Need a woman-specific bike?

Wednesday, August 01, 2007

By Scott Fitzgerald

So, you’re in the market for a new bike and can’t help but wonder about those “women specific” designs that are all the rage right now. A frame designed specifically for a woman sounds even better when you talk with a salesperson at a local bike shop carrying women’s models.

But if you walk into the next shop you get a completely different response when asking about female bikes. “You don’t need that, it’s all marketing hype,” replies the guy in baggy shorts and shop apron. So, where does the truth lie?

They’re both right! Yes, women’s bikes are great and no, you don’t need one… maybe. The key to finding a bike that truly fits you as an individual is keeping an open mind and learning about your body. The best way to accomplish that is to get a fitting from your local bike shop. No matter how many articles you read, sage advice from a fitting Jedi who can focus in on you is the only way to truly get it right.

Find the full article at http://womenspecific.com/dailyfeed/show/17.

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