There is a lot of history and information out there in regards to the history and origins of mountain biking, with some being recognized and some that depend on who has the best firm of public relations. Some say that mountain biking began with the Buffalo Soldiers, which was a turn of the century infantry […]
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The gears in mountain bikes just keep getting more and more intricate. The bikes of today have as many as 27 gear ratios. A mountain bike will use a combination of three different sized sprockets in front and nine in the back to produce gear ratios. The idea behind all these gears is to allow […]
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The designs for mountain bikes can be classified into three categories based on suspension: 1. Hardtail – A frame with no rear suspension, often containing a front suspension fork. 2. Fully rigid – This is a subtype of hardtail, with a rigid fork. 3. Dual or full suspension – These bikes offer a front suspension […]
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The cost of a mountain bike frame is proportionate to its material, as well as the treatment that material has received. Currently, there are five types of material used in mountain bikes – high tensile steel, chromoly steel, aluminum, titanium, and carbon fiber. Oversized diameters, heat treating, and butting are tubing material treatments that will […]
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There are numerous ways that you can improve your mountain bike safety. Many riders will tell you that wearing a helmet is the most important step to staying safe. The second most important step is that you should always ride in control of your mountain bike. By riding in control you`ll not only prevent crashes, […]
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