The Simplest Possible Way of Choosing a Mens Mountain Bike
Sunday, August 16th, 2009Picking a mens mountain bike does not have to be difficult. There are some basic pieces of information that you should review in order to pick a mountain bike that is right for you.
The first thing is to make sure that you are selecting a bike that is a true mountain bike. There are many bikes out there that look like a mountain bike, but it is important to do this as the first step. Now some people may be going “duh” but you would not believe how many people buy a bike only to realize later that it is really a road bike that has been made to look like a mountain bike. This is especially true in your big box stores that sell bikes. Choosing a true mountain bike is important because mountain bikes are designed to ride over difficult terrain and if the bike is not a true mountain bike you or your bike might not end up well at the end of the ride.
Next you want to check the bike frame. Mountain bikes are usually heavier and have more suspension than other bikes to deal with the more difficult terrain that riders tend to ride on. The different types of suspension are rigid, hard-tail, soft-tail or dual suspension. This is a very critical part of the bike choice and most mountain bikers normally choose a hard-tail suspension. You also want to check the angles on the frame. The angles to look at are the head tube and the angle at the seat tube. Normally a wider angle is used for better handling when pedaling uphill. Shorter angles are better for higher speed and more stability on downhill courses.
The final thing to check on a mens mountain bike is its brakes. There are basically two different types of brakes, the standard v-brakes and the newer disc brakes. Most people prefer disc brakes to the v-brakes because they tend to provide better braking in a variety of terrains, disc brakes are also much easier to maintain and tend to last longer than the standard v-brakes.
So check to make sure that the bike is a real mountain bike, that it has the suspension that you desire, that it have the correct angles on the frame for the type of riding that you are planning on doing and lastly has the preferred braking mechanisms that will match your riding techniques. After reviewing these items, you should have no problem picking the correct mens mountain bike.
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Darren Berrecloth rides the new 2008 Specialized SX Trail. And, as usual, makes it look easy. This was pulled from the new Specialized suspension website.
New Specialized Enduro 08 Bike. New all mountain riding experience. FSR technology & 6 inch of travel
Store Manager Ed provides a detailed review of the 2009 Specialized FSR XC Full Suspension Bicycle. All four OC stores, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, and Anaheim Hills have the latest in high tech bikes for on or off road use. While you are there, you may also want to set an appointment for a professional, certified fitting to add power, endurance, and comfort to any bike. To check out the exact location, hours, and contact information for any of the stores, visit our website at http://www.RockNRoadCyclery.net or call the Anaheim Hills Store at 714-998-2453