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09-14-14, 10:17 PM
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Accessories..
Hi, I'm a daily commuter / weekend cyclist and just started this year.
How many more accessories I can buy?
My commute: Home to go station on my Norco Ridaue, then on my destination pick a 2nd hand centuries old MTB and ride 2.3km to office.
I've accessorized my hybrid with
Fenders
Rack
Lights, bells
Kick stand
lock
Water bottle holder, and water bottles
Cycling shorts, and cycling under-wears (MUST)
And I use skate boarding helmet. In winters I use mittens, toque and ski glasses. And I also use ankle straps
Cactus Creek Reflexite Ankle Band - Mountain Equipment Co-op. Free Shipping Available
Now, wish list includes:
1. A better helmet
2. Shock absorbing gloves. May help in weekend rides like these
3. Pennier ....or rack bag? MEC PF 19L Cycling Pannier - Mountain Equipment Co-op. Free Shipping Available
4. Bike Jersey . Wind-sheeter for windy / cold weather
5. Hand and leg warmer
6. Cycling shoes...and clip
7. Smart phone holder
Anyway I can skim this list? E.g. Stick with my back pack etc.
How many more accessories I can buy?
My commute: Home to go station on my Norco Ridaue, then on my destination pick a 2nd hand centuries old MTB and ride 2.3km to office.
I've accessorized my hybrid with
Fenders
Rack
Lights, bells
Kick stand
lock
Water bottle holder, and water bottles
Cycling shorts, and cycling under-wears (MUST)
And I use skate boarding helmet. In winters I use mittens, toque and ski glasses. And I also use ankle straps
Cactus Creek Reflexite Ankle Band - Mountain Equipment Co-op. Free Shipping Available
Now, wish list includes:
1. A better helmet
2. Shock absorbing gloves. May help in weekend rides like these
3. Pennier ....or rack bag? MEC PF 19L Cycling Pannier - Mountain Equipment Co-op. Free Shipping Available
4. Bike Jersey . Wind-sheeter for windy / cold weather
5. Hand and leg warmer
6. Cycling shoes...and clip
7. Smart phone holder
Anyway I can skim this list?
E.g. Stick with my back pack etc.
Last edited by imranaziz; 09-14-14 at 10:22 PM.
09-14-14, 10:35 PM
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Heaps and heaps and heaps of stuff!!
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I would move arm and knee warmers up a few spots on your list. I get a ton of use out of them in the fall and spring.
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I would say fenders. The water that falls from the sky is pretty clean, but the water that sprays up from the street? Not so much.
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On the helmet front I'd suggest something from Bern. t's a classy all sport helmet with separate liners for summer and winter. They're not cheap, but they're worth it. I used them for mountain biking, and I plan on using one for my commuter too. Bern Bike Helmets, Cycling Helmets, Urban Commuting Helmets - Bern Unlimited
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Hi, I'm a daily commuter / weekend cyclist and just started this year.
How many more accessories I can buy?
My commute: Home to go station on my Norco Ridaue, then on my destination pick a 2nd hand centuries old MTB and ride 2.3km to office.
I've accessorized my hybrid with
Fenders
Rack
Lights, bells
Kick stand
lock
Water bottle holder, and water bottles
Cycling shorts, and cycling under-wears (MUST)
And I use skate boarding helmet. In winters I use mittens, toque and ski glasses. And I also use ankle straps
Cactus Creek Reflexite Ankle Band - Mountain Equipment Co-op. Free Shipping Available
Now, wish list includes:
1. A better helmet
2. Shock absorbing gloves. May help in weekend rides like these
3. Pennier ....or rack bag? MEC PF 19L Cycling Pannier - Mountain Equipment Co-op. Free Shipping Available
4. Bike Jersey . Wind-sheeter for windy / cold weather
5. Hand and leg warmer
6. Cycling shoes...and clip
7. Smart phone holder
Anyway I can skim this list? E.g. Stick with my back pack etc.
How many more accessories I can buy?
My commute: Home to go station on my Norco Ridaue, then on my destination pick a 2nd hand centuries old MTB and ride 2.3km to office.
I've accessorized my hybrid with
Fenders
Rack
Lights, bells
Kick stand
lock
Water bottle holder, and water bottles
Cycling shorts, and cycling under-wears (MUST)
And I use skate boarding helmet. In winters I use mittens, toque and ski glasses. And I also use ankle straps
Cactus Creek Reflexite Ankle Band - Mountain Equipment Co-op. Free Shipping Available
Now, wish list includes:
1. A better helmet
2. Shock absorbing gloves. May help in weekend rides like these
3. Pennier ....or rack bag? MEC PF 19L Cycling Pannier - Mountain Equipment Co-op. Free Shipping Available
4. Bike Jersey . Wind-sheeter for windy / cold weather
5. Hand and leg warmer
6. Cycling shoes...and clip
7. Smart phone holder
Anyway I can skim this list?
E.g. Stick with my back pack etc.
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It hasn't been really cold here for a while but I saw a biker in Rotterdam a few years ago who had 'mittens' attached to his handle bars. You simply insert your bare hands inside these 'mittens' and shield your hands from the cold while biking.
From what I understand these 'mittens' are somewhat common for motorcycles or motorbikes(?). At any rate. I thought that was a good idea and have yet to come across this in any bike shop.
From what I understand these 'mittens' are somewhat common for motorcycles or motorbikes(?). At any rate. I thought that was a good idea and have yet to come across this in any bike shop.
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It hasn't been really cold here for a while but I saw a biker in Rotterdam a few years ago who had 'mittens' attached to his handle bars. You simply insert your bare hands inside these 'mittens' and shield your hands from the cold while biking.
From what I understand these 'mittens' are somewhat common for motorcycles or motorbikes(?). At any rate. I thought that was a good idea and have yet to come across this in any bike shop.
From what I understand these 'mittens' are somewhat common for motorcycles or motorbikes(?). At any rate. I thought that was a good idea and have yet to come across this in any bike shop.
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These are for when the rest of the country gets their skates out, when the canals ice over. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elfstedentocht
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Commuting?...get an Airzound airhorn, and some sort of mirror.
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Many thanks guys. I got a Vroom sports jacket, water and wind resistant. Working very well! Light and wind / water resistant and keeps me warm.
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Smart phone holder
I'd recommend this cool little smartphone holder from nite Ize: Robot Check
I have it on both my commuter as well as on my road bike. They work great. Super simple and easy to set up right out of the box. Also won't break the bank like a lot of smart phone carriages out there.
I have it on both my commuter as well as on my road bike. They work great. Super simple and easy to set up right out of the box. Also won't break the bank like a lot of smart phone carriages out there.
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