Mountian Bike
May/100
How do I start off for bike riding?
I have a bike that is half mountian bike & half road bike. What do I have to do to get starting for riding my bike? For examble I want to ride 20 miles a day. How would I begin training to ride tha far?
If you are trying to ride distance, chances are you going to come across a hill or two. Practice downshifting your gears to the lowest or second to lowest and keep on riding.
The real challenge with hill-climbing on a bike is to keep your feet on the peddles. As your bike slows down, you will have the urge to get off the bike and walk. Don't do this! Remain in your seat and just take it slow. Your balance and your patience will be put to the test, but once you've mastered it, you will be able to ride the steepest hills with total confidense and ease!
Besides learning your gears, make sure you learn pedaling cadence. Riding long distances can take a toll on your body, so learn to pedal at a steady pace; 60 pedals per minute will keep you coasting at a nice speed without wearing you out.
And of coarse check your tire pressure. Keep your tire pressure at or around its maximum pressure. With proper tire pressure you will be able to cover more ground using less effort. A portable pump that straps to your frame is a good investment.
The only other things you really need are a lightweight multitool for quick fixes and a pair of shades to keep your eyes from watering up.
Happy Riding!,
SierraSurfer3
P.S. Don't forget to take it slow after a ride. Do some easy laps on your bike when you get home to cool down instead of heading straight for the shower. I learned this one the hard way once and ended up hobbling blind from the shower to my bed where i passed out for an hour.
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