Cycling for Life: 5 Reasons to Own a Bicycle If You Don’t Already Have One

A bicycle is perhaps one of the handiest pieces of gear that you could own. Whether you ride for health, to get to work or even just for leisure, there are countless reasons on why you should own a bike if you don’t already have one.

It doesn’t have to be a fancy expensive brand either. You could get away with buying a second-hand bicycle as long as it works well and you learn how to maintain it, or you could even get a folding bike that is perfect for storing in a car, in a small shed or even to take to work. If you don’t own a bicycle yet, then here are five reasons why you should go out and get one with your next paycheck.

  1. It’s a great workout

If you’re used to using cycling machines to help you workout, then why not invest in the real thing? Not only are they similar in price, but you can create your own cycling routes with the help of Google Maps to create a scenic route instead of staring at the wall while you cycle at home. It’s fun, it’s exciting, and feeling the wind blowing on your face is a refreshing change from an indoor cycle.

  1. It’s a cheap and green way to travel

Cycling doesn’t require you to have a license or pay tax. You can buy a bicycle and immediately ride it to and from work or to your local grocery store. You don’t have to worry about parking spaces (though you should lock the bike when you’re away from it) and there are more and more cities with specialized cycling lanes that make it safer to ride on the road.

  1. Your can outfit them with a lot of accessories

If you’re used to going out to buy groceries with your car, then you can do the same with a bike by installing a basket in the front or back of your bike. You won’t be able to carry as much as a car, but it’s still a convenient method of transporting goods. You can also install panniers on the back of your bike to carry more items if needed, such as your laptop or other working materials.

  1. There is plenty of cycling gear to take it to the next level

You can buy all kinds of cycling gear accessories that will turn your hobby into a lifestyle. For example, you can buy cycling clothes that reduce the air resistance when you’re on the bike, making you go faster and look stylish while you ride. You can also get customized helmets (which you should always wear) and even monitors to see how fast you’re going and how much distance you have traveled.

  1. You can explore

Whether it’s a mountain bike or a simple city bike, having a bike unlocks a level of freedom that you can’t experience with a car. Sure, a car can take you longer distances and go faster, but a bike lets you travel on smaller streets and off-road paths.

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