Buying A Mountain Bike

It can be a bit frustrating as well as time consuming when you buy a mountain bike. Below, you'll find some tips and things to be aware of before you lay down the cash and buy a mountain bike.

Determining your price
There is really no limit as to how much money you can spend on a new mountain bike. To help you keep your spending under control, you should figure out what your price range is and how much your willing to pay for a new bike. When you buy, you houldn't buy from mass merchant stores such as Wal-Mart. You should instead support your local bike shop and get a much better bike and much better service.

Finding your style
All mountain bikes are designed with several different riding styles and terrain types in mind. You'll need to figure out what type of riding you will be doing
the most. Smooth riding, cross country racing, mountain cruising, or lift accessed downhill is something you need to figure out. Make sure that the bike you select fits your personal style and not that of the sale's staff.

Full suspension or hard tail
If you can afford it, a full suspension mountain bike is always worth the purchase. A hard tail, without rear suspension, is much lighter weight and pedal more efficiently, although full suspensions offer more comfort and overall better control. You'll want to make that decision based on your price range,
riding style, and the type of terrain you'll be riding on the most.

Finding your favorites
Comparing mountain bikes component to component is nearly impossible, as there are far too many combinations available. The best way to go about doing this is finding a few components that are the most important to you and making sure the rest or the minimums fall within your price range. You can start with the fork then look at the wheels and rear derailleur.

Sales and seasons
During the year, the prices of mountain bikes can fluctuate quite a bit. Spring through summer is the main buying season. If you can wait until the right price pops up, normally in the fall and winter, you can save a couple hundred dollars. Many bike shops will also offer discounts or other accessories if you buy from them.

Finding a good dealer
Finding a good bike dealer is more important than finding the best price. You should always find a dealer that cares more about selling you a great bike than selling you
a high priced one. A great dealer will have a clean repair shop and give you the impression that you can really trust them.

Test ride
You should test ride as many bikes as you can within your price range and riding style. You'll find that some bikes will feel right, while others won't. The more
bikes you can test drive, you better you'll understand what works and what doesn't.

Doing the research
Product reviews and bike reviews are some of the best ways to find out about a mountain bikes reliability and overall performance. You should always look at what
other owners and reviews think about a bike before you make that final purchase.

Beginner Mountain Bike Skills

Mountain biking is an exciting sport that can be enjoyed by anyone who knows how to ride a bike. Compared to the average bike ride, it does present some danger. Therefore, you should master these basic skills before you hit the trails or the dirt.

You can practice these beginning skills at a local park, school, bike path, or simply around your house. If you can, try to find a location with a steep hill.

Get a feel for your pedals
Practice moving your foot away from the pedal, first while sitting on your bike with one foot on the ground. Next, move on to releasing and replacing your foot while pedaling around for a bit. Those with toe clip and clipless type foot pedals will want to spend a bit more time practicing.

Sit and spin for position
Simply sit on your bike and pedal around. You should keep your arms slightly bent. You should also adjust your seat height so your leg is 70 to 90 percent extended at the bottom of every stroke on the pedal. Keep your body relaxed, as there will never be a position where you should have either your knees or your elbows locked.

Shifting gears
Get a feel for shifting gears with your bike. The higher gears are harder to pedal and will go faster while the lower gears are easier to pedal and will help you ascend hills. As you get to steeper hills, its best to shift before you get to the hill rather than while your on it.

Coasting
You should spend a bit of time coasting while standing on your pedals, without actually sitting on the seat. Keep your arms bent but don't lock your knees. Now, try experimenting with shifting your body towards the rear end of the bike.

Pedal while standing
You should get as comfortable as you can with pedaling while standing on your bike. Try lifting yourself off the seat while standing on the pedals, then crank them around. You should try this in higher gears on flat ground then again in lower gears while on a hill.

Dropping down a curb
Try finding a curb where you can easily get to the upper portion of it. Practice at a moderate speed, standing and coasting right off the curb from the upper level to the lower level. Try this at different speeds until it becomes second nature.

Once you practice these techniques and get the hang of them, you'll be able to hit the trails feeling comfortable on your mountain bike. Even though it may take some getting used to, it'll become second nature before you know it.

