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Cycling for beginners: The basics any beginner cyclists should know

By Lekhaka

Cycling is clearly becoming popular in India. Many have picked up cycling as part of their fitness routines, some to find adventure and a few to find their inner calling the last being subjective, yet a very real quest.

Cycle tours are preferred by many as they can feel the nature more closely. However, cycling for long distances is not an easy task and can't be accomplished by everyone. One needs a good practice and also a passion for this kind of adventure travel.

With more and more riders on the trails and roads, here's a list of cycling tips for beginners that will get you started on a good note.

Find your perfect cycle:

Find your perfect cycle:

PC: Gordon Wrigley

Whether you're looking to cruise on roads, tear up trails, or race, one has to keep a note on how to get started. But most important, do some research, find a bike shop, and try to work with a professional to get what you're looking for.

What you need to check before buying the cycle:

What you need to check before buying the cycle:

PC: Ed Dunens

While picking up your new cycle, please spend some time as different brands may have identical components or frame materials in similar price ranges.

A suitable helmet for every cyclists:

A suitable helmet for every cyclists:

PC: withbeautiful

If you're new to the roads, this is almost more essential than the bike you're riding. Helmets can make all the difference when it comes to safety-but only if you wear them right.

Cycle should be comfortable

Make sure you are not on an ill-fitting ride that will keep you off the roads because of discomfort. Move your seat up so that your feet reach the pedals with only a very slight bend. This is the proper positioning on the bike.

Choose your routes wisely:

Choose your routes wisely:

PC: Tejvan Pettinger

At least in the first couple of weeks, avoid big hills and overly ambitious adventures.

Cycling Jersey:

Cycling Jersey:

PC: Michael Coghlan

Wearing the right clothing will make you feel comfortable. Do invest on a good cycling jersey. These jerseys come with pockets that let you store your money, nutrition and other valuable safely. For beginners, it is better to have padded shorts. If you're going to spend endless hours on the saddle, a good padded short is a must. It will keep you comfortable.

Buy the required tools:

Buy the required tools:

Eye wear

Most of you might assume that cycling glasses is certainly not that important. But these glasses play an important part as much as your cycling jersey, tights or any other accessories.

Handgloves

When you fall, before your head hits the ground, your hands are likely to come in the way. Invest in a good pair of cycling gloves.

Carry a puncture kit (tyre levers, patches or new inner tube, and pump) always with you. Whether a short or long ride, punctures come without a warning and take you by surprise when you least expect them.

Hydration is equally important. So don't forget to hydrate too! Carry one bottle with water.

I hope this article would be of great help. If you think of any tip that should be on this list, do leave a comment and I will surely incorporate your feedback into the article.

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