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All year round, good cycling gloves have
a wide range of benefit, keeping your
hands clean and protecting them against
twigs and thorns when riding across
country. In addition, gel padding in the
palms helps to absorb road shocks.
Most models are fitted with bottle cage
mounts as standard but the bottle
mountings can also be used as a neat way
to fit a mini-pump. Just undo the fixings
with a hexagon key, thread them through
the holes in the pump clip and refit.
There’s no escaping the fact that saddles
cause more discomfort than any other
part of a bike. Padded shorts and
leggings are one solution but under liners
do the same sort of job and can be worn
under leisure clothing.
Rear carriers can be used for
mounting luggage panniers or some
specific fitting child seats.
bikE
sECURitY
Thousands of bicycles are stolen
each year, so if you want to keep your
bicycle, never leave it unlocked in a
public place. Deter thieves by using a
lock that resists bolt cutters, such as
a hardened steel chain and padlock
or D-lock. Your retailer will stock a
comprehensive range of locks.
Always lock through the frame and
rear wheel, and front wheel if possible,
then secure to a post or other
immovable object. Do not leave your
bicycle in dark secluded areas where
thieves have more time to work. Take
easily removable items such as lights
and pump with you.
For occasional use, or for frames that won’t take
standard mudguards, you can usually fit a clip on
mudguard to the down tube or seat post.
