Cestné

The term road bicycle is used to describe bicycles built for traveling at speed on paved roads. Some sources use the term to mean racing bicycle. Other sources specifically exclude racing bicycles from the definition, using the term to mean a bicycle of a similar style but built more for endurance and less the fast bursts of speed desired icing bicycles.

• The tires are narrow, high-pressure (100 psi (700 kPa) or higher), and smooth to decrease rolling resistance
• The handlebars are bent ("dropped") to allow the rider position to be leaned forward and downward, which reduces the forward vertical cross sectional area and thus highly reduces the air resistance
• They usually use derailleur gears; however, single-speed and fixed-gear varieties exist
• They either use disc brakes or rim brakes (although there might be technical differences, for example road bike calliper brakes use shorter and wider pads than mountain bike cantilevers)
• The bicycle is of a lightweight construction

The term road bicycle can also describe any type of bike us, in contrast to bikes primarily intbikes. Several variations of road bikes include:

Touring bicycles are designed for bicycle touring: they are robust, comfortable, and capable of carrying heavy loads
Hybrid bicycles are designed for a variety ofmay also be used on relatively smooth unpaved paths or trails.
Utility bicycles are designed for utility cycling: are a traditional bicycle for commuting, shopping and running errands in towns and cities
Roadster is a specific form of the utility bicycle developed in the UK
Recumbent bicycles are designed for variety of recreational and utility purposes, but are characterised by the reclined riding position in which the cyclist is seated
Vintage road bicycles, also known as classic ligal values of several thousand dollars. Other cyclists prefer this type of bicycle to those manufactured using modern techniques because they are "practical, versatile, durable, repairable, and time trends."
Flat bar road bike, also called a fitness bike, ie upright riding position that is more comfortable and gives a better view in traffic. Flat bar road bike are commonly used for commuting, urban and fitness riding.