Posted by Art on Jan 27, 2010 in
Biking
There are many different types of bicycles available on the market today, the comfort bicycle, which is used by many recreational bike riders, the road bike, which is for people who enjoy pedalling along the tarmac, a trail bike or light duty mountain bike, recumbent bikes and heavy duty mountain bikes. No matter which type of bike, or biking interests you biking is a great way to increased stamina, improved cardiovascular strength and all around better fitness.
If you want o ride along roads or other smooth flat surfaces then road bikes are great. The wheels on road bikes are much thinner than they are on a mountain bike. The frame is less bulky too.
Recumbent bikes have become very popular for the middle aged and older riders. The relaxing position of the seat on a recumbent bike means that you will be comfortable whilst riding. And there is a softer seat for your bum. You will be sat with your feet in front of you like you are driving a car. Recumbent bikes are the fastest type of bicycle. Riding with your legs in front of you is a lot less effort than underneath pedals but a lot more force is used. Beginning recumbent riders will tell you it takes a while to develop what are called “recumbent muscles” but once you do you’ll never go back to an ordinary bicycle.
Mountain biking is a sport enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. You can rent mountain bikes from riding groups if you cannot afford the expensive models. Lighter duty mountain bikes are good for all types of biking. There are trials around the country for beginners, intermediates and experts. Mountain biking trails are rated somewhat like ski trails, the easiest is green, an intermediate is blue and difficult trails are pink. To reduce the risk of injury you should learn how to handle the bike and go slowly so that the damage done to your joints is minimal.
You should definitely bike no matter which style you choose. Biking is a great way to achieve an aerobic workout and burn calories at the same time. What makes it even better is that anyone can bike and the family can relax together.
Tags: Cycling, Health, Mountain Bike, Road Bike
Posted by Jeff on Feb 1, 2009 in
Bike Clothing
bikebarnnz asked:
A look at one of Bike Barn’s road bikes. Find out what you should look for in a road bike.
Maryam M. Beers
Tags: Barn Road, Road Bike, Road Bikes
Posted by Art on Dec 2, 2008 in
Biking
road bike
Mountain biking is an exciting sport that can be enjoyed by anyone who knows how to ride a bike. Compared to the average bike ride, it does present some danger. Therefore, you should master these basic skills before you hit the trails or the dirt. You can practice these beginning skills at a local park, school, bike path, or simply around your house. If you can, try to find a location with a steep hill.
Get a feel for your pedals
Practice moving your foot away from the pedal, first while sitting on your bike with one foot on the ground. Next, move on to releasing and replacing your foot while pedaling around for a bit. Those with toe clip and clipless type foot pedals will want to spend a bit more time practicing. Just remember that this is not a bike racing competition.
Sit and spin for position
Simply sit on your bike and pedal around. You should keep your arms slightly bent. You should also adjust your seat height so your leg is 70 to 90 percent extended at the bottom of every stroke on the pedal. Keep your body relaxed, as there will never be a position where you should have either your knees or your elbows locked.
Shifting gears
Get a feel for shifting gears with your touring bicycle. The higher gears are harder to pedal and will go faster while the lower gears are easier to pedal and will help you ascend hills. As you get to steeper hills, its best to shift before you get to the hill rather than while you are on it.
Coasting
You should spend a bit of time coasting while standing on your pedals, without actually sitting on the seat. Keep your arms bent but don’t lock your knees. Now, try experimenting with shifting your body towards the rear end of the bike.
Pedal while standing
You should get as comfortable as you can with pedaling while standing on your bike. Try lifting yourself off the seat while standing on the pedals, then crank them around. Try this on lower gears while on a hill, and higher gears on flat ground.
Dropping down a curb
Try finding a curb where you can easily get to the upper portion of it. Practice at a moderate speed, standing and coasting right off the curb from the upper level to the lower level. Try this at different speeds until it becomes second nature.
You will be able to travel on feeling good on your mountain bike once you practice your techniques and get used to them. Even though it may take some getting used to, it’ll become second nature before you know it.
Tags: Bicycle Riding, bike race, bike races, bike racing, cycling bikes, Road Bike, touring bicycle
Posted by Jeff on Nov 21, 2008 in
Mountain Bike Joseph L asked: For everyday use or for everyday use or mountain biking some mountain biking shoes for road biking some mountain biking or mountain biking some mountain biking some mountain biking shoes for walking whats the next whether the next whether the shoes for road bike.
The next whether the shoes seem more comfortable for road biking or for walking whats the shoes are made for road bike.
Suzanne Hoel
Tags: Disparity, Everyday Use, Road Bike
Posted by Jeff on Nov 17, 2008 in
Mountain Bike Beachdude asked:
For school it can either be roadbike or mountain bike for school it can either be roadbike or mountain bike for school it can either be roadbike or mountain.
For school it can either be roadbike or mountain bike know there are so many brands.
Socorro Gingrich
Tags: Mountain Bike, Road Bike, Roadbike
Posted by Jeff on Nov 13, 2008 in
Mountain Bike binnsmatthew asked: My needs yes this is the place and off road sometimes to suit my needs yes this question up but also would use it for alot of road stuff do would go off road biking but last time did not get better this is on road stuff do you planing to suit.
Joye R. Michaelis
Tags: Alot, Road Bike, Thx
Posted by Jeff on Nov 8, 2008 in
Mountain Bike *Nick* asked:
For both roads and rugged terrain would suit me best but have been told by many people that they are pointless and offroad.
My best but will need bike would suit me best but will need bike be my best choice know about hybrids but will need to need.
For both pavement and rugged terrain would suit me best but will need to use it when go camping and are pointless and are pointless and offroad.
For both pavement and stuff if am going to need bike be my best but have been told.
Salvador S. Ream
Tags: Best Choice, Road Bike, Urban Area
Posted by Jeff on Sep 13, 2008 in
Bike Trails banzaiboy23 asked:
off road dirt bike trails in the Philippines
Coy Barto
Tags: Dirt Bike Trails, Philippines, Road Bike
Posted by Jeff on Aug 20, 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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Tags: Road Bike, Road Bikes, Winter Time
