Mountain Bike Fun!

Bike Servant asked:


 

So you purchased a mountain bike and you have been riding for awhile. You are getting faster and more courageous on your mountain bike but you are getting bored riding on the same trails. You and your friends have realized that you need new trail excitement in your life.

 

So you have talked to your friends and people at the local bike shop for more information about trails in the area. Most of them pointed you back to the trails that you are familiar with but some have introduced you to a new trail or two.

 

To add to you trail information many of us in the mountain bike community suggest you try a very handy directory. This is a Google directory that lists sites which contain trail information. Once you browse the directory you will be surprised at all of the trails that riders have documented. I have found that no one site has all of the trail information so you have to browse through the directory.

 

The web address below will help you find the local mountain bike trails in your region. The link is a Google directory of mountain bike websites that list trail information. Most of the trails listed contain directions to the trail head so you know where you are going. So check it out it is pretty helpful.

 

Mountain Bike Trails

 

You can find new or near new parts on Bike Servant which lists mountain bikes for sale, bike parts and race events. See you on the trail.

Trevor Mulholland asked:


If you are in the market for a new bike – or even for your first bike, you definitely need to check out Trek Mountain Bikes. Trek Mountain Bikes have been around since the beginning of mountain bike time, and they aren’t going anywhere soon – except maybe to the next challenging trail!

First you should note that trek designs and manufactures mountain bikes, as well as street bikes, but the company does much more than that. As for bikes, they produce such high quality rides that even Lance Armstrong rides a Trek! What better endorsement could the company have than that?

Trek has a line of accessories that are highly suited to mountain bikers of all ages and skill levels. Clothing and shoes, under the Trek brand are available through the website. You can also purchase helmets and other safety equipment, lights, locks, saddles, racks, packs, trainers, bike maintenance gear, trailers, team wear, Trek souvenirs, and even computers for your bike! Trek even has their own specially designed water bottles, and they sell nutrition bars and packs as well!

Now that you know that Trek is all about bikes and mountain bikes – and fulfilling the needs and whims of bikers and mountain bikers, visit the site, and start building your Trek mountain bike. That’s right! You can build your very own virtual Trek Bike. You can start with just the frame, or select a complete bike. You can choose the color scheme, and many other features as well – when you have virtually designed the bike of your dreams, you can order it if you want to! If you can’t afford it just yet, however, you can save it, and go back and look at it over and over again.

Once you’ve purchased your Trek mountain bike, you may be interested in a Trek mountain bike tour. Trek also caters to mountain bikers with Trek Travel. Trek Travel puts together mountain biking tours. You can plan your Trek Travel vacation based on where you want to go, the type of trip you want to take, the skill level that you are at, the dates you want to travel, or by selecting a pre-planned event. These are often guided tours, and the guides are well trained not only to make sure that you have the best biking adventure possible, but also that you remain safe during your tour.

If you aren’t quite ready to buy the Trek mountain bike, you can still go on one of the many Trek mountain bike tours – and the bike will be provided for you! You get to choose between the OCLV Carbon Fiber Trek 5.2 Madone road bike and the full-suspension Trek Fuel EX9 mountain bike – and the bike is included in the price of your tour. If you’ve already purchased a Trek bike – or any other brand of bike – and you prefer to bring your own bike on your tour, bring it along! Trek simply requires that you pack it in a bike carrying case. You will, however, be expected to reimburse Trek for any spare parts you may use during the trip, and you will be responsible for the care and maintenance, as well as the assembly and disassembly, of your own bike.

If you aren’t in the best of shape, don’t let this keep you from the fun and adventure of a Trek mountain bikes tour! There are easy tours available, where you will average thirty miles per day, or less. The terrain will be flat, and you can ride at your own pace, and riding is optional each day. If you prefer something a bit more adventurous, there are moderate trips available as well.

With a moderate trip, you will ride 30 – 45 miles per day. There will be occasional challenges and climbs, and again, riding is optional. Avid tours cover 45 to 70 or more miles per day and are extremely challenging. Choose the package that is right for your abilities, as well as a tour that fits in with the other things you want to do on your Trek mountain bikes vacation!

rockymoose2000 asked:


I have an old Trek 950 mountain bike from 1989. It’s in fair condition, the frame has some rust spots, the chain and tires are newer, but still pretty old and it shows its age. This morning, the left shifter broke (Shimano Mountain LX) — the cap on the top of the shifter flew off (lost) and something broke inside. Now I have to hold it forward with quite a bit of tension to keep the derailleur in place. It’s only rideable as long as my thumb holds the shifter in place. Should I take it to a shop for repair or move on and get a new bike? I doubt those components are made any more. I don’t ride trails any more, just street cycling.

