How to find a bike that suits you in 2024

We are in an era that which low-carbon travel has become more fashionable. Instead of staying crowded on subways and buses, it is time for us to own a bike and ride with friends and family by the breezy lake, and the beautiful mountain road.

If you are interested in getting a bike on your own but have no idea to choose what kind of bike. You can check out bike buying rules, and select the best bike for yourself.

The Classification of Bicycles

Bicycles in the market are generally divided into mountain bikes, road bikes, folding bikes, cruiser bikes, and electric bikes (E-bike).

Mountain bikes

Adult mountain bike are good choices when you want to go for long rides or to ride on mountains. If you consider folding mountain bike, you can easily put in your car and carry it with you!

Advantages:

There are many types of mountain bike transmission systems, which can adapt to various road surfaces.

The riding posture of the mountain bike is relatively simple, and the speed is limited. The frame of the regular mountain bike is large and heavy, and you may feel tired after a long ride.

Road Bikes

Road Bikes are suitable for urban commuting over relatively flat road distances.

Advantages: Road bikes are relatively fast and better suited for long-distance commutes

Disadvantages: The riding posture of road bicycles is relatively simple, the riding resistance of the bike is large, and the requirements for the road surface are relatively high.

Folding Bikes

Folding Bike take less space, we recommended you try them out for commuting to and from get off work.

Advantages: The folding bicycle is relatively small and easy to carry. When you're not using it, you can fold it up and put it in your car or home without taking up space.

Disadvantage: Folding bikes have smaller tires and are not suitable for riding on steep roads.

Beach cruiser bikes

Beach cruiser with basket are suitable for urban commuting, they look stylish and are very comfortable to ride.  The front basket of the bike allows you to bring small items.

Advantages:

• Cruiser bike does not have high requirements on configuration, it is relatively comfortable to ride, and the price is cheaper than other bikes
• Cruiser bike does not have high requirements on configuration, it is relatively comfortable to ride, and the price is cheaper than other bikes

Disadvantages: Cruiser bike has only one speed, so it is relatively laborious to stay awake, and it is not suitable for long-distance riding

Electric bicycles

Electric bicycles are the best choice for people who don’t like sports. You only need to enjoy the scenery along the way to reach the destination. Of course, if you want, you can also ride it like a regular bike.

Advantages: Electric bikes don't require a license or pay for parking, but like other vehicles, they can get you where you want to go without the slightest effort. At the same time, electric bicycles can also be like other ordinary bikes, allowing you to maintain a healthy body.

Disadvantages: Compared with other bicycles, electric bicycles are heavier and have many parts, which makes it difficult for beginners to installing electric bicycles for the first time. Not all states support e-bikes, so choosing the right model of an e-bike is important.