| We naturally have the tendency to look for the lightest | | | | Their weight and strength should fit your training type |
| bike on the market. The weight is definitely a major | | | | and the route you usually cycle on. |
| factor in choosing your next bike, but other factors | | | | Road bikes can be identified by their skinny tires and |
| must also be taken into account. The weight of the | | | | down-turned handlebars. These bikes rule the road |
| bike is not necessarily a guarantee of quality. | | | | due to their extreme efficiency and speed. The larger |
| Otherwise, the cyclo-tourist would require a solid frame | | | | thin tires help it glide along the road with little effort and |
| to carry the weight of the extra baggage. | | | | the multi-position handlebar offers a lot of grip |
| Energy transmission from the pedals to the wheels | | | | variations. A road bike is the supreme choice for |
| must be optimal. You must choose a bike that fits your | | | | anyone intent on riding on pavement, especially for |
| body stature and your cycling profile to maximise this | | | | longer rides. It is our great fortune to live in an area |
| energy transmission. | | | | with an abundance of great roads for cycling. |
| There will be no benefit from a very light bike if you're | | | | For a training or competition road bike, the weight |
| not well positioned on it or not well adjusted to it. Your | | | | should vary between 19 and 22 lbs. Considering the |
| local bike shop can measure you to insure a custom fit. | | | | extra weight of luggage on a cyclo-tourist bike, good |
| The combination of the bike frame, the stem and riser | | | | bikes vary between 24-30 lbs. |
| and the handlebars will give you an optimal cycling | | | | Thus, before buying a great looking bike, go to your |
| experience thus making your runs... | | | | local cycle shop, have yourself measured and fitted to |
| Of course the wheels are also an important factor. | | | | a bike that will meet your needs. |