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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-28
The chain is the crucial element of a bicycle - if it breaks, you aren't going anywhere. So proper maintenance is essential.Of all the components on your bike, the chain is the most important. No chai...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-28
There are so many different models of bikes on the market today that it is almost impossible for the average rider to know them all. It's a good thing, therefore, that bike magazines and websites prov...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-28
Mountain biking is a fun sport but it is also dangerous. However, participants can lesson their chances of injury by taking a few precautions. First off, of course, they should have the necessary skil...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-25
Biking is such a popular sport and there are many wide varieties of bikes on the market, in a varied pricing range. But for those serious athletes, the custom-built bike might be the way to go.Ever he...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-25
The latest rage is not a mountain bike with a new set of gears, or a road bike made of lighter material, but rather lowrider bikes - low seats, high handlebars, and lots and lots of chrome.As the worl...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-25
There are three kinds of cyclists - the casual cyclist, the dedicated weekend hobbyist, and the fanatic. It's the fanatic who will probably want to get a customized road bike.There are customized bike...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-25
Most bicycles are dull and boring - they come out of a cookie cutter and they all look the same. Not so the lowrider bike. Once their owners get their hands on them, their lowrider becomes a personali...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-22
Mountain bikers need only two things when they go biking - a good bike and a good helmet. But there's dozens of other pieces of equipment which riders should stock up on to increase their enjoyment of...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-22
This is one person's essay on why she enjoys biking, and more in particular, mountain biking.When I got my first mountain bike about four years ago, it wasn't to ride down mountains at all. I simply l...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-22
Even if there are no mountains where you live, it can make sense to buy a mountain bike, just because of the security they provide, even in urban areas. And there's always the chance of a weekend ride...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-22
Every mountain biker worth his or her salt will want to try the Slick Rock Trail, located in Moab, Utah - one of the most challenging mountain biking trails in the world.Every sport has its "ultimate"...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-20
Every sport has its accessories, and mountian biking is no different. But many of these accessories are designed to save, if not lives, then certainly unnecessary aches and pains.There's more to mount...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-20
To increase your enjoyment of mountain biking, the right shoe is essential. A shoe designed specifically for the mountain biker is the way to go.Mountain bike shoes come in a variety of prices, from t...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-20
Most mountain bikes are made to fit a man's proportions, and so it's easy for them to find the right sized bike. Women have more difficulty, as they are typically shorter then men, and with shorter to...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-06-20
Bike tires, unlike car tires, lose their pressure on a daily basis, so its necessary to check their pressure daily and reinflate when necessary.A few days ago, I was driving happily along the highway,...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-05-04
There is quite a bit of gear available that is manufactured for mountain biking. It is essential that you determine your needs before you visit the store to ensure that you will not be overwhelmed. ...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-05-04
Lights can be a wonderful tool for mountain biking, especially if you enjoy biking in the darker hours. Children find them functional for biking to school as well. Whether you are a weekend cyclist ...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-05-04
Mountain bikes can open up an entirely new world to you. There are paths and trails all over the world that you can explore from the back of your mountain bike. The popularity of mountain bikes and ...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-05-03
Choosing the right accessories for your mountain bike is essential to having a fun ride. Be sure that you carefully consider your biking style and needs before choosing your mountain bike accessories...
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by Alastair Hamilton - 2007-05-02
A car bike rack offers you the flexibility to take your bicycle where you want to. This can save you money and time when you want to go bicycling out of town.Vacations can be even more adventurous an...
