Road Bikes in Lindsay, Kawartha Lakes

Our state-of-the-art road bikes (otherwise known as racing bikes!) will get you from point A to B with ease. Whether you’re in the market for a road bike because you enjoy taking fast rides down the local bike trail or you want an eco-friendly way to get to work, we have an option that will perfectly meet your needs.

 

Anatomy of a Road Bike

With low handlebars and sleek frames, these bikes are built for speed. The frameset is typically compact, with a curved top tube, and is composed of hardy aluminum, carbon, or steel. Drop handlebars help with the aerodynamics of the bike and also provide flexibility when it comes to rider positioning. Compared with many other bikes, the road bike has narrow tires (although this is slowly changing in favor of wider tires) and slick treads.

 

Who Are Road Bikes For? 

1. Speed Demons: If you’re in the market for a fast ride, road bikes will be your best bet. Their sleek design allows them to pull ahead of bulkier machines such as mountain bikes. 

 

If you find the speed a little eye-watering, don’t worry: we also offer protective eyewear.

 

1. City-Dwellers/Commuters: These bikes will get you from point A to point B quickly, often beating traffic in congested areas. You will, however, need to travel light, as most models aren’t built to accommodate heavy loads.
   
2. Fitness Fiends: These bikes offer a fun way to get some exercise. Your workout will fly by, as will the scenery around you. 

 

Limitations of Road Bikes

As fun and fast as road bikes are, they aren’t for every rider. Their superior performance is limited to smooth surfaces like asphalt and concrete, so they aren’t the best choice if you intend on off-roading or taking a joy ride through rocky terrain. Due to its slim saddle, road bikes also tend to be less comfortable. 

 

Taking the Next Step

Convinced a road bike is the right choice for you? You still have one more big decision to make before choosing a specific model!

A variety of bikes fall under the ‘road bike’ umbrella: endurance bikes, aero bikes, lightweight bikes, commuter bikes, and gravel bikes are just a few you may be interested in. We’ll guide you through the specifics of each so you can purchase a bike that perfectly meets your needs. Planning on taking a bike ride on terrain that isn’t completely smooth? A gravel bike will be your best bet. Want the speed but don’t want to compromise on comfort? In that case, you should be looking at endurance bikes. Planning on participating in some races? You’ll need - you guessed it - a race bike.

While every road bike will have you flying by at impressive speeds, some are better than others at certain tasks. We’ll take the time to understand your needs so we can provide you with helpful and accurate suggestions.

 

Choosing the Bike Garage

We know it can be hard navigating a bike purchase when there are so many options out there. At The Bike Garage, we’re more than happy to share our knowledge and expertise so you can take home a bike that exceeds your expectations. Visit us in store to speak with one of our team members!