It was in 1817 when the velocipede or draisine was made, a slender device made of wood and iron tires placed in a straight line. Velocipede means fast foot in Latin. Its rider would sit almost utterly erect and the device can be driven by pushing off the ground as if he was walking or running.
From the 1880s to the 1890s, bicycles became very popular as the safety bike was developed. Now, we use bicycles as just merely one of the ways to travel, to work out, or for recreation, all comfortable with all the improved gears and Ibera Pakrak bags. Sometimes we underestimate the power of cycling and forget the necessary things we should to maintain the good old bicycle. The following are some tips on how to be a responsible biker.
The ABC Quick Check must be the first priority of a biker before he takes the seat. ABC Quick Check stands for Air, Brakes, Cranks, Quick releases, and Check test rides. Your tires, brakes, chains and cranks should all be properly maintained and must work the way they should before anything else. Your bike can be as deadly as a motorcycle if you are not giving it the proper care.
Your cranks should be pulled away from the bike when examining its looseness. Check if the bolts need to be tightened. Replace rusty chains. Take a little ride to see if everything is working fine.
The side straps of your helmet should just be below your ears, about a half inch or less. The chin strap should also be a half inch under your chin with your mouth closed. These straps are important as it would be pointless to use the helmet without those, the same way seatbelts work. Never skimp on head protection.
Make comfort, not fashion, your priority when you are riding. You can wear your everyday clothes if you do not like the fancy cycling gear. Tight clothes can cause irritation due to frequent rubbing, but avoid loose clothing all the same as they should be kept away from the chain.
Pack a patch kit and a spare tube for double certainty, in case of a flat tire or when your fellow riders may need your help. You will never know when a patch kit plus a spare tube will be needed. You will also need tire levels in order to complete the tire changing job. They are small tools and can easily fit in your bike bag.
Bring sunscreen if you know it will be cruelly hot outside. Use a horn or a bell when warning or giving out signs during road travel. Secure a U Lock to avoid loss and theft. Pack your calories with a supply of high energy food such as power bars, cereal bars, bread, cheese, and chocolate bars.
The choice in selecting your handlebar should depend on your reason for biking. If you are going for performance, opt for a lower handlebar. For maximum comfort, go for a higher handlebar. Bicycle seats are also gender specific, so you may want to explore your options before purchasing one as they are all designed uniquely and diversely.
From the 1880s to the 1890s, bicycles became very popular as the safety bike was developed. Now, we use bicycles as just merely one of the ways to travel, to work out, or for recreation, all comfortable with all the improved gears and Ibera Pakrak bags. Sometimes we underestimate the power of cycling and forget the necessary things we should to maintain the good old bicycle. The following are some tips on how to be a responsible biker.
The ABC Quick Check must be the first priority of a biker before he takes the seat. ABC Quick Check stands for Air, Brakes, Cranks, Quick releases, and Check test rides. Your tires, brakes, chains and cranks should all be properly maintained and must work the way they should before anything else. Your bike can be as deadly as a motorcycle if you are not giving it the proper care.
Your cranks should be pulled away from the bike when examining its looseness. Check if the bolts need to be tightened. Replace rusty chains. Take a little ride to see if everything is working fine.
The side straps of your helmet should just be below your ears, about a half inch or less. The chin strap should also be a half inch under your chin with your mouth closed. These straps are important as it would be pointless to use the helmet without those, the same way seatbelts work. Never skimp on head protection.
Make comfort, not fashion, your priority when you are riding. You can wear your everyday clothes if you do not like the fancy cycling gear. Tight clothes can cause irritation due to frequent rubbing, but avoid loose clothing all the same as they should be kept away from the chain.
Pack a patch kit and a spare tube for double certainty, in case of a flat tire or when your fellow riders may need your help. You will never know when a patch kit plus a spare tube will be needed. You will also need tire levels in order to complete the tire changing job. They are small tools and can easily fit in your bike bag.
Bring sunscreen if you know it will be cruelly hot outside. Use a horn or a bell when warning or giving out signs during road travel. Secure a U Lock to avoid loss and theft. Pack your calories with a supply of high energy food such as power bars, cereal bars, bread, cheese, and chocolate bars.
The choice in selecting your handlebar should depend on your reason for biking. If you are going for performance, opt for a lower handlebar. For maximum comfort, go for a higher handlebar. Bicycle seats are also gender specific, so you may want to explore your options before purchasing one as they are all designed uniquely and diversely.
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