September 11th, 2009 
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 ITM VISIA ALLOY 1 1 8 ROAD BIKE STEM 120MM 318MM NEW  US $14.97
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 FOX FLOAT RL 2010 9mm QR 15 steertube BRAND NEW US $359.95
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 Road Mountain Bike Stem 70mm Black Aluminum 1 1 8 NEW US $4.97
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 ITM FORGED LITE ALLOY ROAD BIKE STEM 130MM 318MM NEW US $9.97
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 Adjustable Alloy Road Bike Bicycle Stem 90mm 1 1 8 NEW US $14.97
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 Adjustable Alloy Road Bike Bicycle Stem 110mm 1 1 8 NEW US $14.97
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 FSA OS 115 Stem 318 x 100mm Black Carbon NEW US $10.50
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 Race Face Cadence 120mm Road Bike Stem 318mm 6º NEW US $4.95
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 2011 Race Face Evolve Sterling Stem 318 x 70mm NEW US $5.50
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Road Bike Customization
There are three kinds of cyclists - the casual cyclist, the dedicated weekend hobbyist, and the fanatic. It's the fanatic who will probably want to get a customized road bike.
There are customized bikes...and then there are custom-built bikes.
What's the difference between the two?
Cusstomized Bikes
Well, anyone who goes to a bike store and has the clerks there help him, or her, fit the bike properly, will usually "customize" their bike by choosing the kind of saddle they like (narrow or wide, gel-filled, etc.), different stem lengths for handlebar height, v-pull or disc brakes, etc.
You can continue to customize your bike with accessories such as bells, compasses, and lights - and you can even give it a paint job if you're good at that sort of thing. (Indeed, I've got a Schwinn Sierra that's about four years old, and I've been thinking of giving it a new coat of blue paint with yellow highlights. Unfortunately, I know I don't have the skill to make it look even halfway decent.)
Road bikes are, obviously, built specifically to ride on roads, and aren't suited for cross-country travel. The tires are very narrow to provide as little resistance as possible to the road, and the handlebars are of the drop-down type which force the rider to lean forward at an acute angle. However, there are various additions to the handlebars one can get so that when resting is more important than speed, it's possible to sit up straight and still control the bike properly.
Lowriders are another type of road bike, though not one used for racing, but rather for cruising around showing off their paint jobs.
Custom Built
What does custom-built mean? A custom-built bike is one that is built for you from the ground up - and hand-crafted more often than not. Your every measurement is taken and the frame is built to those measurements. Cranksets will fit your legs, top tubes will be just the right length, and it'll be built out of the space-age material you prefer.
And in addition to that of course you can choose the types of shifters and breaks you'd like as well.
Custom-built bikes are the most expensive bikes you can get, but they will fit you like a glove and if you are a serious bike rider that is the type of bike you'll want.
Serious road bikers have many different activities in which they can indulge, from"ultra long distance riding" (Randonneuring) to triathlons - where one of the three segments of the race is biking. These type of athletes have to have custom-built bikes.
About the Author
Alastair Hamilton publishes articles for http://www.bikecyclingreviews.com . You can find more information and resources on
road bike reviews
at his website.
MT Bike Parts @ Amazon
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Topeak Pocket Rocket Master Blaster Bike Pump List Price: $21.95 Sale Price: $14.00  |
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The Pocket Rocket Master Blaster from Topeak is a lightweight mini pump designed for road use, with an efficient design that pumps to 160 psi. Weighing in at just 4.05 ounces, the Pocket Rocket features alloy barrel construction with a soft Kraton head and plastic handle for a secure grip as you pump... |
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Schwinn 20-Function Bike Computer List Price: $19.99 Sale Price: $11.99 Used From: $6.87 |
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Improve your workout efficiency when cycling with this Schwinn 20-function bike computer. Designed to attach securely to your handlebar, the computer tracks such info as speed, distance, time, and calories burned, helping you develop an effective workout routine with each ride... |
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Shimano PD-M520L MTB Sport Pedals with Cleats List Price: $54.99 Sale Price: $30.00 |
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Part of Shimano's line of lightweight XC bicycle pedals, this pair of sport pedals with cleats is suitable for either road biking or mountain biking. Distinctive features including an open binding mechanism that's better designed to shed mud, along with a low-maintenance, sealed-bearing cartridge axle... |
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Mirrycle MTB Bar End Mountain Bicycle Mirror List Price: $18.00 Sale Price: $9.70 |
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The Mountain Bicycle Mirror from Mirrycle provides a wide view of the cars behind you, so that you don't have to turn your head as you bike. Designed to fit mountain bike style handlebars, the three-inch round mirror mounts on your handlebar's bar end in minutes with the included wrench... |
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Bell Mountain Bike Inner Tube Protector Sale Price: $7.17 |
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Prevents flats caused by thorns, glass, debris and other sharp objects! |
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Mongoose Status 3.0 Dual-Suspension Mountain Bike (26-Inch Wheels) List Price: $369.99 Sale Price: $300.00 |
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The Mongoose Status 3.0 26-inch dual-suspension mountain bike is equipped with everything you need for trail riding. The bike features a full suspension frame that maximizes comfort and performance, along with an SR suspension fork designed to smooth bumps and increase control... |
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Shimano PD-M770 Deore XT SPD Mountain Bike Pedals List Price: $139.99 Sale Price: $139.95 Used From: $70.02 |
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Shimano Deore XT M770 Clipless SPD Mountain Pedals. Predictable step engagement and releaseCleat tension adjusterInstalls with 8mm hex wrenchIncludes SM-SH51 (black) cleats offering 4 degrees of floatItem SpecificationsColorBlackWeight352gIntended UseMountainMaterialAluminumPedal Spindle9/16"Material (Spindle)ChromolyPedal TypeClipless |
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WTB Velociraptor Cross Country Mountain Bike Tire List Price: $0.00 |
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A true classic mountain bike tire. Works well in all conditions. Designed to handle a variety of dirt conditions, this tire boasts large, directional treads that dig deep to provide you with exceptional climbing and cornering traction Front tire gives you precise steering control and soil clearance Rear tire climbs and brakes with powerful vengeance Lightweight casing rolls fast, tearing through anything in its path Sold each - specify front or rear Size: 26 x 2... |
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Topeak DeFender M1 Mountain Bike Fender (Front) List Price: $19.99 Sale Price: $13.85 |
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* Stylish 2pc wide profile front fender offers maximum dirt protection. * Quick release front mount easily attaches to suspension forks in seconds. * Dual compound two tone injected nylon for durability... |
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Bell iPulse LED Bike Torch List Price: $21.99 Sale Price: $17.96 |
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Advanced LED design - incredibly bright, small in size! |
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