Hybrid Bikes

A hybrid is a general purpose bike that’s a mix between a road bike and a mountain bike. This versatility makes them an excellent choice for commuters or those looking to ride on mixed terrain.

Available in men’s and women’s specific models, hybrids are built for comfort and stability, achieved through the flat handlebars and relaxed geometry, which places the rider in a more upright position of a mountain bike, but with the lighter weight and faster, smoother tires or a road bike.

Hybrids excel on gravel bike paths, fire roads, light singletrack and pavement. Throw on a rack or pannier and they’re also excellent for touring.

Best Hybrids Under $1,000: Budget Bike Buying Guide

January 6, 2023October 20, 2017 by Jessie Linder

Sick of sitting in traffic or walking all the way across campus?

Maybe you want to save some cash and the planet by leaving your car in park or have a fun way to cruise your local bike path on the weekends. Hybrid bikes are a fun and relatively inexpensive means of fun and transportation.

Take the Co-op Cycles CTY 3.1, for example. It scored a place at the top of our podium because, for less than a grand, you can score a reliable, high quality commuting bike. In the bike world, it’s really hard to find many other types of bikes that are worth buying for less than $1,000.

The Best Hybrid Bikes For Women: Do-It-All Bikes For Any Budget

September 15, 2022April 29, 2017 by Jessie Linder

A hybrid bike hits the sweet spot between a mountain and road bike. Hybrid bikes don’t match the specific capabilities of either bike, but if you plan to ride on pavement as well as off-road or on trails, then a good hybrid bike may be the perfect ride for you.