by John Brown
Like nothing else, your favorite music keeps you pedaling in high spirits through the most challenging rides. So, how do you bring your favorite tunes along with limited space while riding a bike? Look at these tips below, and some of the most popular options.
Earbuds for favorite music
The most common way people listen to music is through earbuds. Earbuds do a great job because they fit snugly into your ear (eliminating a lot of wind noise), are light and collapsible, and don’t need an additional power source. The downside of earbuds is that they can limit your ability to hear your surroundings. We take for granted how much our auditory sense contributes to our ability to ride comfortably through the world. If you want to use earbuds, you should use just one. Most media devices will allow you to shift all music to one earbud, leaving your other ear open and keeping you safe.
Speakers
Another simple option is to use the speakers on your phone and purchase a mount to hold it. This option works okay, but music quality and battery life are issues. Although this is not a great option, many riders use their phone as a GPS device, so it is already available as a media player. Another option is a speaker system that mounts into your helmet.
Another popular choice is to use your phone paired with a portable speaker. Many riders find it easy to mount a speaker to their bike or person. Portable speakers maintain good sound quality, rely on their own internal battery, and allow you to hear the world around you. The best part is that the volume can be adjusted so that others outside of your immediate vicinity won’t hear your choice of boy band!
Rock and pedal responsibly no matter what music you choose. Be responsible to yourself by not eliminating your ability to hear the world around you, and respect others who may want to enjoy all the sights and sounds uninterrupted.