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August 11, 2010 By skg Leave a Comment

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Should I get a fixed gear bike or a Trek Road bike?

Im trying to decide if I should get a Trek 1.1 road bike or a really nice fixed gear bike. What are the advanteges and disadvanteges.

Answer
To be honest, I would never buy a fixed gear bike if you could help it. It really limits everything you can do with the bike. To name a few of the problems: It only has 1 spinning speed (meaning once you hit a certain speed, it is very uncomfortable to continue pedaling. Think of going down hill in first gear, feels like the chain is off the hook.), you can’t tackle hills very well, you can’t attain higher coasting speeds for group rides, etc.

My fiance and I both just recently bought Trek 1.1s. (Men’s and women’s) They are a good entry level bike that won’t break the bank, but give you a good feeling of the sport. There are several problems with the Trek 1.1 if you are speaking from an experienced rider standpoint, but you probably couldn’t tell me what they were until you knew more. (It is an aluminum fork instead of carbon fiber. A new biker can’t really tell the difference. The shifters are on the higher position so you can’t change gears down in your more aggressive stance. Again, a new biker probably wouldn’t even know you could have gears in your lower stance. Things like that.)

All in all? Trek 1.1 is a good entry level bike. If you are willing to spend a little bit more cash, you should probably get the Trek 1.2. A lot of the things I mentioned above, are “fixed” in the 1.2. However, you are spending maybe an additional $200 to get a carbon frame and better gear shifting positions. If you don’t think that is worth it as a newbie? Don’t worry about it.

The biggest thing I can tell you, is to get biker shorts. Also, learn how to ride properly before judging the comfort level of the seat. Many people will go out and ride it and say that the seat is garbage, or it is too hard, or that its cheap. They don’t understand that road bike seats aren’t meant for comfort. The padding is in the shorts, so get a good pair of shorts. Also, when cycling, you need to be in a more forward stance. The weight should be on your arms and legs, not on your tailbone/butt. Also, of course you will just have to get used to it. Your butt will be sore for a bit until you get used to it.

Hope this helps.

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Mountain Biking Accessories

August 4, 2010 By skg Leave a Comment

When you first start out with mountain biking, it can be a bit overwhelming when you walk into a bike store to buy your first mountain bike and see all of the available accessories you’ll need when you first start riding.

There are several mountain biking accessories and related products that you can purchase. Although the sales staff will try to sell you anything they can, the real question for those on a budget isn’t what’s cool, but what accessories you need to make your rides more safe and enjoyable. By starting with these accessories, you’ll be just fine when you hit the trails.

Bike helmet
The bike helmet is the most important mountain biking accessory that you can buy. No one should ever be on a bike without a helmet. There have been many people who have experienced serious head injury, when it could have prevented by wearing a helmet. All mountain bike helmets are comfortable and stylish and everyone who rides on the trails wears one.

Mountain bike gloves
No matter what season you ride in, your hands can take a beating. Beginners will normally keep a death grip on the handle bars, which can be very brutal for their hands. When you crash, your hands will be the first thing to hit the ground – and everyone crashes at some point. Mountain bike gloves are a must have accessory, as they will take the beating for you.

Mountain bike shorts
After the first few mountain bike rides you take, you’ll notice that your rear end will be quite uncomfortable. 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 shorts that are very comfortable, making them a great addition to your mountain bike ride.

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. If your bike has clipless type pedals, you’ll want to get shoes to accept the special cleat for your pedals. Good mountain bike shoes are durable, comfortable, and also a stiff sole for better efficiency when pedaling. Also, you should make sure to get the right shoe for the terrain you’ll be riding in as well.

Eye protection
If you get something in your eye, you can run off the trail in a matter of seconds. Sunglasses or clear lensed glasses can help keep your eyes safe from debris, as well as protect them from the wind. When you buy your glasses, make sure they are non-breakable.

