We have seen a change in transportation recently. While the majority of people in the western world seemed most interested in travelling via automobile, in the last couple of decades many people have been choosing the bicycle as their primary mode of transportation. This trend can be attributed to the idea of keeping things 'green' in a bid to take care of our planet. It doesn't hurt that gas is increasing in price either! No matter what has caused it, the fact is there are now more cyclists on the road than in a long while. Have you been tempted to use a bike for your everyday transport needs? If this is the case it is important you know what to look for, the following tips will help you in your quest to find a suitable bike.
One thing you can consider when choosing a bike is whether or not your feet can rest flat on the floor while you are sitting so you can stop yourself. Some experts, however, say that this is not a good idea. They say that it is better to give yourself a few inches between your feet and the ground to create a more comfortable cycling experience. If your feet are sitting flat on the ground while your butt is on the seat, this usually means that the seat is too close to the crossbar and will need to be adjusted for comfort. If you can bend your knees, your knees will come up too high when you are pedaling.
Are you going to need to accommodate extra accessories? Perhaps a basket to help you carry items will be helpful, should your bike be what you'll be using most. Will you need to transport a child? If so, you will need to find a bicycle that can safely support a baby seat. How about towing something behind the bike? Choose a bike that can support the weight of a trailer, if this is something you’ll do.
How many gears will you use on a regular basis? If you plan to ride in rocky or mountainous areas, you’ll need more gears than riding on flat land. A bike isn’t better just because it has more gears than another. The truth is that you might not need all of those different gears. It’s a waste of money to pay for all those unused gears. Ensure you have enough gears to handle the situations in which you will be riding, especially if you bike will be your main mode of transport. There are many different factors to take into account when finding the right bicycle. Is this a bike you are going to be riding every single day their explanation or is it a bike you are only going to ride every now and them? At what height do you feel the most comfortable? Do you feel more at ease with your feet just above the ground as you sit on the seat, or would you rather that your feet sit flat when you are at rest? These are some of the things you need to consider when choosing your bike.