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The mountain biking survival tips are as follows:

Water and food
Whether it is summer or in the middle of the winter season, you as a biker need to drink plenty of fluid and eat a substantial amount of food. Bring high energy food and enough water or energy drink to stay keep you hydrated during the course of the trip. Powerbars or energy bars are recommended since they are compact and easy to carry. If powerbars are not available, you can bring fruits such as bananas and apples. Always pack extra food in case you have to stay longer on the trail.

Clothing
Wear clothes that are suited for the type of weather. If you are riding in summer, bring light clothes made from breathable fabric. Winter riding requires layers of clothing that may include a t-shirt, a long sleeve shirt and a brightly-coloured jacket so that you can be properly seen in the middle of the snow.  Remember more thin layers are better than one thick layer, more layers create layers of air between them which act as an insulator.

Gears
First things first: never ride without wearing a helmet. Then wear gloves for better grip and comfort. Gloves can also protect your hands in case you suffer a crash and use your palms to absorb the fall. Don’t forget sunglasses, they serve as a protection against foreign objects that might enter your eyes. Depending on the colour of the shade, sunglasses can enhance the colour of the road or trail.

Tools
Torch!!  Tire blow out can happen anytime while on the trail; always carry bike and tire repair kits that include multi-tool wrenches, pump, tire gauge, patches and glue. Do not forget a spare inner tube.

Navigation
Bring a map, a compass or a GPS in case you are unfamiliar with the biking trail.

Trip Planning
Like a good Boy Scout, be prepared. Pack everything you need before the trip.

To summarize all these, your backpack should contain the following: enough food and water, sunscreen, mobile phone, pump, tire gauge, patches, glue, spare inner tube, multi-tool kit, first aid kit, wallet with identification and extra money, torch, a navigation tool like compass or GPS, a map, and a lighter.

(Do not ride alone.)

Protect yourself from heat.

Mountain forest In case it rains, stay high and dry. Create a make-shift shelter on the highest area of the terrain. Do not ride the storm especially if it comes with lightning.

If you are going to stay overnight, make a fire before it gets dark. Keep it alive throughout the night. Fire keeps predators away.

Temperature can plummet when dark sets in. http://www.articlesbase.com/

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Taking care of your full suspension mountain bike or hardtail mountain bike can be very simple and it will also help increase its mechanical life. Below is a maintenance guide that should be considered after every ride in order to help keep your mountain bike mechanically sound.

Steps: 1.Remove all of the accessories (lights, bells, etc) on the top of the handlebars.

2.Turn the bike upside down so you can remove the wheels and inspect the drive train.

3.Carefully remove the front and rear wheels to give you more room to work on the bike.

4.Clean the drive train (derailleurs, chain, and crank) with a brush and soapy water. Also use a wet soapy rag on the chain and rear derailleur.

5.After you clean your bike parts make sure you dry them thoroughly with a towel so they do not rust.

6.Wash the underside, frame and front fork, of the bike and make sure all moving parts are free of debris.

7.Wash your front and rear wheels by cleaning the rim, spokes and cassette. Then put the wheels back on the bike.

If the wheels are not true and or rubbing on the brake components make the necessary adjustments.

9.After your chain is back in place turn the pedals to check the drive train. Make sure the bike pedals smooth. If you hear any strange noises coming from your wheel bearings investigate further.

10.Turn your bike over so it is right side up and wash the top. Do not forget to dry the bike thoroughly.

11.Test your front and rear brakes and make any necessary adjustments.

12.If applicable inspect your front and rear shocks.

13.Thoroughly lubricate you drive train (chain, cassettes, crank and derailleur) with the recommended oil. The steps listed above will help you keep your bike in good working order and also help you prepare for your next ride. If any mechanical malfunction is noticed during the process make sure it is addressed. Your local bike shop, which sells mountain bikes for sale and bike parts, will be able to help replace a component if additional help is needed.

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Mountain bikes are extremely popular worldwide, and it is important if you have a mountain bike to understand how your bike works and what each part is used for, not only so that you are more informed and knowledgeable in general, but also in case your bike happens to break down at some point, as with this knowledge you will be aware of what the problem is and how to fix it.

 One of the most important aspects of all of any mountain bike is the mountain bike shocks. Mountain bike shocks are part of the overall suspension, and they work by performing two basic functions. For one, they dampen spring oscillation, and secondly, they aid in ride control overall. Mountain bike shocks aid in ride control by keeping the bike manageable during regular driving, and they do this by keeping the tires down on the ground and not allowing them to bounce after hitting a bump. You need to take proper care of your mountain bike shocks, and make sure that if at any point they need to be fixed or replaced that you do so immediately. There are many benefits that you will receive from replacing worn shocks, including: helping to reduce wear on other suspension components, help to maintain dynamic wheel alignment, help to prevent premature tire wear over a period of time, and help to prevent premature wear of suspension parts such as the ball joints and steering linkage.

 If you choose to go this route, then you will want to bring your bike in for a routine examination every few months or so, more often if you go mountain biking quite frequently. By taking proper care of your bike not only will it last you a great deal longer, but as well you will be further ensuring your own safety, as the best way to mountain bike is on a sturdy and safe bike.

 To increase the life of your rear shock it is highly advisable to invest in a neoprene shock cover, many brands manufacture these and are invaluable for keeping grit and mud away from the mechanism and seals especially during the course of a long hard muddy ride.  When you’re done be sure to remove it and clean it after each ride to increase the longevity of your shock.  If you are using an air based suspension shock, ensure that the correct pressure is maintained, all manufacturers, shock types and bike types vary so ensure you comply with the guidelines suited to your individual bike, however the rule of thumb is that the shock should take up approximately 20% of the full potential sag when you’re sitting on the bike.  Adjustments can be made relatively simple using a simple shock pump.

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