If your bike wasn't purchased at a bike store, Draper recommends a brake check-up at a bike shop before riding. They hit the tires and that will cause holes in the tire and it will explode. If the brake is too low, the front wheel will stop and you will go over the front of the bike. The brakes are just as important as anything else. Back to top Enjoy the choices of cycling gear Most people envision spandex when they think of cycling clothes.
Gear is now sporty, light and comfortable for the fashion-conscious cyclist.
Serious cyclists opt for chamois-lined spandex shorts and a lycra jersey. But companies also make baggy nylon shorts with a chamois-lined spandex panel inside for the fashion or body conscious. The chamois cushions the legs from irritation caused by constant motion against the seat from pedaling. The chamois shorts are more comfortable because they don't have seams, which can irritate the legs on long rides. Some jerseys are made of Coolmax, a new fiber that allows the skin to breathe easier than through cotton.