What kind of bicycle is good for exercise?

Nowadays, more and more people are keen on sports, which is very good for physical health. Cycling is currently the most popular fitness exercise. It not only can exercise people's physical health very well, but also will not produce pollution, which is good for the body and mind. But there are many types of bicycles now, and no one knows how to choose. So, what kind of bicycle is good for exercise?

The main things to consider when choosing a bicycle are whether it has a good frame, whether it is made up of good parts, and whether the assembly technology is good. Only when these three factors are scientifically combined can it be considered a good bicycle.

1. Frame

1. What is a bicycle frame? A bicycle frame is equivalent to a human skeleton. Only with a bicycle frame can various bicycle parts be installed. The frame is made of materials such as iron and aluminum alloy, and the angle formed by the length of the pipes affects the overall characteristics of the bicycle. For example, a bike that rides better in a straight line, a bike that turns easily, a bike that is comfortable to ride, etc., many of these factors are determined by the frame.

2. What makes a good frame? Lightness, strength, and good elasticity are among the goals pursued by the frame. In order to achieve this goal, the craftsmanship of each frame manufacturer also depends on it. For example, whether the designed frame is designed according to the strength and characteristics of the material, and whether the welding process is mature. These all directly affect the appearance, strength and elasticity of the frame. Another important thing is painting. A good frame should be painted evenly and with 3-4 layers of paint. Don't underestimate spray paint. Good spray paint can make the bicycle easy to maintain and less likely to rust. If a frame that does not meet the above requirements is used to assemble a bicycle, it is possible that a bicycle that cannot be ridden in a straight line or is difficult to turn, or a bicycle that deteriorates quickly, will be produced.

3. What materials does the frame consist of? The most common one is iron frame, but iron frame can also be divided into chromium-molybdenum steel, high-strength steel, ordinary steel, etc. Other components are added to the iron. After adding these other components, it can be made into, for example, thinner pipes, making the overall frame lighter. Recently, without reducing strength, frames using materials other than iron, such as aluminum alloys, have emerged. Titanium and carbon fiber frames are used in bicycle competitions.

2. Parts

1. What are bicycle parts? The various parts installed on the frame have their own functions. For example, the brakes are used to stop the bicycle safely; the pedals are used to transmit power to the wheels, etc. Specialized factories that produce and sell these parts are called bicycle parts manufacturers. Famous parts manufacturers develop new products every year, which are then provided to major bicycle manufacturers and then appear on the market.

2. What are the best bicycle parts? Simply put, they should be light, strong, and have good performance. Because of these conditions, riding a bicycle is easy, safe and convenient. But to achieve all of the above conditions, good materials are needed. Therefore, bicycle parts are often a specific factor that affects the price of a bicycle. The best are the parts that can compete in Olympic bicycle competitions. The best materials are used in terms of both strength and weight.

3. Assembly Technology

1. Assembly technology. If good parts are not assembled properly, it will be like a house that has neither been carefully designed by an architect nor built by experienced craftsmen. It will make you nervous all day long, fearing that it will collapse. So, if you don’t want to regret it after buying it, you should understand this knowledge.

2. Comfort features of bicycles

A. Transmission

Many people mistakenly believe that bicycles are equipped with transmissions to increase riding speed. In fact, the maximum force a person can exert is only 0.4 horsepower. The transmission is just a tool to help people easily unleash this maximum horsepower.

B.What are the benefits of a transmission?

Bicycles are generally used in cities, where there are actually many slopes. For example, sometimes when you are riding a bike you may feel your pedals suddenly become heavy, and there are often many slopes that you cannot judge with your eyes. At this time, the role of the transmission can be fully reflected. If there is a transmission, you can ride easily and freely as long as you can switch to a lighter gear. Of course, it can also be used in headwind situations.

The advantage of the transmission is that it can help you effectively reduce your physical energy consumption when you are in poor physical condition. For example, when you have a cold, you should not exert too much physical energy, so if you choose a lighter gear when riding a bike, it will be easier to ride. Women who are in poor health, students who are tired from taking exams, and older people can all use speed-shifted bicycles flexibly. So there are indeed too many advantages of a gearbox.

C. In the past, the speed change system required fine-tuning (some speed change bicycles still need fine-tuning now), but with the successful development of the SIS (SHIMANO INDEX SYSTEM) function, many bicycles are equipped with the SIS system. When changing speed, just press the shift lever to complete the speed change with a "click" sound, so you no longer have to worry about how to operate it.

D. Don’t know which gear you are in while riding?

Nowadays, there are digital displays on the gear shift handles. You only need to look at the digital display. The latest products also have the FLIGHT DECK electronic display system that uses a computer LCD display. This display system can also display 17 functions including time, average speed, total riding distance, etc.

E. Internal and external speed change

Before understanding them, it is necessary to know the concepts of internal and external gear shifting. Simply put, external shifting means installing the transmission on the outside of the bicycle as a separate part, while internal shifting means a built-in part hidden in the rear hub.

The external speed change is directly presented to the outside and directly contacts the external space. The internal gear shift is hidden inside and does not directly contact the external space. In this way, external shifting has a larger design space and a wider speed range, so it is mostly used in mountain bikes. However, since it is exposed to external rain, dirt, oil, etc., it must be cleaned and maintained regularly, while the internal gearshift does not require regular maintenance, but due to the limited design space, the speed range is relatively limited, and it is generally used for light bicycles riding in the city.

F. Why are internal gear bicycles not popular yet?

In the domestic market, internal gear shifting is not yet popular because consumers have not yet realized the charm of it. However, in Japan and developed Western European countries, internal gear shifting is already very common (50% of bicycles in Japan are internal gear shifting). The reason, of course, is that it doesn't need maintenance. Among the latest new products is the fully automatic internal transmission system that uses computer sensing and micro motors to automatically change speeds.

G. Brakes are very important parts

The quality of your brakes is related to your safety and the safety of others. Braking force and braking time are the main factors that determine the quality of brakes, so it is important to have good brake performance and light operating force. There is a common roller brake in the Japanese market. In addition to achieving the same satisfactory effect on rainy days as on ordinary days, it does not make noise when braking and requires no maintenance.

4. What kind of bike is best for you?

First of all, it depends on your purpose of riding a bicycle. If you are going to work, school, or shopping, you can use a general light bicycle. It is best to have a larger basket to hold a school bag or something. If conditions permit, you can buy an internal-gear or external-gear bicycle.

If there are slopes or bridges on the road you ride on, and you find it tiring and troublesome to go uphill or over the bridge, you should not choose a bicycle with gears.

If you are riding on anything other than smooth paved roads, you should opt for a bike with wider tires and gears.

If you ride long distances in a day, you should choose a bike with gears and narrow tires. If the distance is short, you should choose a light car.

If it rains frequently where you live, you should choose a bike with mudguards. If you have more opportunities to ride at night, you should choose a bike with lights, and so on.

It can be seen that there are various types of bicycles at present. In major bicycle stores, there are many different types of bicycles with different appearances and colors. Therefore, if you want to go to a bicycle store to choose a bicycle, it is best to first determine what type of bicycle you need based on your actual situation, and then go to the bicycle store to buy it.