Hydration system
Bringing a water bottle or hydration backpack with you is always a great idea. 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 be on the safe side, bring a multi-tool designed for bike repair, tire levers, and a patch kit for fixing flat tires.

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How can I get good biking directions online?

I was wondering say I want to go from on place to another in the city. By car driving directions, you would have to pass bridges and high ways where bikes are not allowed. How can one get directions to go from one location to another with biking directions?

Answer
if you are in a country not covered by mapquest, try maps.google.com and select directions to be “walking” rather than “by car”. It will take highway speeds out of the the algorithm to find the best route, although it will still only account for road directions mostly (ie. dedicated bike/walking paths may not be included).

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Dirt Bike Accessories for Rider And Bike

August 1, 2010 By skg Leave a Comment

If you want to look the part of an off-road rider, you obviously need to acknowledge that the combination of a T-shirt, jeans and sports shoes does not make the cut. As such, you need to make some essential additions to your wardrobe. Although dirt bike accessories personify the bad boy look, their objective is also to protect the rider from common mishaps such as scraps and falls. It is only when the rider goes a little overboard and becomes a Transformer look-alike, thus raising eyebrows from family, friends and neighbors.

Being on a bike, the most important factor is safety at all times. As such, a sturdy helmet is one of the many essential elements. Depending on the nature of the off-road, you may require a pair of goggles to keep out dirt and mud from getting into your eyes and obstructing your vision. Since riding on rough terrain is quite strenuous on the body, protectors for knees, elbows, wrists, torsos and necks are ideally worn to absorb the shakes and vibrations. Once all vital parts are properly addressed, a jacket, pant suit, gloves and boots are added to the combination. Composed of tough and protective material, you are protected as you maneuver your bike through bushes and branches, and any falls along the journey. Colors and patterns are up to your fancy. This is where one is given free hand to express himself as he is completely unrecognizable to the public eye once everything is put on.

Once the rider is fully attired, the bike also deserves its chance to be dressed up. Reasons for adding dirt bike accessories to the bike itself are similar in reason to its rider. Accessories function as body protectors to the bike during the ride itself as well as deliver practical use and a fashion statement of sorts. Although a basic exhaust pipe is sufficient, why not install an anodized pipe with customized designs? If you participate in dirt bike racing, appropriate-sized numbers are to be attached onto your helmet, suit and bike. When storing your bike, an alternative to the kickstand is an independent bike stand. To work on your bike, a bike stand which doubles up as a work stand with hydraulics is ideal.

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How do you start dirt biking?

I’m 16 years old and I’m looking for a fun hobby. Dirt biking seems like a lot of fun but I’m not sure how I would get started with it. Could I just go to a trail and rent a bike? Or do I have to buy one, take a class, and then start biking? Also, is dirt biking particularly hard? I don’t want to really race I just want to bike offroad.

Answer
I think you would have to take a class, if you don’t it’s a big risk

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MSR Apparel and FMF Offroad Gear and Accessories

July 13, 2010 By skg Leave a Comment

First a peek into the MSR collection:

If you love digging your hands into ATV Motocross Accessories or even offroad gear bags then you will love MSR’s range of Motorcycle Accessories. Each of these Motorcycle Accessories and Motocross Apparel is designed keeping in mind the serious and dedicated motocross rider. http://www.idealhere.com

MSR has brought out a wide range of Motorcycle Accessories that can accentuate any motocross riding experience. For example, their range of ATV Motocross Accessories and mounts as well as handlebars enhances the look and feel of any motocross bike. The ATV Motocross Accessories from MSR includes steel shift levers in Kawasaki and Yamaha brands. They even have interesting Motorcycle Accessories like aluminum handlebars made in black, titanium and silver varieties. Their range of Motorcycle Accessories also includes gifting items as well as novelties like keychains which are available in polished and black varieties.

