The New year usually brings a lot of New Year’s resolutions. They are mostly, but not always about getting fit, losing weight or eating better. I have never seen as many people in my gym as on the 2nd of January. No need to say that as of today, 2 weeks into the new year, the situation has normalized again. I’m not sure if these people gave up already or just found a new way to work on their New Year’s resolutions.
This year I will still keep my gym’s membership, but I also want to add some activities that I can do outdoors. Our city is adding more and more bikeways, so cycling seems like a great way to spend some active time outdoors and if you already did not know – cycling has a ton of health benefits!
It’s never late to start living healthier! If you are not a big fan of gyms, you can try activities that can be done elsewhere. Walking, swimming, running and biking are great ways to exercise, burn some calories and have fun and at the same time.
As for any sport, the right gear makes practicing sports much safer and enjoyable. If you are taking up a new activity, stick to the essentials at firs and with time, you can start adding to your kit. To avoid bankruptcy, be smart and shop during the sales. You can’t even imagine how much you can save when buying your helmet, cycling clothing or biking shoes on sale!
We all know that a bike and a helmet are a must for any biker, but there are several other essentials you should keep in mind. The gear you need depends on what kind of cycling you will be practicing. The infographic below gives you a glimpse of some of the most important things you’d need for an enjoyable and safe ride.
Yes, I know it looks like a lot of accessories, but remember that these products make your cycling experience enjoyable and also safe.
Choosing the right gear is essential for any exercise. This is a great post for those who want to cycle.
This is AWESOME! I am just getting back on my bike. I’ve been on the trainer, but I am going to inflate the tires in my mountain bike to take the road salt and actually hit some hills this weekend! Great post!
This is great information!!! I had no idea there was so much gear involved in cycling.
I have a friend who is an avid bicycler, I will make sure to share this insightful info about bike gear with her!
Cycling is a great way to get around and to squeeze in some exercise as well. I hope there would be more bike lanes everywhere. Safety equipment and dedicated bike lanes will make more people choose using a bike than driving a car.
My husband wants to start cycling. I will have to send this to him.
Great post – I do not cycle – at all, but my partner is an avid cycler and has all the ‘gear.’ His bike is worth over £2000! Kaz x
That infographic is awesome! I was just choosing between yoga or cycling this week, I might have to give cycling a try, but now I know of all the gear that makes this possible! Thank you for sharing this!
This is very informative! I have a friend who is an avid bicycler. He should read this to learn more about the right gear for cycling.