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Handlebar S tyle
e type of bike often determines handlebar style:
Gears, Suspension, and Brakes
If you're riding hills, you'll want more gears to choose from. If you're on
rocky terrain with a mountain bike, you'll want suspension. For brakes, the
choices are rim, disc, coaster (pedal backward to brake), and drum.
e type of bike you choose will determine available options.
DROP BAR
Seen on most road
bikes, it allows
you to crouch
over so you're
more aerodynamic.
FLAT BAR
Common on
mountain and
hybrid bikes, this
style makes you sit
upright and gives
you control.
RISER BAR
Often on mountain
bikes, the
handlebar reaches
upward so you can
sit farther back to
see ahead.
MUSTACHE
BAR
Sometimes on
hybrid bikes, the
style provides
options for how far
you lean forward.
A durable bike for someone who rides regularly can be under
$1,000. Bikes made of the best materials cost more. If you buy
a used bike to save money, factor in the cost of a tune-up.
Figure out your frame size by multiplying your inseam by
.65. A petite adult with a 25" inseam would need a 16" frame.
Once you decide on a bike, try it before you buy it. Make sure it's
comfortable and adjust the fit. Your knee should be slightly bent
while pedaling when your leg is all the way down, and the seat
shouldn't tilt forward. A good bike will last many years, so you'll
want it to feel just right.
COST
SIZE
FIT
