We're your Toronto bike shop and we're excited to help you find a bike you love! Hybrid bikes are great for all kinds of riding. They make perfect commuters and around town bikes, and they are usually more upright and comfortable than road and fitness bikes. They typically have tires that are good for both pavement and hard packed dirt roads. Shop All Hybrid Bikes. Fitness bikes are essentially flat bar road bikes that are built to be light and quick. They usually have thinner tires for better speed and they're perfect for getting in a workout.
That being said, you can absolutely still use them as a solid commuter. Shop All Fitness Bikes. Shop All Road Bikes. Performance road bikes are all about speed. These are the fastest road bikes you'll find in our stores and if you want to step up your game on group rides and races you should check these models out.
Gravel bikes are a fun, versatile category of road bikes with wider tires so you can tackle pavement and dirt roads with equal capability. If you want to ride the road less traveled check out our gravel bikes. Touring bikes are made to take you and your gear on adventures near and far. They are durable models that are tough enough to handle wherever you decide to explore.
It's important to note that women don't have to ride women specific bikes. Ladies can ride whatever bike fits them using the same size charts as men. Whether buying for a child or adult, there are various ways to measure bike-size without the need to go in store, these will be covered below.
Depending on the kind of bike you ride or want to ride, will determine your size along with your riding style. For example, mountain biking is a lot more aggressive than road biking and may require a smaller sized bike to make it more maneuverable through different terrains and obstacles, whereas a cross-country racing bike may be sized slightly larger to allow more speed to be generated.
Measuring bike frame size by height could never be easier. Simply stand up straight against a wall, shoes off, legs together, shoulders back whilst somebody marks with a pencil the top of your head. Your height is used to match bike frame size along with inseam size. Inseam size will be discussed below. Inseam size is often regarded as one of the most important factors when choosing a frame size. Inseam is simply the measurement from the floor to the highest possible crotch position measured in cm.
Measuring the inseam can be done relatively easily, requiring only 2 people and a book only taking a fraction of time. To begin:. Alternatively, if visiting a store and receiving a professional bike-fit this will be done for you. This is recommended if you do not feel comfortable measuring the inseam or your bike fit size yourself.
Below is a list of different bike size charts depending on the type of bike you are looking to purchase. It is important to use the correct chart based on bike type and gender to ensure the perfect fit. Alternatively, skip ahead and use the bike size calculator to find the right size and type of bike for you. This will ensure a comfortable and optimal fit to enhance your cycling experience. Height cm. Super Light Frames. Mountain Bike Frames. Carbon Bike Handlebars.
A good bike fit is the difference between discomfort, pain, and injuries, or having a blast on your new ride. Trying out all the different sizes and options is not always an option and certainly impractical. So to avoid this, we were blessed with online tools. There are many types of bikes: mountain bikes, road bikes, city bikes, gravel bikes , etc. Depending on your activity the ideal frame size varies for the same person.
While there is no real substitute for a professional bike fit, this calculator can get you very close in a matter of seconds. All you need to do input your measurements height and inseam , and your type of bike, and the calculator will tell you what size you should be looking for and the range of possible options.
If you are still confused about what bike size should you choose. Second, input your personal information. You will get a detailed report for the bike size you need, includes frame size in centimeters and inches and crank size.
Easy, right? Smaller wheeled bikes are lighter and easier to handle for smaller children, but will become cramped and difficult to ride as they grow. Kids' bikes are available with wheel sizes ranging from 12 inch balance bikes up to 24 or 26 inch junior bikes. Road bike sizing is arguably more important than any other type of bicycle. Almost all your time will be spent sat in the saddle of a road bike, so your riding position will not only contribute to your comfort, but also your performance.
Road bike sizes are typically given in cm and are sized using a combination of your height and inside leg measurement. Road bike sizing will vary between different manufacturers so if you are unsure which size would be best suited to you, please feel free to call us on , or use our Live Help service. Mountain bikes have smaller frames than road bikes, which allows the rider to move around more on the bike to help negotiate the challenging terrain. Compared to a road bike, your seating position on an MTB will be more upright, with your arms spaced wider apart and weight positioned further back.
The tables above are intended as a general guide only. Your riding style and personal opinion can have an effect on your choice of bike size. As is the case with your helmet, riding shoes and riding apparel, you want to make sure that your bike is the right size for you.
Not only will the right size bike offer the most comfortable ride, it will also let you get the best performance out of your bike.
The last thing you want while riding is bumping your knees on the handlebars because your bike is undersized, or not being able to pedal smoothly because your bike is a bit too big.
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