The Basics of Biking There is no best bicycle - it depends wholly on what you intend to do with it.  And we take the responsibility of finding the right bike for your needs and physical conditions very seriously.  Our reputation depends on your enjoyment, and our policies are in place to retain your loyalty for life.

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Things you should ask yourself:

1. What are you primarily interests: fitness, commuting, adventure, family fun?  Consider also what your friends and family are riding, and what they enjoy.
2. Consider your riding style and body type.  The more aggressive and/or bigger you are, the more durable the bicycle components need to be. 
3. Consider your budget, keeping in mind the following: 
   • Include in your budget the essential accessories you'll need.  A helmet, hydration, flat repair kit, these are not trivial add-ons.  Think skiing without a jacket and goggles.
   • How long do you want this bike to last, and how hard are you on your stuff?  Money spent on better components now is much cheaper than buying better upgrades later.

Things you should know about bicycles:

1. Bicycles nowadays are highly specialized for different riding
2. How many different sized shoes can you fit?  That's about how many different sized bicycles you can fit.  Never compromise the fit of the bicycle for anything.  Ever.
3. A better quality bicycle will perform better in both the short-term and long-term.  Then again, some buy a cheap car and splurge on expensive jeans.  Your own needs dictate what quality is good for you. 

 Frame Fit Guidelines:

1. If you have long arms or torso, you may need a longer toptube to get a comfortable reach.  Therefore, you may have to get a longer stem or even a size larger frame.
2. If you have long legs and a short torso (common in many women), you may need a shorter toptube.  A woman-specific frame is ideal to get the proper fitting.
3. The more aggressive a rider you are, the smaller the frame you'll need for better control, safety, and to better attack the hills and town line sprints.   

Pricing Guidelines:

1. Don't blow your entire riding budget on the bicycle - there's essential accessories you'll need to keep you riding for the long-term.  Look to spend $100 - $300 for accessories if you are starting from scratch.
2. Better parts do matter: they last longer, are machined smoother, and are lighter.  If you'll be riding often (fitness, commuting), attacking a lot of hills or sprints, or are a heavier rider, you'll need a higher quality drivetrain and wheelset.