QUESTION:
Question about mountain bike handlebars: Can I change them with dropped road bike handlebars?
I'm buying a Schwinn Mesa GSD, but they come with regular mountain bike handlebars (straight).

I was wondering if I could buy a road bike handlebar frame and switch it with the old ones that are on there.

Please include details and how I could put the brakes on there and etc.

Thank you so much.
-Clyde

• ANSWER:
  You can mount them, but the trick will be to find a way or position for the brakes and shifters so they can be used with out resorting to some sort of awkward position.

QUESTION:
Who makes the best Mountain Bike handlebars?
I'm looking for a lightweight aluminum handlebar (NO Carbon pls) withing the 0 range. I heard it was Easton? Anyone have any ideas for manufacturers or models?

• ANSWER:
  Easton is one of the best for MTB or road. For MTB Monkey Lites. For road EC90 Equipe. IMOH

QUESTION:
Question about mountain bike handlebars?
I notice that most MTB racers do not use bar ends. This means their handlebars have only one hand position. Doesn't it get uncomfortable not being able to switch positions?

• ANSWER:
  Actually, many cross country MTBers do use bar ends. They facilitate climbing for many...

QUESTION:
Are mountain bike handlebars the same size as ATV bars?
I love the grips on my ATV and wanted to put the same on my mountain bike, would this work?

• ANSWER:
  depends what make/model the quad and bike are

QUESTION:
How easy is it to fit road / racer bike handlebars on a mountain bike?

• ANSWER:
  No harder than assembiling the bike when it comes new in the box. Just find the right stem that will fit the bars and the fork. Then swap out the levers just be sure your cassette on the rear wheel matches the levers (8,9, or 10 speed) as long as your not trying to use campy levers with a shimano drive train or vice versa you will be ok.

QUESTION:
Can You Use A Dirt Bike Helmet For Mountain Biking?
I Just Wanna Know If I Can Use A Dirt Bike Helmet For Mountain Biking? And What Are All The Equitment To Have For Mounttain Biking?

• ANSWER:
  It would be a lot more heavy and probably look a little foolish. But if that's all you have. All you need to mountain bike is the bike, gloves, and a helmet. It helps to have the right clothes. Also a tire pump will come in handy.

QUESTION:
Could i wear my mountain bike helmet for skiing? either my fullface or eggshell? or is that stupid?
I want to wear a helmet when i ski this weekend but i dont really want to rent one. Is there anything wrong with wearing one of my mountan biek helmets?

• ANSWER:
  You could wear a mountain bike helmet and ski. They are usually heavier than a normal ski helmet. You will either look like a gaper (ridiculous style) or a big mountain pro skier.

QUESTION:
I am looking for a cool, breathable full faced mountain bike helmet. Any suggestions?
I do a lot of aggressive trail riding and have to go full faced, but I want something that is not going to be as hot as cheaper helmets. I want something a little on the breathable side, and not so much padding to your ears.

• ANSWER:
  If you want an awesome helmet, go for a Troy Lee Designs. They come in standard and carbon and are simply excellent, however you will pay for them. If you want something cheaper, then other good options are the "THE" helmets or Fox Rampage helmets

QUESTION:
does anyone know of a place where I can buy a casco viper full faced mountain bike helmet for a good price?
I live in the U.S and they do not make them here. Thanks

• ANSWER:
  http://www.rutlandcycling.com they ship globally

QUESTION:
Is Giro the best Name brand for a mountain bike helmet. Is the Remedy the best model?
I know that there is a CF model and i was meaning both the Remedy CF and the the plain Remedy.

• ANSWER:
  It's true...the best helmet brand is the one that is at your budget, is certified by the industry , and (sorry for being a bit vain) a helmet that makes you look good in (or at least give you the illusion that you do). To me all recognized helmet brands are ALL protective and are made with pretty much the same materials. But the Remedy looks good. Cheers!

QUESTION:
does any one know of any mountain bike jumps in christchurch?
is there any dirt jumps or sumin in christchurch or highcliffe
becouse i cant find any plz help
P.S this is in the uk
in the south of england, dorset

• ANSWER:
  you need to be a little more specific than in the uk. there are many places called christchurch.

