Guide To How To Select A Bike
６Types Of Touring Bikes:
Advantages & Disadvantages
Below we list the comparison of 6 types of cycling tour for help to know that how to select a bike in so many types of bicycles and the super-detailed recommendations for bike tour.
"One must have good tools in order to do a good job." If you have a bicycle that suits you, Cycling Around Taiwan is half done!
We provide high-quality, very good rides, frequently maintenance and low-loss rate Touring Bike Rentals and Equipment Rentals always ready to rent for you any time! Please come by & let me tell you how to select a bike suitable for you.
Road Bike
1. The lightest frame choice, high sports performance / good speed up effect.
2. The drop handlebar is designed to reduce wind resistance, and the posture is bend over, which is not suitable for beginners to travel.
3. The flat handlebar design of MathewBike is modified to increase riding comfort. Road bikers have a good experience, and newbie bikers can easily ride around the island.
4. The small tire pattern can reduce the rolling resistance, and suitable for flat asphalt roads.
5. Suitable for racing competition or people who choose a few days to surround Taiwan.
6. The biggest teeth is up + light bike frame = very easy to climb.
7. When the road is wet and slippery, should avoid slipping due to the road surface marking and circular reflective settings of the traffic on the ground.
Touring Bike
1.The frame geometry is specially designed for long-distance travel, which is comfortable and stable.
2. Lightweight steel tubing material, with high ductility and load ability.
3. The handlebar is designed for flexible, which is most suitable for beginners.
4. The tires are wider with fewer patterns, which can increase wet grip and also speed up as a road bike.
5. Most suitable for heavy equipment there is a load capacity of 15-20 kg.
6. There are two options for thin tyres with small pattern and wide tyres with coarse patterns.
7. MathewBike modified the cassette to improve the climbing performance. The biggest teeth is up to 34T + light bike frame = very easy to climb.
8. When the road is wet and slippery, should avoid slipping due to the road surface marking and circular reflective settings of the traffic on the ground.
Gravel Road Bike
1. Drop handlebar design, good performance and fast riding speed.
2. There is a high speed riding ability, and there is also the ability of an off-road bike to ride in trail.
3. There are two options for thin tyres with small pattern and wide tyres with coarse patterns at the same time.
4. The stainless steel frame is resistant to corrosion and impact, and can be ridden on both land and water.
5. Suitable for light and heavy equipmentwith a load capacity of 10-15 kg.
6. It can ride all-terrain routes, which is most suitable for cycling tourists who need speed up ride performance and load capacity.
7. When the road is wet and slippery, should avoid slipping due to the road surface marking and circular reflective settings of the traffic on the ground.
Mountain Bike
1. The frame geometry is designed to overcome the rough road, it is difficult to have the pleasure of high-speed.
2. The fork or seat tubing is equipped with a safety shock absorber system, which has strong impact resistance.
3. The handlebar design is wider, mainly for flexible control.
4. The wide tires with much pattern increases muddy grip and is suitable for off-road trails.
5. It is most suitable for riding trails, mud and rough conditions.
6.The heaviest bike with luggage may over 20 kg, which is a heavy bearing for long-distance cycling travel and easily wastes too much energy.
7. The best to grip on the wet ground, still should avoid slipping due to the road marking and circular reflective settings of the traffic on the ground.
Tamdem Bike
1. Double foldable aluminum alloy frame for comfortable riding and storage space.
2. By stepping on the riding power together by two people to saving physical strength.
3. The flat-bar design increases riding comfort and is super suitable for beginners.
4. The tires are wider to increase wet grip.
5. Suitable for light and heavy equipmentwith a load capacity of 10 kg.
6. Choose a tandem bike for cycling travel is able to increase the close to each other (may also face the risk of break up, make your own discretion), and visually impaired friends can also have fun on pedaling.
7. When the road is wet and slippery, should avoid slipping due to the road surface marking and circular reflective settings of the traffic on the ground.
