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Article Surfing ArchiveSmart Cycling - Articles SurfingLearning to ride a bike is a rite of passage. It's a skill that takes us from three-wheeler to two-wheeler, from sidewalk to street. It's also one of the easiest of life's lessons to learn, but it does take effort to learn how to ride well. Body position Knees Arms Many riders believe that the best way to ride is to have a bike custom-built. They are not necessarily wrong, but the real source of smart cycling is in body adjustment. Even if you have a custom bike, you will have to learn to hold your body in the proper position to get optimal performance from your cycle. Weight should be shifted so that most of it is placed on the back wheel, to increase pedaling rate and maximize bike control. Chances are, you will change and upgrade bicycles as you age. But if you choose to keep your bike for the long haul, you'll need to adjust your riding position as your body reacts to natural aging processes and loss of flexibility. This will give you a more pleasant riding experience and reduce the strain on your body. Going from three-wheeler to street cycle is just the beginning. Smart cycling is about how you ride, not necessarily what you ride.
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