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Road bike research
ConsumerSearch covers mountain bikes in a separate report. If you
want a bike for the road but plan to mainly ride around town or for recreation,
you might prefer a comfort or commuter model, covered in our report on
Bicycling magazine's Gear & Bike Review Finder is a must-visit when searching for bikes. Simply type in the bike's name and you'll find reviews from the past several years.
SheldonBrown.com is a useful resource for cyclists. The Bicycle Glossary is especially helpful for new riders who may not know cycling terminology.
David Fiedler offers a helpful guide on choosing and buying a bike at About.com. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)
Outside magazine has some tips on buying a road bike.
TeamEstrogen.com's guide to bikes designed for women discusses the differences between men's and women's road bikes.
If you're interested in a road bike for triathlons, Triathlete magazine has a good buyer's guide with video coverage of bikes in various price ranges.
Like many other consumer products, road bikes are subject to federal safety standards and can be recalled if they fail to meet them. Fortunately, none of the bikes mentioned in this report have been recalled recently. Yet new recalls are announced all the time, so it's a good idea to check the Consumer Product Safety Commission's website for the latest recall information, especially if you plan to buy a used road bike.