shovel11
I think I might do more road riding, but I would like to have the option to go off road if I need too... Can you do a little off road riding w/ a road bike?....Does it work good?....And what do you thing is the a "best bang for your buck(hybird)" bike is?......
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Hybrid bikes are the best 'all-round' type bike. If the off-road riding you do is just gravel or dirt trails in parks, a hybrid bike is just fine and special tires or suspension are unnecessary and just add weight.
Get one with an adjustable stem which lets you change the riding position. You want to get as low as you can while still feeling comfortable and safe in traffic. Giant brand bikes have won several Consumer Reports recommendations and have this kind of stem.
Also, be sure to have the bike shop fit you carefully for the frame size and have them raise the seat enough to protect your knees. Most people ride with their seats too low.
Hybrid bikes are the best 'all-round' type bike. If the off-road riding you do is just gravel or dirt trails in parks, a hybrid bike is just fine and special tires or suspension are unnecessary and just add weight.
Get one with an adjustable stem which lets you change the riding position. You want to get as low as you can while still feeling comfortable and safe in traffic. Giant brand bikes have won several Consumer Reports recommendations and have this kind of stem.
Also, be sure to have the bike shop fit you carefully for the frame size and have them raise the seat enough to protect your knees. Most people ride with their seats too low.
should i buy my hybrid bike with or without shocks (suspension)?
sportsnerd
I am mostly riding in NYC and tend to jump on and off curbs while riding. Also worried about potholes and other broken up streets. Do I need shocks or not? Thank you!
Answer
Hybrid suspension is one of those things that only count for comfort. Because of their short travel, it won't help impacts from jumping curbs (which you shouldn't do on a hybrid) or doing potholes (most people on bikes can miss potholes...). When it comes to going over curbs you should pull up and "hop" the front wheel over the curb to reduce impact no matter what bike you are riding.
I think you would be much better served by an urban assault bike. They are the "jeep" hybrid (don't buy a Jeep BRAND bike, however) and are great for rough city streets. They will be a bit more expensive than a typical hybrid but will last a LOT longer.
Hybrid suspension is one of those things that only count for comfort. Because of their short travel, it won't help impacts from jumping curbs (which you shouldn't do on a hybrid) or doing potholes (most people on bikes can miss potholes...). When it comes to going over curbs you should pull up and "hop" the front wheel over the curb to reduce impact no matter what bike you are riding.
I think you would be much better served by an urban assault bike. They are the "jeep" hybrid (don't buy a Jeep BRAND bike, however) and are great for rough city streets. They will be a bit more expensive than a typical hybrid but will last a LOT longer.
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