Great bikes to get you out and about round the countryside and off the main roads. We are lucky to have a maze of local cycling paths and off-road routes that can be explored.
Mountain bikes can be split into two classes of riding: 27.5″ for your more focused off road machine with tighter handling and sharper steering for more aggressive trail riding. 29″ Larger wheel diameter for covering off road miles faster and easier. Less focused than a 27.5″ but a more versatile bike capable of covering road miles with more ease for a good mix of riding. Hard tails or full suspension are available in both wheel sizes depending on the terrain or comfort you desire.
Before you buy: Mountain bikes are great, versatile bikes. You are never going to win a road race on one but they will go ANYWHERE. With 29” wheels available on most models they aren’t as slow on the tarmac as the 26” wheels of old used to be, making then a great bike for getting round town on as well as tearing up the countryside or local trail centre.
As you go up in spec you get stronger, lighter components. Look out for nice simple 1X gear systems and air sprung forks on higher end bikes for good quality shifts and adjustable pressure for rider weight to get a better, tuned ride.