Which Mountain Bike Is Best For Downhill Racing Hardtail Or Full Suspension And Which Bike Brand Do You Prefer

Question

Which Mountain Bike Is Best For Downhill Racing Hardtail Or Full Suspension And Which Bike Brand Do You Prefer

Answer 1

I don't know much about downhill, but the Kona Stinky Deluxe and Transition Bottlerocket seem to be popular in my neck of the woods, for those fond of downhill.  Voldia that Specialized is a badazz  rig. I too love Specialized.

Answer 2

No one ever races with a hard tail on a downhill course, so the simple answer to your question is full suspension is better. Just use youtube.com and see the videos for yourself, HT would be much too hard on your body.

Are you planning on racing or do you just want to enjoy the thrill of riding mountains? Visit a local bike store and ask around, I am sure they'll have plenty of options for you.

I prefer Specialized brand, but I don't do much pure downhill, I usually do free ride and my bike (Specialized SX Trail II) can do whatever I throw at it.