| Cycling is the best way to combine exercise, fun and | | | | During the process of buying your mountain bike, |
| family time. Many people nowadays enjoy going to | | | | check its frame, seat and handlebars. These should |
| the mountains and find a scenic bike trail to conquer. | | | | be appropriate to your size for you to avoid feeling |
| Thus, it is very essential to choose the proper | | | | cramped. First, in checking the bike frame, stand over |
| mountain bike that would be both appropriate to | | | | the bike using both feet on the solid ground. If you |
| one's physique and comfort. | | | | have an inch or so between the frame and your |
| Before buying your brand new mountain bike, check | | | | crotch, it should be about right. Second, in checking |
| your budget. Make sure that your money is enough | | | | the correct position of the seat, try riding on the |
| to purchase not just the bike, but the accessories as | | | | bike. Your feet should rest naturally above the pedals. |
| well. These include the bike helmet, water bottle, | | | | Make sure that you don't have to move your hips |
| gloves, knee pads and bike lock. Your safety should | | | | side to side to reach for the pedals. And lastly, in |
| always come first. | | | | checking your handlebars, sit on the bike with one |
| Your mountain bike is considered an investment. So, | | | | foot on the pedal and the other on the ground. Your |
| care should be taken in buying your bike. For this | | | | knee should not touch the handlebars. |
| reason, purchase your bike in a reputable cycling | | | | You should also consider if the hand brakes work. |
| shop. Not only the proprietor is an expert in selecting | | | | Always remember to check the wheels. And do not |
| the right bicycle, they will also entertain your | | | | forget to test drive. If you need some adjustments, |
| questions and inquiries about your bike after you | | | | bring it back to the shop. Keep in mind to ask for |
| have taken it home. | | | | some advice on how to solve the minor problems |
| There are two ways to determine if your bike is | | | | you might encounter on the road. You should learn to |
| sized perfectly for you; the bicycle size calculator and | | | | fix your bicycle on your own. |
| bicycle sizing chart. Both ways involve taking your | | | | After purchasing your brand new bicycle, get ready |
| height and bicycling inseam (the distance from the | | | | for your trip. Pack the things that you need. And |
| ground to your crotch) to determine the | | | | enjoy the fresh mountain air! |
| recommended bike frame. | | | | |