Wayfarer Bike LLC - Types of Bikes

ROAD BIKES are narrow tire, lightweight bicycles designed for fast riding on pavement.

Frame materials include steel, aluminum and carbon.
From $670

MOUNTAIN BIKES are offroad trail models that can be ridden anywhere.Frames are usually made of aluminum or carbon.
For a bike that is going to hold up in tough New England conditions, you need to spend about $500
From $339

HYBRIDS are multi-purpose bikes for pavement and smooth dirt conditions. Comfort bikes have the same features as Hybrids, except they use a 26” mountain wheel. Frames are aluminum, most have front shocks, suspension seatposts, gel saddles.
From $399

Performance Hybrids are lightweight versions of the standard hybrid, used mostly on the road or packed dirt conditions.
Frames are aluminum but no front suspension or shock seatpost for weight reduction.Tires are smooth and fast.

From $439

KIDS BIKES are for 3 – 10 year olds. 12" - 24" wheels, shocks, speeds - a few options

From $189

Like to ride fast? Check out a super aero Tri Bike
From $2000

CYCLOCROSS is the one bike that does it all - onroad, offroad.
From $999

BUYING A NEW BICYCLE....

Trek, the largest bicycle manufacturer in this country, has always preferred that their bicycles be sold by the quality of the frame - not the parts. We could not agree more. The ride of any bicycle is dictated by the frameset and the wheels. Anyone who has spent a lot of money on a high end bike first had to decide on what type of frame material and the best geometry for their needs. Think about it.... Flying downhill, gliding almost effortlessly, climbing efficiently, that’s your frame and wheels doing all of the work. The parts are just hanging on for the ride – until they are asked to perform for another few seconds. Of course you want a decent shifting and braking system, but try to spend most of your hard earned money on the frame and wheels, not a rear derailleur. Parts are cheap and will need to be replaced long before your frameset.

As the oldest bicycle shop in southeastern Connecticut, you’ll have our 40 years experience to help choose the correct frame size and most importantly - make sure that you are comfortable. After a couple of weeks of riding, you can bring your bike back for a saddle or stem exchange, no problem. We also offer the Fit Kit for shoe/pedal adjustments by appointment. Most new bikes come with 5 free tune-ups within a 5 year period, except rear suspension models which include one.