There is a vast array of light options available for your bike, depending on whether your goal is to see or to be seen. Bright LED lights last for weeks of riding and let cars know where you are with some even being bright enough to help you see what's in front of you. There are also halogen light packs available for offroading to turn night into day when you are out getting your after hours fix.
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Good To Know: Lights must be used when riding between 30mins after sunset and 30mins before sunrise with both a white or yellow light on the front and red on the back.
Key things to look for when purchasing:
Number of bulbs, Type of battery, Run time, Weight, Type of mounting
Available in many sizes for different applications there is always a pump suitable for your needs. There are specific road pumps and mountain bike pumps as well as ones to do all bikes, with multiple options in size, material and fitting to your bike. For your home a floor pump is a good option for easily pumping up your tyres and its pressure gauge ensures you get it up to exactly want you want for that days ride.
Good to know: Most pumps support both Presta and Schrader types of valves with a slight modification, however there are pumps that take both types without any adjustment's handy when you need to use your pump on multiple bikes.
Type of valve it works on, Valve application, Material of shaft, Length of stroke, Weight, Type of Mounting
Multitools are perfect for on the go fixing or adjustments to ensure you can keep on riding. For the more mechanically minded person there is a tool for any modification you want to do on your bike. Whether just tinkering around or swapping some serious hardware there is an abundance of bike specific tools available to make your job easier.
Good to know: Some tools are specific to certain components, be sure to check what type of components your bike has so you know the right tools you need ,if you have trouble with this a staff member with be able to help you.
Type of application, Material of tool, Strength of tool, Comfort in hand
Lubricating your bike's moving parts prevents premature wear and tear and helps smooth out the metal on metal contacts. Maintenance on your bike is a great habit to get into especially when you are clocking up some reasonable km's , there is a wide ranch of products to be used in between your shop services to keep your bike running in premium condition. There are many types of cleaners from heavy degreasers for your drive train to high lust polishes to bring out the shine in your frame.
Good to know: By using the right lubricants and keeping your bike clean you can hinder wear on your components increasing their life and it also helps in finding problems with your bike i.e. rubbing, loose parts and cracks.
What the lube/cleaner is intended for, How it is applied to the bike, How often you should use it on your bike, Products to use in conjunction
Attaching under the seat they fit almost any bike and are handy for the more permanent items you need when out on a ride such as tubes, tyre levers and multitools. Can be used to fit anything small and is a good place to keep your keys or cellphone instead of having it in the back pocket or your jersey.
Good to know: Most seat packs will fit any bike but to be sure ask a staff member just in case , if you have a rear light check it will still work with a seat pack on (many bags have a clip to attach a light) Carriers can sometimes hinder a seat pack fitting properly.
Size of pack, Fitting for a light, Reflective properties, Ease to get into
Holds all standard sized bottles and can mount on the frame or behind the seat (with a separate fitting). Is an essential item to have to help keep you hydrated and enjoying your ride, can also help personalise your bike with an assortment of colours and styles to choose from.
Good to know: Generally made of aluminium, plastic or carbon they can vary a quite a bit in price so choose wisely as they get a lot of use and are commonly venerable in a crash.
Weight, Access to get bottle, Strength
Carriers are a great way of maximising what you can carry on your bike. You can strap down your load or add pannier bags for the safest storage and best of all they don't add much weight to your bike.
Good to know: Not all bikes can fit carriers, it's best to check with a staff member whether you bike is suitable.
Strength, Mounting points, Mounts for lights
Keep track of almost everything you may wish to know about you and your bike. Whether it be your distance, speed, time, cadence etc. Computers are a good way to keep track of your riding and are great at setting goals to keep to when you are in the saddle. There are also cordless models available to eliminate the need for cables.
Good to know: There are many types of computers with lots of features, figure out what features you would actually use when riding and go from there.
Ease of use, Easy to read when on the move, Number of features, Whether a cable kit is available, Type of mount
Great way of keeping up your fitness on those rainy or cold days. They are excellent to build up endurance over long times without having to change your cadence (pedal revolution speed) and help you improve you cycling technique. There are options that resist using fluid or magnets and have contact via either the tyre or the wheel rim depending on the bike you use.
Good to know: All fit both road and mountain bike wheels however you need to have a slick tyre to use it unless using a rim drive styled trainer. Trainers are aggressive on tyres so use a cheap tyre that you don't mind wearing out relatively quickly.
Stability of trainer, Type of resistance, Remote option, Noise when spinning, Levels of resistance, Attachment system to bike
An essential part to help you get the most out of your riding. There is a range of pre, during and post supplements to get the most out of your body. As you exercise your body uses up a lot of vitamins and minerals making you feel tired and slowing you down, by taking supplements you keep your body topped up with all it needs to get you through to the end. Available in gels, powered drink and bars in a variety of flavours.
Good to know: Read the labels and take at recommended intervals to ensure you get the most out of the product and gain an understanding of how much you will need when you head off on your ride.
Ingredients, Directions of use, Packaging
One of the oldest add ons of a bike, the mudguard is still as practical as it was a century ago. There are multiple types for different riding from the wide dirt catching mountain bike style to the stream lined style for commuting.
Good to know: Check your bike will accommodate mudguards, most will but things like carriers can make fitting a problem. Check how the guard secures as you will not need them on your bike 100% of the time so it is handy when they are easy to remove and reapply.
Type of Mount, Material
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