If you’re a cycling lover, you will have to pay a lot of attention to your bicycle and maintain it well, for bicycle parts are exposed to wear and tear (磨损) over time and you have to examine the bicycle to see if there are any signs of wearing such as scratches, dents (凹陷) etc. Sometimes, a part may not work because it has exceeded its life expectancy. Sometimes, you will need to find replacement parts for it to keep up the performance of the bicycle.

Different parts of a bicycle will wear at different rates so it is very important that you have a basic understanding about the role played by each part. One of the most important parts of the bicycle is the frame. You will need to choose a frame that lasts for a very long time. Of course, you will see some paint scratches after some time. When you’re selecting a frame, you have to think about the material. Aluminium (铝) frames will not rust easily, but they have a higher chance to dent. Steel frames will be hard to dent, but you will need to make sure they get a good paint job so that they won’t rust.

Wheels also experience a lot of wear and tear and you should go for a professional seller when you want to buy wheels. There are different types of wheels that you can buy, like Zipp wheels that provide more aerodynamic efficiency (空气动力学效能). Investing in new tyres instead of going for used is a good idea because you will be able to get more use out of it. The same goes for chain as there’s a higher chance of a used chain breaking. You may also experience shifting problems. However, some parts of bicycles such as pedals can be used for a long time and you can find different styles.

Other parts that you can buy used are seats, handlebars and the stem. When you are buying handlebars, you have to see if there are any dents or if they have been bent out of shape. There shouldn’t be any cracks in the seat post or the handlebars. There are many shops where you can buy parts, so you will have to check the references to see how customers respond to them before you buy anything.

You know you’re ready to hit the road and see the world, but you need a little help in getting out of the door. With some thought and careful planning, you can head for adventure sooner than you think. Start planning your escape!

Determine how much money you can spend on a trip. You don’t need to be rich to travel, but knowing how much money you have will likely shape all other aspects of your trip. 【小题1】 Where you go, how you get there, where you stay may all rely on how much you have to spend.

【小题2】 If you are working, check how much vacation time you have saved up. Check your calendar for any important dates — you might need to push your trip back a few days so you won’t miss your grandpa’s 100th birthday.

Make travel arrangements. There are dozens of websites you can use to search for reasonable flights all over the world. Take the time to check booking search engines. Try the airlines’ direct websites. 【小题3】          

Book your accommodations. From hostels to luxury (奢侈) hotels, tree houses, and campgrounds, there are tons of choices when it comes to deciding where to stay. 【小题4】 If you want to meet other travelers and don’t mind sharing a bathroom, a hostel may be a good choice. If you want to sleep late and order room service , you may have some other choices.

Go to the doctor and get vaccinated (接种疫苗) . 【小题5】   Some countries require proof of certain vaccinations to enter the country. Your doctor can give you an International Certificate of Vaccination, or Yellow Card, to provide as proof of inoculation.

So wherever your next stop may be : Good luck.

There are many types of goals that a person can set, but perhaps the most important in the long run are those that lead to spiritual growth.

Be clear on what your beliefs are. 【小题1】 That’s a huge question, and one that’s not always easy to answer. Knowing your beliefs come from looking inward and asking what you feel brings you closer to your final destination.

Reflect on your actions. Once you know what you believe in, it pays to keep track of how well you stick to those beliefs in your everyday life. Have you practiced what you promised? Have you done things that go against your beliefs? Have you felt conflicted at all? 【小题2】

Cultivate (培育) peace. A life that is more spiritual is one of greater inner and outer peace. A worthwhile goal is to find ways to bring more peace into your life. 【小题3】 Therefore, identifying sources of conflict and working to ease the tension is an effective tool for spiritual growth.

【小题4】 There is one important factor which gives you lots of help: community. While you may think of the community as the wide group of people who live where you live, we’re talking about your personal community, that is to say those people who are an active part of your life.

Be silent. For spiritual growth, it pays to be in silence. 【小题5】 Whatever method you adopt, the phrase “silence is golden” really is appropriate. It is a golden opportunity for you to allow your “soul” to come to the surface of your being.