Key Characteristics of an All-Rounder Road Bike
An all-rounder bike has geometry designs to give you a balanced, versatile ride quality for flat roads, hills, and everything in between. These bikes give you confident rider positioning and agile road handling, so you can enjoy climbing, descending and riding any road with more comfort and control.
An all-rounder road bike comes with durable wheels, typically capable of using high-volume tubeless tires for a smooth and reliable ride quality.
An all-rounder road bike may come with either hydraulic disc brakes or traditional cable-actuated rim brakes, depending on the model and price point.
An all-rounder road bike is typically built with lightweight mid-range components for efficient climbing and quick acceleration.
All-Rounder Road Bike FAQ
An all-rounder is a versatile road bike that strikes a balance between performance and comfort, as well-suited for climbing and descending as it is sprinting or riding alone in the wind.
An entry-level road bike provides everything you’d expect from a modern road bike—balanced frame geometry, lightweight efficiency, agile cornering and quick acceleration—at a lower price. This is achieved by using less-expensive materials for the frame and wheels, typically aluminum instead of carbon fiber, and by using mid-range components that provide reliable performance at a more affordable price point.
An all-rounder is a versatile road bike that strikes a balance between performance and comfort. An all-road bike gives you added capabilities to ride all types of roads including rougher paved roads, gravel and even dirt roads. All-road bikes typically have wider, high-volume tires to give you more grip and a smoother ride quality using lower tire pressures.
Road Bike
Designed for aspiring riders aiming to ride a little faster and go a little farther, Contend offers a smooth, efficient ride quality and a quick, agile feel on the road. This versatile all-rounder is built on a lightweight aluminum frame and performance parts that can handle smooth roads, rough roads and everything in between.
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