Get the Most from Your Bike
by: Patricia Williams on Thu, 30 Apr 2009 at: 11:01 AM Go to: Previous Article Next Article
More than a few people have joined the ranks of cycling enthusiasts and become backyard bike riders. Using your bike, instead of your car, has become a very trendy way to travel. There are so many benefits to riding your bike, even casually, that recent surge in popularity is not surprising.
If you are using a comfort bike or cruiser, you may want to look into adding a basket to the bike. It is a great place to store some biking essentials. Travel wipes or baby wipes hide a multitude of sins and solve as many problems. I usually prefer the flushable or biodegradable type. These wipes can be used to freshen up if you are perspiring, wipe down your bike, or to cool off your bike seat on a hot day.
Another discovery I made if my nephew was born was the keychain sunscreen. I burn easily and have been taught to always protect my skin. Even those of you who are blessed with the ability to tan should put sunscreen on the more sensitive areas of the body. Skin cancer is indiscriminant and should be treated accordingly.
Nothing can kill your ride faster than losing it. Bike theft still happens because theft still happens. You can get a bike lock just about anywhere now it isn't necessary to go to a bike shop to get a good one. Be mindful if locking up too. Try to park in a place that will allow you easy access to your destination. This will discourage criminals and put your mind at ease.
If you plan on taking your bike traveling be sure to do some research on your destination. Just about everyplace has bike trails, greenways or boardwalks where you can ride you bike. You get to know a place a lot better if travel through it by bike instead of by car. I highly recommend bringing your bike on your next vacation.
If your staying home this summer but need a new activity to keep you busy maybe you could start or join a biking club. You don't have to find hard core cyclists for a club. Even finding some other parents and taking the kids out for a ride will do wonders for your soul. Family time on a bike is lots better than family time in front of the TV. Get out there and ride.
Riding your bike is as American as apple pie. All too often, adults lose sight of how much bike riding meant to them as a child. With so many options available, there is no reason to avoid getting out there and going for a ride.
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