Cycling is much more developed in the USA than in Russia. Americans are much more passionate about a healthy lifestyle. It is there that a large number of the most popular companies selling bicycles, skis, skates, snowboards, and more are located.
A bicycle is a bulky item. Most postal services refuse to transport such large cargo over long distances. Some intermediary companies do transport large goods, but most often they only accept wholesale orders, and their delivery costs are quite high.
Prostobox delivers bicycles from any online store in the USA. Straight to your city!
Mountain Bikes from the USA
Mountain bikes are attractive to tourists and extreme sports enthusiasts. Thanks to their shock-absorbing characteristics and durable construction, they can handle muddy trails, rocks, roots, and bumps. It is the extreme element that makes mountain biking truly exciting. Mountain bikes have more low gears than road bikes, so you can ride on steeper terrain.
The main features of mountain bikes are — «full suspension» (that is, the bike has both front and rear suspension), and «hardtail» (such a bike has only a suspension fork). Full-suspension models are usually more expensive, but they provide better traction and a more comfortable ride.
Mountain bikes come in several types:
- Cross-country bikes — lightweight and easier to handle. This type originated in the racing world, so it provides both riding speed and the ability to “climb” uneven surfaces skillfully. This is a good choice if you want to ride off-road, or if you need a more agile bike for local trails.
- Trail bikes — preferred by beginner mountain bikers. If your goal — is a ride with friends on dirt roads, then this is your bike. Bikes in this category are well suited for regular enthusiasts.
- Mountain bikes (all-mountain) — designed for riding on more difficult terrain. They are suitable for steep and smooth descents, and it is easy to climb winding surfaces on them. Their geometry balances the need for power on the ascent and stability on the descent, so mountain bikes can handle any obstacles on the trail.
- Fat-tire bikes — these bikes, recognizable because of their oversized tires, have extremely strong traction, which allows riding on sand or snow. The wide tires also reliably “handle” all kinds of off-road conditions.
Children's bicycles from the USA
Nowadays, children's bicycles have become not just popular. Even basic bicycles, you could say, have evolved. They have become lighter, stronger, more reliable, faster, and more diverse.
It is very important to choose the right size and fit, this will allow your child to get maximum pleasure from the ride. When buying a new children's bicycle you should pay attention to several key features:
- Bike fit . It is the same thing as finding a suitable pair of children's pants. If they fit — they will be comfortable. If the bike is a bit too small, or too big — it will be like those very pants, just lying in the closet and waiting for better times. Size is selected differently. In Russia — by the frame, and in the USA — by the wheels. For children aged 2-6 years, wheels with a diameter of 12-16” (inches) are chosen, 5-9 years — 20”, 7-12 years — 24”.
- Weight. Bicycles with aluminum frames weigh significantly less than regular steel ones. Switching to a rim brake from coaster can save a kilogram or more. In some models, a lot of weight is hidden in the wheels: a bicycle with aluminum rims and fewer spokes can save up to another kilogram.
The cost of kids' and mountain bikes in America
Some of the most popular American bicycle brands with reasonable prices are Trek, Giant, and Specialized:
- Trek. A mountain bike for adults from this brand can be purchased in the USA starting at $420 (34 000 rubles), including duty. Kids' American Trek bikes cost from 19 100 rubles for ages 2-6, from 20 800 rubles for ages 5-9, and 28 000 rubles for ages 7-12.
- At Giant prices are slightly higher than at Trek. From $430 (34 800 rubles) for adults. For the youngest children (2-6 years) from 16 300 rubles, for older children (2-9 years) 21 800 rubles, and 23 500 rubles for children 7-12 years.
- Specialized. Prices for American mountain bikes from this brand start at $500 for adults, which is quite expensive. But the cost of kids' bikes here is the most reasonable: for ages 2-4 years — 13 200 rubles, 4-7 years — 19 200 rubles, 7-10 years — 32 200 rubles. Free delivery to the Prostobox warehouse from $150. All prices are shown including duty.
At the end of the season, closer to Christmas, most bicycle stores start offering discounts. Also, at the end of November, after Thanksgiving, Black Friday takes place in the USA. They try to get rid of old models as quickly as possible, so you can buy a bicycle several times cheaper.
Bicycles from the USA: ordering and delivery to Russia and Ukraine
The company US delivery service Prostobox — is a reliable service that handles delivery of even the largest parcels that no one else will take on. The shipping cost depends on the weight and region, and you can calculate it in our online calculator for bicycle delivery from the USA.
So. To buy an American bicycle in an American store, you should register on our website. When registering, you will receive the correct American billing and shipping adress USA for independent purchases. Then, when registering in a USA store, fill in the addresses according to the instructions from your personal account. In this case, you will get access to all American discounts and sales. Actually, that is exactly why it is worth buying in the USA. Regular prices there differ little from ours, but sales make it possible to buy a popular bike for 80% of the price.
Our advantages.
Delaware is a tax-free state. All purchases that go through our addresses are not subject to VAT tax. Formally, you buy at the price indicated on the price tag. No additional taxes!
Filling out the customs declaration from 5$. Submission of the declaration from 5$ of the duty cost. Calculation of the customs duty cost when receiving a parcel from the USA here.
We have 2 universal тарифы. The “Profitable” tariff priced at $3.99 with a delivery time of 7-9 days. It differs in that you enter the parcel data before it arrives at the warehouse. The “Convenient” tariff priced at $9.99 — if you enter the parcel data after it arrives at the warehouse. The delivery time under this tariff increases by a couple of days.
Also note that the maximum dimensions for shipping goods are — weight up to 31 kg, length up to 180 cm. If you have any questions about delivery from the USA, it is better to contact our support service (available after registering on our website).
Purchase of bicycles from American stores.
In order to send a purchase link, do not forget to register. You can see more about the service in the tariffs section of the prostobox website.
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