For those just getting back into bike riding a comfort bike may be just the bike. Comfort or Hybrid bikes have these important features.
The choice of wheels gives the buyer the option to choose smaller, wider mountain tires for more stability or the larger, and narrower road tires for more efficiency; which also means less work. At a modest price range the components will be adequate enough for somenoe who is not a large rider or who does not ride that often; say once a week. For those expecting to comute expect to pay over $500 or possibly look at commuter or touring model bikes costing a little more. Good luck on you purchase.
- Reasonable prices. Generally from $250 to $600.
- Relaxed riding style. The rider is not bent over as far as Mountain or Road Bikes.
- A basic front shock to absorb road shock.
- A seat post shock
- A wide saddle.
- An adjustable stem on some bikes.
- Your choice of 700 road style wheels or 26 inch Mountain style wheels.
The choice of wheels gives the buyer the option to choose smaller, wider mountain tires for more stability or the larger, and narrower road tires for more efficiency; which also means less work. At a modest price range the components will be adequate enough for somenoe who is not a large rider or who does not ride that often; say once a week. For those expecting to comute expect to pay over $500 or possibly look at commuter or touring model bikes costing a little more. Good luck on you purchase.
Guide created: 08/08/06 (updated 06/07/09)


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