Things To Keep In Mind While Riding A Cycle - Mick Jain

1. Things To Keep In Mind While Riding A Cycle Mick Jain

2. Introduction • Cycling is also called bicycling or biking. Persons engaged in cycling are known as cyclist, bikers or a bicyclist. • There are different types of cycling: • Road Cycling – most widespread form of cycling, includes recreational, racing and utility cycling. Road cyclist is generally expected to obey same rules and law as other vehicle drivers do. • Indoor Cycling – form of exercise with classes focusing on endurance, strength, intervals, high intensity and recovery using a special exercise bicycle. • Track Cycling – a bicycle racing sport usually held on specially built tracks or velodromes using a track bicycle.

3. Things to Keep in Mind While Riding a Cycle • Cycling is the best exercise for burning fat. This has gone a long way to reduce the risk of developing a heart-related disease. • Most people do not know what to do and what should not be done while cycling. This ignorance has led to rise in a cycling accident. • Here are the things according to Mick Jain a cyclist must know while cycling: • Use your helmet- This is one of the most important aspects that the cyclist needs to keep in mind while riding a cycle. • Maintain the right track- A cyclist should know that he/she needs to stay in his/her lane which is very important. • Adhere to traffic rules- A cyclist should always follow the traffic rules as other road vehicle driver follows. Strict adherence to traffic lights, sign, is a sure way to avoid accidents.

4. Things to Keep in Mind While Riding a Cycle • Design the right fit- Every cyclist should know that their bike needs a fit. Cycles should be repaired or work with local bike shops in order to create right fits for the bike. • Avoid rush hours- Wait until rush calms down. If possible, avoid the rush to prevent causing accidents. • Make signals- Always ensure you make a signal by simply putting out your hands, this would help a lot to you and other road users. • Be conversant with local cycle’s law- A cyclist should ensure he/she knows the local rules for cycling. Because there are different motorcycles laws for different states. • Make tight clothes your friend-Tight clothes while cycling is the best. This keeps your body cool and cuts down on the drag. • Avoid cycling at night–It’s not advisable to cycle at night, it is required to use your front and back lights.

5. Things to Keep in Mind While Riding a Cycle • Design the right fit- Every cyclist should know that their bike needs a fit. Cycles should be repaired or work with local bike shops in order to create right fits for the bike. • Avoid rush hours- Wait until rush, calm downs. If possible, avoid the rush to prevent causing accidents. • Make signals- Always ensure you make a signal by simply putting out your hands, this would help a lot to you and other road users. • Be conversant with local cycle’s law- A cyclist should ensure he/she knows the local rules for cycling. Because there are different motorcycles laws differ as the state. • Make tight clothes your friend-Tight clothes while cycling is the best. This keeps your body cool and cuts down on the drag. • Avoid cycling at night–It’s not advisable to cycle at night, it is required to use your front and back lights.

6. Cycling in the Rain & Spring • Many people love riding a bicycle in the rain and they have reasons for it. • The basic key to swift and safe riding in the rain, lies on the fact that you must be relaxed, smooth and confident. THINGS YOU NEED TO CONSIDER WHEN RIDING IN THE RAIN • Be relaxed/loosen up The first thing to sort out while considering riding in the rain is that you need to be very relaxed and supple when cycling in order to ensure a smooth ride. Do not try to sit too upright with your back straight or rigid. • Do away from slick spots You have to pay attention to prevent paint street surfaces which can get very slippery when wet and do not ever cross railroad tracks at a sharp angle.

7. Cycling in the Rain & Spring 3. Sit well and slow down Stay seated most especially when climbing because then you have less tire traction. Don’t punch it across corners; slow down at first then normal to initiate curves. 4. Turning Gently slide your finger through a smooth surface and it will glide across, also push down with increasing force and it will start to grip.  5. Keep to commuter paths Commuter lanes are harmless in the rain because they are less crowded, which means more visibility and control. Stick to commuter lane when cycling.

8. Cycling in the Rain & Spring TIPS TO BE CONSIDERED BY RAIN CYCLERS • Dress to Stay Dry The wetter you get the colder you become. Getting cold and wet is a fast way to get sick. Wear a wicking underline that is made from wool or polypropylene and get woollen socks. • Chain Lube Make use of a heavier chain lube. It is advisable to have a chain which involves cleaning than to have it freeze up with rust.  • Get it Lighted up Let everyone be aware that you are there. Heavy rain and the brightness from auto headlights lessen cyclist’s vision; it is a very good idea to ride with a bright lamp.

9. Cycling in the Rain & Spring 4. Clear your Lenses When cycling in the rain, do not use normal sunglasses because it can make road obstacles difficult to see.

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