Olle Svensk Strand
12:55 tisdag 18 augusti 2015
1) Your bike and gear is probably already good enough;
2) An external focus on what you don’t have tends to ruin your riding experience;
3) Your brain will try and fool you into thinking that buying stuff is both important and meaningful. This is how advertising works. Don’t trust your brain on this – any ‘satisfaction’ will be short lasting;
4) Long-lasting satisfaction comes from focusing on important stuff like learning to be a better rider, improving your skills, spending time with your friends, and enjoying the moment.
My advice: enjoy the ride. Sure, buy gear if and when needed, and enjoy that, but don’t make it your focus. Remember, while you need a bike, your bike is always secondary to the riding.
