Gear and Accessories For Your Bike

By David Fiedler, About.com Guide to Bicycling

There is a world of equipment and accessories out there to sort through for you and your bicycle. Learn more here about the gear that you need, and clothing and accessories that will make your bike riding fun and enjoyable.

1. Bicycle Clothes and Gear
2. Parts and Accessories for your Bike
3. Things You Need When You Ride

Bicycle Clothes and Gear

You don't necessarily need special clothes to ride a bike. But having the right attire can make the ride more fun and comfortable. Learn more here about what to look for in different pieces of cycling wear, as well as reviews of the best and most popular products.

• What Bike Gloves Are For
• Jack Frost Can Take a Hike: Dress Right For Cool Weather Riding
• Stay Warm in Any Weather: Dressing in Layers
• Review: Boure Thermal Tights/Knickers
• Review: Canari Canyon Baggy Mountain Bike Shorts
• Review: Coolmax Headcovers by Headsweats
• Review: Louis Garneau Fusion 3-in-1 Bike Gloves

• Review: Louis Garneau H-Flexx Bib Shorts
• Review: Ozon Bib Shorts by Gore Bike Wear
• Review: Ridge Runner Vest by L.L. Bean
• Review: Rock and Roll Cycling Jerseys by Primal Wear
• Review: Shins Knickers by Chrome Transport
• Review: Sugoi Shelby Cycling Jersey
• Review: Sugoi Wool Cycling Top

Parts and Accessories for your Bike

There are lots of things you can put on your bike to make it better. Things to make it faster, safer, more comfortable and more useful. Learn more here about parts and accessories for your bike.

• Before You Buy Bike Tires
• Bike Tire Photo Gallery - See the Different Types of Bike Tires
• What Type of Pedals Should I Use?
• Review: CatEye Strada Cyclocomputer

• Review: Flashing Bike Pedals by Pedalite
• Review: Topeak Beam Rack DX
• Review: Topeak MTX Trunk Bag

Things You Need When You Ride

You don't want to carry the whole house around with you when you're out on your bike, that's for sure. Being on a bike is about being easy and free. But there are a few essential items that you want to have with you to make your riding safe, comfortable and self-sufficient.

• Seven Things You Gotta Take When You Ride
• Everything Else You Need On A Ride
• Top Accessories for Bike Commuters