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Bicycles for the road.(Buyers Guide)
Bicycling certainly draws a crowd. More than 15 million devotees average a ride at least once a week, and close to 60 million take a bike ride at least once a year. One reason: Cycling is an enjoyable way to get a good, low-impact cardiovascular workout; a mile of pedaling on flat roads can burn about 50 calories.
Most cyclists need to upgrade their bikes as their level of riding increases. The $250 bike that worked for short, easy rides won't be much fun on a 30-mile outing. Trading up means buying from a cycle shop and spending more.
The average bike-shop bike sells for $400, compared with about $100 at a mass-merchandise store. But you'll get more. ...
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