by Dave Haygarth

Question: Difference between road bikes and cyclocross bikes?

Answer:

Answer by SoccerRefToo
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Road bike is designed for the roads. CX bikes for mixed use. So as expected the CX bike will be heavier, wider wheels, gearing leaning more to a mtn bike’s. When I think of a CX bike, I think of a hybrid with drop bars.

Soccerrref

by Scott Pulver

Question: what’s the difference between mountain biking and cycling?
I have been doing indoor cycling at the gym for a long time and want to join a cycling club but don’t what to go for – mountain bikes or racing bikes. Maybe someone can tell me the major differences.

Answer:

Answer by two wheeler =D
cycling is on the road(requires close to 0 skills), mountain biking is off road(requires a lot more skill)…

by Dave Haygarth

Question: Difference Between Road and Cyclocross Rims/Tires?
What are the major differences between road wheelsets and cyclocross wheelsets? I am looking for information on differences in the diameter of the rims, thickness of the rims, and tires used. Any other diferences you think are important would also be appreciated.

Bonus points if you can point me a strong, reliable cyclocross wheelset, even if it is on the heavier side.

Answer:

Answer by Mtrlpqbiker
Most cyclocross race bikes use the same wheels as road bikes. The tires are different. The top racers use tubulars most of the time.

by The-E

Question: what is the difference between a trials dirt bike and a racing dirt bike?
Could u use a racing bike in trials or visa versa?

Answer:

Answer by surething
A trials bike is lighter lower geared & is used for trail riding & rock climbing where as a racing bike is faster higher geared!

Question: The difference between racing with a road bike and a mountain bike?
I am doing a bike race this weekend. I am not sure the distance, but it is about a 45 minute race. I only own a mountain bike, but my friend has a road bike I could borrow (I’m just afraid to crash it or something). How different are the two and what do you suggest I do? Thanks!
I am only 13 years old. This is my first race. I am racing against 12-14 year olds. I know that they are different, but my question is: are they different enough that it will make a difference to me?

Answer:

Answer by iskyfire
The main difference is weight and the speed of the bike.

Mountain bikes are usually heavier, partly because of the shocks and gears.

Road bikes have thin tires, and tall frames, and well, meant for the road.

You can adjust to the road bikes after riding for a mile.