Cycling shoes can a beneficial upgrade.  They allow you to increase the performance when sprinting, but also when climbing. With them, the biker can make a better connection to the bike. There are two different options when picking cycling shoes. The first one is road shoes.  The cleat isn't recessed. It's a bit harder to walk with them. The second option is a mountain bike shoes. The cleat is recessed in the thread of the shoe. These shoes work excellent with mountain biking, but also with a recreational cyclist. Road shoes are a perfect pick if you're planning on racing.…

First of all, consider the price when considering potential shorts. Although they can be found for a $30, the quality isn't so good, so cheap pair may fall apart much sooner than the one that costs $100. So, when searching the best price, check out the sales at the local bike retailer. Secondly, look at the weight. Try on a pair of 8-ounce and 6-ounce-weight shorts. The first one will have a heavier fit and encase your legs more tightly. Decide which is better. Some riders prefer the heft of the more massive material, while some prefer the lighter feel.…

Step one: Choose the best place to store your bike. Search for open spaces along an empty wall or ceiling, and ensure the bike will not extend into doorways or maybe high-traffic pathways when it is mounted. Step two: Choose the perfect storage device that works for you. If you have space along with a wall, fix a bike rack; if the floor space is at a premium then hang it with ceiling hooks; if you have high ceilings then install a bike hoist. Step three: Use the stud finder to discover the nearest wall stud or ceiling joist in…

Step one: The important thing is to carry supplies. Tire repair kit, adjustable wrench, pump, oil, chain tool, spoke wrench and a set of Allen wrenches are necessary to repair the bike on the road. Step two: To fix a flat tire, use tire levers from the repair kit to get the tube out. Re-inflate and patch the hole in the tube. Before putting the tube back in, check if there are any sharp objects inside the wheel and if so, remove them. Step three: Loosen your brake pads and realign them with the wrench. If the cables are slack,…

Step one: First thing you need to do is to remove the handlebars plugs. After that, loosen the brake and shift levers and push them toward the middle of the bar. Step two: Slide the screwdriver between the handlebar and the end of the grip. Spray some lubricant or rubbing alcohol into space between. Step three: Wiggle and pull the grip out, and away from the handlebar. Use an air compressor beneath the grip if you can't take it off. Step four: Install the new grips the same way you took the old ones off.

Step one: Retrieve your bicycle’s serial number from the owner’s manual or from the store where you bought the bike. Find the newest photo, too. Step two: File a police report to make an official record of the stolen bicycle. Take the copies of the paperwork. Step three: Pass out flyers with a picture and the serial number of the bicycle in the neighborhood where it was stolen, including used bike shops and pawn stores. Step four: Post all the information about the stolen bike on social networking sites. Also tell your family members and friends as soon as possible.…

Step one: Use a measuring tape to determine your head’s circumference. This will define the correct helmet size. Step two: Use the foam pads to ensure that the helmet sits level on your head. Helmets come with two different sizes of foam pads. The helmet should lie low enough to protect your forehead, but not too low because it will reduce your vision. Step three: Adjust the side straps to sit snugly beneath your ears with no slack. The chin strap needs to be buckled tightly under your chin. Step four: Open your mouth widely without moving your head. The…

Step one: Remove everything from the frame of the bike, including handlebars, brakes, gearbox, pedals, chain assembly and the tires using screwdrivers and wrenches. Step two: Sand the frame applying progressively higher grit sandpaper, and an electric sander to eliminate any corrosion or rust. Step three: Hang the frame in an open area using a thick gauge wire, and after that wipe away any dust or paint scraps with paper towels. Step four: Cover bolt holes using a painter's masking tape to protect them from the paint. Step five: Prime and paint the bicycle with even, sweeping motions to build…

Step one: Wrap the band on the mounting bracket beneath and around the handlebar. Step two: Feed the band into the loop on the mounting bracket. Step three: Tighten the band. Step four: Snap the bend securely onto the post, and you're ready to hit the road.

Step one: Place reflective tape strategically around your bicycle and outerwear, including your helmet. Use reflective gear, such as a reflective vest, when biking during the night. Step two: Attach a red rear blinking light to the seat post, and always turn it on in low lighting conditions. Step three: Attach a bright headlight to your handlebars. Find an angle so you see the road and others can see you. Step four: Clean the reflectors on the wheels, front stem, and seat post and make sure they are firmly attached. Step five: Pretend you are invisible to drivers when you…