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Since sporty cycling will soon bring you out in a sweat, a jersey made
of synthetic materials is ideal. The fibres themselves do not take up
any moisture but instead wick the sweat away from the skin up to the
surface of the materials and thus prevent you getting cold from the cool
wind produced by your speed. On longer tours you should in addition
have suitable protection against the rain. Your WHEELER bicycle dealer
would be glad to help you choose the right equipment.
G
Never ride with wide-cut trousers or skirts that might get
caught in the spokes, chain or chainrings. To avoid any such
mishaps, use suitable clips or straps, if necessary
(a)
.
G
For increased visibility to other road users be sure to wear
bright-coloured clothing!
PEDALS AND SHoES
Cycling shoes should be made of solid material to provide firm support
for your feet. In addition, they should have a stiff sole so that the pedal
cannot press through. The sole should not be too wide; otherwise you
will not be able to assume a natural foot position.
Special cycling shoes
(b)
are obligatory if your WHEELER mountain bike
or WHEELER pedelec is equipped with clipless pedals
(c+d)
. These
shoes have small cleats that are fixed to the sole. They give you a firm
connection between shoe and pedal and allow an acceptable walking
position.
The main advantage is that these cycling shoes and clipless pedals
prevent your feet from slipping off when pedalling fast or when riding
over rough ground. They enable you not only to push but also to pull
the pedals.
The usual way to engage with the pedal is to turn it from the lowest
position of the crank to the horizontal using the tip of the cleat and push
down on the back of it. Normally, the shoe engages with the pedal with
a click which you will hear and feel clearly.
The release force of clipless pedals is adjusted by means of an Al-
len key. If there are any creaking or squeaking noises occurring, some
grease applied to the contact points will solve the problem in most cas-
es. These noises as well as lateral play of the shoe on the pedal can,
however, be also signs of wear. Check the cleats at regular intervals.
G
Make sure the fastening bolts of the cleats are properly
tightened, as you will find it almost impossible to disengage
your shoe from the pedal, if the cleat is loose.
danger of an
accident
!
G
Taking up the pedals, engaging and disengaging the shoes
should first be practised when stationary. Later on you can
refine your technique in a place clear of traffic
(e)
.
G
only use clipless pedals allowing you to engage and disen-
gage smoothly. A defective pedal or a badly worn cleat can
make the shoe disengage from the pedal. or unclipping the
shoe from the pedal is sometimes very difficult or even im-
possible. In both cases, there is the
danger of an accident
!
G
Make sure that the pedals and shoe soles are always clear
of mud and other foreign bodies
and grease the lock-in
mechanism with lubricant at regular intervals.
G
Many mountainbike pedals, so called platform pedals, are
designed to provide maximum hold for the shoes, for ex-
ample, when dirtbiking or freeriding. These therefore have
sharp edges and/or screw pins
(f)
. Since you could injure
yourself from them while riding, you should wear suitable
protective clothing such as knee and shin protectors.
I
Read the pedal manufacturer’s operating instructions and
ask your WHEELER bicycle dealer to inform you about the
different cycling shoe models.
ACCESSoRIES
In purchasing this WHEELER bicycle
(g)
or pedelec
(h)
you laid the
foundation for many years and miles of enjoyable cycling. Whatever
you are planning to do with your WHEELER bicycle, be sure to have
the proper equipment and to keep a few tips in mind. Your WHEELER
bicycle dealer has a variety of useful accessories on offer enhancing
both your safety and convenience.
Your WHEELER bicycle can be fitted with various kinds of accessories.
The requirements concerning accessories are different in each country.
Familiarise yourself with the relevant country-specific regulations and
comply with the road traffic regulations in your country. Any retrofitted
parts must be compatible with your WHEELER bicycle.
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