Mountain biking is a great sport and totally accessible for all riders regardless of age or ability. But buying a good quality bike is just the start you’ll also need to invest in good quality mountain bike equipment. But where do you start? My essential guide below will help you out.

Tip 1 - Bike Helmet
This should be number one on any mountain bikers shopping list. The mountain bike helmet will protect your head from those inevitable falls and crashes. For the price conscious check out the Bell Slant and Giro Hex.

Tip 2 – Gloves
Not always an immediately obvious choice but consider the beating you hands can take in all that sun, wind, and rain. Buy a good, quality pair of mountain bike gloves that will keep your hands protected and warm but not so thick that you cannot hold the handlebars securely.