Trespassing trees mounted on two wheels is such an addictive experience. If you wonder how it feels , I'll give you a few tips how to properly prepare for your first tracks.
So that's all I can recommend in regards of basic gear and some consumables to have around while you're hitting the rough road. The mountain is calling.
- When picking a bicycle, It should fit your height , body type and length of your legs . Otherwise, you will feel uncomfortable and it will not be effective to ride. In general , there are three styles of mountain bike you can try , depending on your interests :
a)Rigid mountain bikes have no suspension , meaning that there will not be many mechanical pieces to worry about . However , they are more difficult to ride on unpaved paths , for they will not offer any cushioning effect compared to most complex bicycles.
b)Bicycles with front suspension are good for most beginners who want to start walking more rough terrain , because as its name implies , provides a suspension fork on the front wheel , but the rear wheel is rigid.
c) Full suspension bikes mountain The most expensives among the bike types, but offer front and rear suspension , so are the most effective and comfortable to ride in rough and steep mountain biking trails. - Never dare to do mountain cycling without proper protection gearing. Get a helmet that fits you well . A good helmet should be your mayor priority If you want to start riding across unpaved trails riding . The helmet must stay comfortable, but not obstruct your vision nor squeeze the ears. Don't forget about shoulders, knee and gloves.
- Be prepared for bruises. In your first few laps is pretty likely you'll fall at some point . You'll be making big jumps , riding over rocks , hitting you with branches and breaking thing, practically you will go rough over your bike. I suggest to be prepared for minor abrasions. Make sure you or someone in the group has the following: water bottles, band aids, air pumps, an extra pair of socks and raincoat gear.
So that's all I can recommend in regards of basic gear and some consumables to have around while you're hitting the rough road. The mountain is calling.