With enormous jumps, steep drops, and head-to-toe body armor, downhill mountain biking is one of the most exciting and dangerous disciplines in the sport of cycling.
Expect to witness high speeds and narrow passages, with riders carving down mountains or through tightly packed urban cities.
Shimano’s MTB groupset hierarchy (top to bottom): XTR (top, 12-speed wireless or wired electronic, $1,800+), XT (premium, 12-speed mechanical and Di2, $700–1,000), SLX (mid, 12-speed mechanical, $400), Deore (entry-performance, 11/12-speed mechanical, $250), Cues (new entry, $150), and Tourney (budget, 7/8-speed, $80). XT and SLX are the sweet spot for most trail riders — 95% of … Read more
Prior to the 1970s, mountain bikes as a concept didn’t really exist at all. However, nowadays, a whole plethora of different types of mountain bikes exist, with different types tailed to specific riding styles, terrain, and categories of race. The key differences between types of mountain bikes can include the type of suspension they have, … Read more