Mountain biking has changed drastically since its origin, so have the bikes. New feature have been added to meet the growing challenges of the sport. Ultra light bikes, hi-tech gears and suspension have become the need of the day to increase efficiency of the bike and the rider.
Mountain biking has changed drastically since its origin, so have the bikes. New feature have been added to meet the growing challenges of the sport. Ultra light bikes, hi-tech gears and suspension have become the need of the day to increase efficiency of the bike and the rider.
Investing in a good mountain bike
Selecting a good quality mountain bike is the most important step in mountain biking. Although it is comparatively more expensive than ordinary bikes, buying a good bike is a must considering the hardships it will be subjected to while venturing out on the hill slopes. These bikes are specially designed to endure a lot of pounding in the process. They are fitted with special tires and suspensions to reduce the stress on the rider and the bike and make the ride comparatively smoother.
Todays Standard Equipment includes front wheel suspension by default.
Now a...