Motorcycle Tires and accessories:

When it comes to Motorcycle Tires you only want access to the best set of Motocross Accessories because the entire ride depends on the Motorcycle Tires. MSR has a fine collection of Motorcycle Tires accessories such as heavy duty Motorcycle Tires tubes, available in various diameters. MSR also has a fine collection of Motocross Accessories such as tie downs. Their range of handlebars and dirt bike parts like mounts come in exclusive colors like black, silver, titanium with low, high and medium variations of color.

Offroad gear from MSR:

MSR also has a fine collection of offroad gear that is sure to make heads turn with jealousy! The range of gear includes Motocross Boots designed for men as well as kids. They even have a cool range of Motocross protective gear like chest protectors and helmets. Their range of chic looking Motorcycle gloves is available for men and kids too. There are various different types of multiple offroad gear manufactured by MSR such as chemicals, decals, various Motocross Accessories as well as engine parts like air filter, shift lever and several others. MSR also manufactures Motorcycle Exhaust such as Motorcycle Exhaust springs and muffler packing etc.

FMF: exclusive Motorcycle Exhaust and Motocross Accessories for everyone!

FMF has been known for manufacturing high end and very high quality Motocross Accessories that stand the test of time. Their range of Motorcycle Exhaust parts and other dirt bike parts has earned them a distinct reputation of being the leading providers of all offroad gear. FMF Motorcycle Exhaust

For all the riding enthusiasts FMF has a fine collection of Motorcycle Exhaust parts. Some of the popular varieties of Motorcycle Exhaust include the Dual Motorcycle Exhaust Carbon Fiber, Motorcycle Exhaust Blue and several other varieties. The Motorcycle Exhaust Blue varieties have the lightest system in the market yet which makes these very advantageous. The power output is much improved in these Motorcycle Exhaust and the angle cut canister provides more compactness. The PowerBomb Header which has been factory forwarded Titanium powered is fantastic. The mounting design is exclusive on this Motorcycle Exhaust and these can be easily serviced for re-packing requirements.

Grips and tools and other dirt bike parts: http://www.idealhere.com/wholesale-Fairing_c111780

FMF has a fine range of dirt bike parts for the offroad enthusiast such as various grips and tools. The grips from FMF come in Ergo, Velocity varieties and come in colors such as black, blue, silver, red, yellow and several other colors. The range of offroad gear such as FMF tools are also unique. The FMF Silencer End Plug is compatible with almost all 2 as well as 4 stroke engines. This is because of the super compatible silencer wash plug on this offroad gear. In addition FMF also has a fine collection of dirt bike parts such as handlebars like ATV grips which come in black, red and blue colors. Each grip has a half waffle grip that provides conventional support. The pad is very shock absorbent and the diamond shaped knurling covers the non-waffled parts for better traction between grip and glove. FMF also has a fine range of Motocross Accessories like the FMF Trailer Hitch Cover which comes in red color. FMF also manufacturers really nice Motocross Apparel such as shirts, shorts, pants, sweatshirts etc. They also have a cool range of Motocross Accessories such as adult caps, decals, various gifts and novelty items as well!

MSR has brought out a wide range of wholesale accessories Accessories that can accentuate any motocross riding experience. For example, their range of ATV Motocross Accessories and mounts as well as handlebars enhances the look and feel of any yamaha motorcycle fairing bike.

Can bullhorn handlebars go on a non fixed gear bike?

I just got a ten speed vintage schwinn for riding around but it has the absolute worst handlebars. I don’t want those spiral crap bars I want some nice bullhorns but I’ve never seen them on any other bike but a fixed gear and I don’t want to convert it like some hipster would. Does anyone know if bullhorn (fixed gear) handlebars would work just fine on a non fixed gear bike?

Answer
If you have the shifters on the down tubes or the handle bar stem you can use anything you want. If the race bars are uncomfortable it is probably due to the wrong size bike.

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Accessories for Your Motorcycle

June 29, 2010 By skg Leave a Comment

There are so many wonderful motorcycle accessories to choose from, you definitely can make your bike look original, even if it is one of thousands that are designed exactly the same when you purchase it. Some motorcycle accessories are optional and some you need to purchase without exception.

