| The name of the bike is revealing. Comfort bikes are | | | | bike must allow the rider to sit up straight so that |
| the result of a happy union between a mountain bike | | | | maximum weight is taken through the saddle and there |
| and a road bike. This bike is a cross between the two | | | | is relatively less weight on the arms. This protects the |
| and is basically meant to give the rider a comfortable | | | | back and ensures great comfort. |
| ride through open cycle lanes. The operative word is | | | | Also, the frame of the bike must be low enough to |
| comfort. | | | | allow riders to plant their feet on the ground even |
| So, how are comfort bikes different? Although the | | | | when they are seated. This makes it very easy to get |
| concept of comfort bicycles first came up in the 1990s, | | | | on or off the bike. A low slung bike is an excellent buy |
| the latest generation of comfort bikes are quite | | | | for those people who suffer from neck or back |
| different because thy make use of highly innovative | | | | injuries and those who cannot use traditional road |
| materials and technical systems. This makes it possible | | | | bikes, for whatever reason. Buying the right kind of |
| for riders to enjoy a truly comfortable ride, much more | | | | bike will ensure stability, balance and comfort. |
| so than before. | | | | Comfort bicycles are fitted with tires that are larger in |
| Since people who buy comfort bicycles are looking for | | | | diameter. For example, most popular comfort bikes |
| a hassle free ride around town, in the campus or the | | | | have a wheel diameter of 26" - that's equal to the |
| city, the first things you need to check out are the | | | | diameter of a mountain bike. Large wheels add to rider |
| attachments. Ideally, the best comfort bike should have | | | | comfort. Other features like suspension forks are also |
| front and rear lights and carrier racks. You want the | | | | provided to maximize rider comfort. |
| bike to carry everything for you without hampering | | | | These days, comfort bicycles also have gears. These |
| your style or rider comfort. | | | | gears help the rider maneuver all kinds of terrain with a |
| The second aspect is the design of the bike. Since | | | | lot of ease and complete balance. Comfort bikes may |
| comfort bikes offer maximum rider comfort, and the | | | | not breathe the fire and fury of mountain bikes or |
| first requirement for maximum comfort is rider position, | | | | speed cruisers, but they do have a gentle charm that |
| buyers must pay special attention to this. Ideally, the | | | | makes biking a pleasure. |