Buying a bike is a big decision not only because bikes are expensive, but because you’re probably going to be spending a lot of time with your chosen horse over the next couple of years.
With a new wheel size, style of riding and axle standard being announced seemingly every week, it can be hard to wade through all the information and varying opinions to decide what to spend your hard-earned cash on.
So in an effort to cut through all of the noise here are five solid reasons your next n+1 should be a cyclocross bike.
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1. Versatility
Not long ago it was hard to find a ‘cross bike that had bolts for a bottle cage, but now bike brands have cottoned on to how awesome CX bikes are for things that don’t necessarily revolve around mud, sand pits and flyovers.
With a set of knobby tires (which come stock on a cross bike) you’re ready to hit the trail, gravel, mud, sand and just about anything else. But, if you throw a set of slicks on you’ll blend in just fine on a roadie group ride, just don’t forget your #sockdoping socks.
2. Winter bike
3. The most fun you’ve had on two wheels
4. Skills
5. Racing
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