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When you first start out with mountain biking, it can be a bit overwhelming when you walk into a mountain bike store to buy your first mountain bike and see all of the available accessories you’ll need when you first start riding.

There are several mountain biking accessories and related products that you can purchase. If you are on a budget then be careful the sales staff don’t sell you unnessassary items, you need to ensure your safety and enjoyment not what’s cool. You need to consider accessories carefully By starting with these accessories, you’ll be just fine when you hit the trails.

Bike Helmet

The bike helmet is the most important mountain biking accessory that you can buy.No one should ever be on a bike without a helmet.There have been many people who have experienced a serious head injury, when it could have been prevented by wearing a helmet.

Everyone who rides on trails wears mountain bike helmets, they are comfotable and stylish.

Mountain Bike Gloves

Your hands can take a beating no matter what season you ride in. People who are just starting out will usually keep a tight grip on the handle bars which can be very uncomfortable for their hands. If you fall off your hands will the first thing to hit the ground. Your hands will take a huge beating so having mountain bike gloves are a must have accessory

Mountain Bike Shorts

After the first few mountain bike rides you take, you’ll notice that your rear end will be quite uncomfortable. Bike shorts are great to have as they will make your ride more comfortable, although your body will ajust over time. You can get shorts that are very comfortable, making them a great addition to your mountain bike ride.

Mountain Bike Shoes

When choosing you mountain bike shoes you need to take into account the type of pedals and the type of riding you do.
You’ll want to get shoes to accept the special cleat for your pedals, if your bike has clipless type pedals. Good mountain bike shoes are durable, comfortable, and also a stiff sole for better efficiency when pedaling. Another consideration is to ensure you get the correct shoes for the terrain you’ll be riding.

Eye Protection

You can run off the trail in a matter of seconds if you get something in your eye. Sunglasses or clear lense glasses can help protect your eyes from any debris which may kick up from the trail as well as protecting them from the wind. Make sure they are non-breakable when you buy your glasses.

Hydration System

Hydration backpacks or a water bottle are a good thing to take with you. You can easily get dehydrated so it is always important to bring water with you to drink on the trail so you stay prperly hydrated at all times.

Trail Repair Kit

You can easily get stuck in the woods or on the trails if you forget to bring a repair kit for your bike. To cover all eventualiities bring a multi-tool designed for bike repair , tyre levers and a patch kit for mending flat tyres

Filed under: Recreation and Sports on July 31st, 2009