Anonymous asked: I would like to do the Ratpod next year in Montana. 130 miles..now I have been told I need a road bike but where do I even start to know what to get?
Hello,
People ask all the time what the “best” bike is. The simple answer is, “the one that fits”.
But what does that mean? First of all, start with your local bike shop and stay away from the “big box” stores. While there you’ll find good folks that will be able to spend time with you to figure out the best bike for your needs. From that information you’ll be able to pick the price range that you are most comfortable with. Road bikes start at around $700 and go up from there. As the price goes up the bikes get better but you may not need to spend thousands on your bike to get the right bike for you. So, pick your price range, go to your local shop (or a few of them) and then test ride everything in that range including one above and one below. Through talking to your sales rep you should be to narrow your selection down to the bike that fits you best in your price range. For more info on fit check out this link: http://www.greggscycles.com/blog/?p=8
