How to choose your bike?
To enjoy the weather and do some sport, nothing better than cycling ! It is also very pleasant to do in Luxembourg, especially as the country has a network of 600 kilometers accessible to cyclists . You do not have a bicycle yet, but you want to buy one? Here are our tips for making the right choice!
A bike according to your needs
Before going to the act of purchase, target the reason why you need a bike: to get to work? To go hiking? To take a family walk on Sunday?
The pattern established, it will be easier for you to see clearly. For recreation, if training and competition are not for you, take a bike that is comfortable and reasonably priced. On the other hand, if you want to do intensive sports with such a model, it will be much too light.
To help you, here is a summary of the different types of machines you can find :
- The VTC : in other words, the bike all way. It is ideal for short trips, but also for slightly steep country roads.
- The tourist bike : comfortable and easily manageable, it is perfect for going on vacation and traveling with luggage and bags during long hikes.
- Mountain biking : mountainbiking is the choice if you want to ride on rougher roads, especially in the mountains. To withstand shocks, his tires are wide.
- The road bike : designed for professionals, it is lightweight, which allows to move at a relatively high speed.
- The BMX bike : intended for thrill-seekers, it allows jumping and chaining figures. To handle with caution!
- The electric bike : its price is high but, on the other hand, finished galley in the climbs since its engine and its battery will allow you to climb without any problem.
Regarding the frame of your gear, if your goal is to move in a peaceful way, and not such a high-level athlete, choose a steel or aluminum, rather than turning to titanium or carbon.
To find the size that suits you, it will depend on your size. An unstoppable tip, sit on the saddle: if you manage to touch the ground with the tip of your feet, you have found the model that you need!
Where to buy your bike in Luxembourg?
Several options are available to you :
- Internet : you will find cheap bicycles, but will not be able to benefit from advice. Another downside: it is impossible to try the machine before buying it.
- Large areas : you will also be able to find a model for cheap but again, no one can provide you with accurate information.
- Sports shops : here, the prices are a bit higher. On the other hand, the sellers will be able to inform you about the various models present in stock.
- Velocistes : it's the best of the best if you have many questions, because these professionals are true experts in cycling, and they can answer you with precision. What's more, they often offer quality after-sales service.
How much to pay?
Keep in mind that one more a bike will be equipped, the more it will cost you dearly. If you only want to do some leisurely walks, you do not have to choose all the available options. So, for a new bike and equipment, you can find something very good from 600 euros .