QUIZ: WHAT TYPE OF BIKE ARE YOU? Writing and Art by Malina Wong May is National Bike Month, and many are cruising into summer. Cycling is an activity beneficial to one’s physical and mental health. The activity reduces risks for diseases, builds muscle, and decreases stress levels. What bike will you be riding?
How often do you prefer to spend time with people? Would you rather solve the world’s most difficult puzzle or solve elementary school math?
What speed do you prefer to work at?
A) I enjoy socializing with others for days in a row B) I like time to myself before I socialize A) The world’s most difficult puzzle B) Elementary school math You hear a noise while camping, How likely are you to go skydiving at least once in your lifetime? what do you do?
A) Stay in the tent B) Leave the tent and investigate the source of the sound
A) Fast-paced B) Slow-paced
A) Very likely B) Not likely
If your answers are similar to the sequence A, A, B A, B
If your answers are similar to the sequence A, B,A, A, A
If your answers are similar to the sequence B, B,B, B, A
Bicycle Motocross (BMX) bike
Cyclocross bike
Recumbent bike
Cyclocross bikes are designed for racing in any condition. The built-in barriers support dismounting and carrying the bicycle in short periods during races. You are a fast-paced person who enjoys challenges and competition, much like a cyclocross bike and its rider.
A recumbent bike has a low seat with a backrest that requires the rider to lean back in a sitting position. Its aerodynamics enables the rider to produce less drag and feel at ease in an upright position. Like a recumbent bike, you are laid-back, easy-going, and down-to-earth.
BMX bikes allow riders to perform stunts, tricks, and jumps. The bike makes for swifter speed changes, mobility, and strength, causing riders to tend to their legs and arms more to absorb shock. Similar to this bike, you take risks and associate with more adventurous activities.
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