A custom made bike from Bicycle Station

• Comfort bikes have riser bars so the rider sits in a more upright position.
  
• Fitness bikes have straight handlebars so that you ride slightly forward.
  
• Road bikes use curved drop handlebars for improved aerodynamics.
  
• Pedals with toe clips are important if you plan on doing some serious riding--they greatly improve efficiency.
  
• Look for good suspension if you're after a smooth and cushioned ride.
  
• Two sources for rebuilt bikes: Veloswap in Denver and San Francisco and the Bicycle Flea Market in Trexlertown, Pennsylvania.
  
• You can save up to 20 percent on high-level bicycle made in Europe by traveling there to make your purchase.
  
• Compare: Custom-made bike, $1800 v. rebuilt, $1,200.

Chelsea Bicycles
Carlos Dall'Orso, Owner
New York City
646-230-7715
info@chelseabicycles.com, www.chelseabicycles.com

Bicycle Station
Mike Rodriguez, owner
560 Vanderbilt Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
718-638-0300
bicyclestation@aol.com