Read the text carefully and match the paragraphs to the titles. How to use bicycles to get to work Why bikes are popular What makes the choice difficult Bicycles with a difference Benefits of cycling in a gym Statistics for thought Safety rules to follow Unicycles, one-wheeled bicycles, are believed to have been an adaptation of the world’s first bicycle, which had a large front wheel and a smaller back wheel. There are several different styles of unicycle riding. Mountain unicycling involves riding down off-road trails or mountains using unicycles with large tires. In freestyle unicycling, cyclists perform stunts and tricks similar to those done by skateboarders. When it comes to improving health, using a stationary bike is safer than running on a treadmill, doing cross-training, or cycling outdoors although it takes more time to get results. Using the bike in a sports centre helps to decide such problems as lowering blood pressure and reducing the risk of heart disease, without the risk of hurting joints. It is suitable for beginners or for those who are just starting to exercise. Lots of people ride bikes for lots of different reasons. Riding a bike offers many health benefits. It can be done by people of all ages, from childhood up through the adult years when achy joints do not allow for more stressful exercise like jogging. Riding a bike is a proven stress releaser, regardless of whether a person is riding for pleasure or for a specific purpose. Also, bicycling does not harm the environment. Over a hundred million bicycles are produced every year. China, India, the European Union, Japan, and Taiwan manufacture 87% of the total amount. Most bicycles sold in the U.S. are imported from China. Although it is at the forefront of both bicycle use and production, China has seen a decline in bicycle use. In 2002 only 20% of the population used bicycles as a means of transport, while in 1995 that percentage was as high as 60%. Selecting a bike of the right size can be a serious challenge. First of all, it involves measuring the user’s height and leg length. Most bike manufacturers provide helpful tables that specify the appropriate frame sizes for different builds and body types. In addition, children’s bikes are sized differently than adult bikes. Where adult bikes use the frame size as the primary measurement, children’s bikes rely on the wheel size. When riding a mini bike, we should not forget about the necessary equipment. Experts advise riders to select helmets certified for mini bike usage since this ensures the helmets provide the proper protection. It is best to wear elbow pads, knee pads, and protective gloves to increase protection in an accident. It is also important to ride in the daytime or in proper lighting and to avoid motor vehicle traffic as much as possible. Bicycle commuting requires finding an appropriate route, getting a bicycle that is in good condition and wearing the right clothing when cycling. The commuter should verify that the location he is commuting to has an area for parking bicycles. Online map programmes can be used to find a good route free of highways. A test ride should be done to make sure the route is safe and to find out how long it takes.

Задание

Read the text carefully and match the paragraphs to the titles.

Объекты 1
- How to use bicycles to get to work
- Why bikes are popular
- What makes the choice difficult
- Bicycles with a difference
- Benefits of cycling in a gym
- Statistics for thought
- Safety rules to follow
Объекты 2
- Unicycles, one-wheeled bicycles, are believed to have been an adaptation of the world’s first bicycle, which had a large front wheel and a smaller back wheel. There are several different styles of unicycle riding. Mountain unicycling involves riding down off-road trails or mountains using unicycles with large tires. In freestyle unicycling, cyclists perform stunts and tricks similar to those done by skateboarders.
- When it comes to improving health, using a stationary bike is safer than running on a treadmill, doing cross-training, or cycling outdoors although it takes more time to get results. Using the bike in a sports centre helps to decide such problems as lowering blood pressure and reducing the risk of heart disease, without the risk of hurting joints. It is suitable for beginners or for those who are just starting to exercise.
- Lots of people ride bikes for lots of different reasons. Riding a bike offers many health benefits. It can be done by people of all ages, from childhood up through the adult years when achy joints do not allow for more stressful exercise like jogging. Riding a bike is a proven stress releaser, regardless of whether a person is riding for pleasure or for a specific purpose. Also, bicycling does not harm the environment.
- Over a hundred million bicycles are produced every year. China, India, the European Union, Japan, and Taiwan manufacture 87% of the total amount. Most bicycles sold in the U.S. are imported from China. Although it is at the forefront of both bicycle use and production, China has seen a decline in bicycle use. In 2002 only 20% of the population used bicycles as a means of transport, while in 1995 that percentage was as high as 60%.
- Selecting a bike of the right size can be a serious challenge. First of all, it involves measuring the user’s height and leg length. Most bike manufacturers provide helpful tables that specify the appropriate frame sizes for different builds and body types. In addition, children’s bikes are sized differently than adult bikes. Where adult bikes use the frame size as the primary measurement, children’s bikes rely on the wheel size.
- When riding a mini bike, we should not forget about the necessary equipment. Experts advise riders to select helmets certified for mini bike usage since this ensures the helmets provide the proper protection. It is best to wear elbow pads, knee pads, and protective gloves to increase protection in an accident. It is also important to ride in the daytime or in proper lighting and to avoid motor vehicle traffic as much as possible.
- Bicycle commuting requires finding an appropriate route, getting a bicycle that is in good condition and wearing the right clothing when cycling. The commuter should verify that the location he is commuting to has an area for parking bicycles. Online map programmes can be used to find a good route free of highways. A test ride should be done to make sure the route is safe and to find out how long it takes.

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