[header] How to measure and buy the correct bike [title] Buy a road bike if you plan to ride primarily on pavement. [step] There are a lot of different types of road bikes available for different styles and functions. They are all, however, made for generally even, hard terrain like city roads or smooth trails. 
They are the most common bikes out there, and can be broken up into a few subcategories : [substeps] Racing/road bikes: aerodynamic, fast, and light, these bikes are the most common road warriors. They have thin tires and lighter frames, and usually aren't made to carry extra weight.