QUESTION:
How to make good Mountain bike dirt jumps?
Im making dirt jumps in my back yard like .... http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h53/CoolioJoshHansen/pbpic2438216.jpg .... Im wondering how to get the dirt hard enough to hit without breaking, anyone got any other tips I should know add in answer
chevys a FAGGIT

• ANSWER:
  Build the jump up a little higher than you want it, pack it down with a shovel, then spray with lightly with a hose. It will take a bit to harden and won't be ride able instantly unless you want to ride on loose dirt.

QUESTION:
Bmx mountain bike jumps trails in denver?
Does anybody know any dirt jumps around denver, arvada other than the ones by arbor lake and at 54th and kipling behind the baseball fields?
Thanks!!!!!

• ANSWER:
  make some

QUESTION:
What's the best angle and length to make a mountain bike jump?
The best angle and length for a take off and landing made out of dirt for a mountain bike jump. Also how far apart should the landing and takeoff be This jump is for a height of about 8 feet in the air with the smallest possible takeoff

• ANSWER:
  Smallest possible takeoff and you want to go 8' high.....how about a 12 degree pitch (angle) about 5' high and at least 14-16' apart should do it at a bare minimum of 12 mph....that sounds about right. No I didnt take the graph paper or the calculator out but Ive been jumpin for a while now and that just sounds about right for that height. you are going to need at least 25' to get going that fast and you better pound on it too!

QUESTION:
What is the best All-Mountain, Trail, and Dirt Jump mountain bike fro under 1000$?
I am looking for a mountain bike that will be light but also durable. Lightweight is very important in my choice. I will be mostly trail riding and jumping so any bike that will handle both of those disciplines would be great. I will be doing average size jumps and also drops, chutes, and climbing hills. If you have any suggestions but they are over 1000$ please let me know and i will check that bike out. Thanks for your suggestions!

• ANSWER:
  For all these requirements you better look at a few years used, you will get much more bike for your buck.

  http://cgi.ebay.com/Cannondale-Prophet-600-Mountain-Bike-Extra-Large-/360292813598?pt=Mountain_Bikes

  http://cgi.ebay.com/Cannondale-Prophet-600-Mountain-Bike-Large-/150483178474?pt=Mountain_Bikes

QUESTION:
what freeride mountain bike should I get?
Hi everyone. I want to get into freeride/downhill racing, but I do not know which bike to get. I want a bike that I can pedal and take on easy trails and use as an all mountain bike, but one that I can also take to bike parks to do downhill and freeride. Suggestions are welcome!!

• ANSWER:
  Set your budget first, try some bikes out. You will have to ride some to see what fits ya.

QUESTION:
Looking for a beginner Freeride mountain bike?
Ok i want get more into freeride mountain biking but i am having troubles finding a bike that will not break the bank. Now would i be better off buying a freeride frame or a complete bike and can you recommend some bikes to me thank you.

• ANSWER:
  It is getting increasingly rare to find cheap freeride bikes, due to the advances in technology and an irrational love (by bike companies) of carbon fibre. Heres a list of decent freeride bikes you should be looking at (none of them are under 00 (for suspension front and rear)), I have included the 2011 price range for the various models:

  Trek Remedy (,800 - ,400)
  Trek Scratch Air (,800 - ,000)
  Trek Scratch (,800 - ,800)
  Specialized Enduro (,000 - ,500)
  Specialized Pitch (,000 - ,400)
  Giant Faith (,200 - ,500)
  Giant Reign (,700 - ,000)
  Cove STD Fr (Frame Only)
  Santa Cruz Bullit (,500 - ,400)
  Santa Cruz Nomad (,400 - ,200)

  Freeride bikes are basically designed to go downhill but is also able to "slog" up to the downhill part. Only get this if you are basically Downhilling at bike parks. If you have to ride up then get an All Mountain or Trail bike.

QUESTION:
How to do a tailwhip and barspin on a freeride mountain bike?
So i was checking out videos on youtube, and people were riding sx trails and demos. but the thing that amazed me is that they did tailwhips and barspins on them? i dont think that downhill and freeride bikes have gyros on them? heh, so if anyone can help explain, that would be great.

