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should i invest in a road bike?

I am starting to become more involved with riding bikes and going far distances. I have a full suspension mountain bike that I have put comfort tires in for better road riding. I really don’t go mountain biking, but I am unsure due to my size a d level of riding. I am 6 foot and about 280lbs. I have been riding since may. And i go every other day about 10miles. And 20 to 25 on weekends.

You may want to look into a good performance hybrid also. A little less expensive than a pure road bike with similar handling & speed.

Full suspension bikes, even with city tires are terrible for pure riding on the streets/roads. You’ll be SHOCKED at how much faster you can go either on a road bike or performance hybrid.

Sizing chart below.

Carter Road Mountain Biking.. Carter Road Park, Lakeland, FL

RAD Cycle Products Ceiling Mount Bike Hoist $12.94 Reclaim your garage! Featuring thick ropes for durability, the RAD Easy Bike Hoist lets you store your bike overhead, so it won’t clutter up your home, garage, or storage space. This ceiling-mounted bike hoist is designed for ceilings up to 12 feet. It keeps your bike safely up and out of the way, and it also makes your bike easy to access when you’re ready for your next ride. Built to perform fla…

Racor PBS-2R Two-Bike Floor Bike Stand $19.99 This stand lets you quickly store 2 bikes with ease. The bikes can be stored in the same or alternate directions. It’s easy for children to use, and has a solid steel tubular construction with a lifetime warranty and a durable epoxy finish….

Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals – Riding off – Removable Graphic WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l…

Fundamentals Mountain Bike Technique DVD $24.94 The “Fundamentals” mountain biking DVD features inside-info and unveils the secrets and covers cornering, jumping, downhill sections, pedaling, manualing, and more with basic and expert advice tips from the fastest riders on the planet. It will also show you how to set up your bike to get the best from it, from suspension tune up to tire choice, brakes, correct sizing, and more, for racing or just…

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USA Gear Handlebar Mount with Attachable Protective Case for HTC / Samsung / Motorola and Other Smartphones **Includes Micro USB Cable** $9.99 Road Ready, Rain Or Shine!The weather-proof design has a specially developed zipper enclosure helps to seal the out the elements. Be confident that your high-tech smartphone is protected, even in the worst condition or crashes. Goes Wherever You GoThe versatile 2-in-1 design allows you to dismount the case with one easy motion from the handlebar mount. Take it with you when your vehicle is parked …

GoPro Handlebar Seatpost Mount for HERO Cameras $16.99 GoPro Camera Accessories. Features: Replacement wrist housing for Digital HERO 3…

SoundShell Bike/Bicycle Speaker Case, Portable Travel Speakers, for iphone (3G, 3Gs, 4G) / ipod (all versions)/ mp3 players $29.99 The Soundshell bike speaker travel case is designed for unrivaled sound quality at an affordable price. These travel speakers are great for all occasions – at the beach, on the bike, on a hike, going to school, or on a camp – without the need of your headphones. Share your music with friends, or blast it on your bike without comprising road safety. The 3 velcro straps conveniently mount on the h…

Perfect Fit Handlebar Bike Mount For iphone 4 / 3G / 3Gs, $10.99 This bicycle mount for iPhone conveniently positions your device on bicycle handle bars. This is the perfect accessory to secure your iPhone while you ride. There are no tools required to install the bicycle mount. With the swivel adjustment feature on this mount you can position your device for optimal viewing. This holder can also be used to connect to the roof supports found on golf carts or ba…

Shimano SH-MT31 Mountain Bike Shoes $29.99 Shimano SH-MT31 Mountain Bike Shoes. These mountain bike shoes are designed for a wide range of riding styles such as commuting, touring or casual off-road cycling.

Pearl Izumi All-Road Mountain Bike Shoes $84.99 Pearl Izumi All-Road Mountain Bike Shoes. The All-Road Mountain Bike shoes bridge the gap between price and performance. Low-profile outsole, Pearl Izumi’s 1:1 Power Plate and Anatomic Closure System achieve optimized pedaling efficiency, fit, support and comfort for endurance riding.

