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A Triathlon Training Equipment Guide
Posted by Kitty on Aug 25th 2014
Are you a first time triathlete who is looking for the best bike for training? Are you a veteran triathlete who is just looking for new bike equipment? Do you need assistance finding the right bikes for triathlons? There are many different brands and kinds of triathlon bikes available at your disposal, but choosing the right one can be hard. This article will assist you in choosing the right bike equipment for your triathlon needs and, if you are a beginner triathlete, how to start training for your very first triathlon.A Triathlon Training Equipment GuideEquipment NeedsFirst and foremost, esp …
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What The Forbes 2013 Buyer's Guide Didn't Tell You
Posted by Kitty on Jun 10th 2014
While some people looking to purchase a new bike will check out the Forbes 2013 buyer guide first, they should know that it doesn't list many great bikes that are definitely worth checking out. Though it highlights big name brands such as Cannondale that have massive amounts of funds to spend on marketing, there are other brands like Bianchi, KHS, Intense, Norco and Litespeed that are leaps and bounds ahead of the rest in terms of quality, trends, and technology. Below we have listed some of the great things about Bianchi, Litespeed and Intense bikes that you might otherwise been unaware of.Wh …
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Should I Buy A Carbon Fiber Road Bike?
Posted by blogbike on Dec 7th 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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Our Top 5 Mountain Bikes For Under $1,000
Posted by blogbike on Apr 12th 2013
So you're in the market for a mountain bike but don't have a ton of cash to spend? Here's a list of our top five mountain bikes for under $1,000 based on build and performance.While it's true this price range is usually characterized as entry-level for mountain bikes, that doesn't mean the bike has to be of poor quality. We've selected 5 bikes that perform above entry-level riding expectations and can be purchased at a great value.1. GT Avalanche 3.0 Hydro - 2013 - $599
You're not going to find all the features of a performance mountain bike packed into this price, but the GT Avalanche rolls …
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How Should I Choose A Bike When Big Name Bike Brands Aren’t Always Better?
Posted by blogbike on Mar 20th 2013
When buying a bike, are you paying for quality or brand name?Oftentimes it can be really hard to tell if what you're paying for is legit and bike buyers have a lot of questions regarding this very point.Are all bikes made in China? Are bikes made in the USA really of a better quality? What should I look for in a bike manufacturer and in the listed price? With so many bike brands on the market, how do you know what bike prices are legitimate, where a bike is manufactured, and what that means about the quality of the bike?These are all common questions for bike buyers in today’s consumer market. …
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