Posts Tagged ‘Mountain’

Question by Hunter of Peace: If my bike has no shocks on the front tires should I not go Mountain Biking with it?
My bike has no front shocks, it is a road bike. Should I not go off road biking on trails and stuff with it even if I put offroad tires on it?

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Answer by Ryan T

it depends on the terrain that you are biking on and if you are actually biking on a mountain and it is very bumpy i wouldnt

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Question by E16H7817: Where can I go mountain biking with decent trails within 4 to 5 hours of central NY?
Me and a friend are looking for any place really with beginner to moderate mountain biking trails, lift serviced or not it doesn’t matter. Getting bored with the same old stuff. Any where within 4 to 5 hours of central NY would be ideal…not like Utah or anything. Any help would be appreciated, Thanks!
…Of which people have been to and are still valid trails. A lot of the places i’ve contacted no longer support biking.

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Answer by Jib Jab
Google “mountain bike trails” for your area. Gee…that was hard.

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Question by downhill pilot: What do you think of extreme mountain biking?
Many of my friends who know me say that I am a bicycle freak. It’s true though. I like to ride my bike down the hill a lot with my riding buddies. However, people keep asking me isn’t dangerous or scary to do that kind of sport? I replied, I think riding downhill on your bicycle is just as dangerous as playing soccer or hockey or rugby as you could get hurt as well or even break your body parts from doing those sports. So, what do you guys think about extreme mountain biking, if you ever seen or tried it before?

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Answer by Alex
For insurance purposes, the most dangerouse sport is cave diving. This is closely followed by horse riding (You know, that respectable sport that most people will pay extortianate amounts of money for their little princesses to learn.). Downhill does give spectacular injuries, but your safety gear tends to be more advanced and of better quality than is used by equestrians.

Anyway, if you want real extreme sport, I was thinking of starting a horse back cave diving club.

Luck

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Question by Yair S: What bike stem degree should I use for mountain biking?
I have a Giant mountain bike that has a stem that is low. I feel like a stem that is higher would be better when riding downhill. My question is, what is the usual stem degree for mountain biking? I live by the desert and some trails are very steep.

Thanks in advance.

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Answer by MadMonkey
That’s an impossible question to answer in a web forum. You need to have someone look at your position on the bike and then recommend what stem reach and angle are best for your riding style, physiology, and application. Go to a good shop and tell them what you’re looking for. If you buy the stem there they might even put it on for free.

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Question by Bari: I would like to get some mountain biking tips?
I am new to mountain biking. I would like to know more about this sport, and to get mountain biking tips from people who are into mountain biking.

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Answer by David Lidor
Hi Bari

The sport of mountain biking in itself offers a multitude of possibilities, from cross-country exploration on bikes with or without suspension, to more hair-raising descents down mountain single track on freeride biking or down hill biking with full suspension downhill mountain bikes.
At its most basic level, mountain biking can be defined as riding that takes place off the paved road. This includes dirt or gravel single track trails, logging roads, forest paths, deserts dried-up or muddy creek beds, and so on. This sort of riding, called cross-country mountain biking, by people of any skill level.

Many different mountain bikes can be used for cross-country riding. Because cross-country terrain often demands that the rider climb steep embankments or trails, lighter bikes are preferred for ease of ascent. Similarly, the rider will also benefit from front, if not rear suspension on the mountain bike. This not only makes the ride more comfortable, but also helps to keep your wheels in contact with the ground.

I am currently riding a Santa Cruz Superlight, and compared to a hard tail mountain bike, I must say that dual suspension makes for a very plush ride!
There are many mountain biking tips: tips about biking equipment, mountain bicycle safety tips and about bicycling nutrition & hydration.

You are invited to visit my page – http://www.bike-riding-guide.com/mountain-biking-tips.html, and get many mountain biking tips.