1. Sports design aluminum alloy frame, the weighs 18 kg with battery.
2. The 500Wh high-efficiency lithium battery can win around island and challenge peak of Wuling!
3. The flat-bar design increases riding comfort and is super suitable for beginners.
4. The wide tires increase wet ground grip, but not easy to change inner tubes.
5. Suitable for all age groups with a load capacity of 15-20 kg.
6. It is easiest for middle-aged and elders to experience cycling around Taiwan, and they can easily go deep into Taiwan trails, and easily reach secret places that are not normally visited.
7. When the road is wet and slippery, should avoid slipping due to the road surface marking and circular reflective settings of the traffic on the ground.
Select A Bike Based on Your Needs
Touring Bike | Road Bike | Note |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 12-13 kg | 9.5 kg | The lighter of bicycles, the faster to ride. |
| Load capacity | 15-20 kg | Max 7 kg | Experience: 3-5kg of luggage is a more comfortable weight. |
| Shimano Level | Shimano Deore 30S／Tiagra 30S／27S | Shimano Sora 27S | Deore is MTB's most suitable derailleur system for touring bike. |
| Chainwheel | 48-36-29T | 50-39-30T | |
| Cassette | 11-36T | 11-34T | |
| Brake | Disc or V Brake | C Brake | |
| Tire Type | 700X28-35C Puncture proof | 700X23-28C Puncture proof | Experience: wide tires have a lower rate of breakage than narrow tires Road feeling experience: wide tires have good grip, low tire breakage rate, and fast speed for narrow tires. |
| Tire changing skills | Easy | Super easy | Renting a 30 gears touring bike offer a 1-hour tire change guide, but an appointment must be made in advance. |
| Gradeability | Great | Super great | The most important of climbing: must-have training your body first. |
| Part durability | Extremely durable | Durable | |
| Repair Cost | High | Low | Friendly Bicycle shops around Taiwan |
| Riding Feeling | High stability and good comfort | Riding Faster, climbing hills easier but bumpy feeling on the road. | The steel material has better shock capacity. |
| Suitable | Beginners, Backpackers, Bike campers | Beginners, those who pursue speed and climbing ability, fewer days around the island, and less luggage. | BOOK NOW! |
You will rent the above 6 types of touring bikes in addition to mountain bikes from MathewBike (Bike Rental & Equipment Costs / Electric Assisted Road Bike Rental), make a Gravel Road Bike reservation online you will get a lesson on how to change the bicycle tires! There are also types of bicycles suitable for teenagers. Please refer to our prices for all types of bikes.
How to select a bike, we often consider the length of cycling days. It is recommended to read the Guide To Cycling Days Around Taiwan. It is super simple for beginners to follow the SOP!
After knowing how to select a bike, you must understand the accidents of a cycling tour are often suddenly. Sometimes, due to physical strength, road conditions, and weather, we have to take the train to the next destination. Recommend read more: How to take the bike and get on the Taiwan Railway.
How much cost is for Cycling Around Taiwan? One thing is saving your money we did that. You can be a bike wanderer achieve a Romantic.
３Tips To Choose For Beginners, how To Select A Bike Suitable For You.
MathewBike has accumulated more than hundreds groups of guests’ experience. We can slove your problems that how to select a bike before your cycling tours.
We are classified into the 3 tips of thinking to suitable bicycle groups for cycling: Touring Bike, Gravel Road Bike, Road Bike, to check the most important equipment: is your bicycle suitable for you? Is it in excellent condition enough to cycle around Taiwan? Let us review them one by one!
Riding Comfort First
Touring Bike > Gravel Road Bike > Road Bike
Discuss about riding posture comfort, we know the road bike frame is designed to reduce wind resistance, so the posture will be relatively lying. For people who can’t do that, the back and hands will bear big pressure.
They need to strengthen the core muscles, back, and the softness of the waist can overcome problems such as hand pain or back pain, That is why to know how to select a bike is right for you.