Shimano SH-M161G Mountain Bike Shoes $129.99 Shimano SH-M161G Mountain Bike Shoes. If you’re serious about trail riding, then you need Mountain Bike shoes with an uncompromising fit for stability, resilience and power. And that’s just what you’ll get with these competitive, off-road performers.

Adidas Hematoma Mountain Bike Shoes $59.99 Adidas Hematoma Mountain Bike Shoes. These sturdy Mountain Bike shoes built for extreme off-road or downhill riding have a dirt-worthy secret. They’re actually comfortable!

Pearl Izumi Women’s All-Road Mountain Bike Shoes $84.99 Pearl Izumi Women’s All-Road Mountain Bike Shoes. The All-Road women’s Mountain Bike shoes bridge the gap between price and performance. Low-profile outsole, Pearl Izumi’s 1:1 Power Plate and Anatomic Closure System achieve optimized pedaling efficiency, fit, support and comfort for endurance riding.

Shimano Women’s SH-WM50 Mountain Bike Shoes $99.99 Shimano Women’s SH-WM50 Mountain Bike Shoes. These multipurpose, women’s cycling shoes are designed for commuting, recreational, road, trail and fitness riding.

Shimano Women’s SH-WM51 Mountain Bike Shoes $99.99 Shimano Women’s SH-WM51 Mountain Bike Shoes. No matter what type of riding you enjoy, the SM-WM51 women’s bike shoes can handle it. High-traction outsole is perfect for commuting, recreational, road, trail or fitness riding. Flexible insole provides superior comfort and stability when walking. Stretch-resistant upper gives you a great fit, mesh inserts enhance breathability and offset Velcro straps eliminate hot spots.

Michelin WildGrip’R Advanced Tubeless Mountain Bike Tire $66.99 Michelin WildGrip’R Advanced Tubeless Mountain Bike Tire. The new Michelin WildGrip’R Advanced Tubeless Mountain Bike tire is designed for experienced and aggressive riding on mixed terrain. Tubeless technology allows lower tire pressure, translating into ultimate traction without the fear of pinch flats. Square center knobs roll fast yet shed mud, while special side-knob shapes provide progressive cornering on almost any surface. It’s off-road performance at its very best.

2012 GT Aggressor 24" Kid’s Mountain Bike $349.99 2012 GT Aggressor 24 Kid’s Mountain Bike. Just like GT’s full-size Aggressor mountain bike, but sized for younger riders, the 24 Aggressor is an ideal bike for the kid who wants to tackle off-road riding. It has a lightweight aluminum frame with low standover, Suntour suspension fork with 50mm travel, 21-speed drivetrain, Twist shifters and linear-pull brakes. Outfitted with GT All Terrain tires, the Aggressor is ready to roll just about anywhere.

2012 Charge Scourer Fitness Bike $699.99 2012 Charge Scourer Fitness Bike. Designed by mountain bikers who came down with a case of roadie fever, the Charge Scourer is a functional fusion of features from each of the respective riding disciplines. Lightweight alloy frame and fork? Check. Compact double crankset, Shimano Sora derailleurs and wide-spaced, 9-speed rear gearing? But of course. The guys at Charge even threw in Tektro mechanical disc brakes, sturdy Alex DP17 700c rims, smooth-rolling Continental tires and a full complement of mounting points for fenders and racks. All of which make the Scourer an ideal bike for commuting, urban cruising or casual road riding.

Shimano SH-MT60 Mountain Bike Shoes $99.99 Shimano SH-MT60 Mountain Bike Shoes. On-road commute or off-road escapade, these Mountain Bike shoes handle any cycling adventure you put in their path.

Fort Gotham Road and Mountain Bike Tires $13.99 Fort Gotham Road and Mountain Bike Tires. A durable, all-purpose urban bicycle tire that’s perfect for commuting, training or just cruisin’ around town.

