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How to build a bike that works for you

Most women will buy a Venus over a Mach 3, but both razors will do a perfectly good job at removing leg hair. It’s not uncommon to carry this buying pattern over to bikes. However, buying a new bike is a far more significant purchase than buying hair removal products, so it’s important to bear in mind that focusing on women’s specific machines will – rightly or wrongly – limit your options. Whether you decide you want to opt for a bike with a women’sspecific focus will come down to personal preference. What matters is that you’re enjoying every mile, on a bike that’s perfectly suited to you and your riding. So how do you achieve that?

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