Originally Posted by
whiteyonenh
So, I've pretty much decided on the Gary Fisher Mako for my first bike in 10 years. I'm just not sure what I should get with it for certain accessories. I know I need a helmet, and I want the bike computer thing, for current speed/elevation/avg. speed, maybe some sort of cadence detection and heartrate monitor. I'm just not sure what one to get, so I'm looking for recommendations, preferably in the $20-60 budget.
Thanks for any suggestions/help you can give in advance.
1. Helmet
2. Floor pump
3. frame pump/spare tube/bike multi tool (useful for tightening up things that have come loose or making minor adjustments)
3a. Lock, if you plan on leaving the bike anyplace unattended.
4. Cycling shorts
4a. Cycling shoes/clipless pedals or alternately, upgraded pedals.
5. front or rear rack for the bike (to carry anything from a 6 pack to groceries, to a jacket) and/or a seatbag.
6. Rack for transporting your bike
7. Gloves
8. Computer (cool to have, but not essential when starting out)
9. Extra water bottle holder and water bottles
10. sunglasses, if you don't already own a pair
11. Cycling jersey