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The 2008 Specialized Stumpjumper

Specialized has started from scratch with the 2008 Stumpjumper. It bears no resemblance to its predecessors, though looks a little like a much slimmed down 2007 Enduro. It's a 120mm trail machine that'll do all-round trail use, the occasional race, the odd rocky foray, but overall to just be 'a bike' - which all the Stumpjumpers have done well over the years.

Starting with the sculpty frame, this shows how much things have moved on in Specialized's carbon dept, with slim, curved tubes that appear to owe more to their carbon road bikes than any mountain bike heritage. The result is a pleasing (and doubtless 'love it or hate it') organic shape. Oh, and the bike here should weigh 23.2lbs out of the box.


The carbon crown and steerer helps to keep the weight of the Futureshock 120 light - down to 3.1lbs claimed weight. And all the gubbins - damper and air spring are contained in one leg.

The front and rear of the bike are designed to compliment each other. To this end, both feature 'Flow Control' Brains. This is the newer, trail-tuned Brain that first appeared on the Epic. A small brass weight keeps the suspension under control (though still moving) until the bike hits a bump. After that, the weight is moved away from the oil circuit and the fork or shock is free to be active and react to the bumps. Having ridden the previous carbon Stumpy with this system on, we can confirm it works very well.

Specialized rear shock is linked by a hose to the Brain at the dropouts so that it's activate the moment the rear wheel hits something. 120mm rear travel, room for a bottle cage and a cool red rocker to match the Magura Marta brakes on the S-Works model.

There's even a carbon fibre drive-side dropout to save weight. The non-drive side one, with aluminium disc mount is equally svelte

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MODELS 2008: Spectral AX 9.0 SL; Spectral AX 9.0; Spectral AX 8.0; Spectral AX 7.0

The Spectral AX is the exclusive super tourer that impresses with lively riding characteristics for daily rides, marathon racing or an alpine cross. The extremely stiff and light Spectral frame provides excellent power transmission. 120 mm suspension travel offers enough reserves for the roughest alpine trails. Special tour capability was also given to the component selection. In 2008 all AX models will be lighter and more agile.

















MODELS 2008: Nerve ES 9.0; Nerve ES 8.0; Nerve ES 7.0
Nerve AM 9.0; Nerve AM 8.0; Nerve AM 7.0; Nerve AM 6.0; Nerve AM 5.0

The Nerve ES/AM series. Balanced multi-talented bikes that defy categorization yet are at home on any terrain. The perfectly adjusted geometry offers the combination of great downhill characteristics, complete all-mountain capability and enormous climbing ability. Result: An all-mountain specialist. "Top geometry, first-class chassis, thoughtful details... great." (BIKE 07/2007 on the Nerve ES 7)

MODELS 2008: Lux MR 9.0 FBI; Lux MR 9.0 LTD; Lux MR 9.0 SL; Lux MR 9.0; Lux MR 8.0; Lux MR 7.0

The complete new Lux MR marathon fully series is another example of the independent thinking and product development at Canyon. Super light and extremely stable, the Lux MR is a real rocket for marathon races or the technically rough XC race course. Aerospace-certified carbon fiber, double-walled HollowTech bottom bracket shells and frame size specific tube diameters are only a few of the features that make this bike so special.

MODELS 2008: Nerve XC 9.0; Nerve XC 8.0; Nerve XC 7.0; Nerve XC 6.0; Nerve XC 5.0; Nerve XC 4.0; Nerve XC 3.0

The best seller among the Canyon lines is the sporty Nerve XC series. Offered in seven different model variations this series is fast, light and quick to climb while also reliable, firm and safe on descents. The light, Formula disc brakes impress with outstanding braking performance. Now in 2008 the series is equipped with wheels by brands like Mavic and DT Swiss. The Nerve XC series is a multiple award test winner.

Fuji Special Police Mountain Bike 27 Speed - New 2008 Model

The new Fuji Special takes police bikes to a whole new level - and at an incredible price. The original Fuji Special was and still is a great bike that was a leader in the police bike market. The evolution of this bike has gone a step further after listening to the input of riders all over the country. Fuji has taken what was all ready a fantastic bike and added the following new features.

