Mountain Biking can be an exciting and fun way to spend time outside and get healthy at the same time.
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Mountain Biking – Fun For Beginners
Sunday, November 20th, 2011
Mountain Biking can be an exciting and fun way to spend time outside and get healthy at the same time.
Mountain Biking can be an exciting and fun way to spend time outside and get healthy at the same time.
Riding Moose Mountain Bike trails
Sunday, November 13th, 2011
dinlaroche007 asked:
Mountain biking on Moose mountain near Bragg creek Alberta
The History of Mountain Bikes
Tuesday, October 25th, 2011
If you are interested in mountain biking then you may be wondering exactly how the sport has been developed. What is the history of mountain biking and how did it become so popular?
There are three main things to look at when you look into the history of mountain biking. The first is the people who invented it, the second is where the sport was developed and the third is the equipment and how the bikes were put together.
Why Mountain Biking has Evolved
Mountain bikes were developed in the 1960′s when the people of San Francisco became tired of the hectic lifestyles they were living. So a few people travelled to Marin County in order to escape the hectic life and that is when they really started to take notice of mountain biking. With the different mountain terrain, they soon spotted the potential for mountain bike racing.
Bike races of 3 miles long were held in Fairfax and word soon got around to other bikers. Everyone was looking to break new records and the track was one of the best as it had a 1600 foot downhill slope. As more and more people entered the competition, word spread around and soon it became extremely popular. However, the race ended up being cancelled because of the dangers which it presented.
Despite the race being cancelled, the popularity of mountain biking did not go away. New races were set up and it was in Mount Tamalpais, California where it really picked up again. The bikes were taken to the top of the mountain and then the bikers would race down it. However, as time went on they started riding the bike up the mountain as well as down it. This is when people started to become interested in other areas of mountain biking, not just downhill racing.
Of course mountain bikes did not always look how they do now. It was in California where they started to look like they do today. Changes were made to the bikes in order to make them safer and more comfortable to ride. The brakes in particular had to be updated. Cantilever brakes were used because they were lighter and stronger than the original brakes. The added strength helped to stop the bikes when they were going at fast speeds and also when they were going over difficult terrain.
Another change made to the bikes included extra gears. These helped riders to control the bike better and to help them when they were going over higher areas. Overall mountain bikes have evolved quite a lot since they were first designed. The popularity of mountain biking has increased over the years and it really isn’t difficult to see why.
By: Alison Addy
About the Author:
If you are interested in mountain biking then you may be wondering exactly how the sport has been developed. What is the history of mountain biking and how did it become so popular?
There are three main things to look at when you look into the history of mountain biking. The first is the people who invented it, the second is where the sport was developed and the third is the equipment and how the bikes were put together.
Why Mountain Biking has Evolved
Mountain bikes were developed in the 1960′s when the people of San Francisco became tired of the hectic lifestyles they were living. So a few people travelled to Marin County in order to escape the hectic life and that is when they really started to take notice of mountain biking. With the different mountain terrain, they soon spotted the potential for mountain bike racing.
Bike races of 3 miles long were held in Fairfax and word soon got around to other bikers. Everyone was looking to break new records and the track was one of the best as it had a 1600 foot downhill slope. As more and more people entered the competition, word spread around and soon it became extremely popular. However, the race ended up being cancelled because of the dangers which it presented.
Despite the race being cancelled, the popularity of mountain biking did not go away. New races were set up and it was in Mount Tamalpais, California where it really picked up again. The bikes were taken to the top of the mountain and then the bikers would race down it. However, as time went on they started riding the bike up the mountain as well as down it. This is when people started to become interested in other areas of mountain biking, not just downhill racing.
Of course mountain bikes did not always look how they do now. It was in California where they started to look like they do today. Changes were made to the bikes in order to make them safer and more comfortable to ride. The brakes in particular had to be updated. Cantilever brakes were used because they were lighter and stronger than the original brakes. The added strength helped to stop the bikes when they were going at fast speeds and also when they were going over difficult terrain.
Another change made to the bikes included extra gears. These helped riders to control the bike better and to help them when they were going over higher areas. Overall mountain bikes have evolved quite a lot since they were first designed. The popularity of mountain biking has increased over the years and it really isn’t difficult to see why.
By: Alison Addy
About the Author:
Alison Addy is a syndicated writer of http://www.bikecyclingreviews.com – A focused website that offers the best articles on mountain bike review and mountain bike reviews.
What are your views about Suntour M2000N as a mountain bike for girls?
Friday, August 19th, 2011
Texto asked:
I am 4′ 11 and trying to start mountain biking. and looking for a good mountain bike. Can you suggest any and give your reviews about this one. http://www.spartacus.nu/?page=listbike_type=1lang=1.
I am 4′ 11 and trying to start mountain biking. and looking for a good mountain bike. Can you suggest any and give your reviews about this one. http://www.spartacus.nu/?page=listbike_type=1lang=1.
On this link you have M2000N; 30mm Travel and M2000N; 50mm Travel and some more
What is 30 and 50 in these specifications and how it matters?
About my riding habits: I am a casual rider for recreation..But now I want to try mountain biking over some trails,,which do not fall in the category of well groomed. All the trails near me are rugged and less maintained. I mean they fall in the category of off trail paths.
So I am looking for a good bike..within $500.
Bike198 | Mountain Bike Reviews and Mountain Biking for Beginners
Thursday, July 21st, 2011
Bike198 asked:
Mountain bike reviews, mountain biking for beginners, riding tips, component reviews, extreme downhill mountain biking. Images by RegularJoe, RSutton198 and keithpyt on Flickr.com.
Where are some good mountain bike trails?
Wednesday, July 20th, 2011
Colbyy Miller asked:
I am just getting into mountain biking. Where are some awesome Mountain bike trails around LOWER alabama and florida?
I am just getting into mountain biking. Where are some awesome Mountain bike trails around LOWER alabama and florida?
Bike198 | Mountain Bike Reviews and Mountain Biking for Beginners
Saturday, July 9th, 2011
Bike198 asked:
Mountain bike reviews, mountain biking for beginners, riding tips, component reviews, extreme downhill mountain biking. Images by RegularJoe, RSutton198 and keithpyt on Flickr.com.
What can I expect from a Mountain Bike Trail?
Tuesday, July 5th, 2011
Arman2Dito asked:
I’m planning to go biking in a Mountain Bike Trail but I’ve never been or seen a mountain bike trail, so I was wondering what will I see once I get there, I mean, are the paths always made of concrete (like a sidewalk) or is it a natural path?
Also I need to buy a bike to go there, what would you recomend me and in what price range are the Mountain Bike Trail bikes?
Thanks in advance.
I’m planning to go biking in a Mountain Bike Trail but I’ve never been or seen a mountain bike trail, so I was wondering what will I see once I get there, I mean, are the paths always made of concrete (like a sidewalk) or is it a natural path?
Also I need to buy a bike to go there, what would you recomend me and in what price range are the Mountain Bike Trail bikes?
Thanks in advance.
Where are some good mountain bike trails?
Tuesday, June 21st, 2011
I am just getting into mountain biking. Where are some awesome Mountain bike trails around LOWER alabama and florida?
By: Colbyy Miller
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By: Colbyy Miller
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Bike198 | Mountain Bike Reviews and Mountain Biking for Beginners
Friday, June 3rd, 2011
Bike198 asked:
Mountain bike reviews, mountain biking for beginners, riding tips, component reviews, extreme downhill mountain biking. Images by RegularJoe, RSutton198 and keithpyt on Flickr.com.