To make the bike trip comfortable, you need to choose the right accessories for your iron friend.
Tools
Equipping a bicycle begins with ensuring its operability. When you go for a walk, do not forget to take a set of patches, a pump, a set of keys and mounting blades. All this inventory will save you in case of bike breakdown.
Safety
The safety of the cyclist is important, so take care of yourself by placing reflectors on the wheels and steering wheel so that you can be seen on the road at night. To see the road well, you can attach a flashlight to the steering wheel.
Protection
Even if you consider yourself an experienced cyclist, even in this case, protect your head with a helmet: it will protect you from injury in case of a possible fall.
When choosing a bicycle helmet, pay attention to the system of straps that should be tightly fixed on your head — this will be the key to safety.
Install the wings over the wheels so that when driving off-road or in rainy weather you do not get dirty with dirt.
Now let's talk about protecting a loyal friend — a bicycle. Buy a cable lock to chain the bike to an immovable object if necessary. You can also bind the wheel and steering wheel, making the bike stationary.
Convenience
Some accessories make life much easier for a bicycle enthusiast. So that your hands do not get tired and do not slip off the steering wheel, purchase grips — foam or rubber nozzles on the steering wheel.
Gloves with shortened fingers will be a good addition to the nozzles. The saddle of a mountain bike, as a rule, is uncomfortable, during the ride the weight will be transferred to the steering wheel and pedals. If you like comfort, then a pad made of soft fabric will be an excellent helper.
Backpack or bag
A good friend for a cyclist is a backpack, but if for some reason you don't like to ride with a backpack, then a basket trunk can be a good alternative. It is positioned to the left above the front wheel.
If you choose a backpack, then give preference to an accessory with a back ventilation system. It is important that there are compartments for a water bottle, a phone, and so on.
Water Bottle
On the frame or on the steering wheel, you can fix a bicycle bottle using frame holders. Plastic flasks are not as high-quality as metal ones, but they are more convenient to handle.
Flasks made of metal are equipped with a loop for attaching to a backpack.
Glasses
Special glasses protect the cyclist from the sun, wind and glare.
You should have all this kit, especially if you often ride a bike or travel long distances. If you are riding a bicycle outside the city, riding along forest paths, or even going to a sanatorium, a recreation center or a dacha, be sure to take care of your comfort and safety.
By the way, it's a pleasure to ride a bike in Novaya Istra.
