Which bike should I buy? Choosing an urban bike

Are you looking for a bike to move around the city? More and more of us are choosing the bicycle as a means of urban transportation. It is an ecological, comfortable and economical means of transport that brings flexibility to your routine.

Cities are increasingly adapted to accommodate those who choose to travel by bike, so choosing this option is very simple. We could say that today, cycling is a lifestyle that combines environmental and personal benefits.

But... which bike to buy? Depending on your needs and preferences you can choose one urban bike or another, today we are going to talk about them to make it easier for you to choose.

 

 

Bicycle for touring

The touring bikes are simple models with a design intended for city commuting.

They are characterized by a high and curved handlebar, which together with the geometry of the frame helps to have a comfortable position, since they allow to have an upright posture. The shape of the frame is usually curved to facilitate the ascent and descent, and they do not require great maintenance because their use is simple. In addition, this type of bicycles can have gear changes or not, depending on the model we choose.

Momabikes offers the City Classic touring bike with basket and the Holanda touring bike.

 

 

Trekking or hybrid bicycle

Trekking bikes are suitable for both city and weekend excursions in the countryside. 

These bikes are characterized by being a mix between mountain bikes and touring bikes. With it we will have the comfort of the touring bikes and the versatility to ride on dirt roads. 

These models have wider tires and a large number of gears, Momabikes models have a minimum of 18 gears. In addition, the riding position is less upright than on touring bikes, which makes pedaling more agile and effective.

Trekking bikes are an all in one; city and nature, tranquility and risk. They allow you to pedal on dirt, mountain or asphalt safely and carrying what you need, since you can add accessories such as backpacks and saddlebags.

At Momabikes our trekking bikes are prepared to boost your speed even in the most difficult terrain.

 

 

 

Folding bicycle

Folding bikes are the most suitable if you have little storage space or combine cycling with public transport. In addition, it is ideal to bring it up to the office and not leave it on the street.

This type of bike folds in the middle of the frame, the handlebars and in some cases also the seat post thanks to a hinge arrangement that allows it. They usually have small wheels, which makes these models ideal for short distances. In addition, they usually have mudguards, reflectors and lights.

Undoubtedly, they are one of the best options if your goal is to get around the city efficiently, since they take up little space and are easily combined with other means of transportation. Practical, compact and easy to fold and store, with a lower weight than conventional bikes.

Now that you know that a folding bike is for you, we want to give you one last piece of advice: if your main use is for short trips and short rides around the city, your ideal bike is a small and slim one. On the other hand, if you're going on longer trips, you'll need a bike with bigger and sturdier wheels.

 

 

Electric bicycle

Finally, among the urban bicycles we find the E-BIKE. This type of bicycle incorporates an electric motor, which helps the pedaling exerted by the rider. Therefore, this bike is ideal if you are looking to get around by bike with less effort, but you should keep in mind that the maximum speed you can reach with it is limited to 25km/h.

At Momabikes you can find touring e-bikes and folding e-bikes!

 

Finally, two factors that you can take into account if you live in a city with a lot of slope is that the bikes with a gear will make the journey easier and as for the wheels; the wider they are, the more you will advance with the same pedaling.

 

Undoubtedly, there are many advantages offered by urban bikes; savings in gasoline and public transport, no dependence on external schedules, they are easily adaptable to carry the little ones, and they are prepared to ride them around the city, being able to add a multitude of accessories to make life easier according to personal needs.

 

Already know which urban bike is perfect for you?

 

 

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