When it comes to mountain bikes you can't just choose any old bike. It needs to be rugged and dependable but it also needs to be lightweight and easy to handle. When it comes to buying bikes online or offline you always want to make sure you are getting the best deal possible. I don't care if a bike is $3000. If I can get it elsewhere for the same bike and a thousand dollars less, then what choice do you think I'm going to make?!? Obviously I would pick the cheaper priced one.
One thing you might really consider looking is online. I know this doesn't sound like the most obvious choice - but it should be! Not only can you find a ton of different brand name bikes but you can get your hands on that discount I was talking about above. In a lot of cases you don't even have to pay for shipping and handling! So that is definitely something you should think about when buying a new or used bike! Let's have a look at three of the most popular mountain and riding bikes available to someone such as yourself!
This bike brand includes "styles" such as; Rush Mountain Bike Lefty Crossmax XT SRAM, Mountain Bike / Shimano XT / Headshock, and 2007 Capo 54cm Single Speed Fixed Track Bike. Sites online that sell bikes will most likely sell bike equipment as well!
K2 Lithium. The components on the K2 Lithium 4.0 are a great mix. The selection is both reliable and lightweight. While the Manitou Black fork isn't my favorite fork in the world, it performed well, and for this price range you can't ask for much more. The Swinger rear shock makes for an efficient ride and the Hayes HFX-9 hydraulic brakes never faltered.
The K2 Lithium 4.0 is really set up as a lightweight, long travel cross country bike. That said, it feels comfortable from the get go and has a great natural feeling ride. The only change we made to the setup was a shorter stem when things got steep and/or technical, a little more rise in the bars might help here as well. As it is, the bike is set up great for epic cross country rides and all mountain cruising.
Marin Pioneer Trail Bike has a hard-tail aluminum frame transfers your energy efficiently to cover ground quickly. Aluminum frame is lightweight, a plus when climbing hills and when lifting the bike on or off your bike rack. Spinner Grind OS 2 fork offers a beefy 100mm travel to absorb shock and smooth out your ride.
Shimano Altus shifters, C-050 front and Altus rear derailleurs move the chain responsively through all 21 gear combinations. Truvativ X-Flow 3.0 crankset with triple chainrings powers the efficient 7-speed, 14-28 cassette; this bike is ready for climbing hard and rolling fast. # Kenda 26x1.95 inch tires provide sure grip, whether crossing mud, climbing a dusty trail or jetting over to your favorite cafe!
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