How Do You Choose A Mountain Bike?
People have been modifying bicycles to handle difficult terrain for decades, while competitive mountain biking competitions date to the 1970s and 80s [Mountain Bike Hall of Fame]. Today, numerous manufacturers produce bikes specifically designed to tackle tough terrain and rigorous riding. The options available can seem staggering, from frame geometry to suspension, brakes and tire tread patterns. A mountain bike differs from a road bike (commonly known as a “ten-speed” bike) by having a smaller, more rugged frame along with wider tires that can handle muddy tails, rocks and fallen branches and even jumps or steep climbs. The narrow, lightly treaded tires on a road bike may be efficient for high-speed riding on a smooth surface, but even the most gentle forest trail can give them problems. Of course, mountain bikes aren’t res
