How To Choose A Mountain Bike

The first thing to do before purchasing a bicycle for any reason is to know what your primary riding is going to be. Most people initially purchase a dual use bike- something that can be ridden on road and off road. Eventually- when the bug bites big it/' ll be time to invest in a bike that is all muscle for the mountains.

One of the ways that mountain bikes differ from other bikes is that they have very strong- lightweight frames- multiple gears- powerful breaks and wide tires. A comfort bike- or recreational weekend bike- touring bikes and cruiser bikes are built more for comfort than durability. WIthin the mountain bike category there are several types of bikes available; the cross country bike- the trials bike- the downhill bike and the jump/slalom bike.

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Generally the largest percentage of mountain bikes sold are in the cross country- or XC classification. These are good dual purpose bikes. They are lightweight and good for riding over tough terrain- but they are also comfortable for road riding.

Jump/slalom bikes are also good dual purpose bikes. They are very strong and have an excellent front suspension.

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You will want to do a lot of reading about different types of bikes- and you/' ll want to visit many bike shops. A cross country mountain bike can cost between $600 and $800 or more. Some bikers say that your first bike should be the best bike you can possibly afford- even if you think that it/' s too much bike for you. If you buy a low-end bike initially and then find you want to change components later it can get costly. Before choosing a bike you will want to ride it. Most dealers allow for a 15 to 20 minute test ride. If you do a test ride make sure you go "off road" if you can- even if it/' s over curbs and grass. You want to get a feel for the bike.

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