Oh, and here is the vid where they did whips: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3nkzjACUG4&feature=related

• ANSWER:
  you have to reroute your front brake cable through your handlebar stem so you can spin the handbars around freely. then put your back tire against a curb or something and lift your front end up and practice spinning. then try it on a jump

QUESTION:
Looking for a good Freeride Mountain Bike?
Im looking to get a good free ride Mountain bike I was wondering if anybody had any good suggestions. I' ve been looking at the Giant Reigh X1 and the KHS Lucky 7. Does anybody have better suggestions?

• ANSWER:
  Specialized SX trail1 (http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Specialized-SX-Trail-FSR-I-Mountain-Bike-2009-Full-Suspension-MTB_21012.htm) A bit less ride and a bit more free!?
  Commencal Meta 6.2 gorgeous in practicaly every way! http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Commencal-Meta-6.2-Mountain-Bike-2009-Full-Suspension-MTB_19802.htm
  Scott ransom 30, do it all, megavalanche favourite! http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Scott-Ransom-30-Mountain-Bike-2009-Full-Suspension-MTB_19445.htm
  Kona Coilair, bombproof, better than you'd think! http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Kona-CoilAir-Mountain-Bike-2009-Full-Suspension-MTB_20425.htm
  Cannondale Moto4 http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Cannondale-Moto-4-Mountain-Bike-2009-Full-Suspension-MTB_21245.htm
  etc etc etc, take your pick, but try before you buy. Also consider what riding you'll actualy be doing, ie. will you be getting a lift to a freeride park and trying 360s or will you be riding trail and tackling jumps and DH tracks before riding back home. Both types of riding will be more pleasant on very different bikes.

QUESTION:
Which fork for my freeride mountain bike?
I am planning to buy a new fork for my 2004 Scott Nitrous 20 which is currently equiped with a Marzocchi Z 150 fork. The fork I am planning to buy is a 2007 888 Marzocchi which is 5 cm longer than the current one. Will this cause any problem or do you suggest using another type of fork? What to do?

• ANSWER:
  -I would stay with a long travel single crown fork for freeriding. If you are planning to Huck off some very big drops or gaps I would stay with a Marzocchi triple 8, Manitou triple Travis or a FOX 40.

  -I would use a 2007 Marzocchi VF 66 180mm or a 2007 Manitou Travis 180mm single crown with your frame. The Manitou Travis also comes in a 203mm single crown if you want more travel.

  -The problems you would run into is the ability to turn your handlebar left or right with a Dual Crown. The stanchions hit the frame at full left or right lock. Also the triple weights a little more, but it is also stronger than the single crown. Also your headtube angle will change (Slacker) if you go with a longer travel fork. This will make your bike handle different. (Less responsive) I would try and stay with a fork not more than 180mm. And you will have a higher stand over with a longer travel fork.

  -You can get the Manitou Travis 180mm single crown for about 0 or lower on some bike websites and on Ebay. Wheelworld http://wheelworld.com/itemdetails.cfm?catalogId=39&id=3466 has the Marzocchi 888 VF for 9 at their website.

  -Also make sure your frames headtube can handle the added stress of a dual crown fork.

  -Good luck, hope this helps.

QUESTION:
Does anybody know any cheat codes for the game Mountain Bike Adrenaline for ps2?
I looked it up on a few cheat code websites but couldn't find any, any cheats would be helpful

• ANSWER:
  There are no cheats for that game

  some games have no cheats

QUESTION:
Is there any PC mountain-bike game?
I love mountain-biking so is there any PC game(multiplayer or not) that you ride a mt bike in it. Do some championships and stuff like that?

• ANSWER:
  I've never played it, but there's one called "Mountain Bike Adrenaline"

QUESTION:
What is mountain bike adrenaline game? Is it a thrill or fun bike game?

• ANSWER:
  It is a thrill and also fun bike game. The mountain bike adrenaline game is straddle your mountain bike and ride the adrenaline as you hurtle down the world's most spectacular slopes. You have to cross the hair-raising jumps and every trick in your arsenal to beat the records and unlock exclusive bonuses. Speed, deftness, and heroic are the three ingredients that will turn you into an exceptional rider.

