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The Garmin Edge 705 Topo bike computer is ideal for mountain biking and off-road riding. The level of map detail is just incredible and you can download and map your rides on Google Earth, plus share your rides with your friends. It’s the Best Mountain Bike computer we’ve ever tested and the GPS maps are like being in your car. Get maps for any continent.

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Exclusive TransWales video brought to you by Mercedes-Benz Vito Sport. Special thanks to Alex, Gore Bike Wear. Follow the Vito Sport this year at http://biker.vitosport.co.uk

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Video clips of Deep Creek Trail, a 100% singletrack mountain bike trail near South Fork and Creede Colorado.

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Watch me lift a Gary Fisher Tarpon mountain bike weighing 33 pounds, then visit ThingsMyBeardCanLift.com and find out how you can help my beard help Chicago’s kids!

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Dave Smith and Scott Beaumont show you some tips on how to mountain bike and review some cool kit. Produced by Adam Loretz at Abject Productions. Look out for series 2 – Summer 2008

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In today’s fitness market, there are any number of workout options. Many people choose to purchase a membership at a local gym or fitness club. Other people decide that running is the way they want to get healthier. Some people prefer swimming, walking, hiking, etc. There are plenty of options for people looking for exercise.

One popular option is bicycling. Bicycling is less stressful on the joints than running and more convenient than dashing off to the gym. Most people already have a bike so it’s cheap to get into, and even if you don’t have a bike, the investment is well worth it. Which do you think you’re more likely to waste, a gym membership or a bike? At least you can loan out your bike or sell it if you don’t want it.

So you’ve decided that you’re going to get into biking as a way to improve your health. The first thing you need to do is get a bike. If you already have one that you feel is suitable, then feel free to skip this paragraph. For those of you looking to buy a new bike, your options can be narrowed down to a few basic choices.

First of all, how serious are you about bicycling? If you really intend to do some serious riding then you need to look at the more expensive, elite bicycles. The bikes carry higher price tags because of their decreased weight and increased features. They use space age materials such as carbon fiber and advanced designs. For most people a decent mid-grade bike will do. These bikes will have some of the features of more expensive bikes but without all the bells and whistles that a normal rider can do without. These bikes utilize reliable steel (or chrome-moly) frames and good shifters and solid brakes.

If you just want some kind of cheap ride to get around town, there are plenty of low-cost bikes out there, but you’ll end up with a heavier bike that’s more prone to falling apart. Such bikes should be fine for the short-term, but you’ll probably have to replace it sooner than you’d like, especially if you use it a lot.

Another question you need to ask yourself is where you’ll be riding the bike. Are you going to be mostly riding on sidewalks and roads, or will you be taking it on trails and rugged terrain? As you may’ve guessed, there are bikes designed specifically for the road and ones made for taking off-road.

road bikes are light and fast and off-road bikes, popularly known as mountain bikes, are more rugged and often feature ride-softening suspension systems for the front and back wheels. There are also hybrid bikes designed to be taken pretty much anywhere.

After your bike, the next most important purchase you make will be safety gear. A good helmet is of the utmost importance. Many riders shun helmets but the smart rider knows how important they are. Nobody can predict an accident, and even the best riders have their bad moments so a good helmet is an extremely wise investment.

You may also want to look into gloves and possible knee and elbow pads if you’re going to be doing some serious mountain biking. Also a pair of shoes with a good sole is important. A safety item many riders forget about is a light. You should do everything you can to make yourself visible to drivers. Good front and rear lights are mandatory if you’re going to be riding in low-light conditions or at night. You may also want to consider clothing with reflective strips to make yourself more visible to drivers.

When it comes to the workout itself, remember the basics which apply to any kind of exercise. Eat properly. Drink plenty of water and sports drinks. Warm up before you take off on your bike. Do some stretches, and don’t forget to stretch afterwards. You won’t believe how much it’ll cut down on your soreness if you stretch after your bike ride. Bicycling is a great, fun way to get into shape. It works almost every muscle in your body and builds up your cardiovascular health.

Gregg Hall
http://www.articlesbase.com/sports-and-fitness-articles/if-you-want-to-be-healthier-and-more-fit-you-should-consider-cycling-68211.html

There’s a lot of terminology to learn if you’re a mountain biking enthusiast. These enthusiasts have a language all their own, what with “face plants, boing-boing, drillium and wild pig.”

However, there is also biking terminology that stays the same, regardless of the age of the user, and that’s the terms used for individual parts of the bike. And its important to know these as well.

1. Bottom bracket – A circular hole in the bottom frame of the bike, used to attach the crankset.

2. Brake cable – The cable that connects the brake lever to the brake mechanism.

3. Brake lever – Lever on the handlebar which activates the brakes. The left lever controls the front brake, the right lever controls the rear brake.

4. Chain – The set of circular metal links which transfers power from the chain ring to the cogs. There are two types of bicycle chains: bushing and bushingless.

5. Chainring – Part of the crankset. A sprocket or toothed wheel which attaches to the crank and holds the chain. Bikes can have from two to three chainrings.

