For many cyclists around the world the city streets sing a siren song and people from all walks of life are drawn in and take to them as a commuting public.
If you’ve committed to cycling to work or even just riding around town more, picking the best bike for the job is going to maximize comfort, safety and fun factor.
In this video we are going to be talking about the 5 things to look for when you are getting an urban commuter bike.
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Also a 21 speed to go uphills and larger wheels for bumps and long distances
Best tip: your bike will get stolen don’t spend to much
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UD65DPEl3A
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The City needs full suspension MTB
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That bike is NOT a commute bike at all! No dirt fenders?!? What the heck!? No back rack? How are you going to transport groceries, folders, your laptop computer…?
Also: Sure, you need a nice saddle – but what makes a nice saddle? No information provided other than it needs not be a slim road race saddle. Like d'uh! -> The most important bit about a good saddle is that it has the correct width for your individual anatomy – the distance between your seat bones. Have that measured, buy a saddle of that width, and you'll be a happy commuter.
What about GEARS? The smart commute bike comes with simple, robust gearing. No need for 27 speeds – 7 are more than plenty, depending on local terrain 3 might suffice, in both of which cases you can get a bike with hub gear – practically maintenance-free, protected from the elements.
A commute bike is one that you will likely have to leave unattended in some public or semi-public spaces frequently and for extended periods of time, so a good LOCK is indispensable. One with a good gauge and long enough chain or cable to attach to a fixed post.
A smart idea is also to avoid fast-lock type wheels – anything that you can detach from your bike without tools within seconds, an opportunistic thief can also remove within seconds without tools.
And finally: Basic safety. You present there a bike entirely without light and reflectors? Seriously?!?!
Hi, what brand and what model is this bike please
Pro tip : put Tissues in gloves to reduce bump on hand
I'm 62 years old. New to bicycle commuting. Wish I would have started this 50 years ago.
Who else is here because of gas prices?
Also, choose a bike that comes with a naked blonde woman.
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Thank you
Wow you looked young in this video bud. 🤟😝🤟
Thanks for sharing, great video 🙏
Rigid fork with fatter tires rather than a cheap suspension fork is one of the best choices you can make
Which bike is in n the video? The green one.
What type of bike the demo guy use there? Is that consider as road bike or?
I’m sick of walking to campus I rather bike
super helpful
Did he just call a bike seat a "saddle" ?!
a perfect video ?
What brand of bike is that please?
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What’s this bikes name?
Gravel or a full rigid mtb are good options. Unless the roads you’re go to ride on are silky smooth, I would advise against a road bike. Those skinny wheels aren’t very comfortable. Especially if you hit a pot hole.
Also, you don’t have to give up your car. Many people seem to be under the impression they have to get rid but you can still use the car for other things but cycle to work.
A commuter bike without a rack/pannier to hold your backpack would be pretty bad.
Commuter Bike made from an old school Shimano Marvil: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odCTVXRywV8&list=PLO4qLn1q7vHlGttfmW3kXsRQdVPAWmHNp&index=8
My rim brakes have never worn out my rims
mostly good stuff, but rim brakes > disc brakes. less weight, less complexity, perfectly sufficient braking power unless you're doing a lot of fast cycling in the rain
Brother can you please give one of your cycle , you have too many 🙏🏼
What’s the bike on the bottom left of the wall ?