QUESTION:
does anyone know if there is a mountain bike game for xbox 360?

• ANSWER:

QUESTION:
Are there any mountain bike games for xbox 360?
if not any mountain bike ones are there any bmx ones?
i used to have a game for PlayStation 2 called DownhillDomination which was an amazing one and im woundering if there are any mountain bike games on xbox 360?

• ANSWER:
  no why would u want one
  if you want to play a mountain bike game find a big hill or mountain (i reccomend the alps in austria) grab ur mountain bike and there you've got hours of joy and a much more realistic experience

QUESTION:
Can I put a Racer/Fixie fork into a Mountain Bike frame?
I'm Building a 'Fixed Wheel' Bike and deeeefinately cannot afford a racer frame so am getting a used mountain bike one any help?

• ANSWER:
  Go to the local Goodwill or Salvation Army store and get a old road bike for to convert.

QUESTION:
should i get a used 2007 Yeti ARC mountain bike frame or a carbon fiber frame?

• ANSWER:
  Go for the Yeti. Yeti's are awesome. Carbon is cool, but Yeti is a Statement.

QUESTION:
How much is my used mountain bike worth? 1994 Trek 8200, Mens 19.5" frame with 26' wheels, lightly used
Original retail price 0 in 1994. Very lightly used, mostly on pavement, then stored indoors for the past 9 years...
It's actually an 820--sorry for the typo!
Jman: I'm not sure I even know what I have. Why would my bike be worth that much?!

• ANSWER:
  A very old bike. Since it has "Trek" on it you can probably get 0 for it. It's a popular brand so you'll get a little more for those 4 letters.

QUESTION:
Will 700C road wheels (disk brakes) fit mountain bike frame that uses 26" wheels?

• ANSWER:
  The short answer is, believe it or not, YES. In fact, that's what the Mavic Speedcity wheelset is made for. Just keep tires thin.

  How is it possible? Because 700 C and 26" are just nominal diameters for tires.

  The true (bead seat) diameter for a 26" rim is 559 mm. A 26x2.20 tire will add about 57 mm on each side. That gives us an outer diameter of 673 mm. But a mountain frame also needs additional clearance for mud. For that reason, a cross country mountain bike frame usually has a total clearance of about 700 mm.

  For a 700 C rim, the true diameter is 622 mm. A 700x25C (25-622) tire will add about 25 mm on each side, making a total diameter of 672 mm. In other words, a thin tire on a 700 C wheel has about the same diameter as a big 26" cross country tire.

  If you can only fit a 26x2.1 mountain bike tire, you will need a 700x20C (20-622) road tire.

QUESTION:
Is 85$ a good price for a used mountain bike?
what do you think:

"I bought this bike used last October for 0 from a guy who fixes up bikes as a hobby. It was a great deal then and I've hardly used it since. It is a green and silver Giant Rincon, it has new tubes, a 17.5 inch frame, a comfortable yet non-Grandma-esque seat, front shocks, 21 speeds, a water bottle holder, squeeze brakes, bar ends, and it works really well. "

• ANSWER:
  on

QUESTION:
What size mountain bike frame for a 6 ft guy?
What inch size frame do I get if i'm looking for a mens mountain bike?

• ANSWER:
  21 with a top bar of 23

QUESTION:
What size mountain bike frame do i need?
Im about 5' 10.5", but have longer legs compared to the average person (but not massive!) Looking at buying a downhill mountain bike but not sure what size frame to get?

• ANSWER:
  Not sure about the longer legs, but assume that you probably want a medium frame - 18 or 19".

  How to size your frame. Stand over your mountain bike with your feet about a foot apart. The frame should be about 2" - 4" clear of your family jewels. If the frame is too big you will bash your nads on the top bar.

