It was in 1817 when the velocipede or draisine was made, a slender device made of wood and iron tires placed in a straight line. Velocipede means fast foot in Latin. Its rider would sit almost utterly erect and the device can be driven by pushing off the ground as if he was walking or running.
Today, 57 million people age sixteen and older have at least ridden the bicycle once in the summer of 2002. We even have so many cycling gadgets, gizmos, clothes, Ibera Pakrak bags and panniers. But no matter the accessory, people are pedaling for health, for environmental benefits, for leisure and for sports. Here are a few tips on what to do and what to bring when you go pedaling.
The first thing to do before you hop on the seat is do the basic bike check, named as the ABC Quick Check. A stands for air, B for brakes, C for chain and cranks. Quick refers to quick releases that should be closed, and Check is for taking a test ride to see if everything is in good condition.
Your cranks should be pulled away from the bike when examining its looseness. Check if the bolts need to be tightened. Replace rusty chains. Take a little ride to see if everything is working fine.
Your helmet should be of the right size for you head. To know if your helmet suits you, check if the front of your helmet is level with a two finger width above the eyebrows. There should be only minimal movement when you shake your head wearing the helmet.
Jerseys can aid in making you comfortable during long rides as they pull away moisture, and they have pockets for the goodies you might want to bring along. Cycling shorts provide cushion, and bike gloves offer equal pressure distribution across your palms. Shave your legs if you do not like the Velcro effect. You can wear your bike shorts alone or under lightweight shorts.
Pack a patch kit and a spare tube for double certainty, in case of a flat tire or when your fellow riders may need your help. You will never know when a patch kit plus a spare tube will be needed. You will also need tire levels in order to complete the tire changing job. They are small tools and can easily fit in your bike bag.
Multi tools are handy and they are much like your trusty Swiss knife. Because they are made of more than a dozen individual tools such as hex bolt wrenches, chain tool, bottle openers, and screw drivers, it is highly recommended you bring it along no matter how long or short you are going for a ride.
For comfort, fit a frame at your local bike shop where they can help you. While it should be made for comfort, it cannot be adjusted once it has been attached. For ideal results, your leg should a little bent when the pedal is pushed down, if you are using a step through bike. Note that there should be one to two inches between you and the frame. If it is a mountain or a hybrid, it should be three inches to four.
Today, 57 million people age sixteen and older have at least ridden the bicycle once in the summer of 2002. We even have so many cycling gadgets, gizmos, clothes, Ibera Pakrak bags and panniers. But no matter the accessory, people are pedaling for health, for environmental benefits, for leisure and for sports. Here are a few tips on what to do and what to bring when you go pedaling.
The first thing to do before you hop on the seat is do the basic bike check, named as the ABC Quick Check. A stands for air, B for brakes, C for chain and cranks. Quick refers to quick releases that should be closed, and Check is for taking a test ride to see if everything is in good condition.
Your cranks should be pulled away from the bike when examining its looseness. Check if the bolts need to be tightened. Replace rusty chains. Take a little ride to see if everything is working fine.
Your helmet should be of the right size for you head. To know if your helmet suits you, check if the front of your helmet is level with a two finger width above the eyebrows. There should be only minimal movement when you shake your head wearing the helmet.
Jerseys can aid in making you comfortable during long rides as they pull away moisture, and they have pockets for the goodies you might want to bring along. Cycling shorts provide cushion, and bike gloves offer equal pressure distribution across your palms. Shave your legs if you do not like the Velcro effect. You can wear your bike shorts alone or under lightweight shorts.
Pack a patch kit and a spare tube for double certainty, in case of a flat tire or when your fellow riders may need your help. You will never know when a patch kit plus a spare tube will be needed. You will also need tire levels in order to complete the tire changing job. They are small tools and can easily fit in your bike bag.
Multi tools are handy and they are much like your trusty Swiss knife. Because they are made of more than a dozen individual tools such as hex bolt wrenches, chain tool, bottle openers, and screw drivers, it is highly recommended you bring it along no matter how long or short you are going for a ride.
For comfort, fit a frame at your local bike shop where they can help you. While it should be made for comfort, it cannot be adjusted once it has been attached. For ideal results, your leg should a little bent when the pedal is pushed down, if you are using a step through bike. Note that there should be one to two inches between you and the frame. If it is a mountain or a hybrid, it should be three inches to four.
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