Focus Cariboo Peak Trekking Bike — U.S. Exclusive $899 Focus Cariboo Peak Trekking Bike — U.S. Exclusive. You don’t have to trek far on the German-engineered, Focus Cariboo Peak to appreciate its functional. performance-oriented design. With its lightweight alloy cross frame, 700c wheels and flat bar, it’s engineered to deliver a comfortable and responsive ride on pavement. Ruggedly built and outfitted with 27 speeds and hydraulic disc brakes, it can hold its own when the pavement ends, too. Much like a 29er mountain bike, it climbs almost effortlessly and devours trail obstacles with ease. In the interest of full disclosure, we should mention that as good as they are, the Schwalbe CX Comp tires are not Mountain Bike tires, so if you do venture off-road, be prepared for less aggressive traction than you may be accustomed to. That said, the Cariboo Peak is nevertheless a brilliantly executed bike that’s perfect for anyone interested in casual on- or off-road riding, touring or commuting.

Shimano SH-M086L Mountain Bike Shoes $89.99 Shimano SH-M086L Mountain Bike Shoes. Whatever your off-road cycling pleasure, these Shimano Mountain Bike shoes will keep you comfortable through and through.

Fort Traverse Mountain Bike Shoes $39.99 Fort Traverse Mountain Bike Shoes. Urban style meets rugged good looks in these Mountain Bike shoes built for road, trail or indoor cycling.

Lake MX235C Mountain Bike Shoes $139.99 Lake MX235C Mountain Bike Shoes. Boasting a lightweight carbon sole, full-grain leather upper and rubber tread with Mudstuds, the MX235C Mountain Bike shoes are perfectly equipped for cross-country riding.

Fort Metro Road and Mountain Bike Tires $10.99 Fort Metro Road and Mountain Bike Tires. This versatile Fort Metro bicycle tire is perfect for your early morning commute, a leisurely cruise around campus, that long distance tour you’ve been meaning to take or sweating it out on the indoor trainer!

Fort Metro-K Road and Mountain Bike Tires $14.99 Fort Metro-K Road and Mountain Bike Tires. This versatile Fort Metro-K bicycle tire is perfect for your early morning commute, a leisurely cruise around campus, that long distance tour you’ve been meaning to take or sweating it out on the indoor trainer. Now with Kevlar for even more protection.

Continental Town and Country Mountain Bike Tire $29.99 Continental Town and Country Mountain Bike Tire. The Continental Town and Country Bike Tire is the standard in ‘townie’ tires for commuting, touring or riding with the family.

Fort Single-Speed Conversion Kit $29.99 Fort Single-Speed Conversion Kit. Discover the simple joy of riding a single speed mountain bike or road bike with this conversion kit!

Shimano Women’s SH-WM60 Mountain Bike Shoes $99.99 Shimano Women’s SH-WM60 Mountain Bike Shoes. Off-road triathlon or off-road escapade, these women’s Mountain Bike shoes handle any cycling adventure you put in their path.

Shimano SH-M087S Mountain Bike Shoes $99.99 Shimano SH-M087S Mountain Bike Shoes. Designed for a wide range of off-road riders, the SH-M087S Mountain Bike shoes feature traction-hungry tread, a roomier toe box and a powerful sole so you can ride, explore and feel nature around you.

2012 Diamondback Response Mountain Bike $399.99 2012 Diamondback Response Mountain Bike. Trail-riding newbies and seasoned single trackers alike will appreciate that the Diamondback Response mountain bike offers uncompromised performance without compromising the old bank account. At the heart of each Response is a rugged Strongbox frame design, providing strength and style with clean lines. The Suntour 100mm suspension fork, efficient Shimano drivetrain and lightweight cockpit components provide more proof of Diamondback’s commitment to providing you with the best all mountain hardtail bike your money can buy. When you ask for a solid and reliable all-purpose mountain bike, you deserve a Response.

Shimano Women’s SH-WM61 Mountain Bike Shoes $89.99 Shimano Women’s SH-WM61 Mountain Bike Shoes. Indoor challenge or off-road escapade, these women’s Mountain Bike shoes handle any cycling adventure you put in their path.

Fort Women’s Traverse Mountain Bike Shoes $39.99 Fort Women’s Traverse Mountain Bike Shoes. Urban style meets rugged good looks in these women’s Mountain Bike shoes built for road, trail or indoor cycling.

