How to ride a bicycle
A bicycle is a favorite mode of transport for those who prefer to move around quickly, and at the same time not to cause damage to the environment. A bicycle can rightfully be called the most environmentally friendly mode of transport. And if you recall the role of cycling for general strengthening of the body, training the muscles of the legs and back, fighting overweight. How to ride a bicycle correctly, so that cycling classes bring not only pleasure, but also a benefit.
When riding a bicycle, you should, if possible, look around the surrounding landscape, evaluating the possible obstacles .Pay attention to the details, predict whether you can cope with the approaching obstacles: large puddles, gullies, hollows. If you are not an extreme, choose the path of least resistance. When focusing on an unfamiliar area of the , stand or at least slow down the speed of the ride.
Special attention should be paid to the bicycling in the urban area of .And although the cyclist is equated with a pedestrian, having left for the carriageway, he is equal in rights and duties with drivers of cars. Accordingly, and he should behave according to the situation.
While riding a bicycle through the streets of the city , concentration, concentration, the ability to maneuver, the ability to keep a lot of details in sight - from road signs to maneuvers of the same cyclists as you are important.
It will be nice to worry about the safety of the bike while you go to a snack in a cafe or visit your friend on the way. A special lock and a strong chain for a bicycle will save the situation. To "park" your two-wheeled transport, choose stable objects. Removable parts of the bike( steering wheel and seat) it is desirable to take with you.
Pay special attention to the parts of the bike so that its breakdown does not catch you unawares. If a long road is foreseen, for example, a bike trip,( and the short one, however, too), take with you a spare camera and pump.
When cycling , it is important to correctly rotate the pedals.
Imagine that the pedal is an hour hand.
In order for the to overcome the obstacles of the , it is not necessary to tear the front wheel every time. Seeing the obstacle, you need to slow down, place the pedal in position for "two hours".After that, dramatically increase the speed and at the same time raise the rudder of the bike.
The rear wheel of a bicycle is not worth bothering at all, bullying it high and often. To overcome the obstacle, you need to position the pedals in the position for "three hours" and "nine hours", bend forward and simultaneously raise both pedals up. It will be quite good if the pedals are equipped with special clamps .
The bicyclist and the so-called "hare jumps" will not interfere with the bicyclist - when both bicycle wheels go up and then go down and go on. To do this, put the pedals in the position of "three" and "nine", stretch the legs and simultaneously raise the steering wheel and pedals. This exercise requires some training - but the result will please anyone.
During the turn of the , the leg that is "outside" must be kept straight, applying the main force to the "external" pedal.
Special attention should be paid to landing .During movement, the legs should be slightly bent at the knees, the feet flat. The wheel should be held tight, but not a dead grip. Elbows slightly relaxed. To bend forward or not is your business, remember only that the greater this slope, the less resistance of the oncoming air will be - therefore, the easier it will be to move.
It is also necessary to learn how to correctly fall from the bike - from such a trouble no one is insured. Falling, you need to group, and after flying to the ground, make a few somersaults by inertia.
Enjoy your holiday while riding a bicycle, less obstacles on the way and good weather!