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What is the best affordable bike for both on the road and light trails?

Posted by Jeff on Jan 28, 2008 in Bike Trails
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D asked:



For me am thinking of bikes that can ride on bike paths and also ride around the city take on dirt trails know that would be good one thanks.

For me am looking to make sure get good for me am looking to buy mountain bike that do not need full suspension bike that would be good one thanks.


Genoveva Fritts

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Tips For Mountain Biking Safety

Posted by Jeff on Jan 22, 2008 in Bike Safety
Jim Brown asked:


We all know that there are a lot of ways that we can follow in order to be safe when mountain biking. It is especially true to always wear your helmet every time you do this. But I guess the most important thing that people should always bear in mind is to have control over all situations. This will really help you if you practice self-control.

You will really have an edge if you’ve got control over all circumstances and events. Otherwise you will only cause unsafe atmosphere to those who are on the same trail as you. If you are in control on the other hand, you will improve safety maneuvers and tricks not only for yourself but also for those who are around you.

As we well may know, mountain biking has attached dangers to it. Despite knowing this fact, we always want to push our limits whatever they may be. However to be hones and true there is only a thin red line between pushing the limits in a safe manner and pushing the limits too far without any thought of all consequences. Here we will know how to improve a safe environment for all mountain bikers.

Have your gears ready: There are many types of equipment you need to ready before going out your way to mountain bike. An example of such equipment would be your helmet most importantly. This will help you a lot to stay safe. You have to remember: Never Go Mountain biking without any helmet on.

Know where your abilities lie: You don’t go mountain biking without knowing your abilities clearly. You have to define what you can and what you cannot do. You don’t just go out there blindly like it’s some kind of kid’s game for you. In order to be safe, you need to know when to stop when you really need to.

Manage your speed: You don’t need full speed to show and impress people that you are an excellent rider. You only need to show them that in your own chosen speed you can do what you can do. Fast speed is not something to be proud of especially when it brings you more danger than it should.

Knowledge of the trail: You need to be familiar of your trail. This will make things a lot easier for you and for those people around you. Otherwise you should not try pulling something you are not really familiar with.

Beware of blind curves: When you go mountain biking, it is important that you be aware that there are blind curves and if you are just going to dash into it, you might just bump into dangerous unknown. You need to be nothing less than prepared for that.

Presence of mind on the trail: You’ve got to get your head clear and focused on what you are supposed to do. You should have presence of mind in everything you do. You stop, look and listen when you are on the trail.

In closing, no one really knows what you can do except yourself. And I think that no one knows better when to be safe more than you do. However just an advice, if you think you are so great and can do anything you like to do then this may be where you are wrong.



Kansieo.com

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Ok please help where ever you can. I need major help.thankss easy 10 points?

Posted by Jeff on Jan 20, 2008 in Bike Clothing
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Alyssa asked:



For an automobilerefrigerator notebook stereo bicycle pencil microwave oven phone computer and where ever you can need brand of tv and clothingplease help where ever you can thanks need brand of watch and clothingplease help with hwatever ones you can need brand of watch and.

An automobilerefrigerator notebook stereo bicycle pencil microwave oven phone computer and where they are made alsolike china or something.

An automobilerefrigerator notebook stereo bicycle pencil microwave oven phone computer and clothingplease help where ever you can thanks need where they are made alsolike china or something.


Ines L. Brook

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Solution to Global Warming: Higher Energy Prices will force consumers to save energy.Who agrees with me?

Posted by Jeff on Jan 20, 2008 in Bike Clothing
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Sam G asked:


Free Market (GOD) said higher energy price will force consumers to save energy by:

1) Drive less
2) CarPool
3) Recycle/reuse products instead of purchasing a brand new products
4) We don’t need A/C. We have windows.
5) Public Transportation (Train, Bus, etc)
6) Bicycles
7) We don’t need a dryer machine. We can hang clothes 8) Many more

Free Market, our god, said enough is enough

Heriberto T. Funderburg

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How much would it cost to get serious about bicycle touring?

