How to Select the Right Bike Type
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Youth
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Road
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All-Trerrain
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A child’s first bike – these 12", 16" and 20" wheel bikes are great for beginner riders.
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Once referred to as “10-speeds,” road bikes are designed for use on hard surfaces and have skinny tires, lightweight frames and wide gearing ranges. Road bikes are the most efficient bicycles. | The hardtail mountain bike is ideal for general trail and path riding thanks to it’s lightweight, simple construction. The full suspension mountain bike is perfect for more aggressive, off-road riding adventures. 24" and 26" wheel bikes. |
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Comfort
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Cruiser
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BMX
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| All-terrain bikes with ergonomically-superior upright riding positions, suspension forks, soft grips, cushy saddles and wide-range gearing. 26" wheel bikes. | Classic styling, fat tires and general simplicity set these bikes apart from others. Cruisers offer wide saddles, upright riding positions and wide swept-back handlebars. | Smaller, single-speed bikes made for people of all ages who enjoy riding, jumping or racing on dirt or smooth surfaces. Freestyle bikes feature a brake cable detangler for wheel spins and other tricks. 20" wheel bikes. |