Today, mountain biking is the primary recreation choice for millions of people worldwide, young, old and in between. It offers fun, excitement, and a good workout. Definitely the best way to see the countryside.
Naturally, popularity brings more choices and with more manufacturers, brands and different types of bikes available, it can sometimes be quite difficult to choose correctly. In this article we will discuss what you have to look for when shopping for a mountain bike.
The first thing you should decide on is your price range. You can spend a few hundred or a few thousand dollars on a bike. To keep things under control you should determine your price range and look at bikes within that range.
Next, you need to know what kind of riding will you do. There are different types of bikes designed for different terrains and riding styles. The main question is - where will you ride? Off road or mostly on paved surfaces. Full suspension, front suspension, or no suspension?
One of the most important part of buying a new bike is choosing the right size. If the bike doesn't fit you, you will be uncomfortable and won't feel safe. Sizes usually refer to the frame sizes. Here are the most common frame sizes depending on your height: 17" is for people between 5'4" and 5'11", 19" for those between 5'11" and 6'2", and 21" and up are for people that are taller than 6'2".
When to buy? If you can, try to avoid the main buying season from spring through summer. The best time to buy is September because that is when next year's models usually come out. When this happens the prices for older models typical drop.
And lastly, don't forget about the other essentials. You know, helmet, glasses, gloves, and very importantly - padded biking shorts. Happy riding!
Naturally, popularity brings more choices and with more manufacturers, brands and different types of bikes available, it can sometimes be quite difficult to choose correctly. In this article we will discuss what you have to look for when shopping for a mountain bike.
The first thing you should decide on is your price range. You can spend a few hundred or a few thousand dollars on a bike. To keep things under control you should determine your price range and look at bikes within that range.
Next, you need to know what kind of riding will you do. There are different types of bikes designed for different terrains and riding styles. The main question is - where will you ride? Off road or mostly on paved surfaces. Full suspension, front suspension, or no suspension?
One of the most important part of buying a new bike is choosing the right size. If the bike doesn't fit you, you will be uncomfortable and won't feel safe. Sizes usually refer to the frame sizes. Here are the most common frame sizes depending on your height: 17" is for people between 5'4" and 5'11", 19" for those between 5'11" and 6'2", and 21" and up are for people that are taller than 6'2".
When to buy? If you can, try to avoid the main buying season from spring through summer. The best time to buy is September because that is when next year's models usually come out. When this happens the prices for older models typical drop.
And lastly, don't forget about the other essentials. You know, helmet, glasses, gloves, and very importantly - padded biking shorts. Happy riding!
About the Author:
Kyle Curtain is a mountain biking enthusiast. Riding his Iron Horse Warrior mountain bike is his favorite pastime. Next on his buying list is one of the Rocky Mountain bikes.
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