<span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Distinct from just riding around </span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">road bike handlebar</span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> on a bike, road cycling opens up the possibility of covering greater distances and has more of an emphasis on fitness. For most people, road cycling represents a personal challenge, although it can also be competitive.</span></span>