The Essential Checklist   

   
One of the great things about cycling is that you'll find an almost unlimited selection of add-ons to customize your bicycle and help you enjoy riding. But what accessories do you really need? We've put together this list to help, and grouped things into two categories: Essential Accessories, which are those items you shouldn't leave home without; and Other Goodies, which are things many cyclists also enjoy having.
Assuming you've already got a bike, you only need these few key accessories to be safe and comfortable while riding and to be able to deal with the one breakdown that might occur, the flat tire. (Relax! Flats aren't that hard to fix. Ask us to tell you how.)

Essential Accessories for Biking
Helmet
Good Lock & Holder
Pump
Spare Tube
Tire Levers
Water Bottle & Cage
Patch Kit
Gloves
Mini all-in-one Tool
Seat Bag
Eyewear
Cycling Shorts
Energy Bars
Sun Block
Other Goodies
Cycling shoes & socks
Cycling jersey (short & long sleeve)
Cold Weather Gear: Leg & Arm Warmers, Booties (shoe covers), Llong-Finger Gloves, Tights, Windbreaker & Rain Jacket
Front Light
Flasher Taillight
Bell
Hydration System & Cleaning Kit
Cyclecomputer
Rear Rack
Heart-Rate Monitor
Indoor Trainer
Floor Pump
Maintenance Manual
Bike Repair Stand
Bicycle Tool Kit
Panniers (saddlebags)
Trailer (for kids or gear)
Car Rack
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