  Extend your saddle so that, with your heal on the peddle your leg is fully extended. This means that when riding on the balls of your feet your leg will be slightly bent. If your saddle is right down on its lowest point, or only two or three inches above, your frame is too big. You want the seat post to have about a foot in height so that it adds to the bike suspension by flexing. If, however, your leg is slightly bent and the seat post is beyond the safety markings on the tube, the frame is too small and you should look at the next size up.

  Finally, lean over and grab the bars. If you feel too stretched and uncomfortable, then the bike style is probably wrong for you. Different manufacturers have different geometry. Try out a few until you find a comfortable set up.

  Luck

QUESTION:
What is a good mountain bike frame size for a small woman?
What is the average frame size for a woman. I need a bike for my girlfriend who is 5'3. Is a 19" frame to big?

• ANSWER:
  yes the 19" is way too big. i'm 5'3" and ride a 13" jamis dakar (full suspension bike). i can be seated and still have my feet on the ground. also i have tons of clearance when I'm standing over the bike. both these things are very important when sizing a bike. i also fit on the 15" bike but the 13" is perfect.

  i'm not sure but if i had to guess i would say the avg. bike size for a woman is between a small and med (13"-17") the latter being for a taller woman. but i think your girlfriend would be around the same size bike at me between 13 & 15"

  good luck and happy trails.

QUESTION:
What mountain bike frame size would you recommend?
I've had lots of different advice from shop assistants & from online charts & guides. I can't seem to get a straight answer. I've been recommended 16" all the way up to 20". What dual/full suspension mtb frame size do you think would suit a person with the following measurements?

Female
Height; 5' 7"
Inseam; 32"

Thanks for your help!

• ANSWER:
  For most mountain bikes you want a frame that is 59% of you inseam and allows 2-4 inches of clearance when you stand over it. 32 X .59 = 18.88 inches If the frame is too small the cockpit will feel cramped and the handle bars will be a lot lower then the saddle. Too large and you will have to lean too far forward to reach the handlebars. A women's specific bike will have a shorter top tube then the men's version. Have the bike shop set up bike for you to try, the fore and aft position of the saddle can make a big difference in the reach to the bars.

QUESTION:
How do I determine my Mountain bike frame size?
I'm 5'11" and around a 30-32" inseam length pant size. What's my ideal frame size for XC and trail riding?

• ANSWER:
  The best way to figure out what bike size is ideal for you is to stop by a bike shop in person and have one a worker, who is usually specialized in the field, fit a bike for you. Also, most places allow you to test ride various different sizes so you can see what bike best fits you and is more comfortable to ride.

QUESTION:
Bike fitting question! I want to purchase a mountain bike online, what frame am I if I am 5'2 and small built?
I'm 5'2 and weight 115, and I want to purchase a mountain bike online. What frame size am I and how tall should the saddle be? ( measured my inseam to be 2 ft 4 inches? Thanks!

• ANSWER:
  Tricky buying on-line if you don't know your size. I'm 5-8 and ride a 16.5 frame. I'd ballpark you at 14". You should hit a bike shop and try some out to see for yourself though.

QUESTION:
Question about mountain bike frame size?
Im currently looking to buy a mountain bike online, however obviously need to have an idea of what frame size i need. Im 6'5, so what size frame do you think I will need? Is a 20" frame, a good size for my height?

Thanks in advance

• ANSWER:
  If your height was the all important determining factor then I would say that a 20" frame is going to be too small for you. Standover height is the one important factor that you must consider and at your height I cant imagaine an inseam measurement of less than 33" or 34" and that would indicate a bike frame of 23-24" which happens to be the maximum size made on the market today by nearly every manufacturer. These frame sizes can be difficult to come by in most shops as they are generally a special order item and not usually stocked but go look to see what they have near you. Raising the seat on an ill fitting frame is not going to compensate for an ill fitting frame either so dont attempt this or think it will work.

QUESTION:
online downhill mountain bike stores?
hey i want to buy a downhill mountain bike frame im not sure which one yet but I'm looking for a good reliable online story preferibly cheap if possible?
hey thanks for that first answer that made me laugh a lot i mean like downhil as in non wal mart shit bikes i mean like kona and specialized and giant etc.

