Helping Scouts Know How to Choose the Right Bike

Scouts are big fans of bicycles. Earning the Cycling merit badge, riding all those miles of bike trails at The Summit Bechtel Reserve, and taking part in mountain biking at Philmont Scout Ranch are just a few of the many ways Scouts get involved in cycling. So it’s likely that cycling will feature a key role in the Scouting experience for number of youth and their Scout leaders. Of course, with thousands of different bikes available in a range of styles and prices, selecting the bike that’s right for you can be a real challenge.

To help make sure those bike-loving Scouts and others get a great primer on how to choose a good bike, Boys’ Life magazine has a guide on the basics of selecting a bike that’s right for you. In the article, Scouts will find great advice on three major different types of bikes, where to find good deals on bicycles, and how to ensure a proper fit when buying a bicycle.

Whether selecting a road bike, mountain bike, or BMX, proper fit is important. Boys’ Life walks through the elements of proper fit, including standover height, top tube length, and seat adjustment.

There’s also a discussion on components and advice on taking a bike for a test ride. Reading through the article offers an excellent starting point for young Scouts just getting started with cycling as well as seasoned cyclists looking to expand on the type of bike-riding they do.

Head on over to Boys’ Life online to check out the full article for all the key details and considerations for how to choose a good bike.