Nowadays a decent mountain bike can cost more than a brand new motorcycle. The use of advanced materials and the ever-increasing investment into research and development has resulted in price increases year on year Even with eye-watering price tags becoming the norm in the MTB industry, downhill bikes stand out as some of the most …
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You may be wondering whether a heavier bike will travel downhill faster than a lighter bike. In this article we break down each of the forces that affect how quickly a bike can travel downhill and answer the question: are heavier bikes faster downhill? Are Heavier Bikes Faster Downhill? A heavier bike will travel downhill …
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Downhill bikes are specialist machines made for a single purpose – to travel downhill as fast as possible. But are they a good choice of bike for jumping? There are different kinds of jumps in mountain biking, with very different requirements in terms of bike setup. Here we’ll look at when a downhill bike could …
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Downhill bikes are the heaviest mountain bikes on the market. They typically weigh 35 – 40 pounds (15.9 – 18.1kg), with some bikes even pushing 45lbs+. That’s extremely heavy when considering a typical trail bike weighs in at around the 30lbs mark (13.6kg). But what’s the reason for all this extra weight? Keep reading to …
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Enduro bikes are versatile full suspension mountain bikes that are capable of tackling a range of features, but are they any good for jumping? Not every jump is built the same. Here we’ll look at scenarios where an enduro bike is the ideal jumping machine, as well as those jumps you’d be best steering clear …
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There are more options than ever when it comes to selecting a mountain bike, with each type of bike being better suited to certain applications. In this article we’ll evaluate how effective enduro bikes are at climbing, and how they stack up against the other MTB types. Are Enduro Bikes Good for Climbing? Enduro bikes …
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Mountain biking is great fun but without the right kit, you can get injured. Fortunately, with decent eye protection, you can avoid injuries and enjoy the ride! Keep reading for answers to the most commonly asked questions about MTB goggles. What are MTB Goggles? MTB goggles are a form of eye protection used by mountain …
In this article we answer 13 common questions about mountain bike gloves, from how long they last to the best MTB glove alternatives! Do You Need Mountain Bike Gloves? Mountain bike gloves are not essential, however, many riders opt to wear them for the added comfort, grip, and warmth they provide. Gloves serve a number …
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If you’ve recently got into mountain biking, you may be wondering how many flat tires you’re likely to get so you can turn up to the trails well prepared. Whilst it’s virtually impossible to say when you’ll get a flat without a crystal ball, in this article we’ll look at the variables that will help …
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How much effort does it take to pedal a mountain bike compared to a road bike? In this article, we’ll look at how much effort it takes to pedal a mountain bike on the road and compare it with road bikes. Here’s Why Mountain Bikes Are Harder to Pedal Than Road Bikes: Mountain bikes are …
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