Speed Up Performance First
Road Bike > Gravel Road Bike > Touring Bike
Load Performance First
Road Bike > Gravel Road Bike > Touring Bike
That is so congratulations that if you already own a bicycle that suits you, the victory over the island is just around the corner! But does the bicycle in hand maintain excellent condition to go round the island? We list How to DIY Bike Maintenance, High-service Bike Maintenance and Mobile Bike Repair be your support!
What's The Best Touring Bike? Lightweight and load bearing is the first choice!
The 30 gears Froging touring bike
Designed for YOU: Use the greatest steel-tubing mechanic and the highest standards of craftsmanship all made in Taiwan to make the most balanced bike frames. From the mechanic of eye-points, we are most concerned about precise tolerances, easy assembly and common use of consumables hope the bike stronger.
Combined with Shimano Deore 30-speed shift system, using the disc brake, which has a flat handlebar or drop-bar for replacement. It can adapt to various terrain upside down hillsides, and has a powerful load capacity of up to 30 kg.
Technician chief Mathew keeps high-quality maintenance, and the probability of tire breakage is gradually decreasing. Coupled with the free provision of waterproof panniers, repair tools, and helmet rentals, bicycles all are easy to ride, and equipment is upgraded!
The Biggest Steel & Stainless Steel Tubing of Touring Bike Rental in Taipei. In order to understand the needs of the global cyclists, we will devote ourselves to creating your dream of traveling around the world.
If you want to get started to buy, we provide customized colors, and customized specifications to create your own touring bike!✨
It’s Time For A Test Ride!
After understanding how to select a bike the difference between touring bikes and road bikes, the Froging Touring Bike is the most recommended. We offer a free ride for half an hour before deciding whether to rent it. After renting reservation, you can make an appointment for an hour of free to understand how to change your tire. Are you ready? We are about to hit the road.
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Rent A touring bike includes the equipment!
Touring Bike Rental all includes equipment, rent a 27-speed bike for more than 10 days, we will provide for a waterproof pannier free of charge!
| Panniers | A rack | A helmet |
| A lock | Bike lights | Water holders |
| Inner tubes | A Tyre pump | Repair kits |
| A speedometer | A bell ring | A phone bag |
Touring Bike Rental
Super strict steel tube touring bike which fired by top Reynolds 705 frame can carry a super load-resistant up to 30kg! With the top-level Shimano Deore / tiagua 30-speed transmission and strong braking power and stable downhill. It is suitable for the bike-camping and packing who wants to ride around the island!
Reviews
The Bike Traveler around the world showed their encourage comments from GOOGLE MAP!
料金もお手頃で、そして親切。ここで自転車を借りて無事に台湾一周をすることができました！！！自転車の整備は全く問題なく、ヘルメットやランプ、バック、工具、スペアチューブが自転車を借りるとセットで貸してくれるのでありがたかったです。
Mai and Mathew take their business really seriously. Whether it be planning, support, maintenance or general support they were always there to help. The bikes were fantastic and the inclusions were great - from the pannier bags to the speedometer. Taiwan is set up so well for bike touring and we recommend it for all those that are looking for a two wheeled adventure.
I recently rented a Giant TCR road bike from Mathew Bike for 10 days. The bike was excellent, it was in great condition, has been well serviced and was fantastic value. May made the whole process of organising and renting the bike very easy and was really accommodating, friendly and pleasant to deal with. I would highly recommend.
Hi do you have a folding bike for rental?
Yes, we rent folding bikes!
Hi, is it possible to rent 2 bikes from August 11-13. We want to travel around Taipei and surrounding areas. There are two of us, me and my wife. My wife’s height is 152cm, while I am 175cm. How much will it cost? Thanks very much!
Hello Arthur,
Happy to receive your request.
Yes, 2 bikes are available for your time, please contact us by Facebook: m.me/1650325305226772
OR email me: mathewbike@gmail.com
To keep talking with me 🙂
Thank you so much!