{"id":9017,"date":"2015-03-12T09:55:42","date_gmt":"2015-03-12T07:55:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.pricecheck.co.za\/?p=9017"},"modified":"2015-03-12T09:55:42","modified_gmt":"2015-03-12T07:55:42","slug":"things-youll-need-to-go-mountain-biking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/blog\/things-youll-need-to-go-mountain-biking\/","title":{"rendered":"Things you’ll need to go mountain biking"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Absa Cape Epic, the gruelling mountain bike race that tests riders to the limit over eight intense days, kicks off on 15 March. If you’re inspired to get in the saddle and train up for next year’s race – or simply enjoy nature while you get fit – here are the basics of what you need to be a mountain biker.<\/p>\n

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  1. A good bike<\/a>.<\/strong> Mountain biking is a challenging sport and you\u2019ll be doing plenty of climbing, jumping and sliding. This means you will need a bike as tough as the terrain you will be facing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    1. A helmet.<\/strong>\u00a0It\u2019s light, aerodynamic and comfortable \u2013 and it might just save your life.\u00a0 A strong helmet<\/a>\u00a0is an essential accessory for mountain biking as you will fall off at some stage \u2013 any experienced biker will tell you this. No matter what, make sure you\u2019ve got your head covered.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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      1. Gloves.\u00a0 <\/strong>Protecting your hands not only helps when you eat some dirt \u2013 gloves <\/a>also help you maintain a good grip on the handlebars.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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        1. Head lamp\/torch with extra batteries.<\/strong>\u00a0 Don\u2019t get left in the dark.\u00a0 Remember to get a head lamp<\/a> or torch for night-time or early morning riding.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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          1. Gadgets.<\/strong>\u00a0 Make your mountain biking experience simpler and cooler with the latest technology.\u00a0Buy gadgets<\/a>\u00a0that make your cycling safer, help you find your way and let you sensor your speed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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            1. Riding shorts.\u00a0 <\/strong>Sit in a saddle for any period of time and your butt will start to object. Padded riding shorts<\/a> are a cyclist\u2019s best friend.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

              The Absa Cape Epic, the gruelling mountain bike race that tests riders to the limit over eight intense days, kicks off on 15 March. If you’re inspired to get in the saddle and train up for next year’s race – or simply enjoy nature while you get fit – here are the basics of what<\/p>\n

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