The Difference Between Components and Accessories
Components are the parts of your bike without which your bike couldn't function. This includes derailleurs, rims, handlebar, brakes, saddle, cables, hubs, tubes, tires, stem, spokes, pedals, cranks and more.
Accessories are anything added to the bike for comfort or utility. This includes packs, racks, lights, pumps, patch kits, water bottles, brake boosters and more.
Is the Price Right?
You should always try to buy the best gear you can afford. This general rule is good for any sport. You depend on your gear to keep you out of trouble or to get you out of trouble — you don't want it to fail.
There are some strategies, however, that you can use to cut corners and save dollars. As you go through the interactive guide, look for the dollar signs ($$) for tips on how to save money as you gear up.
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