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Riding a bike can be great exercise and fun activity to do with friends and family. Customizing your old bike's look and performance can be a fun and cost effective way to spice up your ride. Whether you're looking to conquer a new terrain, take up a new exercise, or just add a little color to your life, there are lots of great ways to alter your bike. | Riding a bike can be great exercise and fun activity to do with friends and family. Customizing your old bike's look and performance can be a fun and cost effective way to spice up your ride. Whether you're looking to conquer a new terrain, take up a new exercise, or just add a little color to your life, there are lots of great ways to alter your bike. | ||
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===Changing the Look=== | ===Changing the Look=== | ||
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#Make sure your tires are strong. If you are thinking about taking your bike on rough terrain, you’ll want to make sure your tires are wide and have enough tread to not slip. They will also need to be thicker than a road tire so that you don't get a flat. <ref>http://www.bicycling.com/bikes-gear/components/know-your-rubber-quick-start-guide-mountain-bike-tire-design</ref> | #Make sure your tires are strong. If you are thinking about taking your bike on rough terrain, you’ll want to make sure your tires are wide and have enough tread to not slip. They will also need to be thicker than a road tire so that you don't get a flat. <ref>http://www.bicycling.com/bikes-gear/components/know-your-rubber-quick-start-guide-mountain-bike-tire-design</ref> | ||
#*You can readily find reinforced tires that have extra support for off roading. You’ll want a tire that is 29, 27.5 or 26 inches. The tire itself should spell out which size it is. The widths for a mountain bike ranges from 1.8-2.2 inches. | #*You can readily find reinforced tires that have extra support for off roading. You’ll want a tire that is 29, 27.5 or 26 inches. The tire itself should spell out which size it is. The widths for a mountain bike ranges from 1.8-2.2 inches. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
*A good place to get old bikes are transfer stations and junkyards. | *A good place to get old bikes are transfer stations and junkyards. | ||
