Road Bikes at Eurocycles
Road bikes are designed for high-speed, efficient riding on paved roads. They are known for their lightweight frames, sleek design, and drop handlebars that allow cyclists to adopt an aerodynamic riding position. Road bikes are built for speed and agility, making them ideal for racing, group rides, fitness cycling, and long-distance endurance rides on well-maintained roads.
At Eurocycles, we offer the best road bikes in Ireland from leading brands like Scott and Bergamont. Our range includes men's and women's road bikes tailored for weekend group riders, racers and every rider in between.
Some road bikes specific features are:
- Frame Geometry: Road bikes have a more aggressive and aerodynamic riding position. The handlebars are positioned lower than the saddle, which allows riders to tuck in and reduce wind resistance, enhancing speed.
- Frame Material: Bicycles designed for road riding typically have frames constructed using lightweight materials such as aluminium, carbon fibre, or steel. These materials provide a combination of durability, rigidity, and weight reduction enabling riders to pedal more efficiently.
- Tires: Road bikes have narrow, high-pressure tires that minimize rolling resistance and provide a smooth ride on paved surfaces. Tire widths typically range from 23mm to 28mm, although some modern road bikes can accommodate wider tires for improved comfort and versatility.
- Drop Handlebars: The drop handlebars on road bikes offer multiple hand positions for better control and comfort during long rides. They also allow riders to switch between an upright position (on the tops) and an aerodynamic position (on the drops) for varying riding conditions.
- Gearing: Road bikes often have a wide range of gears with multiple chainrings in the front and a cassette with a range of sprockets in the rear. This gearing setup enables riders to tackle various terrains, from steep climbs to fast descents.
- Performance Focus: Road bikes are often used in competitive racing and performance-oriented events. They are engineered to offer quick acceleration, precise handling, and efficient power transfer.
- Aesthetic Design: Road bikes typically have a sleek and minimalist design, with an emphasis on aesthetics and functionality.
- Variety: Within the category of road bikes, there are different sub-categories such as endurance road bikes (geared towards comfort on longer rides), aero road bikes (designed for maximum aerodynamics), and lightweight climbing bikes (optimized for steep ascents).
With the advancement of technology, popular brands such as Scott and Bergamont have added high-performance electric road bikes to their collection. If you're seeking a less demanding substitute for regular road cycling, we suggest browsing our assortment of road e-bikes.