Prepare for a cycling race


Choosing A Good Bike

Many people consider getting a bicycle.Now that you have an idea of some of the
However, most people do not know how tothings to look for when purchasing your new
choose the right bicycle, thus many end upbike, you need to make sure the bike fits
getting the wrong kind. The followingyou. You can do this by straddling the frame
paragraphs will discuss how to choose theof the bicycle to make sure you crotch area
right bike for you, as well as provide someclears the middle bar by at least an inch or
valuable tips on how to choose the righttwo. Most bicycle seats can be adjusted so
bicycle.your knees will be slightly bent when the
pedal is at it's lowest point. If there is
Although bike shop employees may tell youtoo much side to side movement in your hips
differently, the best choices for a bike arewhen you ride your new bike, the seat is too
often a city bike or a hybrid. These bicycleshigh. You may need to adjust the seat and
are the type that are somewhere between abring it down some. Most salespeople will
mountain bike and a road bike. A city bike ishelp you with your bicycle adjustments if you
made for regular use around town, or regularask.
use period. Mountain bikes, however, are
exactly as their name implies. They areWhen you purchase your new bike, there are
intended for dirt tracks, and fall very shortmany options and extras that will be offered
when  expected  to  do  everyday  duties.to you. You must use your best judgment, and
choose what will suit you best. Toe clips, or
Once you have found the type of bike youmetal cages on your pedals, may be offered.
prefer, it is extremely important to choose aThese toe clips are designed to keep your
bike with a comfortable seat. You will alsofeet in place, in constant contact with the
want to look for a bike with handlebars thatpedals. This can help prevent knee injury by
will allow you to maintain an uprightallowing you to lift up, as well as push
position. Fenders, a rack, or even a basketdown, when you are pedaling your new bike.
is not necessary, but can help encourage youHowever, you should beware. It can take a
to use your new bike for daily chores, ascouple of rides before you get used to the
well  as  exercise.toe clips.



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