World Bicycle Day 2024: 7 Must-Have Cycling Essentials for Every Rider

World Bicycle Day is celebrated every year on June 3rd, 2024. This day reminds us to get up from our chairs, grab our bicycles, and cycle to our heart’s content. Cycling has several proven health benefits. Here’s all you need to know about World Bicycle Day and the best 7 must-have essentials for every rider. 

What Is The History Of World Bicycle Day?

During the United Nations General Assembly’s 72nd Regular Session, a resolution supported by all 193 member states was passed, marking the very first World Bicycle Day on June 3rd, 2018. This day aims to spread awareness about the several health benefits of cycling and encourage environmentally friendly modes of transportation.

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Cycling Benefits: Is Cycling Good For You?

Cycling is a cardiovascular activity that promotes better heart and respiratory health. The following are several cycling health benefits:

• Promotes better heart and lung health.
• Strengthens bone health and joint mobility.
• Aid in reducing stress levels.
• Increases muscle strength. 

Top 7 Must-Have Cycling Essentials For Every Rider

If you’re a frequent rider who loves fresh air and a bicycle ride, then these are the top seven cycling accessories that you need:

• Tyre Levers - This small tool helps with removing a tyre from the rim of a bicycle wheel. These come in very handy when you have a flat tyre to fix. 
• Spare Tube - Carrying a spare tube will help you when you have a flat tyre. A spare bicycle tube fixes a flat tyre by replacing the punctured inner tube.
• Multi-Tool - A multi-tool is a handy all-in-one toolset for cyclists, containing screwdrivers, pliers, and wrenches for on-the-go bike repairs.
• Seat Bag - A seat bag, stays under your bicycle seat and holds cycling essentials like tubes, tools, and snacks for on-the-go access.
• Bicycle Light - It is used to improve visibility at night, with a front light for seeing and a red rear light for being seen
• Lock - This is for securing your cycle to a rack, using different designs like a U-lock, cable, chain, or folding design for varying security levels.
• Hand Pump - Being small and portable for on-the-go inflation, a hand pump is used to fill flat bicycle tyres.
• Snacks - Carry high-carb, easy-to-eat snacks like bananas, energy bars, etc., that fuel your ride. 

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