Dr. TR asked:


So winter has just passed and i haven’t really lubricated/taken care of my mongoose mountain bike. Anyway it has Shimano shifting and the right shifter, with number 1-8 work perfectly. However the left shifter, with numbers 1-3 are totally screwed. I mean, it was on 2, the same number I had left it on, but when I switched to one, it took like twenty seconds of metal grinding. I though shimano was one of the best shifting mechanisms, but then again, I didn;t lubricate. SO I did lubricate it but it didn;t help. Now the bike wont shift back to two. I’m not a bike expert but the think which moves the chain seems to only move sideways, which forces the chain into the side of the disc, on on the hinges. Should the thing which moves the chain also move up? How can I fix it? Here’s a link to a picture of my bike: http://www.liquidation.com/auction/view?id=1859473

V00D00POWER asked:

Thomas Vanderham is one of the best rider in the world, he shows his new jump thats never been written on the best bikeparks in the world…

ryanfagan4 asked:


How much will a new innertube for a mountain bike cost to be bought and fitted by halfords cost?

AvengedDude asked:

Freaking Good MTB Movie at Whistler BC Watch and enjoy ! MUSIC : 1st song is ROCK SUPER STAR BY CYPRESS HILLS The Second one is REMEMBER THE NAME BY FORT MINOR I do not own the rights for this music and video.

Bike Servant asked:


One of the most important components on your mountain bike is your tires. They grip the ground and provide the traction you need on different surfaces. Most mountain bike riders look for light weight, strength and traction in a tire and many advanced riders even have multiple sets of tires for different riding conditions.

So what tire is right for your mountain bike and riding style? With so many different manufactures and models to choose from which one is right for you? These are not easy questions to answer so hopefully we can provide some insight to get you moving in the right direction. Mountain bike parts are not cheap and you want to make the right decision.

Tire Construction:

Consider a Kevlar bead or folding tire – A Kevlar tire weighs an estimated 60-80 grams less then a conventional none folding tire. It does not sound like much of a weight savings but multiple that number by two and then consider the rotating weight. For an extra couple of dollar, in my opinion, it is worth spending the extra money.

Terrain and Tread patterns:

Determine where you are going to ride and how you are going to use the bike. As an example will you be riding on the local trails that are hard packed dirt or on slick rock?





For hard packed terrain consider a narrower and smooth tire. As an example a tire that is 1.8 to 2.0 wide.





For hard packed terrain with a good mix of rocks you might want to consider a wider and smooth tire. As an example a tire that is wider then 2.0.





For loosely packed terrain consider a knobby tire. Choose a tire with a really aggressive pattern as this will help you gain maximum traction in the dirt. You might also want to consider tires that are designed for the front and rear of the bike.





For muddy terrain consider a narrow tire. Narrow tires will reach the bottom of the mud and create less resistance when turning making it easier for you to move forward.





For all terrain tires there are so many choices to consider. Many of the major tire manufacturers make very good tires that are great for all conditions.





Riders Body Size:

Consider your body size. If you are heavier you might want to consider a wider tire.

Where to buy:

You can buy your tires at a bike store, order them from an online website or from an individual sell tires posted on a mountain bike classifieds website.

The information above is a rough guide on what to consider when buying new mountain bike tires. Many bikes stores that have bikes for sale and bike parts can also give you their opinion. Talk to your friends and read online forums to see what other riders like and don’t like. The more information you have the better.

See you on the trail.

Bike Servant asked:


Taking care of your full suspension or hardtail mountain bike can be very simple and it will also help increase its mechanical life. Below is a maintenance guide that should be considered after every ride in order to help you keep your mountain bike mechanically sound. Once you perform this maintenance plan and become familiar with the process it should take you no more then 20 minutes to complete. Let’s get started:

Steps:





Remove all of the accessories (lights, bells, etc) on the top of the handlebars.





Turn the bike upside down so you can remove the wheels and inspect the drive train.





Carefully remove the front and rear wheels to give you more room to work on the bike.





Clean the drive train (derailleurs, chain, and crank) with a brush and soapy water. Also use a wet soapy rag on the chain and rear derailleur. Try to do your best to clean all moving parts.





After you clean your bike parts make sure you dry them thoroughly with a towel so they do not rust.





Wash the underside, frame and front fork, of the bike and make sure all moving parts are free of debris.





Wash your front and rear wheels by cleaning the rim, spokes and cassette. Then put the wheels back on the bike.





After you put each wheel back on the bike spin them to make sure the wheels are true and also that they do not rub on the brake components. If the wheels are not true and or rubbing on the brake components make the necessary adjustments.





After your chain is back in place turn the pedals to check the drive train. Make sure the bike pedals smooth. If you hear any strange noises coming from your wheel bearings investigate further.





Turn your bike over so it is right side up and wash the top. Do not forget to dry the bike thoroughly.





Test your front and rear brakes and make any necessary adjustments.





If applicable inspect your front and rear shocks. Make sure they are in good working order.





Thoroughly lubricate you drive train (chain, cassettes, crank and derailleur) with the recommended oil. Apply oil while moving the pedals in both directions to make sure the components are appropriately lubed.





Finally reattach any of the accessories that you removed in step one.





The steps listed above will help you keep your bike in good working order and also help you prepare for your next ride. If any mechanical malfunction is noticed during the process make sure it is addressed. Your local bike shop, which sells mountain bikes for sale and bike parts, will be able to help replace a component if additional help is needed.

See you on the trail

randomguy46 asked:

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