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As awesome as it sounds, its really not a good idea to just hop on and go. Having these essentials will ensure you a happy and well prepared ride so that you're self sufficient to take on anything that comes your way. Photo courtesy of RLevans via Flickr5. Flashing Red Rear Lights and Bright Head LightAbsolutely a safety necessity, flashing red rear lights alerts drivers and other cyclists where you are. Weather conditions, time of day and lighting are all variables that change every moment, make sure you're letting people on the road know you're there. A bright head light can mean the di …
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Photo Courtesy of Ricardo Cuppini via FlickrWhy are there different bike gears? Using the right gear will help you navigate different types of terrain and hills with ease and make for a seemingly effortless ride - so you can be out longer and conquer more distance. Bicycles have four general types of gearing systemsSingle Speed : The bicycle has a single gear ratio. On a single speed bike, there is one size chainring in the front; and a smaller size sprocket in the back, which has the ability to turn independently in reverse without the pedals. This is called "freewheel". Freewheel means …
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Photo Courtesy of Mollybeee via FlickrRiding Without a HelmetYour head is the most important part of your body, why wouldn't you protect it as much as possible?! WEAR YOUR HELMET folks!! You could be the best cyclist in the world, but that won't protect you from the countless terrible drivers or freak accidents waiting to happen. Protect that noggin!Forget to Announce When You PassIt's not nice to sneak up on people, same goes for when you're on the bike. Wearing Noise Canceling Earbuds / Headphones Situational awareness! When you're outside on the streets, you need to be able t …
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Cyclists love to travel, it's in the very nature of cycling. It follows that many cyclists are avid jetsetters and want to conquer paths around the world. You can cycle from anywhere to ALMOST anywhere, and for everywhere else across the oceans, the most efficient way is by plane. Here are some tips on best practices to taking your bike with you on a flight. Photo Courtesy of Nigel Murray via FlickrFine PrintEvery airline has their own rules for transporting luggages, and will most likely have specific parameters and rules for bicycles. Expect to pay extra on all of the airlines to travel …
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Bike Parking and Location!The most important aspect about bike parking? Locks! The second most important? Let's find out about bike parking and location.Look for Parking RacksIdeally, you should park your bike in a specified "parking rack." These metallic structures feature several slots, each of which is intended to fit a bike tire. You can ride your bike up to a rack, place the front tire inside, and then secure it with a chain lock. Parking your bike in a designated area such as this will give you peace of mind knowing that it's safe and secure.Look for CorralsIf no parking racks …
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