City bikes or city bikes, gradually becoming an integral part of the modern lifestyle, in which more and more people are opting for a healthy lifestyle.
These bikes are not designed for sporting achievements and, above all, for a comfortable ride around town.
Features city bikes:
- Large diameter wheels;
- Wide fenders and mud flaps that effectively protect clothing;
- A sturdy frame made of aluminum or steel;
- A basket at the front and rear trunk;
- A large number of reflectors, reflectors and other passive safety features.
Previously, it was decided to divide male and female models in a straight line or an inclined frame and universal were only folding bikes. Now these conventions almost obliterated, and many manufacturers have city bikes are equally suitable for both men and women.
The classic city bikes have one star (speed) and short circuit. Type brakes - drum driven by a force on the pedal in the opposite direction.
For those who make long trips, more preferred are bicycles, cruisers. They were developed by the Schwinn from the US, and a non-trivial design involves design, wide and comfortable seat, easy steering and large wheels.
The peak of popularity of cruiser is in the middle of the last century, but they are now re-conquer the market.
Choosing a bike for the city, consider the type of roads, which are prevalent in your community. If they are equal, and with good coverage, it is definitely the best choice would be singlspid. But there are towns where better to take a multi-speed models.
Price City Bike lower than road racing or mountain model, when viewed within a single manufacturer.
Bicycles with steel frame is much cheaper than aluminum. But, at the same time, their weight is much higher, which can be a decisive criterion for the fairer sex.
Кроме того, размер рамы велосипеда должен соответствовать росту его владельца.
Overpay for the brand, in the case of city bikes, makes no sense and we can find a very good and high quality models from little-known manufacturers.
It may also be a question of acute storing your bike, and more preferably may be compact folding model.