6. Crank – Part of the crankset. The lever or “arm” which connects the pedal to the bottom bracket.

7. Derailleur – The device which moves the chain from one chainring to another inorder to shift gears.

8. Down tube – Part of the frame. The tube which runs diagonally from the head tube (supporting the handlebars) to the bottom bracket. Above this is the top tube, which runs from the head tube to the seat.

9. Front shock – A suspension system on the front fork which allows the bike to absorb shocks without transmitting them to the rider.

10. Handlebar – The horizontal bar located at the front of the bike which is used to steer, and which will contain the shifters and break levers and any other items a cyclist wishes to have within easy reach.

11. Headset – The device which houses the bearings that enables the handlebars and front wheel to rotate on the frame of a bike. There are two types of headset, the threaded and the threadless.

12. Hub – The center part of the bicycle wheel, consisting of an axle and ball bearings to allow the wheel to move easily. In addition, the spokes radiate out from the hub to the bicycle rim.

13. Idler pulley- A pulley takes up slack in the chain in order to keep it tight at all times.

14. Nipple – Small threaded cylinders in the bicycle rim which secure a spoke to the rim.

15. Pedal – A short metal bar on which to put your foot, in order to propel the bicyle. The pedal is attached to the crank. Pedals can be simple or come attached with clips in which to put your shoes to increase leverage.

16. Rear shock – On a dual suspension bike, the device that absorbs shocks from the rear tire.

17. Rim – The metal ring to which the bicycle tire is fitted, and to which the breakes apply their force. The interior of the rim holds the spokes which give strength to the tire.

18. Saddle – Also called the seat. Something to sit on!

19. Seat post – The tubular support to which the saddle is connected. This tube is then placed into the seat tube, and can be raised or lowered depending on the rider.

20. Skewer – A metal rod that attaches the wheel to the frame of the bicycle. On one end is a nut to keep the skewer secure, on the other is the release mechanism, which is secured either by a “quick release” toggle, or with bolts.

21. Spindle – Part of the bottom bracket. The free rotating axle to which the crank arms attach.

22. Spokes – The thick wires that join the hub to the rim. The amount of spokes determine how strong the tire will be. Spokes can also be arranged in different patterns, which affect twisting and brake forces.

23. Stem – The metal piece that attaches the handlebar to the steering tube.

24. Wheel hub – See hub.

Alastair Hamilton
http://www.articlesbase.com/sports-and-fitness-articles/the-anatomy-of-a-mountain-bike-89372.html

Want to ride around the park without having to ride on busy streets to get there? Want to keep the kids out of mischief by bringing their bikes on holidays with you? Haven’t got an SUV or station wagon where you can throw your bike in the back? Then you need a bike rack for your car.

Bicycle car racks for the family car are pretty much a necessity if you have a bike and love riding. Whether you take your mountain bike into the hills on the weekends, or if you just want to take your road racer for a quit ride through the park, the safest way to get you and your bike there is with a quality bike car rack. Bicycle car racks come in many designs, so there’ll be one to suit your bike and car.

Firstly, the two main types of bicycle car racks are:

1. Roof mounted bike racks, for carrying your bikes on the roof of your car, and

2. rear mounted bike racks including hitch, bumper and trunk mounted, for carrying your bikes on the rear of your vehicle.

If your car has roof racks, you might consider a roof mounted bike rack. These racks fit onto your existing roof racks allowing you to carry up to three bikes on the roof of your car. With roof mounted bike racks, you have the option of a rack that secures the wheels of your bike in place, or a rack that secures the front forks and rear wheel of your bike.

The advantages of roof mounted bike racks include no loss of visibility. However, you need to load your bike onto the roof so a roof mounted bike rack may not be for everybody, or every car. Also, you may need to factor in the extra wind resistance, especially if you’re taking your bikes on long trips.

Rear mounted bike racks can be mounted onto your tow hitch, trunk, rear bumper or your spare wheel depending on your vehicle. Some of these are secured using straps which won’t appeal to everybody, while the hitch mounted racks offer a greater level of security. You can generally hold up to three bikes on these rear mounted racks, depending on the type. The advantages of rear mounted racks are that you don’t need roof racks, your bikes are easier to load and unload and it can be a cheaper alternative. One disadvantage is that your rear visibility is usually reduced.

When it comes to transporting your bikes, you can find a bike rack to suit your bike, your vehicle and your own needs. Now there’s no excuse for not getting out there on your bike. Wherever it is you love to ride.

James Sanford
http://www.articlesbase.com/sports-and-fitness-articles/cant-transport-your-bike-that-excuse-doesnt-carry-much-weight-anymore-111038.html

Extreme Mountain Biking is a sport where bikers ride their beasts in extreme situations enjoying every bit of adrenalin rush. Trial riding and street riding are urban games and are examples of such mountain biking. Extreme biking is an exclusive sport, which demands a lot of courage, patience and self- reliance.

During the past few years, nobody has heard so much about the mountain bikes. But presently, mountain biking is in vogue. Mountain bikes can be enjoyed on different terrains, with equal ease. Mountain bike riders use their bikes for various competitions and programs.