Safety accessories are something you should invest your money the day you purchase a motorcycle or before. If you can’t afford the safety equipment, then you don’t need the bike! You will need to purchase a good quality helmet that fits you properly. You can get one customized to match your bike if you like. They are available in a variety of colors and designs so you won’t have any problem finding one that suits your style.

There are other motorcycle accessories that you can purchase if you like for safety, but they aren’t mandatory. Full riding suits that are flame resistant and very protective are a great option. You will find sunglasses, goggles, gloves, knee pads, chaps, and more. Many of these safety accessories will make riding your motorcycle more comfortable. It is a good idea to purchase some rain gear as well.

Do you plan to travel a great deal on your motorcycle? How do you plan to carry your necessities? There are many motorcycle accessories to choose from to take care of this for you. For short trips, consider purchasing a motorcycle back pack. There are also a variety of leather pouches and travel gear that attach to your motorcycle. Many of them are removable so you can easily add them when you travel.

Riding your motorcycle is supposed to be enjoyable, so make sure you are comfortable. My husband finally got the dream bike he had always wanted only to discover that the seat was uncomfortable when riding it for more than an hour. We invested a couple hundred dollars in a custom seat so that he could get more enjoyment out of the bike. If you often have a passenger on your motorcycle, consider installing a back rest bar. An additional set of foot pegs on the front of your motorcycle can help you stay comfortable as well on a long ride. They are perfect for stretching out.

There are also a variety of motorcycle accessories to help you customize the look of your motorcycle. Decals are very common, and they are quite simple to put on. Choose from stripes, flames, and many other great designs. You may decide to have a custom design painted onto your motorcycle rather than using decals. There are also a variety of chrome pieces you can replace standard ones on your bike with.

Deciding on the right accessories for your motorcycle is going to take some time. Look at the options available as well as the quality of the brand you are looking at. In most cases, you are better off saving your money to purchase quality accessories rather than paying less for poor quality. It can be fun customizing your motorcycle to your own personal look. Just don’t forget to invest in those important safety accessories first.

You can purchase motorcycle accessories anywhere that sells motorcycles. You can also request catalogs from motorcycle manufacturers. The internet also offers you the chance to look at thousands of styles of motorcycle accessories to choose from.

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Dirt biking gear help!!!!?

I need dirtbiking boots and i want to know if my foot size with regular shoes would be the same size as boots.

Answer
make allowance for heavy socks.. wear the heavy socks when you go to try on the boots….

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Latest Trend in Bike Accessories

June 19, 2010 By skg Leave a Comment

Many people like cycling for various reasons. Their reasons for cycling could range from pleasure to their desire for fitness and health benefits. Some people like cycling for competition while others opt for cycling because it helps them to relax.

These various reasons tell that cyclists have different characters. As people show their personality by their clothing, cyclists or bikers also express their biking or cycling personality by the gears which they usually use. There are many best gadgets or gears for cyclists and bikers out there. Among them many gears are important for some people but not for others. So, the gadgets that I’m mentioning here are going to concentrate on the various gears for different cyclists out there.

1. Atech has introduced a separable gps. It is really helpful to know about the path that you are using. This device shows the global position of the biker with in 32 feet. Atech detachable bike gps also measures the height of the terrain from sea level (altitude).

2. Another nice gadget is for the electric folding bicycle. Actually this gear is not a gear but it is a folding bike. It is best for the people who likes biking for pleasure and enjoy the beauty and scenery of the trail. This folding electric bicycle has an assistance mode to help the rider during extreme uphill rides. This bicycle contains an AC charger. You can easily fold the bike which makes transportation easier.

3. Another cool gadget is a lock. It is a perfect gadget for all bikers and is also called Pinhead bubble lock. Pinhead bubble lock is a complete set. This lock can lock various bike parts by using just a single key. You can also use the key for opening bottle caps. This cool lock makes locking your bike stylish.

