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Bike Commuting Essentials- Don’t Commute Without These!
If you were to become a bike commuter, you might be wondering what things you need to carry in the long run.
A bike. A good bicycle is appropriately working, with good brakes, properly inflated tires to avoid flats on the road, and a chain connected to the pedal and the wheel to enable forward movement.
If you are looking to buy a new dedicated commuter bike, you have access to a bike if you already or a loaner bike. I would say wait for a couple of weeks. Learn more about your stamina, commute, yourself, terrain, preferences, hand positions, and different riding positions, whether you prefer riding fast or slow. When you walk into the bike shop, you will know precisely what you are looking for.
Lights. I recommend having the lights at the front and rear, then having them on day and night to make them easy to spot by motorists and other road users. It also gives you extra visibility and confidence
Helmets. You will need a helmet to keep your head safe. You will not mind something hitting your helmet, but you will mind when something hits your head. For instance, branches hanging from trees.
A backpack/ pannier. Both can be great but have different advantages and disadvantages:
Advantages of a backpack | Advantages of a pannier |
Simplicity. | Comfortable ride. |
Can be used when not on the bike. | Less sweat. |
Disadvantages of a backpack | Disadvantages of a pannier |
More seat | Some look silly when not on bike. |
Less riding comfort. | Changes how your bike handles. |
Basically, it just has to be something that can carry everything you need; a laptop, clothes, etc.
Basic tools. You will need something to fix some essential tools. Adjustable the angle of your seat, your handlebar clips or some bolts, or even some loose things. Either a multi-tool or something to tighten the wheels.
Also, you will need to deal with a flat tire in case you get one, so you will need:
Spare inner tube.
Mini pump. To remove the tires from the rim.
Tire levers.
Sometimes a puncture kit is a good option because it’s small and affordable. You might get two flat tires on a bad day.
Water. It’s a good idea to carry water where you can sip while cycling.
10 Bike lock. It can be a chain lock a d-lock. Don’t use a cable lock because it’s easy to cut and therefore not very safe.
A bell. It’s a great way to inform people who are coming and do not see you coming.
A mirror. If you are not a complete beginner, you might not really need a mirror.
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Author: Bike Commuter Hero – Source: YouTube
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