If you've ever ridden a bike before
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back on a bike and cruising your community in safety and comfort.
Better Biking Than Ever
The explosion in popularity of road biking?in the last decade has meant new products and new technology that have improved biking enormously. For example,
indexed twist shifters mean no more fooling around with those little levers on
the bar stem to find just the right position - just twist the handle to the next
number and presto- you're shifted! New "flatless" tires reduce the risk of
puncture on the road to absolute minimum. The emergence of "comfort bikes" and
recumbent bicycles with full backrests and plush seats has totally taken the
pain out of riding for older bodies. And there's so much more.
On the other hand, there's more traffic and it's going faster. And
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what's going on around us. However, the recent development of rails to trails
for hiking/biking and the great trails make a terrific time to get back to
bicycling.
Whatever your reasons for biking, there are a few basics you can't avoid. Like finding a bike. Like knowing how to keep it running. Like learning how to
ride safely. And there are some ideas and equipment you'll find helpful in
getting the most out of your rides. I hope this section will help you and your
whole family, including your kids
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Staying Safe
Utility bikers generally take safety more seriously than road bikers, many of whom tend to rely on speed and superhero costumes to keep them from harm.
Perhaps carrying a load of groceries, pulling a trailer or hauling your kids
tends to make you feel more vulnerable on the road. Many riders use one or two
flashing bright blinkies (even in the daytime) and a flag. Another hint is to
avoid rush hour for your shopping trips - bikes are harder for cars to see when
traffic is congested and drivers are stressed out.
Locking Your Bike
One of the problems you'll face as a utility cyclist is a lack of secure facilities for your bike at the stores you visit. Few stores have bike racks;
frequently you'll need to find a tree or pillar to lock your bike to. Stores in
large malls or smaller strip malls usually have light posts in the parking lot
with large concrete bases you can use. Fortunately, there are relatively few
areas where you can expect vandalism, so theft and damage problems are really
minimal.
Mostly you'll have to protect yourself against grab and run thieves
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riders also detach computers, lights, saddles and other valuable accessories and
carry these into the store in their trunk bags. Your patch kit will be small
enough to stow in a seat or handlebar bag, which can be removed and carried with
you. I leave my accessories in place and have not had a problem, nor have I ever
heard of anyone else's accessories being lifted locally. However
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Finally, the sefty is always the main factor that you have to consider no matter how busy or rushing you are. Have some time to consider the things
mentioned in this article and you will?enjoy biking activity without having to
worry at all.
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