Road bicycle

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A racing bicycle made by Cyfac using shaped aluminum and dual carbon fiber chain- and seat-stays. It uses Campagnolo components.

A road bicycle is a bicycle designed for use primarily on paved roads, as opposed to off-road terrain. Sometimes the term is used as a synonym for the more specific term racing bicycle. In general road bicycles have drop handlebars and multiple gears, although there are single and fixed gear varieties.

[edit] Types of road bicycles

• Racing bicycles are designed for road bicycle racing: they are fast, lightweight and aerodynamic.

• Touring bicycles are designed for bicycle touring: they are robust, comfortable and capable of carrying heavy loads.

• Utility bicycles are designed for utility cycling: commuting, shopping and running errands in towns and cities.

[edit] See also

• Roadster (bicycle)

[edit] External links

• Road Cycling reviews and discusses the sport of road cycling.
• List of road bike manufacturers