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Ten Ways to Get the Most out of Mountain Bikes
By Travel Guy
With mountain bikes currently enjoying a huge surge in popularity, many people are approaching the sport for the first time - but even if you're used to riding road bikes, it can be difficult to know what to look for and what to do when you're planning to ride in a new environment. Here are ten ways to get the most out of your mountain bike:
1. Choose the right bike for you. Don't go straight for the most impressive looking mountain bike you see - choose a bike which fits you properly. Take it for a test ride to make sure it's comfortable.
2. Spend now, save later. You may not want to invest much money in a mountain bike before you're sure how much you'll enjoy riding it, and it's true that the most expensive bikes really only offer an advantage to experienced riders, but it's worth investing in a good, durable bike to avoid having to fork out on repairs later. Most good beginners bikes cost between six hundred and eight hundred dollars.
3. Get the right wheels. Obviously, the wheels will take more wear than anything else. Choose the tires for your mountain bike based on how much off-road riding you expect to do and the type of terrain you'll encounter on the trails which appeal to you.
4. Ease off on the brakes. To ride a mountain bike effectively you need to learn how to cruise. It may not feel that way, but in general, the faster you're going the more stable you are. Let your bike take the strain on long downhill slopes and use that momentum for the next rise.
5. Learn about local trails. It's no good getting a mountain bike for vacations and then not really knowing how to use it. There are mountain bike clubs all over the world which can direct you to the best trails near your home.
6. Play it safe. It's inevitable that you'll fall sooner or later if you are riding your mountain bike hard. It's of most importance that sure purchase (and wear) a good helmet. Some mountain bikers like to make use of protective padding such as chest protectors, gloves, elbow and knee pads.
7. Look after your mountain bike. Proper storage and regular cleaning can make your bike last a lot longer and give you better performance. Investing a little effort will save you money on repairs.
8. Build up gradually. You may feel tempted to spend all day riding when you first get a mountain bike. Your muscles can become strained in unexpected ways when riding on the trail. It's important that you get used to the new experience and pace yourself as such. If you strain a muscle it could sideline you for weeks.
9. Develop a taste for adventure. Your mountain bike can take you to places you may never have thought of going before. Mountain bike clubs and magazines can advise you on the wide range of new riding experiences now open to you.
10. Have fun! A regular bike may simply be a tool for keeping fit or getting to work, but mountain bikes are all about having a good time!
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