If you expect to ride in wet weather, a pair of fenders is a good idea. You really don't need fancy clothing to ride a bike. Just a pair of sturdy shoes and clothes that won't flap into spokes, chain or gears. After you ride for a while and decide how much you'll be using the bike, you can in vest in cyclocomputers, water bottles, cycling shorts and other extras. To give you an idea of the ways you can use your new bicycle, let's talk with Mark, Karen and David about their bicycling experiences.
Bicycles are ideal for short trips.
They're inexpensive to operate and easy to park. Many cities have bike paths and bike lanes that let you arrive at your destination relaxed from a scenic ride. That's why Mark bicycles the three miles from his home to his law office almost every day. The bike has fenders to keep water from splashing on his business suit and a rear rack to which he attaches his briefcase. He also has a rearview mirror attached to his left handlebar.