Road Bikes

Road biking has increased dramatically in the US. These bikes are designed with two things in mind: speed and efficiency. They have narrower tires than the other categories of bikes and increased aerodynamics, enabling a rider to cover long distances at higher speeds. Within road biking are a number of different styles. The most common is the race bike followed by time trial/tri bikes and touring bikes. The race bike design emphasizes low weight and aerodynamics whereas the touring bikes tend to have stronger (therefore heavier) frames and wheels, lower gearing, and a frame designed specifically to carry cargo utilizing panniers and other packs. A new category of road bike is the comfort road which comes in both recreational and performance grades. It is best suited for special-event rides and riders looking for comfort and performance.