AL2 Road Bike $849 AL2 Road Bike. If you’re the kind of cyclist who cares more about how well a road bike rides than about the brand name plastered on the downtube, the AL2 is your kind of bike. For one thing, the AL2 rides great — like bikes costing hundreds more, in fact. Its 6061 aluminum frame and carbon fork deliver a lively ride with excellent vibration damping and efficient power transmission. The Shimano 105 shifters and derailleurs provide smooth and reliable gear changes. Tektro dual-pivot brakes give you all the stopping power you’ll ever need, and the lightweight alloy wheels accelerate quickly, roll smoothly when you get up to speed and let you corner with confidence. In short, this road bike’s got performance written all over it. What it doesn’t have written all over it is a big ol’ brand name, so you can enjoy the ride without distraction — and confound your friends, who’ll want to know what the heck you’re riding and why in the world you removed all the stickers.

Fort Greenway Mountain Bike Tire $10.99 Fort Greenway Mountain Bike Tire. Your connection to nearby neighborhoods, parks and other points of interest is a close as a local trail, road, fire road or greenway. And whatever pathway you choose, you can rest assured that the Fort Greenway bicycle tire will keep you rolling along in smooth comfort.

SRAM XG-999 9-Speed Mountain Bike Cassette $299.99 SRAM XG-999 9-Speed Mountain Bike Cassette. An amazingly strong and lightweight mountain cassette that shares the revolutionary machined design of the SRAM XG mountain cassette and the PowerDome road cassette.

2011 Fuji Absolute 2.0 Road Bike $749.99 2011 Fuji Absolute 2.0 Road Bike. Like to pound out the miles, but prefer a more upright riding position than a traditional drop handlebar road bike offers? The Fuji Absolute 2.0 road bike is the perfect solution. Combining the performance and handling you want on the road with the all-day comfort of a hybrid bike, it’s light and responsive enough for long-distance rides and rugged enough for daily commuting.

Performance Traverse Mountain Bike Shoes $39.99 Performance Traverse Mountain Bike Shoes. Rugged good looks and urban style come together in these versatile cycling shoes made for road, trail or indoor use. Rubber sole with enhanced rigidity provides excellent power transfer while remaining supportive enough for walking comfort.

Giro Gauge Mountain Bike Shoes $224.99 Giro Gauge Mountain Bike Shoes. Want to drop some dirt? Want to tame the trail? So does the Gauge mountain shoes. Giro’s new standard in mud-shedding performance. Traction-hungry lugs repel mud, dirt and debris with ease and efficiency. Easton EC70 carbon composite outsole delivers a powerful pedal stroke, scuff-guards keep everything looking like new and ratchet/strap closure system provides a comfortable fit. You can even add toe spikes for winter riding and cyclocross.

Selle Italia Women’s Diva Gel Flow Saddle $119.99 Selle Italia Women’s Diva Gel Flow Saddle. This great looking, women’s bike saddle is designed to bring unparalleled riding comfort and performance to your road or mountain bike.

Pearl Izumi Race Mountain Bike Shoes $134.99 Pearl Izumi Race Mountain Bike Shoes. The Race Mountain Bike shoes deliver benchmark off-road performance and comfort in a light and affordable package with top-of-the-line features like Pearl Izumi’s 1:1 Power Plate and 1:1 Anatomic Buckle Closure System.

Pearl Izumi Women’s Race Mountain Bike Shoes $139.99 Pearl Izumi Women’s Race Mountain Bike Shoes. Pearl Izumi Race Mountain Bike women’s cycling shoes deliver benchmark off-road performance and comfort in a light and affordable package with top-of-the-line features like 1:1 Power Plate and 1:1 Anatomic Buckle Closure System.

2012 Fuji Roubaix 3.0 Road Bike $869.99 2012 Fuji Roubaix 3.0 Road Bike. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of riding a bike that responds instantly to every pedal stroke. It’s a fluid sensation that makes the bike feel like an extension of your body. The Fuji Roubaix 3.0 road bike giftwraps that feeling and plunks it into your Cycling Jersey pocket. The lightweight, custom-butted aluminum frame with bonded carbon fork delivers a supple, responsive ride, and the Shimano Sora drivetrain transforms every pedal stroke into an efficient burst of acceleration.