HOW TO FIND ALL MOUNTAIN MOUNTAIN BIKES

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HOW TO FIND ALL MOUNTAIN MOUNTAIN BIKES (MTB)

Bicycle Type

The bicycle type is based off of your riding style and preferred terrain. Pay attention to the 'travel,' or the range of a bike's shocks when looking for a new mountain bike. The geometry of a bike - the dimensions that dictate rider position - is also an important aspect. Where you ride and how you ride will influence the category of bike you need.

• Cross-country racing is an endurance sport with a mix of climbing and descending over moderately technical terrain. As a category, cross-country bikes are the lightest, most efficient mountain bikes because they have the least amount of travel (~80-120mm).
• Trail bikes are “beefed up” cross-country bikes. More travel (~120-150mm) and a more relaxed geometry make trail bikes heavier and able to perform well on descents, but poorly on climbs.
• All Mountain bikes fall somewhere between trail and downhill/freeride. They have 150-180mm of travel and a more slack geometry than trail bikes. Although these bikes do not climb well, they preform well on technical descents.
• Downhill/ Freeride bikes are all about going downhill. With at least 180mm of suspension, the bikes in this category are heavy. Only look for downhill/ freeride bikes if you plan to ride dedicated downhill/ freeride trails and don’t mind catching a ride or walking to the top of the hill.
• Dirt Jump bikes are similar to BMX and freeride bikes, but vary in regards to suspension, wheel size, frame material, gearing, and components.
• Single Speed is a popular choice with many riders because of their simplicity; single speed bikes have only one gear. Single speed gearing can also be found on certain dirt jump, cross-country, and kids bikes.
• Recreation bikes are the least expensive in the mountain bike category. While they look like a mountain bike, they are not meant for single track trails because of their entry-level components. Recreation bikes lend themselves to riding around town or on paved and gravel surfaces.
• Female Specific bikes are frames designed specifically for women. They usually have more stand-over room, shorter top tubes, and steeper seat angles. Not all manufacturers offer female specific bikes since most women will be able to find a standard model that fits them well. If you are a woman, you do not need to limit your search to female specific bikes.

Bicycle Type Options: 
Cross Country, Trail, All Mountain, Downhill/ Freeride, Dirt Jump, Single Speed, Women Specific, Recreation, Kids, Girls, Snow, Tandem

Frame Material

This refers to the material used in the construction of the bicycle frame.

• Aluminum frames, popular because of their light weight and affordability, tend to be the stiffest, although the rough handling on bumpy pavement is frequently a criticism.
• Carbon bikes, made from carbon fiber, are top of the line cross country race bikes because it is the lightest frame material. However, for the average rider, carbon frames can be very expensive. Consider carbon fiber bikes only if light weight is a top priority.
• Chromoly steel, a strong, stiff, and light material, offers a great ride quality. However, only the highest quality and most expensive chromoly steel bikes are comparable in weight to aluminum, carbon, or titanium frames.
• Steel is strong and long lasting. High-tensile steel was originally the most common frame material for mountain bikes. Because of their heavy weight, steel bikes are found mostly in entry-level mountain bikes today.
• Titanium ("ti") frames are lighter and stronger than steel, but they're also more expensive and most frequently used in high-end custom frames. Titanium flexes well, allowing the frame to absorb shocks from rough road or trail.

Frame Material Options: 
Aluminum, Bamboo, Carbon, Chromoly, Magnesium, Steel, Titanium, Wood

Frame Size Range

For a comfortable and efficient ride, it's important to find the right frame size for your height. Find your height on the chart below and the corresponding frame size will give you a rough estimate of what size frame to look for.

Mountain Bike Sizing Chart
Rider Height	Frame Size
4'10" and below	XXS
4'10"-5'2"	XS
5'2" - 5'6"	SM
5'6" - 5'10"	MD
5'10" - 6'1"	LG
6'1" - 6'3"	XL
6'3" and above	XXL

Frame Size Range Options: 
XXS (-13"), XS (13"-15"), SM (15"-17"), MD (17"-19"), LG (19"-21"), XL (21"-23"), XXL (23"+)

Suspension

Mountain bikes can be further classified by their suspension, or shocks.

• Full Suspension bikes have a front and rear shock. They offer a smoother ride in rough and rocky terrain. Originally introduced for downhill riding, full-suspension bikes are now popular across all disciplines of the sport.
• Hardtail bikes have a front shock only. Hardtails are lighter and cheaper than full-suspension bikes with similar components. Hardtails are better climbing bikes, whereas full suspension bikes are better for downhill.
• Rigid bikes have no shocks. They are a popular choice among mountain bike "purists" because of their simplicity. Rigid frames are also common in dirt jump bikes and certain kid’s bikes.

Suspension Options: 
Full Suspension, Hardtail, Rigid

Total Bike Weight

Total bicycle weight includes weight of the frame and weight of the components. Although there is a trade off between weight and strength in mountain bikes, an ideal bike is both lightweight and strong. For the lightest, strongest bikes, expect to pay significantly more money. However, the lightest bikes, because of their frame material, are not necessarily the most durable. For riders doing lots of climbing or racing, weight is a top concern.

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FACT: In our database, the mountain bike (MTB) with the lightest total bike weight is the 2011 Scott Contessa Genius at 27 pounds.

Wheel Size

There are two sizes of wheels to consider when buying a new mountain bike (20 and 24 inch wheels are typically found only on kids bikes and/or BMX bikes). 26 inch wheels are the standard for downhill, freeride and dirt jump bikes. 29 inch wheels, however, are becoming more and more popular for cross country and trail riding. Larger wheels roll over obstacles more easily, provide better handling on rocky trails, and offer better traction because they are able to run with less air pressure. The disadvantages of a larger wheel include: Increased wheel weight, more wheel flexibility and a smaller equipment selection due to their emerging popularity. Shorter riders may find difficulty in accommodating larger wheels to their frame.

Wheel Size Options: 
12 inch, 16 inch, 20 inch, 24 inch, 26 inch, 29 inch, 650B

WHAT TO AVOID IN ALL MOUNTAIN MOUNTAIN BIKES (MTB)

• Don’t settle with a cheap mountain bike. It’s one of the biggest mistakes a new rider can make. Riders should expect to spend at least $800 on a new bike to ride on single-track trails (a common type of mountain biking). Bikes that cost less than that will not deliver a quality riding experience; they lack the proper components designed for the stress of off-road riding, and you'll end up spending more money at the bike shop to fix frequent mechanical issues.


• Still, you don't need to spend $8,000 on a top manufacturer's model to have a good time on the trails. At a certain point, all components perform well, and any additional price increase only results in a weight reduction.

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