4. Jerseys for women bike riders which are also known as Assos SS. Lady are specifically designed jerseys for women having a large display of colors that attracts many women bikers. This jersey also contains a pocket for MP3 player and kangaroo pocket.

5. Lavod MP3 is another gadget for bikers out there. Riding your bike while listening to music using ear or headphone can cause accident. To avoid these accidents this device can prove really helpful as it acts as a speaker and an MP3 player. It also has 2GB memory, so you can also store you favorite music.

6. VDO A4+ is also a cool gadget for bikers. VDO A4+ is simple computer that counts the miles traveled and also monitor the bike’s speed. If you are biking for burning down calories, then VDO A4+ is a must have gadget for you.

This is a small list of gadgets used by bikers and cyclists. These are my favorite gadgets so I have mentioned them here. You can find several other best gadgets for yourself that suits you. You can also find the details about other gadget by searching on websites.

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how many calories would i loose biking 5 miles on the highest gear?

i am 13 and i bike really fast and my bmi is 20.3 and i am 5’7″ i exersise a lot but i really have a lot of belly fat and i want it off. dont say i am skinny cuz u have not seen me naked (i hope =]) thanks

Answer
It will depend on your weight, the bike, the terrain, the wind, and your fitness level. Ridding in the highest gear is not the best thing to do. You want a gear that easy to pedal at 70 – 90 rpm’s. You want to ride in the gear that gets your breathing to the point where you can still talk but not sing. You want a gear that keeps your breathing up and doesn’t hurt your legs. Diet is just important as exercise, a single cheese burger, a large fries and a med coke will take 35 miles to burn off.

http://www.caree.org/calories.htm

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Latest Trend in Bike Accessories

June 19, 2010 By skg Leave a Comment

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What is the proper chain tension for a fixed gear bike?

I built a fixed gear bike up, and I’m constantly asking my roommate to help me tighten up the chain. what is the right chain tension? how can you tell? is there a way to do it by yourself?

Answer
On an fixed gear you would have either track ends or horizontal dropouts on which the rear axle sits. All you need to do to get rid of that slack chain is to undo the nuts slightly and move the rear wheel back.

You don’t want the chain super taught though, as this increases friction on the drivechain, thus making it less efficient and causing it to wear at an increased rate.

There is no “right chain tension”. Too tight and you’ll get the above, too loose and the chain might try and jump off the chainring if the chainline isn’t perfect.

re: wesinator500 – You cannot use a chain tensioner on a fixed geared bike.

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Lockhart The Best Motocross Accessories You Can Get

June 1, 2010 By skg Leave a Comment

Lockhart has a stunning collection of motocross accessories meant to provide the ultimate comfort and riding experience for all motocross riders. Their collection spans street accessories, handlebars, mounts, motorcycle windshields, wheel chocks, tubes and tire accessories as well as plenty more.

Motorcycle tires and tubes

The collection of motorcycle tires from Lockhart is truly impressive. The Lockhart Tire Pen comes in both white and yellow colors and has a special tire lettering pen with it. For all the motocross riders who love to give their motorcycle tires a very racy and sophisticated look. You can fill in the lettering on the motorcycle tires and then create a customized look. These LP USA’s tire pens create a very streamlined sophisticated appearance for your motocross bike.

Handlebars and mounts

The Lockhart collection of handlebars and mounts constitute another popular range of motocross accessories. Some of the most famous and popular styles include the Lockhart Phillips handlebars. These come in exciting collections of colors such as black, blue, red, gold, silver and also carbon. The Lockhart Phillips LP USA barends can help create a sophisticated and customized look to your motocross riding. The bar ends have been made so they do not vibrate and are made up of machined aluminum finished with either knurled or smooth edging. These handlebar motorcycle accessories can be easily fit into any open ended 7 or 8 inches diameter bar. These measure 6 mm by 1 mm and can help dramatically cut down on handlebar vibrations and thus the fatigue that the riders sometimes feel. The throttle can be well protected by these motocross accessories when the bike goes down. These handlebars come in 7 exciting colors and with two beautiful finishes. These can be packed as a pair.

