Use this objective process to find the besst cycling value that meets your wants & needs in five simple steps...

1. Decide how you want to ride. This will help you identify the kind of bike you want to ride. Will you be riding on paved roads, gravel bike paths or steep rocky trails? This will help determine the style of bike designed to meet your riding needs. Comfort, mountain bike, touring bike or road bike.
2. The right frame is the most important component of your bike for proper fit. 70% of how a bike rides is determined by the frame, how it's crafted can have a huge effect on your bikes handling, comfort and efficiency.
3. Compare the specs. After the bike frame, evaluate its wheels, suspension, and drivetrain components. Decide what level of components and suspension you are looking for to meet your needs. Get the right fit. Make sure the bike you select is the right size and properly adjusted for optimum performance and comfort. There are many ways to adjust a bike for individual needs and comfort. By changing the stem and moving the saddle forward or back, a greater level of comfort can be achieved. And’Ķ let us not forget the bike's appearance. Although this should be a secondary consideration, the bikes color and appearance do factor into purchasing the right bike.
4. How much ($) do you want to budget for your new bike? Determining how much money you want to spend will direct you towards the level of components and frame material that fits your budget. Every bike manufacturer will have several models at any particular price point. Don't forget to include room for the right accessories in your budget. There's more to cycling than the bike. Find out what accessories you need for maximum performance, comfort, and safe fun cycling. Helmets, Bike Shorts, Water Bottles, Flat Packs, Bike Gloves, Pumps, Bike Lube and more can add to your level of cycling enjoyment