Cyclocross bikes were developed for cyclocross riding of course. This is the late-fall and winter sport that takes roadies off-road. It isn’t mountain biking, as there aren’t usually single track elements or a lot of overly technical riding. But the bikes still need to be tough, durable and can stand up to the elements – this is winter riding for one thing.
All-City Cycles understood this and introduced the Macho Man, which the company rolled out this fall. This steel frame bike features the new Shimano top-pull cyclocross specific CX70 derailleur, 105 STI shifters, FSA seatpost and crakes and Continental Cyclocross Race 700 X 35c model tires that can grip the road as well as the mud. It arrives in time for cyclocross season, which is now underway, but as the name of the company suggests this is one that commuters and road riders could enjoy in the “off-season.”
So hang up the road bike, and check out a durable cross bike that can handle those bumps in the road, the leaves on the streets and be ready for a little rain or snow.