Windshields

The collections of windshields from Lockhart are also exclusive. These motorcycle accessories come in Aluminum Fairing, Aluminum Windshield, Windshield Screw Kit, Wellnut screw and many other variants. For example, the Aluminum Windshield screw kit comes in a beautiful black color and every kit brings along eight button head screws, clear washer, nuts or wellnuts as per choice. The wellnut comes in dimensions 6 mm by 10 mm. You can take you pick of these motocross accessories from 6 vibrant colors. The windshield screw kit with wellnuts can make all windshield installations as easy as it seems. With this kit you get a set of 8 wellnuts and screws.

Other accessories

The collection of miscellaneous motorcycle accessories from Lockhart is impressive too with a mix of license frames, turn signals, tank pads as well as several others. Each of these motocross accessories comes with a superior finish and high strength materials to provide it a long shelf life. Thus, if you are on the lookout for high quality and durable motorcycle accessories which can meet all of your unique requirements then Lockhart is the brand to choose from! The company has been in this business for many decades now and so their quality is unquestionable.

Lockhart has over 4500 distributors Nationwide and you can find the local dealer by searching their Web site.

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How to shift gear perfectly on a two wheeler bike?

I want to know how to shift gears perfectly on a two wheeler bike? I mean i wanted to know when is the correct time say to go from 1st to 2nd gear? I recently got a Yamaha gladiator SS 125cc. I don’t have problem with the top gears but only with 1-2 sometimes.

The bikes gear system is like this
1down
2-5 up
neutral bet 1 – 2

Answer
It takes a bit of practice before you can shift smoothly. It’s easier on some bikes than others.

Do you have a tach? Look at it and decide where to shift. Usually you go up to something like 80% of the redline. But even if you don’t have a tach you can hear where the engine sounds happiest. If it’s -screaming- and it sounds like it’s beating its little heart out, shift up. If it’s lugging (you can feel that), shift down.

Usually you use 1st gear just for starting out. As soon as you are rolling you can shift up to 2nd. You might go back to 1st to drive around a parking lot at 5 mph, or if you’re going up a really steep hill.

1st and 2nd gear have very narrow speed ranges. I mean, if you go up through the gears you might find you use 5th gear for anything over 30 mph. But 1st gear will be used up by, say, 10 mph. It has to do with the ratios. So 1t and 2nd are a little harder to use, to keep the RPMs in their proper range. But this is something else that will come with practice. The more you ride the bike, the better you’ll get at it.

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Motorcycle Accessories For The Smart Rider

May 29, 2010 By skg Leave a Comment

A motorcycle is incomplete without accessories. You need to pep up your motorbike with smart exhausts, chrome rims, air cleaners, sleek saddlebags, transparent windshields and shiny fenders if you want your bike to be noticed. These motorcycle accessories go on the bike. But what about you?

You too need to buy a full set of motorcycle gear for yourself. These accessories should include DOT certified helmets, protective leather jackets, motorcycle boots, motorcycle gloves and UV protected sunglasses.

You have the option to buy the accessories prescribed by the manufacturer. Or you can have them custom-designed. The latter will cost more, but will give your bike a completely personalized look.

Most riders love to change the exhausts first. It is not because the exhausts are sub-standard. On the contrary, the exhausts give bikes a style of their own. That’s why most riders prefer to install exhausts like M4, DD, and Cobra. These exhausts come in a variety of styles and finishes, and can be bought both offline and online.

It is important that when selecting an exhaust you should look at both performance and style. A good idea is to take the advice of experienced riders or bike mechanics. There’s no point in installing an exhaust that may look good but may not last long.

Chrome-plating, of course, is another ball game. You can select the parts that need to be chromed, and get the work done at standard chrome plating shops. Make sure that the plating is smooth, and there are no bubbles on the surface.

