May your wheels always roll smoothly!
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When you were a kid, the eagerness of showing off on your shiny new bike was almost too much to bear. Then, on shopping day, you were on top of the world as you sped down the sidewalk in a blur of chrome, red enamel and handlebar tassels. Now that you’re all grown up, can buying a new bike be that exciting ? Yes, it can be, if you know what to look for. Read more . . .
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When you want to get the wheels in motion and take on the best Mother Nature can throw at you, take hold of a mountain bike and head for the hills.
Hands down, mountain bikes are the most rugged bicycles on the market. They are designed and built to take anything you can throw their way; from steep inclines and dirt tracks, to pebbled surfaces and hairpin bends. Read more . . .
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Riding a mountain bike is pretty much similar to riding any other type of bike. Except for the rocks, the streams, the fallen trees and the occasional mountain. In other words, mountain biking is the ultimate version of two-wheeling around the neighbourhood. It can be hazardous, so should be respected and even a little feared. If you want to hit the trails, you need to know mountain biking skills. Read more . . .
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Traveling by bicycle is one of the best ways to view and appreciate the glorious countryside. With a quality touring bicycle, some basic travel necessities and a lot of energy, you can see the world in an entirely new way.
As the name suggests, touring bicycles are used by cyclists wanting to travel while carrying supplies. These bicycles have racks mounted on the front and rear of the frame for carrying the extra gear like food, a change of clothes, etc. They have mudguard mounting points, a large wheelbase, triple water bottle mounts and a suitable frame set for wider tires. Read more . . .
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There is something about acquiring a new bike that makes you feel like a kid once more. On a shiny brand new bike, the wind feels a bit wilder in your hair and you feel like you are five years old. There’s no question that purchasing a new bike is a rush. The question is, what type of bike to buy?
Bicycles come in prices and styles to suit every need and virtually every budget. Selecting from the many kinds of bikes on the market is a personal decision that’s basically determined by the type of riding you want to do. Read more . . .