Biking/Cycling - Sample Resources
New to Biking? Click on Over!
This is a personal website of a biker that isn’t an expert, but provides practical information on how to choose a bike and more. Sections include parts of the bicycle, frames and forks, gearing, tires and rims, bicycle race training, and more. A links section will take you to other biking information on the Web. When choosing a bike, the author explains that it’s important to determine the proper use of your bike. He says to ask yourself questions such as how much money are you comfortable spending on a bike, who do you plan to ride with, and what kind of biking do you plan to do with the new bicycle? A useful site for those new to the world of cycling.
Buying the Right Bike for You
The section on the About.com guide to Bicyling gives you everything you need to know about buying just about any kind of bike. It covers mountain bikes, road bikes, and hybrid and alternative bikes. It includes a bikie-sizing chart, and an article on Fitting a Bike, which is about the adjustments you can make to maximize your comfort. There is also an article on Must-Have Gear and Accessories for Commuters. Some for good advice is offered for being a smart shopper for a bike, such first borrowing the kind of bike you think you want to make it really is what you want. The author cautions against the temptation to go cheap because like everything else, you get what you pay for and you won't be happy over the long run because a bike is heavy and the components won't last long if they are not high quality.
Bikers Unite on the Web: Connecting with Other Cyclers
Connecting with other bicycle riders on the Internet is easy with this website. It includes a listing of newsgroups on bicycling, including topics such as buying a bicycle, mountain biking, off-road biking, repairing bikes and more. There is also a useful section on frequently asked questions with regards to biking for kids and adults. An archive section has a directory of cycling-related gifts. Then there are a ton of cycling-related websites, including those of bike clubs, bike rides, bike tour companies and more. Site is for mountain bikers but anyone who enjoys biking will enjoy.
Bike Spoke Length Formula and Wheel Building Information
This site has information on calculating spoke length based on hub and rim measurements. The site features related links, and includes information on how to build a bike wheel. Geared towards experienced rides, there are formulas on how to calculate spoke length and other pro biking information such as how to find out which lacing pattern is best for you, and other mathematical formulas to help avid bikers get the best ride for speed and comfort. If you’re a pro biker, or really interested in the mathematics and physics of biking, this is a great site to visit.
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