Just a few words about equipment

  Before you purchase a bike, you will need to decide what type of biking you are going to do the most of (Road Biking or Off Road Biking). Both are great fun and both are dramatically different. If you are looking to ride on trails most of the time and roads some of the time then take a good look at "Hybrid Bikes". They offer the most versatility and comfort. A Mountain Bike is the best choice for dirt and stone trails through wooded areas. The Road Bike is the best choice for long rides with Bike Clubs, and charity rides. Talk with your Bike Shop Professional.

   Cheap equipment = many visits to a good bike shop for repairs and very unhappy riders, not to mention the fact that you will probably go to a good bike shop to get good advise, ask a million questions and then purchase your bike in a Toy Store or one of those "all in one" Department or Sporting Goods Stores. This is a BIG mistake that will cost you money and lead to major frustration. If you are going to purchase a bike, most good bike shops offer some type of maintenance program that you can purchase within the warranty period.

  So, shop around, ask questions, talk to people who ride regularly and purchase all of your equipment from reputable dealers and mail order houses. Bike Shops can help you a great deal.

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