What gear do I need

[peyperj]

Hi all. Just got my new mtb today (Trek Fuel EX 8 29). Newbie to the sport.

 

What gear / kit would you guys recommend one needs to kick off?

 

Will be doing all the trails in the Durbanville area.

 

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[Andrew_Smith]

A decent bib or baggie for comfort. There is nothing more annoying than a sore bum while riding. A good helmet to support your head in case of a nasty fall.

 

If you really get serious about your cycling, you can invest in a head unit (loads of options in the classified section) later on.

 

And of course, a water bottle or two for your hydration while riding.

 

Plugs and a trusty hand pump.

 

And I think that's about it.

[Butterbean]

Helmet, bike shorts, gloves, and some safety glasses if you don't want to fork out for a sports pair, and some decent pedals (not necessarily clip ons just yet)

 

Everything else is optional and luxurious.

 

Don't forget to spend some money on water bottles and cages, or a camelback (or comparative hydration pack), a multi tool you know how to use, a mini pump, and a floor pump for home, some spare tubes, a tube repair kit, and some tyre levers..

 

If you really wanna spoil yourself, get your tubeless conversion done... Do it yourself, it's a lot of fun and will save you money too!

[Letum911]

Just to add to what was said, have a bike fit and setup done. A pair of gloves also come in handy, I prefer full finger non padded gloves but to each their own

[Vetseun]

First and foremost a decent lid. That is so you dont die.

Close on its heels a good pair of bibs. So your bum doesnt die.

T shirt will work for the start.

Gloves

Shoes

Ah the list is endless. Baby steps friend.

And Enjoy

AND A PIC OF YOUR NEW BIKE... Otherwise it didnt happen.

[Mada3400]

You can have all the gear, everything you could possibly need to make your riding as easy and enjoyable as possible...

 

And then go ahead and forget it all at home.

 

Make sure your bike's tyres are tubeless and you own a good helmet and a water bottle and you can go have fun in the mountains. Obviously everything mentioned above helps and is definitely recommended, but make no mistake, this sport is exactly as complicated as you want it to be

 

That and theres always some richard on a steel hardtail quicker than you.

 

EDIT: Changed **** to richard...

[peyperj]

A decent bib or baggie for comfort. There is nothing more annoying than a sore bum while riding. A good helmet to support your head in case of a nasty fall.

 

If you really get serious about your cycling, you can invest in a head unit (loads of options in the classified section) later on.

 

And of course, a water bottle or two for your hydration while riding.

 

Plugs and a trusty hand pump.

 

And I think that's about it.

Thanks Andrew_Smith

 

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[peyperj]

Helmet, bike shorts, gloves, and some safety glasses if you don't want to fork out for a sports pair, and some decent pedals (not necessarily clip ons just yet)

 

Everything else is optional and luxurious.

 

Don't forget to spend some money on water bottles and cages, or a camelback (or comparative hydration pack), a multi tool you know how to use, a mini pump, and a floor pump for home, some spare tubes, a tube repair kit, and some tyre levers..

 

If you really wanna spoil yourself, get your tubeless conversion done... Do it yourself, it's a lot of fun and will save you money too!

Thanks DragoRosso

 

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[peyperj]

Just to add to what was said, have a bike fit and setup done. A pair of gloves also come in handy, I prefer full finger non padded gloves but to each their own

Thanks man

 

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[peyperj]

First and foremost a decent lid. That is so you dont die.

Close on its heels a good pair of bibs. So your bum doesnt die.

T shirt will work for the start.

Gloves

Shoes

Ah the list is endless. Baby steps friend.

And Enjoy

AND A PIC OF YOUR NEW BIKE... Otherwise it didnt happen.

Noted thanks

 

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[peyperj]

You can have all the gear, everything you could possibly need to make your riding as easy and enjoyable as possible...

 

And then go ahead and forget it all at home.

 

Make sure your bike's tyres are tubeless and you own a good helmet and a water bottle and you can go have fun in the mountains. Obviously everything mentioned above helps and is definitely recommended, but make no mistake, this sport is exactly as complicated as you want it to be

 

That and theres always some richard on a steel hardtail quicker than you.

 

EDIT: Changed **** to richard...

Cheers thanks. Tyres is tubeless already.

 

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[peyperj]

First and foremost a decent lid. That is so you dont die.

Close on its heels a good pair of bibs. So your bum doesnt die.

T shirt will work for the start.

Gloves

Shoes

Ah the list is endless. Baby steps friend.

And Enjoy

AND A PIC OF YOUR NEW BIKE... Otherwise it didnt happen.

Collected today!

 

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[RiverInTheRoad]

Good choice of bike! Nice helmet. Gloves. Shorts. Pump. multitool. Shock pump. The rest you buy when needed. Good quality flat pedals will help you alot. The scarier the pedal the better. Don't start with cleats.

[peyperj]

Good choice of bike! Nice helmet. Gloves. Shorts. Pump. multitool. Shock pump. The rest you buy when needed. Good quality flat pedals will help you alot. The scarier the pedal the better. Don't start with cleats.

Thanks. Ordered DMR V12 flats. Got a helmet with the bike. Not sure if it's a good one or not......think it's about R600.

 

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[Vetseun]

Collected today!

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Very naaice!!

Congrats

[Lurch the stalker]

How has nobody mentioned Strava as an essential..?

 

P.S. Awesome bike. Enjoy it.