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This category focuses on bicycles, bicycle parts, accessories, and supplies, along with the manufacturers and retailers who make them available to the public.

Bicycles are also known as bikes, pedal bikes, or pedal cycles. They are human-powered, usually pedal-driven, single-track vehicles with two wheels attached to a frame, one behind the other. A bicycle rider is called a cyclist or a bicyclist.

While e-bike hybrids, which may be pedal-driven or powered by an electric motor, are bicycles, we have a separate category for E-Bikes that will include hybrids and fully electric cycles, however many wheels they may have. Hybrid electric-pedal bicycles could be listed in either or both categories.

Bicycles come in various types, each designed for specific purposes or budgets. Some types of bicycles include road bikes, gravel bikes, mountain bikes, touring bikes, cyclocross bikes, BMX bikes, folding bikes, recumbent bikes, and fat bikes, although there are others.

Road bikes are designed for speed and long-distance riding on paved roads. They tend to have lightweight frames, thin tires, and drop handlebars. A wide range of road bikes are designed for various budgets and purposes.

Gravel bikes, including gravel roads and trails, are intended for mixed-surface riding. They feature drop handlebars, robust frames, and wider tires than road bikes.

Mountain bikes are designed for off-road trails and rough terrain, so they will have sturdy frames, wide knobby tires, and good suspension systems.

Touring bikes are built for long-distance travel and carrying heavy loads. They feature durable frames, multiple rack mounting points, and a comfortable build.

Cyclorcross bikes are designed for cyclocross racing, which involves mixed terrains and obstacles. They are similar to road bikes but with wider tires and higher clearance for mud and debris.

BMX bikes are built for stunts, tricks, and racing on dirt tracks. They feature small frames, 20-inch wheels, and reinforced construction.

Folding bikes are designed for easy storage and transport. They feature folding hinges and locks and are compact when folded. They are ideal for commuting, traveling, and urban riding with limited storage space.

Recumbant bikes offer a reclined riding position for comfort. They have extended frames, a recumbent seat, and foot pedals in front of the rider.

Fat bikes are made for riding on soft terrain, like snow, sand, and mud, so they will have extra wide tires, robust frames, and lower tire pressure for better traction.

These are just a few of the many types of bicycles available.

Besides the bicycles themselves, the biking industry includes a broader range of equipment, such as after-market and replacement parts, accessories, and supplies.

Bicycle equipment includes essential components such as frames, forks, wheels, gears, and brakes.

After-market parts are components designed to replace or upgrade original equipment. They may range from simple accessories like water bottle cages and bike lights to complex components like gear systems and suspension forks.

Replacement parts are essential for maintaining and repairing bicycles. These parts may include tires, tubes, chains, and brake pads.

Bicycle accessories include bike bags, locks, helmets, clothing, and other products designed to enhance the comfort, safety, and convenience of cycling.

Several prominent manufacturers and retailers specialize in bicycles and bicycling products, and their websites are appropriate resources for this category, along with bicycle review sites, product comparison sites, and other sites focused on bicycles, bicycle parts, and accessories.

 

 

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