Instead of driving with expensive gas and parking fees, ride a bicycle to work and bring it directly into your office for safe storage. You can even bring a change of clothing in a backpack or special equipment pouch made just for you bicycle.
If you really like riding off-road on rough terrain and "hiking" on a bicycle, then you'll enjoy mountain biking. This type of biking has become a recognized sport with highly competitive races. For best results and to avoid injury, you'll need a specially designed mountain trail bicycle with dual suspension and disc brakes as well as other customized equipment.
The whole family can join in recreational biking--whether at the park or on a short scenic day ride throughout town. You can also plan a weekend biking excursion or extended bicycle tour, stopping at historical sites or other places of interest.
With this option, you don't need to be outdoors to enjoy bicycling. Spinning or using a stationary exercise bike has become quite popular in recent years. Most gyms and fitness centers offer special classes for "spinners" that produce an excellent total body workout.
Once you get hooked on cycling, it's inevitable that you will want to build your own bicycle or have one custom-made for you. All the supplies needed to build a bicycle to your specifications can be purchased online along with free detailed step-by-step video instructions.
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