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Take Pepper Spray to Defend Yourself From Wild Animals
Mountain biking is an ideal way to exercise in addition to enjoying the great outdoors. While there are many who enjoy the “extreme” nature of the sport, you don’t have to be riding over the edge of a steep ravine to profit from a day out on your bike. All you need is a few tips to make for a fun and safe day.
Location, location, location
There are countless areas in the country that provide plenty of opportunity to take your new mountain bike for a ride. Whether you are heading out for a few hours or a daylong excursion, there are paths that can accommodate a rank beginner or the most advanced rider.
The best places to find superior bike paths are through the Internet and of course your local bike shop. There are many websites dedicated to cycling, mountain and street, which describe the local riding areas and the challenges found there. The gain is that you can generally get extra reports from people who have ridden the path as well as any up to date information concerning any problems the trail may have.
If you go to your local bike store, you may be able to get information directly from the source, people who ride in your area. Additionally you can typically locate a notice board that has information on any local riding groups in addition to activities that you can join.
Preparing the Day
What is nice about going on an adventure is that you can escape city life for a short while. The down side is that you have to take everything with you, and pack it out too. For a few hours, a few water bottles plus some of your favorite snack bars should be sufficient. Furthermore when it comes to a longer excursion you need to plan ahead.
Every bicycle must carry a spare tire and the tools needed for basic repairs. It is important that you check to see if your kit works on your bike. You don’t want to find out that you got the wrong set of tools or tire when you are 10 miles from the road. Additionally you should make sure to carry the following;
• Water: Guess that you will generally require a litre an hour if the weather is warm at the time of your trip, you will require less if the weather isn't warm. You can reduce the need to carry it all in bottles if you use a “camelback” as well as a couple of bottles attached to your bike . If you bike hard, you need to replace the calories your burn. Fritos have the benefit of providing salt as well as calories.
• Clothing and Protection: It doesn't matter how nice the weather may be when you being your excursion, of you believe there is the chance of rain make sure you take wet weather gear. Nowadays you can buy high tech fabrics that are lightweight, effective and compact. Carry sunscreen and use it regularly. Use sunglasses, gloves, and most importantly, your helmet.
One final tip for your personal protection. Make sure that you carry pepper spray for your self defense. Although you may not have to face harm from other cyclists, when you go into the moutains, there is a possibility that you may come across wild life and pepper spray would be a perfect deterrent. It could also give you plenty of time to escape if you need to.
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