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whats the differnece between hybrid bikes and commuter ones

i wan tto commute, but i like the sound of hybrid...

squashBall Mon 24/08/09 15:10

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blahdiblah
Mon 24/08/09
16:19

Commuter Cycles
Hybrids often feature larger road cycle wheels to make commuting on the road less effort. Hybrid bicycles are great for casual cycling such as commuting and many will be well suited to riding smooth dirt roads. The range of models in this category is vast and can be quite daunting to those who are still unsure about what they are looking for.

Hybrid bikes are mostly devided into three distinct categories; Sport, City and Comfort.

Comfort Bikes
Just as their name suggests, comfort bikes are designed to provide a comfortable ride whether on the road or on rougher terrain, such as a tow path.

City Bikes
With congestion in towns and cities adding to the cost and time spent travelling to work, more people are choosing to commute to work using their legs and getting on a bicycle. This is both good for the rider’s health and their wallet as many government initiatives reward employees for cycling.

Sports Hybrid
If you’re keen to keep fit and go on longer rides, a sports hybrid should provide the answer. These bikes come with 700c wheels just like road cycles and narrow tyres (often around 700x 28-32) to offer extra comfort and puncture resistance. The riding position is less upright, though not low like a racing cycle.

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