I'm getting off-road bikes for my son (11) and me in the next few weeks. I figure we'll take it pretty easy at first and will primarily ride trails. I have a few questions about gear.
1) Besides a good helmet, what is really required?
2) Most of the pants and jersey's are pretty flashy. Do most of the trail riders wear these, or can you get by with jeans and t-shirts? Also, the majority of the jersey/pant combos are in dark colors. It seems like it would get pretty hot in the sun. It's better to get light colored gear, right?
Thanks for your help.
1) Besides a good helmet, what is really required?
2) Most of the pants and jersey's are pretty flashy. Do most of the trail riders wear these, or can you get by with jeans and t-shirts? Also, the majority of the jersey/pant combos are in dark colors. It seems like it would get pretty hot in the sun. It's better to get light colored gear, right?
Thanks for your help.