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Cycles are one of the simplest machines in the world. They have been around since the 1800’s. They are easy to use, easy to maintain and cycling is the best pollution free way of getting fit and healthy. It can get you to work cheaper and faster. It can carry a large load either in a pannier or in a trailer. It can make that long walk, a breeze. It can let you race at thoroughbred speeds and it can take you to any place on Earth you want to go to.
However, in an age when you can get cheated into a buying a cheap but utterly useless bike, it is very important to know exactly what you are buying and whether it is comfortable for you. Buying a bicycle is like buying a pair of shoes. If you buy a pair two sizes too big or too small, its absolute torture. It bleeds all the enjoyment out or riding a bicycle. A rusted chain or awful tires make cycling very hard work. The bicycle should also be your size. If it’s too small, it’ll be like walking or half squat. If you really want to enjoy cycling, you should have the right bicycle and the knowledge to set it up.
The first bicycles were one wheeled and extremely dangerous. The rider could be thrown to the ground at the slightest disturbance. Modern bicycles are sturdier two wheeled contraptions that make a biking is more a pleasure rather than an adventure. The chain drive to the rear wheel in the modern bike gives a stable centre of gravity and the brakes have a better grip. Moreover, bikes have become cheaper and more affordable. The three-month wage of a workman is no longer required for the purchase of a bike—a week’s wage would do! The inexpensive nature of the vehicle has resulted in a booming cycle business.
Cycling is one of the most energy efficient
and easy forms of muscle-powered transportation, if only its
done right. So get your bike and enjoy the freedom of riding
into the wind spending only your own energy and getting fit
by the mile!
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