getting a new bike

KeizzerSoze · 12 Jun 2007 at 10:30

well im getting a new bike this week and so far i only have the bike lock. Wanted to know if there is anything else I need? (helmet, special type of shoes, clothing,)

SoliD · 12 Jun 2007 at 10:44

Set of lights for the winter months/pump/spare inner tube?

Depends what you are using your bike from. You dont need special shoes if you have normal pedals and arent going to be riding seriously, which by the sounds of it you arent.

You wont need any specials clothes, any shorts and t shirt will do.

Helmet is a good recommendation though, go into a bike shop and try them on to see which you find most comfortable, rather than buying online.

KeizzerSoze · 12 Jun 2007 at 11:34

cheers mate, i was thinking of replacing my car with a bike for the summer keep fit and save money on petrol. a mate of mine says he finds it much easier and quicker getting around london on his bike. thought I might give it a go

dunker · 12 Jun 2007 at 12:44

camelbak mule (small space) or mayhem (medium space) and mitts.

SoliD · 12 Jun 2007 at 12:56

KeizzerSoze said:
cheers mate, i was thinking of replacing my car with a bike for the summer keep fit and save money on petrol. a mate of mine says he finds it much easier and quicker getting around london on his bike. thought I might give it a go

can imagine it would be a lot easier riding around london, if riding to work and back might wanna get a panniers rather than having everything on your back. but be safe out there can be dangerous especially in london.

trojan698 · 12 Jun 2007 at 13:03

Yeah cycling in the city is pretty serious, you need to have your wits about you at all times. Nearly got hit by a bus the other day..

weescott · 12 Jun 2007 at 13:11

The fumes from cars will play havoc with your lungs! Get an Anti pollution mask or face coughing up black flem, then blood, then dieing a slow and painfull death...maybe.

squiffy · 12 Jun 2007 at 13:15

KeizzerSoze said:
well im getting a new bike this week and so far i only have the bike lock. Wanted to know if there is anything else I need? (helmet, special type of shoes, clothing,)

Full length mudguards.
Waterproof trousers and jacket
Cap
Waterproof overshoes
Spare inner tube, puncture repair kit, multi-tool, pump (carry at all times)
Bright front & rear lights (LED) for countryside unlit roads a 10W halogen
Panniers (if carrying extra loads)
Helmet
Gloves

Megahurtz400 · 12 Jun 2007 at 14:49

dunker said:
camelbak mule (small space) or mayhem (medium space) and mitts.

The mule isnt small at all, its on the larger side of most trailpacks, but this would be a good choice anyway

B@Th*nG · 13 Jun 2007 at 12:13

squiffy said:
Full length mudguards.
Waterproof trousers and jacket
Cap
Waterproof overshoes
Spare inner tube, puncture repair kit, multi-tool, pump (carry at all times)
Bright front & rear lights (LED) for countryside unlit roads a 10W halogen
Panniers (if carrying extra loads)
Helmet
Gloves

Thermos, sandwiches, corn plasters, telephone money, dandruff brush, animal footprint chart and one triple thick condom. You never know...

B@Th*nG

squiffy · 13 Jun 2007 at 12:22

Prat.

Boscher · 13 Jun 2007 at 12:26

Ahahaha that's good

B@Th*nG · 13 Jun 2007 at 12:27

squiffy said:
Prat.

Boscher said:
Ahahaha that's good

bless, owned

B@Th*nG

B@Th*nG · 13 Jun 2007 at 12:29

repost

B@Th*nG

squiffy · 13 Jun 2007 at 12:32

B@Th*nG said:
bless, owned

B@Th*nG

Are you 12?

B@Th*nG · 13 Jun 2007 at 12:37

squiffy said:
Are you 12?

grow a sense of humour jezz

B@Th*nG

Shmo · 13 Jun 2007 at 13:26

Get some decent chain lube, WD40 isn't all that great.
A saddle bag is perfect for storing puncture repair tools.

For general bike maintenance things like: degreaser, car shampoo, spoke key, lockring tool, chain cleaner, chain tool are all handy.

weescott · 13 Jun 2007 at 13:29

B@Th*nG said:
grow a sense of humour jezz

B@Th*nG

The picture of geek cat must look like jezz. I think you offended him. lol

trojan698 · 13 Jun 2007 at 13:30

Shmo said:
Get some decent chain lube, WD40 isn't all that great.
A saddle bag is perfect for storing puncture repair tools.

For general bike maintenance things like: degreaser, car shampoo, spoke key, lockring tool, chain cleaner, chain tool are all handy.

What chain lube would you recommend? WD40 is a nono right?

dunker · 13 Jun 2007 at 14:17

only had my bike a few months and wandered around a few mtb forums and this is the stuff i'm using to keep my bike healthy, hopefully no big mistakes here?

chain.
Finish Line teflon dry lube, for dry days.
Finish Line Cross Country wet lube, for wet days.

front and rear mechs.
GT85. (don't get this stuff on the brake discs)

cables, seat post and bolt threads.
Finish Line Teflon Grease.
Rock N Roll Super Coat Grease. really thick blue/black smelly goo, works good though!

fork stanctions.
whatever the manual recommends, usually whats already inside the forks so if you've got Rockshox forks you use Rockshox suspension oil.

cleaning.
bucket, water, sponge, towel.
for tough bits,
Muc Off bike cleaner.
Finish Line Eco Degreaser.
don't get cleaners/degreasers near any bearings!