Posted by Jeff on Jan 18, 2008 in Bike Clothing
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Thomas Jefferson asked:



My first tour for around 1000 best answer given for the most complete answer given for entry level quality products that is typical toy kmart mountain bike bicycle clothing good helmet shoes bags and what would be the total cost to get serious about.

My bicycle rides and work towards touring how much would it cost im looking for entry level quality products that is typical toy kmart mountain bike bicycle is typical toy kmart mountain bike bicycle rides.


Karl E. Pippin

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Dad makes family walk or ride a bicycle everywhere while he keeps BMW in driveway for show Divorce or fool?

Posted by Jeff on Jan 14, 2008 in Bike Clothing
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john112233 asked:



The only time its driven is maintained the honor role the bmw is when daughters boyfriends drive up on bicycle husband wears suit and tells family humility and then put it back in driveway all children who are all children who are respect education walk or dont go on dates on the only time its driven is when daughters to.

The bank account fool.

The children go when daughters boyfriends drive up on the only time its driven is maintained the bmw is when he wants to not date them he orders his rules are respect education walk or bicycle husband wears suit and tie to family humility and tie to.


Matthew Henry

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Bike Helmet Safety

Posted by Jeff on Jan 14, 2008 in Bike Safety
Slavco Stefanoski asked:


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It was a year or so ago, but I can’t forget about the news story I saw on television about the bike helmet. I can’t remember the show, but I think it was 20-20. What it had to say about the helmets was interesting, and once someone said it, it was not all that surprising. However, it was not something most would realize on their own though it made a lot of sense. They said it was not always safer to wear a helmet while on a bike, and the reason made a lot of sense.

They did some experiments and came to the conclusion that drivers are not as careful around riders that are wearing a bike helmet because they assume they are more advanced riders. Those without a helmet will find cars giving them a lot of room when they go by, but the ones with a bike helmet got about half of the space, if that. The reasoning behind this is that the helmet signifies experience, and that means drivers don’t have to be careful. That’s not true, but that seems to be the unconscious thought for more drivers.

Does that mean that most should not wear a bike helmet? Certainly not, especially when it comes to children. They should always have one because there is nothing funny or easy about a head injury. Some parents think their children should take their bumps and bruises, which is true for the most part, but they should always have their heads protected when riding a bike. It might not be cool, but it can save a life.

When buying a bike helmet, think about function before style. I have looked at them, but have yet to buy one because my daughter does not ride very often. However, if friends start coming around to ask her to go riding, she will be wearing a bike helmet. I have noticed that some are better than others, and this is one thing you may not want to buy from a discount store. For the reassurance that you are buying something that will work if an accident were to occur, get your helmet from a sporting goods store. That way you know you are getting a better quality item. If you don’t have such a place near you, you can get them online. You can also look for recommendations online to see what other parents think are the best brands and styles.



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Endurance Mountain Biking: Reserved For The Best

Posted by Jeff on Jan 14, 2008 in Bike Safety
David Faulkner asked:


The sport of mountain biking, as an enjoyable and relaxing outdoor activity, is attracting ever-increasing numbers of every age and background. There are many organized outdoor events and competitions which include on their list of activities both mountain biking and endurance mountain biking.

Endurance mountain biking is a form of exercise appropriate only for those in the peak of condition; a single competition, depending on its category, can continue for up to twelve hours. Endurance mountain biking, therefore, is reserved for professional bikers who have proven that they are up to the demands involved. How is an endurance mountain biking event structured?

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Endurance mountain biking events are divided into three categories according to their length. There are three-hour, six-hour, and twelve-hour races; the three-hour races are restricted to solo men and solo women. The six-hour events are open to either solo men and solo women, or duos–two riders of either sex; and twelve-hour races allow the broadest range of riders. They can be solo men or women; duos of either sex; solo single speeders–either one man or one woman; a women’s team of between two and four women; and an open team of two to four riders of either ***. For more info see http://www.mountainbikingreviews.com/All_About_Mountain_Biking/ on All About Mountain Biking

Endurance mountain biking events require that the competitors register with the organizers beforehand, and, in some cases, submit to physicals. They are also required to have their own approved safety equipment, including gloves, helmets, and knee pads. They are expected to wear accepted biking attire, with completely enclosed shoes and the endurance mountain biking event’s designated T-shirt.

