Road bikes are made for racing and speed. If you want an adrenaline rush, like leaning into turns and testing your aerobic capacity, a road bike could be the bike for you.
What Is a Road Bike?
· Very lightweight frame, wheels and components.
· A drop (curled) handlebar, though some have a flat bar like a mountain bike.
· Narrow wheels and tires.
· A composite (carbon fiber) front fork.
· No front or rear suspension.
· Men’s and women’s styles and a wide range of sizes.
Popular road bicycle brands include Schwinn, Cannondale, Huffy, K2, Mongoose, Scattante, Columbia, Kent, Electra, Nirve, Nashbar, Trek, Giant, Gary Fisher, Specialized, and Diamondback.
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