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There are a variety of things we recommend to help make your cycling
more comfortable and enjoyable. Depending on the time of the year, your
experience level and the type of riding you do, there are accessories
and clothing that can help you get the most out of riding.
 Every helmet we
stock, regardless of the retail, has to pass the same safety tests.Ventilation
is key – so the more vents the better.
- Be careful not to neglect your dome if it’s chrome. Little to no
hair exposes your scalp to sunlight through the vents of the helmet
and can leave nasty sunburn.
- Headsweats makes a head cover that withstands
a variety of temperatures while wicking away moisture. Also available
in a headband style for those not needing scalp protection, but would
like to keep sweat from running down your face.
 An insolated bottle to keep your beverage cooler
longer.
- A Camelbak, which holds a larger volume of water
while allowing for storage.
Note: Most frames have a universal bolt pattern for mounting a water
bottle holder to the frame.
- Seat bags come in many, many configurations to fill whatever need
you have.
- A handlebar bag for even more storage.
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Some may have
map holders so you can view while riding
- A rack with a trunk pack or panniers for
even greater storage capacity.
Note: For foul weather riding, think about rain covers for your
bags
 You
will need:
- Tire
levers used to remove the tire from the wheel
- Tube and/or patch
kit (Probably best to carry both in case one fails)
- Mini
pump or CO2
CO2
has become the more popular way to inflate a tire. Compact and inexpensive,
they can take any tire up to the required tire pressure. However, they
seem to intimidate users, yet they are extremely easy to use. Ask any
of our staff for a demonstration so you can benefit from this compact
option.
Note: CO2 or mini pumps are meant for use during the ride. A floor pump will make
your life much easier when topping your tire pressure at home. Tires tend to
lose air day-to-day so you should always top your tire pressure off before
each ride to insure your tires are performing at their best.
This is
a liquid inserted inside the inner tube. Its purpose is to find air escaping
from the inner tube and seal the openings. Thorns, glass, nails and tacks are
no longer an issue when running Slime in your tubes.
Note: Also used in tubeless
tire systems.
 The
#1 way to reintroduce yourself to your ride – the cyclometer. It allows
you to track your speed, distance, time, and more. Advanced versions
include a GPS system that can even be uploaded so friends can download
your information and ride against you. It’s a great way to push yourself
to the next level. For training, cadence is a key factor and select units
include this feature.
Today’s
gloves serve more purpose proven through medical studies. Gloves can
enhance your riding experience by reducing impact on key nerves throughout
your palm, eliminating undesirable sensations.
Whether
it is a baggy short with a chamois liner or a Lycra short with a chamois
built in, you will appreciate the benefits. The extra padding chamois
provides reduces vibration, while removing moisture from your skin
to the outer surface to dry quicker. Moisture management is key to controlling
your body’s temperature.
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