Question by frenchie: how to begin cycling?
I have many questions on how to start cycling.

*How do you maintain a ,000 bike?
*What’s a cycling license? Where do I get it? How much is it?
*What gear is best?
*Clip-On Shoes necessary?
*Possible problems during a race?
*Do you have to shave your legs? Why?
*Sunglasses?

Suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Also, I need to know KEY things every biker should know.

Best answer:

Answer by Bob A
Go to a bike shop and pick out a bike, get a helmet and start riding. You can worry about the rest of it later. You want to pedal at a high cadence 70-90 rpm’s with lite pressure on the pedals so pick the gear that allows you to do that. Get a bike computer that will give you a cadence read out. Keep track of you rides so you can track your progress. If you are serious about racing you want to spend more then 00 on a bike.

You need a helmet, glasses and a mirror to start with. After you are used to riding you can get clipless pedals and some cycling shorts and jerseys.

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