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Why Are Bianchi Mountain Bikes So Hard To Find In The US?

Posted by Kitty on Feb 21st 2014

The introduction of bicycles occurred in Europe in the 19th century. Today, there are over a billion bikes on the planet, which means there are twice as many bikes as there are automobiles! Bikes are used as basic transportation in many areas, but they are also used for recreational purposes. In addition to use as children's toys, specialized cycles are used for police and military applications, mail and courier services, racing, mountain biking, and many more. F.I.V. Edoardo Bianchi S.p.A is the oldest bicycle company on Earth still in business. It was founded in 1885 in Italy and is well kno …
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Should I Buy A Carbon Fiber Road Bike?

Posted by blogbike on Dec 8th 2013

Choosing a bike comes with many different factors to consider. Everyone has his or her own preferences, but as a general rule carbon fiber make for a great road bike. Why? Simply put, carbon fiber is lightweight, strong and fast. Some bikes are heavy and bulky while others are light but also provide the durability of the heavier bikes. One particular type of material that serves this purpose are the carbon fiber road bikes. They are light, strong, and durable, the real question becomes, should you spend the extra money for the carbon fiber?When buying a performance road bike you can end up com …
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