The hugely popular anime "Yowamushi Pedal" is a coming-of-age story about high school students in a cycling club. It's even inspired many people to start riding road bikes!
Road bikes can be used in a variety of ways, from competing in races to going for cycle rides. Of course, they're also stylish and convenient for commuting to work or school.
If you're currently considering purchasing one, why not get a road bike that matches your Yowamushi Pedal character?
Here, we'll introduce you to a ranking of brands popular with women!
10th Place: Sangaku Manami (Childhood) - Louis Garneau
There's a scene in which Manami, who practiced cycling a little as a child, rides a Louis Garneau. Manami, who was physically weak, discovered a bicycle and regained his sense of life.
The popular manufacturer Louis Garneau offers a range of women's models. Some can be ridden like a regular bicycle, making them ideal for those who are afraid of road bikes with drop handlebars.
There are entry-level models available for under 100,000 yen, making it a great choice for beginners.
9th Place: Kaburagi Issatsu Felt
This is the bike of Kaburagi, one of the new generation Sohoku members. The bold brand logo is striking.
It's relatively affordable, and there are many stores that carry it. You won't see many people riding it, so it's a good choice for those who want to avoid looking like everyone else. There are a wide variety of brands to choose from, making it an easy choice.
8th Place: Shingo Kaneshiro - Trek
This is the bicycle of Kaneshiro, the previous year's captain of Sohoku.
An American manufacturer with cutting-edge technology. They offer a wide selection of bikes, from beginner bikes to those for serious sports.
7th Place: Shunsuke Imaizumi - Scott
This is the bike of Imaizumi, the ace of Sohoku.
Scott, which has rapidly gained popularity since Yowamushi Pedal, also has a women's model called the "Contessa." It comes in a wide range of prices and a wide variety of styles. It's only found at specialty sports bike stores.
6th Place: Kotaro Ishigaki, Anchor
This is the bicycle of Ishigaki, captain of Kyoto's Fushimi district.
This bike is a sports bike from the Japanese Bridgestone brand, and its frame design is attractively suited to the Japanese body type. You can also customize the color and logo. Choose your favorite color or stay faithful to the anime.
5th Place: Shokichi Naruko's Pinarello
This is the bike of Naruko, the flashy sprinter. In the original manga, it stands out with its red color.
Pinarello also offers the "Ez-fit" women's size. Since the frame design is the same as that of their racing models, this model is perfect for those considering racing.
4th Place: Koga Kimitaka's Merida
This is Koga's bicycle from Sohoku.
Entry-level models often cost less than 100,000 yen, making them accessible even for beginners. It also has a sleek and stylish appearance.
3rd Place: Toshikazu Fukutomi, Giant
He's the previous year's captain of Hakone Academy, famous for his catchphrase, "I'm strong!"
A highly popular bicycle manufacturer, offering great performance at affordable prices. Giant's "Rib" brand, launched for women, is also popular.
2nd Place: Junta Teshima - Cannondale
This is Sohoku Captain Teshima's bike! There was also a Yowamushi Pedal collaboration.
It's a very popular brand, with many models for women. There's a wide variety of colors, and even some for beginners.
1st Place: Yasutomo Arakita - Bianchi
This is the bike of the incredibly popular character, Arakita!
Arakita's original bike was borrowed from Fukutomi.
The collaboration between the "Bianchi Cafe" in Tokyo and Yowamushi Pedal also garnered attention. The design is simply adorable. This brand, with its beautiful celeste color, is also popular with women. They also offer affordable women's models. Many retailers stock their bikes, making it easy to test ride.
Summary
That concludes our introduction to road bikes recommended for women featured in "Yowamushi Pedal"!
Cycling is a highly recommended sport for those who aren't particularly good at exercise. Find the perfect model for you!
