Originally Posted by
troypolamalu
I'm about to buy myself a new bike(its between the trek 7.2FX and the 7.3FX) and I was wondering what are the key accessories that every newbie just getting into biking/commuting should get? I am on a little bit of a budget so I don't to get suckered into anything I dont really need.
Thanks!
1. The only essential commuting requirement is a job (or school) to ride to and from.
2. I'd learn to change a tire tube before you actually need to.
3. The rest you can gradually fill in, as your preferences become clearer with experience.