Extreme biking can be divided into five categories: Cross Country, Downhill, Free riding, Dirt Jumping, and Street Riding. The most popular terrains for mountain biking are rocky roads, gravel road and inhospitable tracks. But most of the mountain bike riders prefer to ride ‘single tracks’, that are narrow pathways, carved through fields or forests.

Downhill Races

Downhill races have typical staggered start to lower the chances of crashing. The bikers ride down the hill with a matchless speed. Many Downhill races are organized in ski slopes during the summer. Downhill races demand the ultimate skill from the riders, who can maneuver their bikes extremely well. Bikes meant for downhill races are well fitted with front and rear suspension, large brakes and heavier frame tubing. These bikes should never be dragged up the hill. For this reason racers and riders of downhill make frequent use of trucks and ski hills to be transported at the top of the mountain. This extreme form of mountain race biking demands a great physiological challenge.

Dirt jumping mountain biking

Dirt jumping is more common with BMX experts. Dirt biking experts compete to exhibit the biggest, the amazing and the most astounding jumps in the air while they spin with their bikes doing flips and other stunts. You will gaze while the biker is busy taking the stunts in the air.

Bike trails

Another most extreme mountain bike riding is bike trails. This is a course of cycling action where you are made to navigate through unimaginable rough terrains without even letting your feet have the slightest ground contact. The riders performing bike trails should know how to balance their bikes on rails, boulders, posts, tree stumps and a variety of other dangerous obstacles.

Cross country races

This form of race usually covers 30 miles and it can be performed on several rough and rugged land surfaces. The cross-country racers start off together just as the participants of marathons do.

The other extreme varieties of mountain biking include park biking, urban biking and freeride biking.

Once you develop a passion for biking competitions you should at once start making arrangements with practice and get into the perfect shape. Remember, extreme mountain bike rides are not meant for beginners.

When you are prepared to take on with such rides, you should always stay alert while performing the stunts. You must also be careful about wearing helmets and pads because an inch of carelessness can make you suffer for the rest of your life.

Robert Sheehan
http://www.articlesbase.com/fitness-articles/extreme-mountain-biking-for-the-extreme-adrenalin-rush-111409.html

There are some things that you need to consider when you buy a mountain bike. You need to learn more about mountain bikes so that you can make the best decision for you.

Purchasing a mountain bike can be very overwhelming and can consume quite a bit of your extra time if you are not prepared. This article contains some hints that will help to make the process of buying a mountain bike less frustrating.

Your Mountain Bike Budget
You can spend thousands of dollars on a mountain bike if you want to, but for most of us, we have to set a budget so that we do not overspend. To do this, you need to determine how much that you can afford to spend and then stick with that budgeted amount. You will get much better service and a better bike if you purchase from a bike shop, rather than a mass-merchandiser like Wal-Mart. If you stick you’re your budget, then you will be much happier with your purchase in the long run.

What Style Of Bike?
Mountain bikes come in several different designs that correspond to the different terrains that you might be riding on and your particular riding style. You first need to determine where you will be riding your mountain bike the most. Are you going to be mountain cruising, smooth riding, cross-country racing, or doing lift accessed downhill riding? Determining this will enable to salesman at the bike shop to help you find the right bike for you and your needs.

Hard Tail or Full Suspension?
If your budget will allow it, you will want to choose a full suspension bike. The hard tail bike that comes without suspension in the rear will weigh less and allow you to get more efficiency from your pedaling, but a full suspension bike will be more comfortable and easier to control. This decision will be determined by your budget, the terrain that you will be riding on, and your particular style of riding.

Your Favorite Things
When you begin trying to compare mountain bikes using components, you will quickly find that it will be overwhelming. Determine what components are the ones that you cannot live without and then compare based on this to find the bike that meets your needs and your budget. In this way, you will not be paying for a lot of components that you do not feel are important.

Watch For Seasonal Sales
You will find that mountain bike prices can go up and down quite a bit over the course of a year. The main time that mountain bikes are purchased is during the spring and summer. If you can wait until it grows colder during the fall and winter, then you can save quite a bit of money. Local bike shops may even offer incentives on other components if you purchase a mountain bike from them, rather than from a mass-merchandiser.

Locating the Right Dealer
Even more important than the cheapest price is finding a trustworthy dealer to buy your bike from. You can always find a good price, but it is hard to find a bike shop that offers you good service and information that is more relating to your bike riding than their sales. If you find one, then you need to support them in your purchasing.

Take a Test Ride
Test ride the bikes the fit your budget and your particular riding style to find the bike that has the right fit for you. You will know when a bike feels right. The more bikes that you test out, the easier it will be to make this decision.

Research, Research, Research
Reading mountain bike reviews and other product reviews will help you to learn more about your choices and the pros and cons of them. Reading mountain bike reviews that are written by other owners will help you to determine the right bike for you and your needs. Researching is the best way to make the most of your mountain bike budget.

Alastair Hamilton
http://www.articlesbase.com/sports-and-fitness-articles/mountain-bike-considerations-109395.html