If you are like me and love all aspects of mountain biking and your skill levels have reached the desired level to enjoy downhill competitions but you don’t want to have two or three different mountain bikes, you may ask yourself if the investment in a downhill bike is a must or you can use …
Race to the Bottom: Do You Really Need a Downhill Mountain Bike? Read More »
The Trek Marlin 5 has long been a popular choice among bike enthusiasts, but the question remains: is it really a good bike? With mountain bike prices skyrocketing lately, budget bikes draw more and more attention but are they really worth the investment or you should wait until you have more money? With its solid …
Unlocking the Secrets of Trek Marlin 5: Is It Really a Good Bike? Read More »
For many people, a 50 miles ride seems to be a great goal to reach and many will wonder if a mountain bike is the right bike for the challenge, if you have the same concern you are in the right spot. With the proper physical endurance, you can definitely ride 50 miles on a …
Conquering the Distance: Can You Ride 50 Miles on a Mountain Bike? Read More »
It is evident that choosing between a mountain bike and a road bike as a beginner cyclist can be a daunting task. While both options have their merits and drawbacks, my strong opinion leans heavily towards the versatility and benefits of starting out on a mountain bike. The rough terrain capabilities, sturdy construction, and wider …
Beginner Cyclists: Should You Choose a Mountain Bike or Road Bike? Read More »
Many people wonder if cross-country (XC) mountain bikes are comfortable, after all, XC bikes are designed for speed and efficiency, not necessarily for comfort. However, as someone who enjoys long rides, I know that comfort is a crucial factor. XC mountain bikes are less comfortable compared with the other MTB types on the market but …
XC Mountain Bikes and Comfort: Separating Fact from Fiction Read More »
Riding off-road is a ton of fun but road riding is also fun, so many mountain bikers, me included, want to get the best from both worlds. Yet having two bikes can be costly and can rise storing problems. Short answer! XC mountain bikes offer good performance on the road because they are designed with …
Can You Use an XC Bike on the Road? (from Experience!) Read More »
Mountain biking is an activity that a wide variety of people enjoy. Due to the nature of this activity, when your skill level increases you will need a better bike but this can be very costly, so it is worthwhile to upgrade to your cheaper mountain bike or you should wait until you have the …
Are Entry-level MTBs Worth Upgrading? (Waste of Money?) Read More »
Trail bikes are the equivalent of SUVs in the car world and XC mountain bikes are the equivalent of a sports car but the question remains, how much faster are XC bikes? As a general rule, on cross-country trails, you can expect to be 5 to 10% faster on an XC bike but on technical …
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Many riders initially think that the more suspension travel a mountain bike has the better it is but after some research on the internet they find out that many veteran riders will choose to ride a short-travel mountain bike. Confusing right? So which one is better? Short-travel MTBs will perform better on smoother trails and …
Short Travel Vs. Long Travel MTBs (Make the Right Choice!) Read More »
Sometimes the line between trail and XC bikes seems to be very blurry and many people get confused about which of the two bikes is the right choice for them. So can you use an XC bike for trail riding or do you need a trail bike? XC bikes can be used for trail riding …
Can You Use an XC Bike for Trail Riding? (Important Facts!) Read More »
