Since you have landed on this page, we assume that you have already bought yourself a new bicycle or plan to buy one. It can be a tiresome exercise for a beginner to find a perfect cycle with varied kinds of options available in the market. You can check this article on our Spoke Herd community blog.
We have prepared this list for the absolute beginners. If you are someone who casually or regularly drives a bicycle, then go through the following list and see if you have missed any essential cycling accessory for yourself. So, without further ado, let’s dive into the list.
Our Top Five Essentials Cycling Accessories are: –
Cycling helmet
We have put this top on our list because it’s a necessity in India for a cyclist. We live in a county where cyclists are prone to accidents, whether driving on the road or in a lane especially made for cyclists. However, buying a cycling helmet is of no use if you do not buy one of tough and durable quality.
Cycling gloves
Cycling gloves certainly be part of any essential cycling accessories list for beginners. Cycling gloves have multiple benefits. First, it saves you from injury in case of an accident. Secondly, it helps in avoiding blisters in your hand due to continuous cycling. These gloves come with padded palms, which helps in preventing friction as well.
Cycling Jersey & Shorts
Whether it’s your bike or you are going to go out on a rented one, wearing cycling jersey and short is always suggested. These shorts come with extra padding, which helps in protecting your backside. Also, it helps in dealing with chafing if you are going on a long journey. These shorts come in various colour and types, so you will always find something of your choice.
Cycling Lock
We think this is the cheapest on the list, but its importance cannot be ignored considering we live in India. If you are going to leave your cycle unattended or leave outside your home during the night, you should invest in a bicycle lock. You cannot take the risk to lose your bike, especially when you bought yourself a new one.
Tool Kit for Repairs
Whether you are cycling on the road or off the road, a toolkit is essential even for beginners. These kits come in varied sizes and types. We would recommend you buy a portable one, which you can easily carry yourself in your pocket. These portable toolkits have some of the essential items that a cyclist need for repair.
Do You Need All This Stuff to Ride?
The answer to this question is a big “Yes”. These things are non-negotiable when you are starting to ride a bicycle. Also, do check out this article on “7 things you should know before you begin to cycle” on our blog page of the Spoke Herd community.
