New Rider Basics

Now that you're thinking of riding.....

I've created a list of basic stuff you need before you go on your first ride.
You can also use this as a checklist before leaving on any long ride.

1. A bike
2. Water Bottle Holders (1 maybe even 2)
3. Bottles (1 maybe even 2)
4. 2 Spare Tubes
5. 1 Spare Tire
6. Hand help pump
7. Floor Pump (Keep this at home!)
8. A good pair of gloves
9. Biking Shorts
10. Biking Shoes
11. Pedals - they don't usually come with the bike.
12. Patch Kit
13. Helmet
14. Sunglasses (Need to prevent the dust from getting into your eyes)
15. Head light (optional)
16. Tail light (recommended)
17. Sunscreen

Winter Rides will require more clothing. But I'll share that when winter comes :)

The few stores I'd recommend in the South Bay are:

REI
Mike's Bike
Performance Bike
Sports Basement

That's it folks. See you on the road.