhat more slender and smoother tires for use on ramps or in the city. These bicycles are not as effective as a means of transport, so they are suggested rather for short excursions.

For more information about these bicycles, you can read: What is a BMX?

Cyclocross bicycles

Ideal for: blended roads (pavement, soil, free gravel).

These bicycles are fundamentally the same as road bicycles yet they are not the same. Its frames are progressively resistant and have a marginally extraordinary geometry that makes them progressively suitable to pass over obstacles on the road. These bicycles utilize more extensive tires than road bicycles and usually have a

the pattern that allows them to generate great traction on various roads. In addition, in contrast to the road ones, they use cantilever brakes since they accumulate less mud during races.

For more information about these bikes you can read: What is a cyclocross bike?
Gravel bikes
Gravel Bike Salsa Cycles
Ideal for: driving dirt roads at speed, use on paved terrain and light-duty travel.

This type of bicycle combines the characteristics of road bikes and cyclocross bikes. Despite being similar, gravel bikes are built for speed on unpaved roads.

Its geometry is more relaxed than that of road bikes, with a higher head tube and a looser angle for better control on dirt roads. These bikes are designed with a lower drop in the bottom bracket and a longer wheelbase than cyclocross bikes, since there is no need to pass over obstacles, which makes them more stable.

Another pair of features that sets gravel bikes apart are increased fork and chainstay clearance, as well as disc brakes. These characteristics allow the use of a wide range of measurements on the wheels and tire widths to face all kinds of conditions on the road.

Many models have attachment points for mounting racks and fenders, giving them even more versatility. Also, in addition to being great fun on dirt roads, these bikes are great bikes in the city and even for light-duty or backpacking trips.

For more information about these bikes, you can read: What is a gravel bike?

Touring bicycles
Touring bike

Ideal for: for traveling long distances and carrying weight. There are types for pavement, mixed or cross country trips.

These bikes are generally built-in chrome and are very strong to support the weight.

His frames include mounts to install racks (rear and front) and additional amphorae.

Although the vast majority of these bikes use drop-bars, trekking handlebars, straight and double-height, are also common, depending on the type of trip to be made (road, through gaps, sleeper hood).

An important feature on these bikes is their wide speed range. Low enough speeds make it easy to climb steep slopes when fully loaded and high speeds to maintain speed even on descents. They are equipped with powerful brakes, usually disc or cantilever brakes. The common wheels are 26 ″, 27.5 ″, 650 and 700.

For more information about these bikes you can read:  What is a touring bicycle?
Mini Velo Bicycles
Mini Veil
Ideal for: urban use preferably on the pavement. Some models can be used for long trips.

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These bicycles are born from the need to be able to store in small spaces. They had their boom in Korea and

Japan where space is quite limited. The frames are very similar to those of a conventional bicycle with the

the difference that they use 20 ″ wheels. Their small wheels make them quite practical for the city. Not only do they reduce their dimensions, but they also have very good acceleration and maneuverability. There is a wide variety of styles, some with drop-bars, others with straight handlebars. There are single-speed, fixies and with multiple speeds.

For more information about these bikes, you can read:  What is a mini veil?

Electric bikes(cyklistické rukavice)

Ideal for: places where there are steep slopes and/or for those who suffer from knees or suffer from asthma when exercising, for example.

Electric bicycles are all those bikes that use a motor to assist pedaling. Today it is possible to find an

electric version of almost any type of bike: folding, hybrid, cargo, mountain, etc. Its main advantage is when climbing slopes, pedaling against the wind (there are places where the wind is very intense) or for those who have to pedal long distances to go to work and want to reduce the effort. On the other hand, these bikes are more expensive and heavier.

If you want to know more about this type of bike, we invite you to read What are electric bikes?

Cargo or utility bikes

Ideal for: For those who need to transport considerable cargo mainly in the city.

When used to move loads, this family of bikes uses extremely strong frames, with a good brake system and an adequate speed ratio to move the extra weight. There are cargo bikes of different types and different capacities depending on what is going to move. Another variant is the type of cargo area and the positioning of the cargo.

The positioning of the load:

On the front, rear or both wheels
Between the handlebars and front wheel better known as Long John
Behind the cyclist known as Longtail
Between parallel wheels either front or rear (tricycles)
Bicicletas fat bike
Fat Bike

Ideal for: loose terrains such as snow, sand, and mud.

The main feature of these bikes is their extremely wide 26 ″ wheels. Such wide tires allow you to generate a good level of traction on extremely loose terrain such as snow or sand. The the geometry of its frame is very similar to a mountain bike with the difference that it uses scissors/fork and chainstays with adequate clearance for fat wheels. These bikes are equipped with multiple speeds and disc

brakes.

For more information about these bikes, you can read:  What is a fat bike?

bicicletas sprawl
Recumbent Bicycle

Ideal for: paved roads.

These bicycles are different from all others since the position of the rider is completely reclined. There are different configurations: with wheels of different wheels, with three wheels, with handlebars on the seat, with handlebars under the seat or without handlebars. They are usually equipped with multiple speeds and there are even those who travel the world on bicycles of this type.

For more information about these bikes, you can read:  What is a recumbent bicycle?

Tandem Bicycle

Ideal for:  enjoying a step with your partner, family, and/or friend.

Tandem bicycles are bicycles for two or more cyclists. The most common are two-seater and can be found in different styles: hybrid, mountain, road, and cruiser. With the exception of cruisers, these bikes usually use multiple speeds and need powerful brakes to be able to stop the bike with the weight of both (or more) cyclists.

For more information about these bikes, you can read:  What is a tandem bicycle?

Main parts and components of a bicycle
Parts of the bike
Frame material
There are a variety of materials for different types of bicycle, and sometimes you will even find practically the same bicycle made of different materials. I share a table with the materials and their main advantages and disadvantages. Although it is important to note that for bicycles for urban use it is common to find steel or aluminum frames.


The most recommended thing is to go to a specialized store and ask for help from the advisers, they will help

you find a bike of your size. Alternatively, you can test the size of the frame by running one leg over the frame and standing with both feet on the ground. For a route chart, it is recommended that there be a space of about 2.5 cm between the pole and your body. For a mountain bike, the recommended thing is about 5 cm or a little

more. It is important to consider that each type of bicycle has a different geometry, so it is important to test the exact model of the bike you plan to purchase.

You should always look for the bicycle that best suits the person who will use it, below you will find some

Other points to consider are seat height and handlebar position. The leg should be slightly flexed when the the pedal is at its lowest point. Similarly, it is recommended that the arms be slightly bent in order to improve
maneuverability.

Height and adjustment of bicycle seat and handlebar
Once you have already selected and adjusted the bike to suit you, it is recommended to try it. Make sure it's comfortable and that you can maneuver freely.

For almost any type of bicycle, there are frames designed specifically for men, women, and children. For each case, certain proportions are handled that are better adapted to the dimensions of each body type.