• ANSWER:
  Do you mean this :
  http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000XPB0ME?ie=UTF8&tag=intermarke0b-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000XPB0ME

  or this :
  http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0011N29OA?ie=UTF8&tag=intermarke0b-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0011N29OA

  I hope it's not too expensive for you

QUESTION:
hi , im thinking about ordering a mountain bike online..?
Im 5,9 height, and seen a orange crush series mountain bike for 699 pounds online but its a 15" frame, is this to small for me????

• ANSWER:
  Frame size makes all the difference in the world. You should be looking for a 18 inch or so frame. 15 is defiantly too small.

  http://www.coloradocyclist.com/bikefit

QUESTION:
i am looking to buy a mountain bike online. now its asking me for size of frame.?
The choices are 17.5 inch, 19.5 inch and 21.5 inch. How do i determine what's right for me?

• ANSWER:
  bikesdirect.com has guidelines on the size.

QUESTION:
Which is the Better Mountain Bike? Please Answer ?
Question is in the title, pretty simple. It's going to be my first good MTB.

Option #1-B'twin Rockrider 5.3;don't be put off by the name. The company is new and so you won't have heard of them but they already have a great reputation and have especially great reviews on this bike.

Frame: 6061 T4/T6 aluminium. 1.9kg (size L). Sloping. Reinforced tubes. Sport frame, light and responsive. Sloping: sloping top tube to improve handling and stiffness. Same geometry as the series 8 models. Can be fitted with a pannier rack.

Fork/ Shock: Rockrider XCR 100mm Lockout fork by SR Suntour. Light and tough hydraulic fork. Preload and lockout adjustment. 100mm travel, magnesium lowers. The upper tubes are finished to ensure durability.

Drivetrain: Suntour XCM 302 aluminium 22x32x42 chainset. SRAM X-5 9 speed shifters. Shimano C050 front derailleur. SRAM X-5 rear derailleur. SRAM PC951 chain. SRAM cassette. An extra gear (9) so you don’t have to switch chainrings so often, saving time. The SRAM shifters offer perfect ergonomics and impeccable accuracy.

Brakes: Tektro IO cable actuated disc brakes. Tektro TS360 levers.
Handlebars/ StemRockrider oversize 600mm handlebars by JD. Rockrider oversize 6° stem by JD. Aheadset VP A71 headset. Raised and wide handlebars for control at all speeds. Comfortable, narrow saddle for freedom of movement when pedalling on very rough terrain.
Saddle/ Seat post: Rockrider seatpost by JD. Rockrider VIPER saddle by Selle Royal.

Wheels: RIGIDA SPHINX 32 hole rims. Formula DC19/DC22 Disk Ready hubs. Mach1 2mm stainless steel spokes. Sealed bearing hubs, disc brake ready. Double-wall rims for guaranteed solidity.

Tyres: Hutchinson Scorpion Airlight 2.0 tyres. The wide tyres offer the perfect combination of grip and efficiency.

Pedals: Wellgo flat pedals.

The weight is about 13kg for my size.

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Option #2: GT aggressor XC3; this is only available in certain online shops and Halfords.

· Frame – GT Triple Triangle

· Forks – Suntour SR XCM V2

· Stem – GT

· Handlebars – GT 6061 MTB Specific

· Rear Mech – Shimano Acera

· Front Mech – Shimano Altus

· Shifters – Shimano

· Brakes – Tektro Auriga Comp (Hydraulic disc brakes)

· Cranks – Suntour Triple

· Cassette – Shimano HG40 8 Speed

· Chain – Shimano HG40 8 speed

· Rims – ASD-1 Alex rims

· Hubs – Unbranded hubs

· Tyres – Heng Shin tyre – 26” x 2.1

· Pedals – Unbranded Flat

· Seatpost – Unbranded

· Saddle – GT Active

· Weight – 15.1kgs.

So the rockrider has better forks (hydraulic and next level up from the aggressors) and I trust the quality more, but the aggressor has the hydraulic brakes but is 2kg heavier. are the hydro brakes worth it?

Thanks
any more suggestions???

