How do I get a water bottle fixed to a bike?
Cycling is a great way to get low-impact exercise. There are a few pieces of equipment that are essential for cycling: a bicycle, of course, a helmet and some sort of hydration. When you take off, you need to make sure that you have plenty of fluids. The wind blowing across perspiration cools you and dehydration can happen quicker than you think. With your hands on the handlebars, it leaves little room to carry a water bottle. Mounting a water bottle cage will leave those necessary fluids accessible but out of your way.Mounting a Water Bottle CageMake a trip to your local cycling shop. They will offer water bottle cages and water bottles that fit inside them. Purchase a cage and a bottle, if you need one. Some stores will install the water bottle cage for a small fee, but setup is easy to do yourself. Get your bicycle in a well-lit work area. Look on your bicycle’s bottom tube for two small holes; these are specifically to secure a water bottle cage. Your cage comes with two small scre
