| Mountain biking is now one of the most popular | | | | terrain, you should still protect yourself just in case. |
| hobbies because it allows you to get outside, enjoy | | | | Plan to buy a car rack or truck rack if you live far |
| the environment, meet new people and get some | | | | from any available trails. Doing so will allow you to |
| exercise at the same time. If you are a beginner and | | | | easily transport your mountain bikes. Roof racks |
| do not have your own bike and are unfamiliar with | | | | offer the flexibility of having your bike accessible |
| mountain bikes, you should learn the basics first. | | | | quickly. However, it is difficult for some to live their |
| Mountain bikes are available in many shapes and sizes | | | | mountain bikes to place them on their car's roof. In |
| and come with a wide range of price tags. Some | | | | this case, a trunk rack may be a better choice. |
| bikes have thick tires that soften the impact of | | | | You will need to buy a bottle rack for your mountain |
| high-intensity riding and are excellent to use on rides | | | | bike as it is hard work so you are likely to get very |
| where you will spend most of your time on rough | | | | thirsty. You need to have a place on your bike to |
| and uneven terrain. Other mountain bikes have thin | | | | store water that is immediately accessible that way |
| tires and are ideal if you plan to ride mostly on a | | | | you can stay hydrated during your ride. |
| smooth surface such as pavement. | | | | You may want to also pick up some tools to carry |
| A sturdy and durable helmet is one of the most | | | | with you on rides. You may find the need to adjust |
| important things that you will need. Biking helmets are | | | | the height of your seat or the need to fix a flat tire |
| usually lightweight so they won't feel too heavy or | | | | in the middle of your ride. Buy a small bike pump and |
| uncomfortable. Most helmets are made partially out | | | | an extra inner tube. Your mountain bike can get a flat |
| of hard Styrofoam with a plastic outside so they can | | | | at any time, so you will want to be prepared. |
| protect your head and not cause any discomfort. | | | | Mountain bikes are an exciting adventure so plan |
| It is easy to fall off mountain bikes especially if you | | | | ahead to make the right decisions to get the most |
| are a beginner so knee and elbow pads will come in | | | | out of it. Purchasing the right kind of mountain bike |
| handy. Plan ahead to protect any areas that may feel | | | | for your personal needs is the beginning. Stocking up |
| the impact as mountain biking can carry some risks | | | | on all of the biking gear you will need ensures both |
| and hazards. Even if you are not riding on rough | | | | your safety and fun when you ride. |