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Over many years, bicycles were utilized for various purposes like for transporting goods, joy of riding, exercise and for many other purposes. One of the biggest advantages of bicycle is they do not need fuel.
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Things to Consider While Purchasing Bicycle Parts
Over many years, bicycles were utilized for various purposes like for transporting goods, joy of
riding, exercise and for many other purposes. One of the biggest advantages of bicycle is they
do not need fuel. This is one of the main reasons why more and more people are using this
mode of transportation. If you want to enjoy your ride on a bicycle then the most important thing
that you should know is the various bike parts and accessories. One of the most important
bicycle parts is the frame. The frame contains two triangles which consist of a diamond frame
truss.
Front triangle of a bicycle comes with four tubes-top, head, seat and down tube. The rear
triangle contains a seat tube along with paired chains. On the contrary, more aerodynamic
recumbent bike has a different type of frame with reclined position. Frame materials have
evolved over several years. From the simple steel, there are celluloid, alloys made of aluminum
and costly titanium and carbon fiber frames. The next important thing you should know is the
drive train of the pedals. This is one of the most important bicycle parts because it is the speed
on which speed depends. Pedals rotate cranks held by the bottom bracket that helps in
transmitting power to rear wheel. Selecting the perfect gear for the biking activity can affect the
efficiency of biking.
While cruising downhill, a cyclist should use high gears for maintaining speed with few pedal
turns. Medium sized gears are perfect for flat surface whereas a low gear is designed for
climbing uphill as it helps in reducing fatigue. A cycle also consists of various kinds of handle
bars. Among them, most common is the upright handlebar which offers a comfortable position
as well as a perfect grip while pedaling the cycle. On the contrary, a drop handlebar offers more
breaking power to the rider during crouching position. Most of the mountain bicycles are well
equipped with straight handles for the purpose of handling the wheel in a better manner.
Last but not the least saddle is another among the various bicycle parts. Commonly, this part is
also known as bike seat. Selecting a right bike seat is necessary as it decides the comfort level
of riding. If you are a beginner, then a cushioned bike seat is the best choice for you. People
who fall under the category of race bikers should look for hard and narrow saddles. One of the
exceptions on bike seat is on the recumbent bicycles.
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In order to enjoy bicycle ride, one should have an idea about the various parts and accessories
of a bicycle. Before you start riding, make sure that all mountain bicycle parts work in a proper
manner.