Mountain Bikes There is no reason for someone to ride a mountain bike on our effectively mountain-less campus. That said, having the extra gears might help you ascend the Locust Walk bridge on 38th, as well as traverse across snow-covered paths in the winter. Relatively inexpensive and durable, mountain bikes will get the job done, even though they might come off as urban overkill.
Cruiser Bike Cruiser bikes are for those who find luxury in leisure. Outstretched bars provide a relaxed riding experience, perfect for long rides up the Schuylkill River. This bike is a natural fit for the idle ambler who prefers the journey over the destination.
Fixed Gear Bikes Fixed gear bikes, in which rotation of the back wheel is locked in sync with pedaling (read: you can’t coast), have been adopted as a staple of “hipsters” everywhere. Easily customizable, these bikes are flashy and simplistic, with only one gear and often no handbrakes. But for those unconcerned with style, “fixies” have another distinct appeal — they put the rider at one with their bike, aware of its every move.
Folding Bikes Folding bikes are perfect for the urban jungle — they can be easily stowed in a small studio apartment or brought into class or work, eliminating the risk of theft. Although they may look ridiculous and their riders will probably find themselves the object of some unwanted attention, folding bikes are for the pragmatic among us.
