YOU'RE SETTING OUT FOR A RIDE OR LONGER TOUR ON YOUR RIVERSIDE BIKE Here are some tips for you:  1- YOUR SAFETYWear a certified helmet, purchased recently — the head is impacted in one out of every two falls!!IMPORTANT: Helmets have a limited effective lifespan, even if they haven't been involved in a crash! Find out more when making your purchase. - Set off with a bike that is properly adjusted and well maintained.- Take along a mobile phone (charged!) to be able to make a call should you need help.- Map out your itinerary ahead of time so you can as much as possible take bike trials and paths free of cars.- Take a first aid kit (in a bag under the saddle, for example)- If you will be riding in the dark, make sure you have front and back lights with you.  2- FOR YOUR COMFORT - If getting started with cycling: Gradually lengthen your rides, starting out at one hour. - Wear clothing that is appropriate for the length of your ride, plus gloves.- Don't try to push hard on the pedals. Instead, switch gears so you can pedal more easily and faster. You'll be able to go further for longer.- Depending on the weather, bring along clothing to protect you from the cold or rain.- Don't forget to do some stretches after your ride.- STAY HYDRATED!!  3- ALWAYS TAKE A FLAT TYRE REPAIR KIT WITH YOU! - A tyre pump. Some pumps will fit onto the frame's screws for the water bottle holder. -3 tyre levers, one inner tube, a Riverside 100 15 mm spanner: which you can fit into a saddle bag. Learn to make repairs yourself!! Watch the following video. 4- DRINK REGULARLY - Attach a water bottle holder and bottle to your bike (so you can drink as you ride), or carry a water bottle in a backpack.- Remember to drink water regularly (every 20 minutes and at least half a litre per hour)!  5- REMEMBER TO EAT - Take along some energy bars (you can carry them in a saddle bag or handlebar bag)- Don't wait until you feel hungry to eat. Eat something every hour to give your muscles more energy.