Posted by admin | Posted in Bikes | Posted on 19-12-2008
Tags: bike, bikes, cycling, mountain bikes helmets, shop, shopping
Riding a bike is a fun way to get in shape and have a good time. Some people obsess over finding the perfect bicycle and that’s important. But equally important is having the right accessories to go with your bike. They will keep you safe and comfortable while you ride, which is essential. The number one most important bike accessory to look for at you favorite bike shop is a helmet. Riding a bicycle without a helmet is reckless and dangerous.
When choosing a helmet, you need to first consider what type of biking you’ll be doing, whether mountain, road, or sport biking. Each type of sport has a different style of helmet to protect you from the kind of terrain you’ll be crossing on your bicycle. Once you start looking at the right style, you’ll need to get the right size. A helmet that is too big or too small won’t protect you correctly.
To determine your size, wrap a flexible tape measure around your head, one inch above your eyebrows. Most helmets will have charts to help you determine which size is best for you based on your measurement. Gloves can also be helpful accessories because they help protect your hands in case of a spill and they help pad your palm where you grip your handlebars. After a couple hours of riding, you’ll really appreciate your gloves. Riding shorts are also a great accessory because they provide padding in the areas that get a lot of friction when riding. These important bicycling accessories will greatly improve the comfort and protection of your ride.
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Giro mountain bike helmets, gloves and shoes and Easton Carbon Haven wheels – Interbike 2010
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Racor Pro PSB-1R Single Folding Bike Rack $12.26 Store bikes flat against the wall for maximum use of space with this folding bike rack from Racor. Two arms support the frame of the bike upright for reliable storage and easy access. When out of use, the rack folds flat against the wall so no one can bump into it. A handy shelf is a great place to set helmets or bike shoes, and doubles as a light-duty mechanics workstation. Easy for kids to use, … |
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Topeak One Up Wall Mount Bike Hanger $31.20 Elegant and functional, the One Up Wall Mount Bike Hanger is the perfect bicycle storage solution for apartments and other small spaces. It features a molded rubber bar that keeps the front wheel stationary to prevent the bike from twisting, two extra hooks for hanging clothing, helmets, and other accessories, and rubber pads to prevent tires from marking the walls. Includes all mounting hardware…. |
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