| With mountain biking being a very popular | | | | Similiar to downhill bikes, trial riderswill often build |
| sport,there are many bikes to choose from. | | | | their own bikes rather than purchaseone off a |
| Dependingon what type of riding you like, the | | | | shelf. Generally very light and verystrong, these |
| style ofbikes you can choose from will vary. | | | | bikes require a lot of discipline. |
| Below, you'llfind tips on the different types of | | | | 4. Jump and slalom |
| bikes available. | | | | Slalom and jump bikes are very strong and |
| 1. Cross country | | | | designedfor jumping, street racing, and slalom. |
| Almost all mountain bikes will fit into this category. | | | | They offera front suspension and use very |
| Cross country mountain bikes are light weight, | | | | strong componentsdedicated to what they do. |
| makingthem easy to ride over most terrains, | | | | These bikes are verypopular with the sport of |
| even up anddown hills. This is the most common | | | | mountain biking. |
| mountain bikeand it can be used with ease for | | | | Even if you are new to mountain biking, the sport |
| riding on the pathor even commuting. | | | | canbe a lot of fun. There are several bikes to |
| 2. Downhill | | | | choosefrom, all of which depend on your style. If |
| These types of bikes are for serious bikers | | | | you arestill looking for the best style for you, all |
| whocrave the ultimate adventure. Downhill bikes | | | | youhave to do is try out several bikes and see |
| havefront and rear suspension, strong parts, and | | | | which onesuites you the best. |
| discbrakes. Rarely available off the shelf, most | | | | John Ugoshowa. You are welcome to use this |
| riderslike to custom build their own. | | | | article on your website orin your ezinesas long as |
| 3. Trials | | | | you have a link back to |
| Trail mountain biking involves a great degree ofskill | | | | For more information on Mountain Bike see the |
| and is classified as the precision riding ofthe sport. | | | | Mountain Bike section of Quickregister. |