| Having the correct bike accessories are an important | | | | Proper clothing helps to make your ride a comfortable |
| part of owning a bike. Whether you ride your bike on | | | | ride. Check the weather before any bike ride and |
| trails around your town, go for a long distance ride or | | | | choose the clothing appropriate for your ride. It may be |
| ride in a race, bike accessories can make your ride | | | | necessary to take along a change of clothing if you |
| very safe and enjoyable. | | | | are going to be riding for a longer length of time. |
| Before starting any bike ride, check your tires. It is | | | | Do you have a water bottle holder on your bike? |
| important and safe to keep your tires at the correct | | | | Taking water, an energy drink or juice along on any |
| pressure. Owning a tire pump helps you keep the air | | | | ride makes it a healthy ride. Dehydration can creep up |
| pressure at the correct level. | | | | without you realizing it. If you intend to ride for a longer |
| Good handlebar grips will help you have good control | | | | length of time, it is also a great idea to bring a snack |
| on your bike on any trail. They come in different styles | | | | with you. |
| and colors. There is a set suited just for you. | | | | Having a flat carrying rack on the back of you bike will |
| Front and rear lights are necessary for all bike riders. | | | | hold a small bag or a backpack in which you can put |
| They help you see and be seen by others while riding | | | | your snacks, change of clothing, and extra beverage in. |
| in the early morning, at dusk or night time. You may | | | | If you intend to ride into the later hours of the day, a |
| also choose to have flasher lights on the spokes of | | | | flashlight may also be needed. |
| your bike. | | | | Bike riding is a great way to enjoy life, exercise and |
| Wearing a helmet is a safe way to ride your bike. | | | | view beautiful scenery. Have fun and remember to |
| Accidents happen and we want all bike riders to be | | | | always be a safe rider. |
| safe. There is a color and style for everyone. | | | | |