2007-04-05 13:18:42 · 6 answers · asked by dagod21 2 in Sports ➔ Cycling
Sit down and work out where you want to ride how often and how far. If you live within 20 miles of work this is a viable distance on a bike.(even further if you are keen). A bicycle will not only get you fit it is a great form of transport.
Once you have worked out what you want. Go and visit as many bike shops as you can. Check out the styles available the prices, the maintenance requirements, GET SIZED UP. Also check out social riding groups in your area.
If you buy, the right sized bike, the right sort of bike, the right quality of bike, Your chances of becoming a fit, health, cycling junky are considerably increased.
2007-04-05 14:18:28 · answer #1 · answered by Glenn B 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'd go to a local shop and get advice from an expert. In general, aside from BMX and kinds bikes, there are three generally types of bikes:
Road bikes - skinny tires and droped bars designed for riding on the road, in races, on group rides, and long distances. If you intend to put a lot of miles on the road, there is no substitute.
Mountain bike - knobby tires and frames designed to take the abuse of riding offroad. They often have suspension and other bells and whistles. If you intend to do trail riding or anything offorad, tis is what you need.
Hybrid - a cross between road and mountain. They have medium width tires, are generally more upright. They are great for cruising around town, boardwalks, etc. They are not great for serious road or mountain biking, but they will get you where you want to go.
2007-04-06 02:18:18 · answer #2 · answered by Jay P 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It all depends on where you're cycling.
If you're going to be cycling on grass and up and down rocky areas, get a mountain bike.
If you want to pull off wheelies and flips, get a BMX.
If you're going to be sticking to the roads, get a road bike.
If you're going to be sticking mainly to the roads but maybe going across some slightly unstable terrain or unmade roads, get a hybrid.
2007-04-05 13:23:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Go to your local Trek store.
They can help you with anything.(Anything with bikes that is!)
They asked me what type of place I ride at. I told them where they gave me options.
Then they took measurements of my whole body and built the bike to me and my needs.
Great people, great help!
http://www2.trekbikes.com/lang_redirect.php?redir=%2F
2007-04-05 14:02:08 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Recumbent, definitely get a recumbent. You'll thank youself!
2007-04-05 17:01:58 · answer #5 · answered by Christopher 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
an old timey bicycle will get you into shape fast!!
2007-04-05 13:22:39 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