Things to Do Right After You Buy a New Bicycle!
4 min readSep 14, 2018
You’ve finally managed to get your dream bike. The bicycle that gave you enough sleepless nights. It finally has a place to call home and a soulmate who will ensure to take care, always.
You’ve spent enough days reading about, researching, asking friends and acquaintance about buying the right bicycle.
And now it’s time for you and your bicycle make memories out on the road!
Well, buying the right bicycle is half your job done, riding and taking care of it is another.
So if you are completely new to cycling or are getting back after a very long break, here are a few things to do after you buy a new bicycle!
Invest in a good helmet:
Times are changing. A hairstyle is given less important than your head while riding a bicycle on the road. So before you head out in excitement, ensure to wear a good helmet. Here’s a guide that will help you choose the right bicycle helmet.
Download a cycling app:
Cycling apps are a trend in the cycling world. So download one of the best cycling apps right away and start recording your ride and track the number of calories you burn. This will add more fun between your legs.
Starva is our personal favourite. If you’re looking for the best cycling apps, here’s a list!
Join cycling communities and Whatsapp groups:
If you’re a cyclist, you have to be on your local cycling groups. Check Facebook, there are tons of cycling groups. Once you find, join them.
There are also quite a few Whatsapp cycling groups that you can join! New cycling buddies, loads of cycling tips from experienced cyclist will make all the difference.
You can join our cycling community here: I AM VELOCRUSH
Buy a bicycle repair kit:
Punctures are just around the corner to ruin your bicycle ride every now and then. Moreover, they are very likely to hit you when you least expect them. Hence, carry a puncture kit and a spare tube along and don’t forget to learn how to use it. You might also want to consider buying a hand pump for such dreaded times.
Also, get yourself a good saddle bag to put these things all in and carry around wherever you go!
Get a good floor pump:
One of the most important things most cyclists forget when they head out for a ride is to check their tyre pressure. Optimum tyre pressure will ensure that your tyres roll well and reduce the chances of pinch flats. Read about tyre pressure, here!
Control your excitement:
No matter how old you are, the bicycle will manage to get the kid out of you! Just ensure you are aware that you’re on the road and not get carried away. This excitement is good but not when it’s not under control!
Bib shorts are a must:
