Beginner Cycling Mistakes to Avoid

When you first start cycling, you may think it is as easy as well, riding a bike. The truth 
is, advanced and even intermediate cycling can be vastly different than the typical 
beginner biking you may remember from your childhood. There are some mistakes you 
can make that can hurt you, hurt your bike, and even become costly on repairs or 
injuries. In order to avoid these mistakes, you need to know what they are. Here are a 
few of them that you should avoid.

Ignoring Body Limits

One of the most common lead ups to injury in beginner cyclists is ignoring, or not 
knowing, your body's limits. Before you join a biking event, take on a long trail ride, or 
do something else that exerts your body and energy test your limits. If you have not 
taken a cycle on an off-road trail before, then don't push yourself as a first run. Take the 
easier trails at first. Get used to your bike, your body, and the trails and work your way 
up. You will eventually get there. There is no rush.

Ignoring the Maintenance of Your Bike

No bike is cheap. You are spending at least a few hundred dollars no matter which 
option you choose. If you do not maintain your bike, then you may be facing a costly 
replacement of parts or the entire bike itself. You need to make sure that you are 
keeping a maintenance schedule and that you are maintaining the bike properly. It is an 
investment and should be treated that way. One of the leading ways that people end up 
with issues on their new bikes is through a lack of repair and maintenance. 

Ignoring Proper Clothing

Another issue that many beginners have is wearing the wrong gear. You may feel that 
you are keeping yourself protected from the elements, but if you are wearing clothing 
that is not breathable, you could be hurting yourself. You could lead yourself to a cold, 
flu, or worse. If you don't layer the clothing properly, you could also have the same 
effect. Make sure to avoid potential health issues and illness but choosing the right 
clothing and maintaining it as well as you maintain your bike. 

By keeping these mistakes in mind, you can make the preparations to avoid them in 
your future. You can also span out from them to avoid other mistakes you may make as 
well. 
