New to MTB Buyer’s Guide – Wheel Size, Travel & Suspension

Wheel Size

Modern bikes feature 27.5″ or 29″ wheels. It used to be a world of “taller than X’ Y” you’re on this wheel…” Not anymore. Updates in bike geometry and design have produced bikes which cross over height, within reason.

New to MTB – A Buyer’s Guide

So you’re getting into, or getting deeper into, the sport of mountain bike riding. Good work. MTB is a great balance of exercise, adrenaline, as well as the peace and adventure of being outdoors. Frankly a place that a good percentage of your neighbors and co-workers miss out on… But it can be somewhat intimidating buying your first real mountain bike. This series will inform you on important aspects to consider. We’ve been penciling this project out for a while and have some cool content coming your way. In this series we will have some basic concepts or points as well as links to deeper “rabbit holes” of information for those who want to know more. Enjoy New to MTB – A Buyer’s Guide.

New to MTB – A Buyer’s Guide

Our first set of notes on this series is a mish-mash of critical components as well as concepts of the purchase. This first post will reflect that.

Your new bike should be fun to ride. It should inspire you to get outside and pedal. You should have room to “grow” into your new purchase as your skills improve. It should be confident and competent on trail. You shouldn’t have buyer’s remorse. It can all be done! Continue reading New to MTB – A Buyer’s Guide