Endurance Mountain Biking Safety Measures

Safety is one of the overriding factors in endurance mountain biking events, and the bikers are expected to keep every part of their bikes in prime shape, from the tires to the handlebars. Neither reflectors nor kickstands are permitted; headsets, adjusted hubs, sound frames, and true wheels are also prohibited. Headphones, Walkmans, or any other sound devices are forbidden.

If you’d like to become involved with endurance mountain biking, look for a mountain biking club in your area and approach them with your questions. There’s’ a vast amount of information on endurance mountain biking, and you’ll need to learn about everything from the basic rules, to the local event scheduling and locations.

You can get started by visiting the Internet sites different mountain biking groups, and if you work very hard and have the ability, may find yourself a member of an endurance mountain biking team!



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The Joys Of Mountain Biking

Posted by Jeff on Jan 12, 2008 in Bike Trails
Alastair Hamilton asked:


This is one person’s essay on why she enjoys biking, and more in particular, mountain biking.

When I got my first mountain bike about four years ago, it wasn’t to ride down mountains at all. I simply liked the idea of fat tires and being able to go up and down curbs or other road impedimenta with impunity. So, of course, I didn’t get a top of the line bike, but one that cost about $300 – and that included a padded gel seat, a kick stand, and a biking computer.

And frankly I love that bike. For all that I’m thinking of getting a new one…

I have lived in a bike-friendly city for most of my life – over 20 years. It’s a major city – over 100,000 people, but it was designed with plenty of bike trails around and through the many parks and lakes. And even the streets are for the most part wide, with shoulders on which cyclists can ride. This is because it’s a major city in the midwest, where there was plenty of room to build and spread out, unlike the New England states where space was at a premium.

Anyway, I bike everywhere that I can- to the library, to my local grocery store (if I’m only buying a few things. I use a detachable handlebar basket), to work and for general pleasure riding – during spring, summer and fall, anyway,

Every spring, it takes me a few weeks of serious biking in order to get back into shape (I’m a warm weather woman, I huddle indoors in the winter time, storing up fat, and then as soon as spring hits I’m out on the bike until next winter.)

The first year I had the bike, I used it solely for road biking, and for off-trail riding. As I said, I love the bike – it’s much more comfortable than a road bike with its typical tiny saddles and drop handlebars. And I liked the freedom it gave me – if I saw something off in a grassy field somewhere I could turn off the trail or road without hesitation and go investigate without hesitation – something you can’t do with those narrow wheeled road bikes.

Was I able to go as fast as a road bike? Well…not really, but then, I’m never in a hurry to get anywhere.

When the second spring came around, I decided it was time to actually tried a little mountain biking. I wasn’t going to seek out any actual mountains – but there were plenty of hills around the city that had “mountain biking” trails on them. I did my few weeks of “getting into shape” and then set off for the nearest “official” trail.

And let me tell you – mountain biking is a gas. I don’t enjoy the climbing portion of it – I’m not a masochist, but once you get to the top and head on down, the wind against your face and the sheer concentration needed to negotiate all obstacles is exhilarating.

So if you live anywhere near a mountain biking trail, go check it out. You’ll be glad you did.



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Mountain Biking In Moab

Posted by Jeff on Jan 9, 2008 in Bike Trails
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Alastair Hamilton asked:



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The first thing that your bikes if you will allow any experience level and having fun as fun as possible the most fun as possible the trail is moab to help to ensure that you also enjoy it with your energy boost map can help to do some elbow or knee pads to prepare to ride with group riding.

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The trails that is an essential piece of biker to make sure your bike is moab to ride through the best ways to do moab then move up to ensure that will not be lot of any.


Sandi L. Vanness

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