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1. Choose the right bike for you. Dont go straight for the most impressive looking mountain bike you see - choose a bike which fits you properly. Take it for a test ride to make sure its comfortable. 2. Spend now, save later. You may not want to invest much money in a mountain bike before youre sure how much youll enjoy riding it, and its true that the most expensive bikes really only offer an advantage to experienced riders, but its worth investing in a good, durable bike to avoid having to fork out on repairs later. Most good beginners bikes cost between six hundred and eight hundred dollars. 3. Get the right wheels. Obviously, the wheels will take more wear than anything else. Choose the tires for your mountain bike based on how much off-road riding you expect to do and the type of terrain youll encounter on the trails which appeal to you. 4. Ease off on the brakes. To ride a mountain bike effectively you need to learn how to cruise. It may not feel that way, but in general, the faster youre going the more stable you are. Let your bike take the strain on long downhill slopes and use that momentum for the next rise. 5. Learn about the local trails. There isnt much point in buying a mountain bike and not knowing where and how to ride it. Mountain bike clubs are sprouting up all over the world and they can recommend the best trails for you to ride on in your locale. 6. Play safe. If youre riding your mountain bike hard, its inevitable that youll fall sooner or later. Investing in a good helmet can make all the difference. Some mountain bike riders also like to wear protective pads - and dont forget to wear sunscreen when biking in hot weather. 7. Look after your bike. Cleaning and storing your mountain bike correctly can make it perform better and last much longer. You will save money on repairs by investing some time and effort. 8. Build up slowly. When you first get a mountain bike you may feel tempted to spend all day riding it. However, riding off-road can strain your muscles in unexpected ways. Pace yourself as you get used to the experience - you dont want to strain a muscle and end up being unable to ride at all for weeks. 9. Develop a taste for adventure. Your mountain bike can take you to places you may never have thought of going before. Mountain bike clubs and magazines can advise you on the wide range of new riding experiences now open to you. 10. Have fun! A regular bike may simply be a tool for keeping fit or getting to work, but mountain bikes are all about having a good time! Sources:- http://www.dirtworld.com/ |
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