But:
A Mountain Bike is heavier than a road bike. Its wide tires have greater rolling resistance than road bike tires. While more comfortable for
many people, the rider’s more upright riding position is aerodynamically inefficient. A Mountain Bike is not the best choice for long, fast rides on
paved surfaces.
NOTE: While the rugged appearance of Mountain bikes might suggest that they’re
indestructible, they are not. They are tough and sturdy; but as with any machine, abuse
will soon take a toll on their ability to perform.
The Cross Bike, also often called a Hybrid, Street Performance or Street Comfort, is like a
Swiss Army Knife: it’s a versatile tool that does many things well. The Cross Bike is a good
choice for the rider who isn’t looking for the ultimate in performance either on or off the road,
but who wants a bike that will handle paved roads, bike paths, graded fire trails and dirt roads.
It’s not as fast on pavement as a Road Bike; nor is it designed for hard off-road use on “single
track” or rocky, rutted, rugged terrain like a Mountain Bike.
By changing tires, handlebars and shifting and braking controls, your dealer can alter a Cross Bike’s performance range to favor either paved road
performance or dirt road performance, to suit your intended use.
The City Bike, also often called a Cruiser or Comfort Bike, is designed for comfortable, low-
maintenance, casual riding. It is often equipped with three, five, seven or more gears which are
housed in the rear wheel hub. Its frame is designed for comfort rather than for high performance,
and its fat tires are designed for solid, rather than loose, surfaces. It is ideal for around town, for
gently rolling or flat rural roads, for a ride around the park, or for a quick trip to the store.
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