For those who mountain bike what bike are you riding?

Question

Im sorta a beginner and barreling through the harder trails ....i can feel a spill comin lol.... I have a crappy bike and would just like to be on something that is reliable and will perform. Any advice will be helpful. Thanks:)

Answer 1

I am a beginner too, and I ride a scwhinn mountain bike. Some scwhinn are great and some are not, so you will have to do a bit of choosing and test riding, but my bike is smooth and the shocks are absolutely amazing.

Answer 2

Any of the brands bike shops sell will do. For any serious riding just select one in the price range you can afford and let the bike shop know what type of riding you are doing.

My first Mtn bike was a Jamis, (still have it)

Next came a Gary Fisher, (gave it to my oldest son)

Now I ride and race Giants, (Mtn and road)

Answer 3

I am currently riding a Titus Loco Moto full suspension... raced in Colorado while living there, and believe me, a full suspension was needed!

I would say to get the best bike you can afford. And yes, at LEAST a bike with a suspension fork (does anyone even make/sell a mtb bike without a suspension fork up front anymore?...). Check with the bike shop on that, too, as depending on your weight and riding style, some forks may not be as durable as you need, and typically they all come with "medium" springs in them, and again, depending on your weight and riding style, you may want heavier or lighter springs in it. A fork with adjustable rebound and damping is great, too.

Other things to consider are the geometry of the bike. If you want a bike that feels a bit more stable, go for a slightly longer frame with a slightly shorter stem. This will give you a longer wheel base and more steering stability, and will also move your weight and center of gravity back just a bit, giving you more confidence for downhill sections. Don't overdo it though, you don't want your weight too far back or the steering too sluggish. And yes, conversly a smaller bike with a longer stem with have faster, sharper steering, but your weight will be more over the front of the bike which may can be a bit hairy for downhill sections, especially technical downhill.

So, yes, talk at length with the bike shop and listen to their suggestions based on your riding style and preferences. Just try to find a bike shop with someone who has a lot of mtb experience.

Answer 4

specialized hardrock with a marzocci bomber fork. cheap and works for me

Answer 5

2006 Gary Fisher "Silver" Hybrid.

I'm really pleased with mine. Make sure if you get one to get the suspension fork.

Answer 6

2002 Marin bikes with performance shockabsorbers in front and back

Answer 7

Tomac 98 Special

Answer 8

trek 3900, a little better components than treks cheaper models, easy to upgrade. (i've installed shimano xtr brakes and clipless pedals.) affordable. plus its a 24 speed. fairly light.  very tough. one thing to remember though. fit is more important than brand. after that it is up to you and your wallet.

Answer 9

I'm riding a Jamis XAM-1 now.  Just bought it this spring and LOVE it.  Previous to that, I was riding a Cannondale.  Really liked that too, but was wanted a dual suspension.  The Cannondale was really light, compared to the Jamis, but the Jamis is a far better bike.  Of course I paid WAY more for the Jamis.  You're really going to get what youpay for.  I'd tell you to start with going to a bike shop.  DO NOT buy a bike from a store that sells groceries or housewares.  Talk to people that know what they are talking about.  Get the best bike you can afford, it'll be worth it.  The better the bike, the more fun you'll have on it, the more happy you'll be and you'll ride more.  That's what it's all about!

Answer 10

get an R700

its a sniper

Answer 11

I ride an '07 Chumba Evo, but really want the Giant Reign X.  The Maestro suspension is the best on the market.