Top must-have gears for bikers

Top 5 Must-Have Bicycle Gears

Unless you are training on rollers (stationary training device) or you are riding with your granny,  there's no way that you'll roll on those rough terrains without the proper gears on. As most pro bikers would say, "Safety first" and there is no biking on rocky descents and boulder gardens without putting the following on.

1. Helmet – Fine, it is a bit bulky and no matter how light it claims to be, it is still nothing compared to wearing nothing on your head. But then again, that's what helmets are for, to protect your head, in case things get ugly.
     Helmets nowadays are more breathable and aesthetically better compared to the old ones. Even style-conscious bikers now have more options on which helmet to choose. Brands like Michelin have helmets which are cool, stylish and affordable. It is more breathable and has better shape to perfectly fit your head.
     True, there's no way you'll be able to experience the wind combing your hair with this on, but wearing a helmet is better than injuring your head when things get nasty.
2. Gloves - When you go biking, your body sweats - - and your hands are no exception. This can loosen your grip and can cause an accident. This can be avoided by putting a pair of gloves. They add more grip and tightens your hold especially when you roll over rough and rocky terrains.
     Pokal gloves offers padded and ventilated neoprene panel gloves suited for tough rides. It improves your grip and has the best fit. Definitely a must-have for every good biker.
3. Sports water bottle -  Speaking of sweat, Biking is considered to be one of the most tiring sports  because of the continuous motion that you do. You need to replenish the water that is lost due to sweat. As a rule of thumb, you should drink one liter of water for every hour of activity. So make sure that you have water wherever you go, so that nothing, not even thirst can stop you.
     And to make sure that you're hydrated? How about grabbing the Sportline's HydraCoach Intelligent Water Bottle? It is the smartest sports bottle you’ll ever find - - It can calculate your hydration needs and track your real-time fluid consumption. Now there's no worrying if you are next to getting dehydrated. Isn't it smart?
4. Protective eyewear - Bunny hopping on rocky and rough surfaces might cause your eye to catch small debris. For some, wiping it with a cloth will do the trick, but I say preventing it from happening is better than wiping it. Also, wearing protective sunglass protects your eyes from sun glare and UV rays. So when you are riding on the afternoon, you can pop in clear or amber lenses to protect your eyes.
    Kontrol’s Orion Irisdescent sun glasses can be your best bet. The lens are made from polycarbonate making it fifty times stronger and lighter compared to other pricey sunglasses. It fits firmly and comfortably and it doesn’t slip; thanks to non-slip soft, rubber grips. With Super-flex Grimalid frame for great flexibility and durability and UV 400 lens to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays.
5. Accessory bag - There's no leaving without it. Consider this as your safety kit, where basic necessities such as spare tube, hand-heel pump, patch kit, tire levers and multi-tools must fit.
    Check out Deuter Hydro Lite bag, it’s small, its neat and it comes with a hydration bladder. The compartment is thermal-layered to maintain cold things cold and warm things warm. Comfortable to use and stylish. With Mesh shoulder straps and airstrips back system to provide good ventilation.

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