If you are new to bikes, then it may come as a surprise there are more than just regular bikes and mountain bikes. There are several different types of bikes on the market, and all have their own purpose.

If you are looking to upgrade your bike and you want to know all your options, then here are the different bikes along with what you need to know about each one of them.

Mountain Bike

A mountain bike is the more commonly referred to bike. When you hear people talking about buying a bike, or you see bikes at a local store, you are likely seeing or hearing about mountain bikes. True mountain bikes are for riding rougher biking trails.

For example, if you are riding a bike trail that runs the natural course of a state park or mountain rugged area then a mountain bike is likely what you are looking for. They are made for being jolted around and hitting rougher rocky areas. Continue reading →

You may have heard a lot of people in the bike community talking about getting fitted for a bike. There are some people that just got to a bike store, or store that has a small bike sales area, and straddle the bike to see if it fits them. If it does, they buy that bike already assembled.

This is fine, but if you want a bike that is going to be used for events, for more than casual cycling, and for fitness you want one that fits you well. For that, you need to be fitted. This is what you need to expect during a fitting.

Initial Inseam Measurement

The key to a bike fitting is getting that initial inseam measurement. This is done by a professional and will consist of a measurement that starts at the base of your foot or inner arch and goes up to your pubic bone. Continue reading →