* Front and Rear Disc Brakes
* A Rock Shox Recon Air Suspension Fork with a Remote Lockout
* New Frame - Lighter and Stronger
* Higher End Shimano Deore LX Derailleur

A The Fuji Police Bikes are made to take punishment all day long, and are ready to do it again the next day. Fuji bikes are designed from the ground up to serve as constant duty police bikes. This is not a bike just branded as a Police Bike. This bike is Designed to be a police bike and every single part of the bike has been taken into account for Police bike riding styles, needs and demands.

The value to dollar ratio on the Fuji Special Police bike is unbeatable. The Special Police Bike features a new Fuji Altair 2 custom butted aluminum frame, followed by quality components always associated with Fuji bikes.

Shifting is a breeze through all 27 speeds thanks to the Shimano Deore LX 27 speed drivetrain. Bumps are no-problem with the Rock Shox Recon Air Suspension Fork with a lockout. The lockout means you can turn the suspension on and off. With suspension, some of your pedal efficiency can be lost due to the bike bouncing somewhat when you are really pedaling hard. If you are on flat ground and in a big hurry, simply turn the suspension off and increase your efficiency. When needed, turn it back on again with the flip of a switch.

The brakes are powerful Tektro Disc Brakes in both the front and rear, providing quick stopping power. The adjustable angle stem and suspension seatpost will add extra comfort while riding and allow the bike to better fit the rider. The bike is rounded out with Alex Double wall and bullet proof (just kidding) rims and a SRAM 7.0 rear cassette. This is the perfect mount for all forces.

Decals are available for Police Force, Sheriff, Security, Park Rangers, DNR, EMS, Fire Departments and for Security Companies.

Full Specs:

* Sizes: 15", 17", 19", 20.5", 22"
* Color: Midnight Black
* Main Frame: Fuji Altair 2 Butted Aluminum, Integrated Head Tube
* Rear Triangle: Fuji Altair 2
* Fork: Rock Shox Recon Air 351 - 80MM Travel with Remote Lock-Out
* Crankset: New Truvativ Blaze 3.1 22/32/44T Chainrings
* Bottom Bracket: FSA Sealed Cartridge Bearing 113mm
* Pedals: Wellgo ATB - Steel Cage, Toe Clips & Straps
* Front Derailleur: Shimano Deore 31.8mm Top Pull
* Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore LX
* Shifters: Shimano Deore Rapid Fire Shifter 27 Speed
* Cassette: SRAM 7.0, 11-32 9 Speed
* Chain: Shimano HG-73
* Front Hub: Formula Disc DC 20 - 36 Hole
* Rear Hub: Formula Disc DC 20 - 36 Hole
* Spokes: Stainless Steel
* Rim: Alex DM-18 Double Wall Aluminum 36 Hole
* Tires: Kenda, K-841 Police Knite Glo Reflective 26"x1.95"
* Tubes: Kenda HD Schrader
* Brakeset: Tektro Aquila Mechanical Disc Brakes with 160mm Rotor
* Brake Levers: Tektro 2 Finger
* Headset: Ritchey Logic Zero 1 1/8" Integrated
* Stem: Fuji Cold Forged Aluminum Adjustable
* Grips: Dual Density Kraton Rubber
* Saddle: Fuji MTB Cro-Moly Rails With Cut Out
* Seat Post: Fuji Suspension with Adjustable Spring
* Included Featured Accessories: (2)Water Bottle Cages, Rear Carrier, Bar Ends, Kickstand
* Weight: 28 LBS.

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Mountain Bicycle

A mountain bike or mountain bicycle (abbreviated MTB or ATB (All Terrain Bicycle)) is a bicycle designed for mountain biking, either on dirt trails or other unpaved environments. In contrast, road bicycles are not rugged enough for such terrain.

Mountain bikes have wide, knobby tires for extra traction and shock absorption. In recent years, front wheel suspension has become the norm and full front and rear suspension is becoming increasingly common. Some mountain bikes are also fitted with bar ends on the handlebars, but with the increase in popularity of riser handlebars (as opposed to a flat straight handlebar) fewer riders use bar end extensions. The bikes normally have 26 in (559 mm) wheels, but since 2002 some models have been available with 29 in (622 mm) wheels, which is the same diameter most commonly used for road bikes. (The name given to a rim diameter in inches is different from the rim’s actual size.)