You can also consider installing windshields. These are especially useful in windy conditions. The only thing that you must make sure is that they should be made of clear plastic and should not obstruct vision.

You also need to spend some time on helmets. More than looks, you should see that the helmets fit your head closely. They should also stay on the head, and not roll off on impact. Also, if you want to go for a full face helmet you must ensure that you have a clear view. It should not be blocked by the helmet’s shield. A good way is to keep the helmet on for about 20 minutes or so. This will give you an idea of comfort levels.

Sunglasses are equally important accessories. They not only keep out glare but also protect your eyes from dust and flying insects, not to mention harmful UV rays. Also, you should not forget gloves and boots. Both are critical. Without good quality leather gloves, your fingers will go numb in the winters. Similarly, the boots not only protect you from serious injuries but also keep your ankle and feet protected from rain. Finally, you should go for leather jackets that have some armor protection on elbows and shoulders.

You are ready to ride out – in style and safely — once you have all this.

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I need to find a good fixed-gear bike for cheap. Is there one around 2 to 3 hundred?

I’m looking for a cheap but well worth it fixed gear bike for a beginner. $300 is preferred.

Answer
Bikes Direct has one for $300. Schwinn has a bike called the Cutter for under $300.

http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/trackbikes.htm

http://www.schwinnbike.com/usa/eng/Products/Urban/Fixie/Details/1221-S9CUT-Cutter

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Motorcycling Gear and Accessories

May 28, 2010 By skg Leave a Comment

Motorcycles are unlike any other type of vehicle because of
their design. They typically have two inline wheels which
make them inherently unstable. Aside from that, each type
of motorcycle aims to tackle a particular need or
situation.

Because of that, there are several accessories
that protect the rider and address the demands of his/her
bike. Below is a list of some of them.

1. Crash helmet

- this is by far the most important
accessory that any motorcyclist should have. Since the bike
is unstable, there are more chances of a fatal crash than
any other type of vehicle. For example, there are no
airbags to cushion the impact, not even a seat belt. A
crash helmet is the one which absorbs the impact to the
head in case of an accident. Riding without it could have
fatal consequences.

2. Gloves

- are essential to any rider.
For one, they help keep off cold from the hands when
driving in colder climates. Also, they are tough enough to
protect hands from abrasion in the event of a crash. And
there are specialized varieties that are designed to be
weatherproof.

3. Boots

- more than just adding to a rider’s
cool factor, a pair of motorcycling boots protects the feet
of the rider in the event of a crash. That is why the boots
should be tough enough to protect the feet from abrasion
and impact.

4. Clothing

- motorcycle clothing of old used
to be made of tough leather which does well in protecting
the rider from abrasion during a crash. But more and more
riders now choose clothing that is made of synthetic
materials since they are breathable and addresses some
safety issues associated with riding motorcycles.

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When you shift “up” a gear on a bike the chain moves up the front gears but down the rear gears. Why is that?

With a bike gear setup there are two gears; one large gear at the front of the bike , and one small gear at the rear. When you shift “up” (when you make it harder to pedal) the the chain moves up the front gears but down the rear gears. Why is that? Shouldn’t they both move in the same direction?

Answer
The “size” of the gear is determined by the ratio of the number of teeth on the front chainring to the number of teeth on the rear cog. For instance, if you have the chain on a 44 tooth chainring and a 22 tooth cog, the rear wheel will make two complete revolutions for every one revolution of the pedals. Whereas if you have the chain on a 32 tooth chainring and a 32 tooth cog, the rear wheel will only make one revolution for each revolution that the pedals make. Now, obviously, spinning the rear wheel twice involves more work than spinning it once.

If you move from fewer teeth to more teeth (a bigger chainring) in the front while keeping the rear the same, the back wheel will spin more which means more work. On the other hand, if you move from more teeth to fewer teeth (a smaller cog) on the rear while keeping the front the same, the rear will spin more which means more work.

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