Hybrid Bike Routes

Hybrid bikes have long been the mainstay of commuting, utility and family bike rides, with simple flat handlebars and a sporty position that gives you some Mountain bike power and versatility without the bulk.

You’ll usually find mounts for bottle cages, mudguards and panniers, space for tyres at either end of the knobbly or smooth scale and a good set of brakes (disc brakes are increasing common and always worth the upgrade). Hybrids are also great to pull trailers, for kids, dogs, or anything else. The beauty of the Hybrid bike is that it can become whatever the rider wants it to be and do most things pretty well.

You won’t feel quite as nippy on the roads as with a Road, Touring or Gravel bike nor have quite as much freedom for routes as with a specialist Mountain bike, but you will be empowered to ride, and have enough fun doing so that you’ll ride far and often.