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Boomers Are Finding Step
Through Bikes An Unbeatable
Choice For Fun And Easy Riding

Boomers and seniors are opting for step through bikes more and more every year.There is a lot to be said for ease of mounting and dismounting especially if you are not as limber as you once were. Also, rental agencies like them for the versatility. A lot of step through riders have become real "converts" and would never go back to a more "conventional" bike.

Step through bikes are getting great reviews from the folks that actually ride them. The idea that they are just a woman's bike just doesn’t hold true anymore.

Bicycle manufacturers have finally come to realize that there is a huge market potential for bikes that are easy to board. Now they are jumping on the bandwagon and coming up with designs and materials for step through bikes that overcome the weight bearing limitations of the old designs. Models are available that will accommodate riders up to 300 lbs.

Most step through designs use a "pedal forward" design where the pedals are slightly forward of the seat tube. This means that often the rider can maintain the proper seat to pedal distance and still put their feet flat on the ground while seated. This makes the wheelbase a bit longer than a conventional bike, and has a small effect on the handling but, it actually enhances the riding comfort.

Availability is excellent on line but a bit limited in bike shops which tend to be youth oriented. Other than the frame, the other components are all standard.

Actually, recumbents and tricycles are step through also so that gives us even more options.

Here are a few of the favorite, tried and true, step through bikes.

day 6 bike The day 6 bike was designed with all of the features that make for a super comfortable ride. They have the most comfortable seats with seat backs that are adjustable horizontally and vertically. Click on image for more information.


Day 6 Semi Recumbent Bicycle

EZ boarding bike The EZ Boarding bike from Biria is one of the coolest bikes that is designed specifically for boomers. It is a comfort/commuter bike that comes with raised handlebars, chain guard, fenders, rear rack, and a very unique frame. This bike was featured on NBC's today show. Click on image for more information.

Biria EZ Board bike

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The International Bicycle Fund is a non-governmental, nonprofit, advocacy organization promoting safe cycling worldwide.

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