 Getting a bicycle which fits you and your style of riding can make a difference between loving your bike or loathing it
Buying a bicycle can be a challenge, there are so many different types
and brands to choose from. Remember a specialist bicycle retailer will
be the best place to offer you professional advice on tailoring a
bicycle to your individual needs, expectations and budget. Before you are heading off to a bike shop it is a good idea to spend
some time thinking about what kind of rider you are and what kind
of riding you are planning to do.
Do you want to ride around the local bicycle trails, do you want to do
long distance touring or off road exploring, maybe you want to join a
racing club or just want a bike to get around. Today's market place offers a range of bicycles for different purposes.
Some are right for one particular purpose only, whereas some others are
more versatile. Remember when choosing a bicycle you will need to consider
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Fit
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Comfort
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Budget
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Performance
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Aesthetics
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Durability
Maybe the traditional style of bicycle
does not meet your needs, there are a range of other bikes which
maybe perfect for you.
Finding it difficult to balance on two wheels?
Don't despair, full sized tricycles are great for people who have difficulty in balancing.
Finding it difficult to get on and off your bicycle?
Look for a step through frame. In Europe women and men use step through frames and many keep cycling till their eighty's.
 Suffer from back pain or a disability which stops you from riding a traditional bike?
Wait till you did a test ride on a recumbent bicycle. This design
enables you to sit back with your back fully supported making
it easy and comfortable to ride. Recumbents can be adjusted to your
special need providing mobility to people who otherwise would not be
able to travel independently. At the same time many able bodied people
love recumbents and would not ride any other bike.
Love to cycle but don't have enough energy to pedal all the way?
Power assisted bicycles provide you with some assistance with
a flick of switch making it easier to tackle those hills and
getting you back home after a day out. Most power
assisted bicycles have electric motors which means they are quiet
and can be recharged on mains power.
The legal maximum allowed motor
assistance in Australia is 200 watts which provides an unassisted speed
of up to 25km/hr. No licence is required. Under current Australian
Road Rules electric bicycles and tricycles are considered to be
bicycles and have to adhere to the same road rules.
Want to know more details before selecting a particular bike or brand?
Most bike brands have websites which provide you with information such
as sizing, frame, material such as aluminium or carbon, components such
as breaks, gears, hubs, rims, head set, stems, forks.
We encourage you to support companies
which are members of the Cycling Promotion Fund and put a percentage of
their turnover back into cycling.
Where should I purchase a bicycle?
Purchase your bicycle at a bicycle retailer. They offer a choice
of quality products combined with specialist skills and advice to match
your personal needs and they are passionate about cycling and can give
you valuable tips and advice and provide after sale service.
Remember to purchase the best bike you can afford. A good bike will last for many years and will become an excellent
investment
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