We source high-quality bikes from the manufacturer, cut out the middlemen, and pass on the savings to you – where they belong. Add to that our free, fast delivery and local support and you can rest assured knowing you are getting the best deal on your new bike. For more than 125 years, Schwinn has been giving people the joy and freedom to get out and enjoy the ride. We bike for the fun of it… so hop on, pedal fast, and come ride with us. In 1985, Georgena Terry started the first women-specific bicycle company. Her designs featured frame geometry and wheel sizes chosen to better fit women, with shorter top tubes and more suitable reach.
The Tallboy cuts a whole new swath across the trail bike landscape. The Santa Cruz Tallboy Aluminum R muddles the line between XC and trail with 110mm of rear wheel travel paired with a 120mm Fox Rhythm 34 fork. The aluminum frame delivers outstanding stiffness and low weight while keeping the price range accessible to more riders. Fast-rolling WTB ST i29 29er rims are wrapped in front- and rear-specific Maxxis tires selected to maximize speed and control.
Some students who commute several miles drive a car from home to a campus parking lot, then ride a bicycle to class. Folding bicycles are useful in these scenarios, as they are less cumbersome when carried aboard. Los Angeles removed a small amount of seating on some trains to make more room for bicycles and wheel chairs. There are specialized bicycle tools for use both in the shop and on the road.
Virtually all professional racing mongoose bicycles now use carbon fibre frames, as they have the best strength to weight ratio. A typical modern carbon fiber frame can weighs less than 1 kilogram (2.2 lb). This design, referred to as a step-through frame or as an open frame, allows the rider to mount and dismount in a dignified way while wearing a skirt or dress. The ease of stepping through is also appreciated by those with limited flexibility or other joint problems. Because of its persistent image as a “women’s” bicycle, step-through frames are not common for larger frames. The term “city bike” doesn’t really refer to a specific category of bikes; it’s more of a general descriptive term.
The “dandy horse”, also called Draisienne or Laufmaschine, was the first human means of transport to use only two wheels in tandem and was invented by the German Baron Karl von Drais. It is regarded as the first bicycle, but it did not have huffy beach cruiser pedals; Drais introduced it to the public in Mannheim in 1817 and in Paris in 1818. Its rider sat astride a wooden frame supported by two in-line wheels and pushed the vehicle along with his or her feet while steering the front wheel.
Young ones are delighted to hop on, thanks to friendly geometry, low stand-over height, and stability that reinforce a positive learning environment. Safe Liv’s purpose driven design gives her a comfortable frame geometry with low stand-over height for easy maneuvering and reliable hand brakes that safely slow and stop. Empowering A 50mm front suspension fork on select models and off-road tires create traction and smooth out bumps on a confidence-inspiring mongoose bicycles ride. Comfort and Control A comfortable, lightweight ALUXX-Grade aluminum frame design with an upright riding position and twist shifters inspire girls to learn to mountain bike. From family rides to school commutes, Alight 24 turns everyday rides into big adventures. Safe and Secure An upright position and flat handlebar lets her find balance and stability, while hand brakes provide reliable slowing and stopping power.
This versatile aluminum road bike blends agility and comfort. So you can push the pace, ride more miles, and have more fun on the road. Designed and developed for aspiring riders looking to elevate their experience on the road, Contend offers responsive acceleration and a more endurance-oriented rider position. A 27.2mm seatpost helps reduce road shocks and vibrations, and there’s enough frame and fork clearance to run wider tires to further smooth out the ride. Engineered and built in Giant’s industry-leading aluminum forging facility, it’s a true all-rounder for ambitious road riders. Stretching its legs to a full 150mm of VPP travel, the Hightower LT was created to the meet demands of the Santa Cruz Enduro World Series race team and designed for maximum speed in big terrain.
SB130 C-SERIES LG TURQ CLR FACTORY AXS 2 – In Stock NOW ! THE REBEL YELL OF THE MIDDLE CHILD. FED A STEADY DIET OF SUPER-TECH CLIMBS. THE SB130 WAS BUILT TO CRUSH THE BIGGEST TERRAIN. NO TRAIL “TOO” ANYTHING. POINT IT UP OR DOWN. ENTER A LAST-MINUTE ENDURO JUST FOR THE EFF OF IT. WE SAY NO ONE BIKE CAN RULE ALL. BUT THE SB130? With our premium frame materials and the finest selection of components, this is smoothest-riding road racing bike in the world, built for the most demanding cyclists.
More than 1 billion bicycles have been manufactured worldwide as of the early 21st century. The next most numerous vehicle, the Honda Super Cub motorcycle, has more than 100 million units made, while most produced car, the Toyota Corolla, has reached 44 million and counting. 1886 Rover safety bicycle at the British Motor Museum. The first modern bicycle, it featured a rear-wheel-drive, chain-driven cycle with two similar-sized wheels.
The latest iteration nudged the travel and geometry further towards the outer limits, and Santa Cruz surprised themselves at just how well-rounded it turned out. The fourth generation design saw a dramatic shift to the lower-link mounted shock configuration. To handle all this newfound capability, the geometry was adapted too.