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Mountain biking is a sport that requires a lot of gear both for comfort and safety.

Mountain biking accessories and other products can be bought in your biking store. Just be mindful of the things that your really need to buy as the sales people in the store will just lure you into buying a lot of stuff, many of these you don’t really need.

What should one buy when just starting out? Here are tips on what you should purchase on your first biking adventure.

• Biking helmet. It is the most important accessory a biking enthusiast should buy. Aside from the comfort and style it offers, it also serves as a protection for serious head injuries.
•  Mountain bike gloves. Bikers especially beginners keep a very firm grip on their handle bars which can be very cruel to their hands. The gloves will protect your hands from the weather and from scratching when you fall.
•  Mountain bike shorts.  Bike shorts are important because it will provide your rear the comfort especially when your body is adjusting during your biking.
•  Mountain bike shoes. Choose shoes according to your bike type and pedals. If your bike has pedal that are clip less, you should get shoes that is comfortable with the special cleat on your pedal. The bike shoes should be durable, comfortable and has a stiff sole for better movement when pedaling along e terrain.
•  Eye Protection gear. Non breakable sunglasses can help protect your eyes from debris and the wind.
•  Hydrating system. When biking, the body loses a lot of water. Always make sure you have a water bottle or hydration pack with you.
•  Trail Repair Kit. A multi-tool designed for bike repair, tire levers and a patch kit for fixing flat tires are a must have for both beginner and advanced bikers.

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