Originally Posted by
Long Tom
Essentials are:
-spare tube; ($5)
-tire irons; (cheap)
-pump or CO2 inflator ($20-35)
-patch kit; ($3)
-a few Allen wrenches to adjust "stuff";
-a seat or frame bag to stow it in ($15-35).
You will very soon want:
-bike shorts;
-clip-in pedals and shoes ($$)
-N+1 bike
^^this is a great start!!! also, learning how to change a flat is invaluable. having this stuff with ya, and no knowledge of how to use it is worthless. Any decent lbs will either have a class, or probably be glad (when they're not too busy) to teach you how.