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Jimellow · 04-07-2009, 07:32 PM

After some thought and discussion with friends, I've decided that I am likely going to purchase a hybrid bicycle in the near future. I have another thread focused primarily on road cycling, and given that it's over two years old and not quite relevant, I wanted to create a more fitting one here.

My main question/concern is in regards to hybrid bike brands, and which companies and models are generally considered to be the best in their class?

As for how much I'd like to spend.. I'm not entirely sure. What price range do hybrid bikes generally fall into? I'd be looking to buy a well made and reliable bike, but am not familiar with how much that is going to cost me. If it came to spending less or more, I'd be willing to spend more if it was justfiable and worth it.

Beyond that, the more general question I have is what hybrid bicycles can be used for. I read the Wikipedia article on them, but was hoping for some further clarification. I generally enjoy riding on the road, but friends are into trails and mountain bike-type environments; nothing to crazy, but definitely off road. Would a hybrid bike be suitable for this type of riding as well?

Lastly, do hybrid bikes have different sizes, or is it more of a "one size fits all" setup? I am a taller guy, and actually felt the road bicycles could be more comfortable due to me being able to lean over and not have as much of my torso upright; though that might not even be a legitimate solution, as I've sat on Kawasaki Ninja motorcycles that were not comfortable, due to too much leaning.

Bonus question: Can hybrid bicycles be ridden for long periods of time comfortably? When I do things, I tend to do them for a long time, and ideally a hybrid bicycle will allow me to be comfortable if I opt to ride for a few hours.

In general, I'd appreciate any and all comments you might have in regards to hybrid bicycles and bicycling. I am really excited to get a bicycle and go riding on a daily basis, but I want to make sure I approach things in the right manner instead of rushing out and making a bad purchase.

04-07-2009, 07:32 PM	#1 (permalink)
Jimellow Junkie	Hybrid bicycles? After some thought and discussion with friends, I've decided that I am likely going to purchase a hybrid bicycle in the near future. I have another thread focused primarily on road cycling, and given that it's over two years old and not quite relevant, I wanted to create a more fitting one here. My main question/concern is in regards to hybrid bike brands, and which companies and models are generally considered to be the best in their class? As for how much I'd like to spend.. I'm not entirely sure. What price range do hybrid bikes generally fall into? I'd be looking to buy a well made and reliable bike, but am not familiar with how much that is going to cost me. If it came to spending less or more, I'd be willing to spend more if it was justfiable and worth it. Beyond that, the more general question I have is what hybrid bicycles can be used for. I read the Wikipedia article on them, but was hoping for some further clarification. I generally enjoy riding on the road, but friends are into trails and mountain bike-type environments; nothing to crazy, but definitely off road. Would a hybrid bike be suitable for this type of riding as well? Lastly, do hybrid bikes have different sizes, or is it more of a "one size fits all" setup? I am a taller guy, and actually felt the road bicycles could be more comfortable due to me being able to lean over and not have as much of my torso upright; though that might not even be a legitimate solution, as I've sat on Kawasaki Ninja motorcycles that were not comfortable, due to too much leaning. Bonus question: Can hybrid bicycles be ridden for long periods of time comfortably? When I do things, I tend to do them for a long time, and ideally a hybrid bicycle will allow me to be comfortable if I opt to ride for a few hours. In general, I'd appreciate any and all comments you might have in regards to hybrid bicycles and bicycling. I am really excited to get a bicycle and go riding on a daily basis, but I want to make sure I approach things in the right manner instead of rushing out and making a bad purchase. __________________ Desperation is no excuse for lowering one's standards.