Mountain Bike Buying Guide

Buying a mountain bike can be very hard job and can take some time. I hope this guide will help you to choose the right mountain bike for you, because this is the only way you can enjoy biking.

The trick is to sit down, relax and figure out what kind of equipment you need and of course read slowly this guide.

There is no limit how much can a mountain bike cost. So the first step is to figure out, how much money are we prepared to spend on a new mountain bike.

I don't recommend buying a bike from a non specialized shops for bikes or second hand. Go to your local bike shop and you will be able to choose between bikes which are better quality and you will have professional service when needed.

When you choose the right type of mountain bike, it comes with the suitable type of seat. So you must just try several seats of that type on the bike to find the right fit.

Tires are very important component, because they are in contact with the ground and they should be reliable.
When you are choosing tires, you must know in which conditions you will be riding your bike. Tires are manufactured with aggressive tread for muddy trails or less tread and harder sidewalls for firmer trails.
If you are a beginner, than I recommend you to try the tires that come with your mountain bike first and replace it when you become more proficient if needed.

Beginners use mostly flat pedals, those are normal, classic pedals as we know from the childhood. If you want pedals with better effect while cycling, then I recommend pedals with clip, which require special shoes that attach to the pedals. My experience with this type of pedals is good, because you can feel more connected with your bike and this is giving you better control.

If you want better and more precise shifting system you most pay more. Better shifting system is lighter then cheaper shifting systems. But for all shifting is one rule, the rear part of shifter needs more precise shifting than the front.

And in the end of this mountain bike buyer's guide I have one more advice. Visit as many different bike stores as you can and make a test ride on as many bikes as you can. That way you will get some experience and you will be able to choose the right one for you.