There are many styles of mountain bikes for kids. Choosing the right one depends on the type of riding your child will be doing, such as wide fire trail riding, steep single trail riding or casual cruising. Technology for children’s mountain...
You are looking to get a bike that is the biggest bang for your buck. Cheap is a relative word but in this case: assume it means the least expensive bike that is the highest quality within those price limits. A cheap mountain bike bought brand new...
Starting in 1958, Scott Sports was founded by Ed Scott after he invented the first aluminum ski pole. By 2008, when Scott Sports celebrated its 50-year anniversary, the company was producing gear and equipment for bikes, winter sports, motosports...
GT has a diverse line of mountain bikes, and you can find any kind of bike to suit your type of riding. The company has free-ride/downhill bikes, all-mountain, trail, cross country racing, cross country recreational and even dirt jump mountain...
Downhill refers to a high-speed discipline of mountain biking. While many mountain bikers prefer to stick to level trails, downhill riders prefer specialized racing courses. The top-rated downhill mountain bikes have been designed to offer...
While recreational bikers prefer leisurely rides through community parks, mountain bikers opt for a more adventurous approach. Over the years, mountain biking has broken into a multitude of riding disciplines including downhill racing and dirt...
If you're thinking about buying your first mountain bike, the number of options can be confusing. Mountain bikes differ in their suspension, method of braking, and, of course, cost. You will want to consider all of the options before committing to...
Downhill mountain bike technology can get so intricate that champion rider Gee Atherton keeps his forks' components secret. But as Atherton says: "Good brakes are one of the most important things." There are five strong downhill mountain bikes.
Mountain bikes were originally poorly modified road bikes meant to handle gravel and dirt surfaces. On top of that, women had to ride bikes that were more suitable for their male counterparts. However, this has all changed, and mainstream bicycle...
Schwinn bicycles have attempted to enter the mountain bike market since the late 1980s without much success. The company has gone through multiple ownerships and bankruptcy, and never really put out a solid line of mountain bikes. It did come out...
The Avalanche refers to a specific series of mountain bikes produced by the GT bicycle company. The different models of the GT Avalanche series allow you to ride on beginner to expert mountain biking terrain. Another manufacturer of mountain...
The stem is a metal rod inside your mountain bike forks that you adjust vertically to change the height of your handlebars. It also attaches to the steerer above the wheel so your front wheel turns when you move the handlebars. The size of the...
Are you ready to put some thrill into your life? Want to get out and experience the great outdoors but you can't stand camping? Then you could be ready for your first mountain bike. Mountain bikes are specially designed bicycles that are equipped...
Racing bikes and mountain bikes fill different niches for the cyclist, with design differences that tilt toward speed or durability. Even so, elite mountain bike riders look for a light bike with good speed, and racers who do grueling staged...
Finding the right size mountain bike for your body is crucial for safety and and a more comfortable ride. The best way to size a mountain bike is to have a store employee measure you and take the bike for a test run. If you choose to buy a bike...
The GT bike company began in 1974 when Gary Turner and Richard Long teamed up with the intention of creating the fastest BMX bikes in the industry. Over the years, GT kept up with industry trends, adding various styles of mountain and road bikes...
As mountain biking has become more widepread, with female racing stars bringing attention to the sport, manufacturers have realized "there's money to be made in women-specific bikes and componentry," writes veteran cycling journalist Steve Worland...
Mountain bikes can scramble over roots and rocks that would stop a road bike in its tracks, but when it comes to pavement, a road bike will take the lead every time. This discrepancy in speed results from the weight of the bikes, the position of...
The best women's mountain bikes maximize comfort while riding over bumpy roads and down rock-strewn trails. They typically feature components not associated with road bikes, including fatter, knobby tires (ideal for gripping loose dirt), a...
The bottom bracket resides in a circular shell at the base of the frame tubes on your mountain bike. The right and left crank arms attach to each end of a spindle that rotates in the bracket as you pedal. Pedal cranks are specific to the...
Purchasing a mountain bike is not as confusing or complicated as you might think. If you're a beginner or a casual mountain biker, you don't need to spend thousands of dollars on a bike. You can find a decent mountain bike for under $500. If...
Two of the largest and most successful mountain bike brands in existence, Trek and Specialized are also rivals in the highly competitive mountain bike market. Both companies manufacture excellent bikes and have similar product lines.
The advent of alloy wheels prompted many mountain-bike riders to replace traditional steel wheels to experience the advantages of lighter weight on the trail. The development of modern alloy wheels coincided with frame-and-suspension designs that...
Keo is a signature pedal from Look Cycle. The company says it invented the first automatic carbon fiber pedal in 1986. Look, based in France, ships pedals and bike accessories across the world. The Keo pedal from Look has been specifically...
The primary differences between BMX bikes and mountain, or MTB, bikes are in their design. A BMX bike is designed for a sprint around a short man-made track, with a smooth surface linking large jumps, while a MTB is designed to travel long...
From the time fork suspension was introduced into mountain bike designs, manufacturers have scrambled to outdo the competition. At one point, designers considered using a swing-arm rear suspension that was proving effective on dirt bikes. They...
Huffy and Mongoose remain two prominent bike manufacturers that produce bikes for all types of terrain. Huffy and Mongoose create bikes that meet the needs of a mountain biker. While both brands share certain similarities, the bikes have key...
Riding conditions on a mountain bike can be anything from a well-packed trail to a craggy descent, so your tires are critical to how well your bike responds to the challenges you meet on your ride. Tire sizes on bicycles can be anywhere from 12 to...
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