David

http://www.bike-riding-guide.com

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Mountain Bike Vacation in the Cairngorms, Scotland: 10% Discount on May Trip

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Question by devo: What do I need to know to get into mountain biking?
I am trying to get a mountain bike for this summers use. I am looking to ride on somewhat rough trails, and I am new to buying step of getting into mountain biking. I am told that buying is something you have to take some time with and look carefully. I am not trying to find a bike for $ 1000 plus, I would rather have someone let me in on some mountain bike secrets and help me find a decently priced bike. Any bike warehouses with cheap deals? Anything would help.

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Answer by Tuff
There are no secrets. As far as getting a deal, you just need to shop around. Try rental shops that are selling off their bikes. Try the classifieds; spring is a good time for selling/buying used bikes. Drop by several local shops to see what they have in stock. You may want to consider renting this summer to see how you like mtn biking. And you get to try out different bikes. Then at the end of the season you can buy a used rental bike for a decent price.

If you know nothing about bikes, here is a small break down:
You can get bikes that are very specific to one riding style (trials, downhill, ramps/parks, XC racing) or bikes that are more general purpose.

29ers – bikes with wheels that are 29 inches instead of 26 inches. They tend to climb a little better and roll over obstacle a little better. I don’t know a lot about them so I don’t know the drawbacks. My buddy likes his 29er.

stiffy – no suspension – these bikes will climb like a mountain goat but can be uncomfortable to ride on bumpy trails

hard tail – front suspension – these still climb well and you have the added cushioning of the front forks. Front suspension will help you maintain control on bumpier down hill sections. These are great for XC biking. I rode one of these for 7-8 years. I caught up with and passed some noobs on full suspension bikes while riding my hard tail on Porcupine Rim (moab,UT). The bike doesn’t make the biker. It’s mostly about technique, skill and experience.

soft tail – full suspension – the travel on the suspension starts small (for XC) and goes bigger from there (downhill biking, large drops/jumping).

Don’t buy anything too expensive up front unless you know mountain biking is for you. Or if you have cash to blow.

Other items that make biking a better experience:
Helmet – cheap insurance to prevent/minimize head injuries – the faster you ride the more coverage you should have (i.e. full face helmet)
biking shorts with butt pad
biking gloves – better grip and a little more padding.
backpack with water bladder
spare parts and tools – who knows what will happen miles from your car.

Once you get into biking more consider buying body armor – crashing hurts less and there are fewer injuries to heal. We all know that the faster one rides the harder one crashes.

I like using bike shoes that clip into pedals. I have more pedaling power (one leg pushes down while the other pulls up). Just remember, it takes a few rides to get used to clipping in and popping out.

I hope you end up liking it. It is my favorite activity. Nothing beats the feeling of 35 miles an hour wizzing through the trees, or the rush of riding through a technical section without crashing down the hill, or feeling your legs and lungs on fire as you race up the hill to reach the goal. Sharing the good times with buddies and a cold beer at the end of the trail. Seeing the vistas and places I have been to are hard to beat. Reaching your car/destination with the feeling of accomplishment under your own power and will.

One More Thing: Go at least once a week to see improvement from ride to ride; more often is even better.

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Question by W C: What brand of tires would be best for Mountain biking?
Looking to get into downhill mountain biking again and was wondering what brand of tires would be good for some rough downhill mountain biking. Also where and how much should it cost? Thank you.

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Answer by brianjames92
kenda or schwalbe shouldn’t cos more than 70 bucks

both make great stuff

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Question by Caleb: What are the hardest mountain biking trails in Utah?
Im moving to salt lake city and I have done a lot of trails in colorado and I love mountain biking. I was just wondering what the best and hardest singletrack trails in Utah are?

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Answer by B S
Moab

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Question by Dylan: What will my body gain from mountain biking?
Im heavy into lifting and taking protein, would you suggest i do mountain biking as well? I know of a few trails around here but not sure if i want to spend 50 on a generic mountain bike.. Sounds like fun but not sure what the benifits are? Thanks for your time!

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Answer by Bob A
Cycling is a great cardiovascular exercise will will help burn fat.

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