Mountain Bike Pedals And Shoes

Mountain Biking Accessories

It can be a bit overwhelming when you first start walk into a bike store to buy your first mountain bike and accessories as there is so much choice.

There is a vast range of mountain biking extras and other products related to biking which you can buy It’s not a question of what looks cool it’s about the safety, enjoyment and your budget for your accessories, so don’t be drawn in by the sales staff. When hitting the trails you need to consider accessories carefully the following is a good guide.

Bike Helmet

One of the most important accessory for mountain biking is the bike helmet. You should never go biking without a helmet. There have been many people who have experienced a serious head injury, when it could have been prevented by wearing a helmet.

Mountain bike helmets are stylish and comfortable people who ride on trails wears one.

Mountain Bike Gloves

Your hands can take a beating no matter what season you ride in. People who are just starting out will usually keep a tight grip on the handle bars which can be very uncomfortable for their hands. When you crash, your hands will be the first thing to hit the ground – and everyone crashes at some point. Having mountain bike gloves are an essential accessory as they will take most of the impact. 

Mountain Bike Shorts

Your rear end will be quite uncomfortable, you’ll notice this after the first few mountain bike rides you take. Even though your body will adjust, bike shorts are great to have as they will help keep it at a bare minimum. You can get some very comfortable shorts making them ideal for your mountan bike rides

Mountain Bike Shoes

Depending on the type of pedals you have and the type of riding you do, you’ll want to pick your mountain bike shoes accordingly.
You’ll want to get shoes to accept the special cleat for your pedals, if your bike has clipless type pedals. Ensure they are durable, comfortable and have a stiff sole for better efficiency , if they are all these things then they are a sign of good mountain bike shoes. Dependant on the terrain you’ll be riding you need to ensure you get the right sort of shoes

Eye Protection

You can run off the trail in a matter of seconds if you get something in your eye. Sunglasses or clear lenses glasses can help keep your eyes safe from debris, as well as protect them from the wind. Ensure you buy glasses which are non-breakable

Hydration System

Hydration backpacks or a water bottle are a good thing to take with you. It’s very easy to get dehydrated so you should always bring water with you and drink it on the trail to ensure that your body stays properly hydrated at all times.

Trail Repair Kit

It’s easy to get stuck in the woods or on the trail if you don’t bring the proper repair kit for your bike. To ensure you have all senarios covered bring a multi-tool desisgned for bike repair, tyre levers and a patch kit for mending flat tyres.

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