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Write down one advantage of having the right type of bike.
Any one from: it makes cycling easier; it makes cycling safer; or it makes cycling more fun.
Why are mountain bikes described as "great all-round bikes" (line 11)?
Because you can use them on roads and on rough tracks.
What does "hybrid" in line 15 mean?
Something created from two different things.
How are hybrid bikes like mountain bikes?
They have suspension
Why would you need suspension on a mountain bike but not on a racing bike?
Mountain bikes can be ridden on rough tracks and the suspension cushions these bumps. However, racing bikes are only used for riding on the road where the surf
Which type of bike owner is most likely to benefit from padded shorts and why?
E.g. A racing bike owner, because racing bikes don’t have very comfortable seats.
Which type of bike would you choose? Explain your answer.
Any appropriate answer. E.g. I would choose a hybrid bike because they are .........................
a raised area on a surface
Bumps
curved piece of metal or plastic above the wheels of a bicycle or motorcycle that prevents dirt from getting on the rider
Mudguard
a shelf for storing luggage
carrier rack
a seat on a bicycle
Saddle
