48% off (Sale price $88.00, Reg. Price $170.00) :: Choose from Three Options $88 for Hurricane Katrina history biking tour for two ($170 value) $170 for Hurricane Katrina history biking tour for four ($340 value) $253 for Hurricane Katrina history biking tour for six ($510 value)Bike Styles: What Type of Bike Are You Looking For?Whether you want one thats stable and comfortable or one meant to turn you into a blur as you fly down trails, bike shops have something that will fit the bill. See which ride is best for you.A well-stocked bike shop can seem like a wonderland if you roll up as an avid cyclist or a new rider. Although most retailers gladly will let you test-drive as many styles as you like, being able to make a few basic distinctions will help the sales staff point you toward the bike that best matches your lifestyle and penchant for handlebar streamers.Cruiser: These bikes took off in the 1940s–1950s, and even new ones retain a vintage look: balloon tires, cushy seats, swooping frames, and handlebars that curve invitingly toward the rider. Sturdy, stable, and offering an upright riding position, they can appeal to older riders and anyone preferring a more laid-back pace. They’re best suited to terrain that’s flat—and even sandy—because of the wide tires and full-chain guard. Mountain Bike: Although they’re ubiquitous in big-box stores, mountain bikes really are designed for those whose rides take them off the road. Wide, knobby tires and frames built to absorb shocks make these bikes the best choice for riding through sand, mud, or rocky areas. Most have at least 15 gears for uphill and downhill ease, but their weight means you won’t build up much speed. Touring Bike: These bikes are ideal for longer road trips or commutes. Drop bars—handlebars whose ends curve down, away from the rider, and toward the wide-open road—offer a choice of riding positions to avoid achiness, and medium-width tires combine stability with swiftness. If they don’t already come tricked out with accessories, they’ll at least be made to attach front-and-rear racks, full fenders
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