Monday, February 10, 2014

How to buy a bicycle

Whether you are looking to exit the ride or as a primary means of mobility, here we tell you what to bear in mind when buying a bicycle

to buy a bicycle

Tips for buying a bicycle

Replace motor vehicles by bicycle is a great idea. Healthy, economical, environment friendly, and also available at any time, without major maintenance.

The first step in buying a bicycle is to know with certainty what you need. It is the same one for everyday use and townsman, a for weekend trips, even to explore the city, the countryside or mountainous terrain. We recommend our " Types of bicycle to choose "for details on the election.

Then, consider also whether it will be for you or if you will share with another person, knowing the most suitable dimensions and weight systems, brakes , change, suspension and other features.

Details to know when buying a bicycle

Scan the table out well . This is the structure, pipe or fiber, and should be chosen based on our body size and weight. Check it fit good, mounting you on bike to correct overall height, seat, pedals distance and size and distance from the handlebars, so to correct your posture while pedaling. These details are part of what is called the  size of the bike .

Your weight is another point to consider, because there must be an element that can be hoisted and piggybacked to the need, and not resulting in a difficulty pedaling, especially in land elevation. Too lightest bicycle on the other hand, can be somewhat dangerous for children, inexperienced or a walking speed, as possess less stability.

You also must take into account the style and brand , as there is a good variety of them, each with different benefits. The styles include a set of features defined for use and maintenance, within which you have the ability to get parts and supplies at good prices in the local market.

Note how the handlebars or handlebar of the bicycle , as this will define control you have on road. Please allow an upright posture and walking in urban areas, and a gentle slope with good support in the race. In sports cars, the handlebars must be firm, solid, and very manageable: neither too narrow nor too wide.

The system of brakes is very important, because it is safety to drive and react to extreme situations. They may be of rocker horseshoe to disk, and other counter brake. Reiterates its condition and maintenance before buying the bike.

Bicycle Sizes by age

The wheels should fit the size of the user and the bicycle frame, namely:

- Cycle 12: they are suitable for children 2-5 years (up to 90 cm in height) 
- Cycle 14: Up to 103 cm tall 
- shot 16: For users from 93 to 103 cm tall 
- Shot 20: From 105 to 120 cm 
- Cycle 24: Up to 137 cm tall 
- shot 26 on-wards: Suitable from 137 cm, ie, 10 years of age or older.

Adapters (side wheels) will support weights up to 18 kilograms, are very useful for learning and the accompanying shot 12, 14 and 16.

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