Monday 27 July 2020

Preparing to Ride A New Mountain Bicycle

Whether you are a seasoned cycling enthusiast or have recently discovered the joys of cycling, you will most certainly be tempted to take your experience to the next level with off-road biking on a mountain bicycle. As their very name suggests, mountain bikes have been designed to ride on the tough and uneven terrains of the mountain trails and as such are much sturdier and shock resistant, compared to regular road bikes. If you are starting off on a new MTB bicycle, your rides can be much more enjoyable and safer if you follow these steps before you set out:

1.If your new mountain bicycle has not come pre-fitted from the store, as in the case of online purchases, the first thing you need to do is the fit the bike together. This you can easily do yourself by carefully following the instruction manual and looking at videos easily available on the internet. You can also take it to a mechanic who will fit it for you.

2.When putting together the MTB bicycle, you will need to keep in mind that the saddle height is just right for you. The correct saddle height for the rider can be determined by holding the bike upright while riding it. Look for a 25 to 30 degree bend of the knee when you are seated, which will ensure you can reach the pedals comfortably and can ride comfortably.

3.The saddle position and the angle must also be adjusted in a new bike. Experts recommend that the saddle must be positioned at a 180 degree level in order to give the back adequate comfort while riding and also to conserve energy. Avoid a tilted saddle as it may cause back aches by putting pressure on the spine while riding uphill.

4.For the right control of your bike during riding, it is important to adjust the brake levers in advance. The brake levers when set correctly give adequate reaction time for emergency braking and keep the rider in a suitable position while riding. Adjust the levers so that your wrists are straight when you reach for the brakes and you do not have to make weird wrist or hand maneuvers, which may hinder your riding experience.

To enjoy your off-road rides with an amazing experience, buy yourself a mountain bicycle from Kross Bikes. One of the leading and most trusted names in cycle manufacturers in the country, Kross bring world class specs in its bikes, including the newly launched and extremely popular Globate series, which are a delight for adventure biking enthusiasts.

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