Remember how you felt when you bought your first bike? That’s the brand new bike you’ve been waiting for and dreaming about. It seems to be flying forward by itself. You can feel its reaction to every movement and manipulation. You equip it and watch it get better. Remember when you dreamed of cycling all day on weekends to explore forest trails or city routes? And instead of exhausting you, it fills you with energy. This is motivation!

        And look now, your once beloved bike is covered in dust. This two-wheeled friend gets more and more idle, and you go out and venture less and less often. It seems that jumping over bumps isn’t as fun anymore, not having the confidence to ride up that once conquered hill again. Maybe the bike has gotten heavier, or maybe it’s not rolling smoothly. But at the same time, you don’t stop loving the bike, it’s symbolic to you, it used to be a hobby, it brings you unparalleled emotions and memories – you’re so familiar with it with intimacy. But what exactly happened? How can I get my old passion back?

         Maybe it’s time to broaden our horizons? Becoming a true bike enthusiast means being open to all kinds of bikes in the modern bike industry. After all, bicycles are tools for interacting with the world. Different bikes take you into different levels of reality, taking you into a whole new nature each time. Maybe you’ve been thinking about buying a cool bike and riding it for the rest of your life. But riding different bikes will give you a distinct sense of difference, allowing you to enjoy their individual characteristics. It’s like going to a fancy exotic restaurant, there’s an explosion of taste buds, the awakening of new taste buds and the desire to come back next time…but anyway, it’s still so good to go to your favorite burger afterwards.

        If you think you know the bike very well and nothing surprises you, what should you focus on? Then start with something you couldn’t before that will break your prejudices and open up the world of cycling in new ways. So, let’s get started.

        Electric bicycles are the future development trend. There are city bikes and sport bikes. That kind of hub motor bike, we won’t discuss it for now. But mid-motor bikes are a different story. The driver only provides assist when you press the pedals, you can determine the amount of assist yourself, and there are several modes for you to choose from. Electric bicycles can give you unprecedented driving, speed and excitement. Have you ever dreamed of the thrill of a constant descent? Then get on it! Electric assisted bikes allow you to “sustain downhill” in any terrain. You’ll immediately be immersed in the thrill of driving. You have ridden every piece of land with great skill. Now speed is no longer a problem, the main thing is technical control. You’re fully engaged, tired, but happy, and want to keep riding. Electric drive can eliminate the pain of long-distance riding and climbing, so that you can only experience the comfort and pleasure of riding. Skeptics and conservatives who say e-bikes are no longer real bikes, let them go ahead because they don’t know what they’re losing. In fact, this is the general trend. Thousands of people are already enjoying the joy of riding electric bicycles, what are you waiting for?

        Mountain bikes can bring a sharper, more vivid feel. Equipped with shock absorbers on the front and rear wheels, they are designed for off-road riding and will give even seasoned riders a boost. Suspension system guarantees handling and comfort on rough roads that will make you feel like a superhero. The suspension soaks up the bumps, the downhill speed will excite you, and the dedicated dirt track will make you yearn for it. It’s a great tool to strengthen your physique and improve your riding skills. With it, you’ll want to get close to nature more often, and your cycling life will take on a new look.

       Road bikes make you feel the magic of speed. Aerodynamics, smooth ride, body position, high-tech gear make cycling an exciting science. Road vehicles continue to develop and improve in this direction. A first-time road biker will immediately notice it, and feel it in every muscle in your body, nothing compares to an all-terrain mountain bike. The wheels spin on their own like clockwork, and the bike gallops through the air like blades. Choose a road with more beautiful scenery and set off towards the sunset.

      Have you cycled through all the nearby trails and never wanted to be separated from your bike for a moment? But mountain biking in the city might disappoint you because it’s as hilarious as riding a quad bike to the theater. The modern city bike is a veritable old scalper bike. You’ll forget about sweltering subways and traffic jams, and cycling to and from get off work becomes your favorite time of day. The city will show you the best of it. Your lunch break will be your excuse to escape the sweltering office, dash to your favorite restaurant, and stop ordering takeout. This bike also comes with long fenders and chain guards to keep your beloved clothes clean. Improve your quality of life with these little details, so you definitely deserve it. Fast, strong, durable, ergonomic and beautiful, city bikes will get you to the right place at the right time. A nice bonus: After a city ride, when you switch to mountain trail riding, you’ll feel the difference, and it’s doubly fun and surprising.

      Talk about thick tires. Fat bikes are the undisputed kings of the field. It started in Alaska and was originally used as an off-road bike. There’s a unique aesthetic pleasure to ride on these powerful, beautiful bikes. Absolute softness, comfort and unhindered movement on loose sand. Ride on fat tires and you’re the star of the bike show in the C position: a tire that’s under 4 inches strong and straight to your eye. The speed is not high, but on slopes you can fully let go of the brakes. Whether it’s snow, mud, beaches, or washed-out roads, with such thick tires, you can’t even feel what’s going on under the wheels. And best of all, you can enjoy this feeling at any time of the year.

      Let’s say you’ve been on all kinds of cycling, but your soul and body are still looking for a thrill. Then take a look at the newer one, the gravel road bike. Gravel road bikes easily absorb bumps from gravel roads (as the name suggests) and moderately rough terrain, and deliver good speed on both asphalt and dirt roads without sacrificing rider comfort. Maybe a bike like this can reignite your passion for riding. From the outside, this type of bike looks like a drop-bar road bike, with slightly less speed, but more ergonomic and more stable structure. The tires are fuller, the grip is stronger, and the luggage, water bottle and other items are also designed for long-distance race enthusiasts. The Gravel with its uncompromising personality is like an omnivore. It can go on any road, and it will not stop its wheels in front of any road. Only by riding it can you truly understand its potential.

       No matter how cool your bike is, don’t limit yourself to it and deprive yourself of new experiences on other bikes. You have to be true to yourself, not your bike, because you only have one life. No matter how modern and high-end your bike is when you buy it, the mind of an engineer doesn’t stand still and everything goes out of style. Don’t curb your thirst for cycling adventures, but make them stronger. A true cyclist should own at least two bikes. Try new things, mix and match styles, enjoy landscapes, discover the unknown, and keep riding.