A strong half of humanity pays closer attention to the small nuances of the acquired equipment. To buy a bicycle was a real holiday, not overshadowed by numerous troubles, it must be carefully prepared. After all, before choosing a bicycle for men you need to clearly understand what exactly is expected from this purchase, and what purposes it will serve.
The road, the road ...
And maybe off-road. To answer the question of which bicycle should be chosen for a man, you need to determine the style of driving and the terrain where it will pass. If it is planned to engage in extreme sports such as downhill or cross country, it is natural to purchase a mountain bike with increased strength.
Mountain bike is also suitable for those who like long trips on rough terrain. After all, thanks to a solid frame, the bicycle can withstand a heavy load of luggage, and wide protectors ensure reliable grip with any route.
If you plan a measured walk around the city, a leisurely trip to work in the summer on an asphalt track, then the choice is unambiguous - it's a man's city bike. Well, beginner extremals will require specialized bikes for trial training so-called BMX, designed specifically for tricks, but on the road they are far from leaving.
The difference between a male and female bicycle
For many, this difference is not a difference at all, as women often ride a male frame and feel great at the same time. But still the phrase "female bicycle" implies an understated upper tube tube, which makes it easy to get on the bike, and it's just as easy to jump off from it in case of emergency braking. This is especially true for low-growth women.
In addition to the differences in the geometry of the frame, men's bikes are characterized by a restrained coloring, although aesthetes can afford bright, conspicuous colors. But these are all minor details, because there are no fundamental differences, and there is no difference in functionality between the male and female bicycles.
Hardtail, double-wishbone or hard fork?
The question of how to choose a men's bike will be open until the question of depreciation is clarified. If the choice is made in favor of a highway or city bicycle, then the fork on this will be tough, because there is no need for good depreciation on the asphalt. If it's a mountain bike, you should definitely choose a quality fork with at least an air shock absorber that has a stroke of at least 80 cm. But two-pendant bicycles will have a soft stroke, if you buy a brand model, because inexpensive analogues of rear shock absorbers are often are fakes and in addition to their worthlessness they also weigh heavily on the already difficult bicycle. The choice of a conventional two-suspension will be justified in case the rider's weight exceeds 100-120 kg.
Aluminum or steel?
When a man buys a bicycle for rare walks or does not want to spend a lot of money on an iron horse, the steel frame is a great option. It has a huge safety margin on any road, is not afraid of impacts and other damages, but is not resistant to corrosion. Aluminum frame, which has a slightly higher price for 5-8 kg is lighter, which is important for long bike rides, and also during the transportation of a bicycle along the stairs of high-rise buildings.
And for those who are banned from heavy loads or
Buying a bicycle for a man, we should not forget about the size of the frame, which must certainly fit the rider's growth. If you stand on straight legs above the frame, there should be at least 5-10 cm between it and the crotch. Only in this case will the risk of injury be minimal, and riding a bike that is suitable for growth will be a pleasure.