• ANSWER:
  Rockrider looks pretty good. Contrary to 'popular' belief GT's lower end bikes don't have a good reputation. I would probably try and have a look at low end Specialized if you can. Got a good review recently in a mag (WMB I think). Get down your local bike shop and see what they have too. You'll get better after sales support as well most likely (although I can't guarantee this). Halfords isn't always that bad if you know what you're looking at. Just don't bother taking it back for the free service. I got an (old) GT knocked down from £700 to £300 after I popped in to get some de icer. But that was a stroke of luck.

QUESTION:
What is a better mountain bike?
A 26 inch men;s schwinn ranger mountain bike or a Columbia 26 inch mens silver ridge mountain bike? I mean in terms of qualty, riding, and setup plus durability. I am leaning toward the schwinn because it has a steel frame, water bottle holder, a lot of good reviews, and the schwinn name is good.

• ANSWER:
  Once upon a time, there was nothing finer than to have a Schwinn. Now days, though, Schwinn is merely a brand name of mass produced bicycles made in Asia. They do make some very fine, high-end bikes, but they are much more expensive than what you are looking at.

  Quite frankly, neither of these bikes is a particularly good machine. They are both heavy and equipped with fairly low quality components that are not likely to be particularly durable. Depending on how you ride these bikes, I am guessing you may get only a year or two usage.

  I would really recommend going to your local bicycle shop and checking out their bikes. Trek, Cannondale, Specialized and other brands all make some inexpensive, but good quality machines. Futhermore, the bike will be assembled by a mechanic rather than a minimum wage slave. It will be fitted to you to ensure a good, comfortable fit. It will also be adjusted so the shifter and brakes work smoothly. Finally, they'll proably promise you a tune up down the road when the cables stretch out a bit.

  It will cost somewhat more, but I think you'll get a lot more enjoyment and value out of the bike.

  Hope this helps you.

QUESTION:
The "One Bike" for me. Do you think the GIANT REIGN is the one???
As a follow up to my question about "Which is the 'one bike' suited for me", I think I may have found it. It's a Giant Reign 2. Found it on the web.

http://wheelworld.com/itemdetails.cfm?catalogId=39&id=3878

However, there are a few issues:
1) None of the bike shops in my local area have the Reign model so there's no way of test-riding it.
2) Some reviews of the Reign have pointed out the weakness of the Manitou Nixon Super Air 145mm fork
3) Without an actual demo bike, I wont be able to determine my correct size.
4) If I buy the bike from WheelWorld,someone must do the in-store purchase for me. However,no one can do proper quality check for me.

The bike is offered in a "Close-Out" sale price of ,400 at WheelWorld and I find it a very attractive deal. But I cannot go to buy it myself 'cause I live in a foreign country. I have some friends in CA who can do the walk-in purchase for me but they have no bachground/knowledge when it comes to mountain bike frames/components.
The parameters I've set for getting my "one bike" are these:
a) I want an all-mountain full-suspension trailbike
b) I can only spend ,000 or below for the complete bike + international shipping.
c) I can't afford major upgrades in the next 8 years.
d) I ride trails in a moderate pace (20 to 40km), do small drops, like to climb as well as descend. I don't race nor compete.
e) I will also use the bike for daily commutes to work
f) I want to improve my riding skills using this bike, without the bike limiting the type of riding or terrain choices.
g) I'm 5'8" 65kgs.
Sorry, this question appears twice. The earlier one (identical) to this had long & repetitive "Additional Details".
I deleted the identical question to this one so that all your answers (to this question) will appear here. Thanks so far to all who have answered!

• ANSWER:
  The shipping of the Giant Reign bike you have in mind which has to be INSURED to avoid smuggling attempts will be imperative. I suggest you purchase an all mountain bike in EBAY instead (www.ebay.com) Find it under the 'Sporting goods' category ( Mountain Bikes & Parts-Full Bikes)---there are shops there that sell worldwide ( most are USA & Canada areas). The size for your height would best be a 19"-or MEDIUM in other specs. Go for a Marzocchi or Fox front fork---check out the front fork susp. prices at Blue Sky Cycling website ( www.blueskycycling.com) for COOL steals!

QUESTION:
Would it be ok to buy a 0 moungoose tech 4 mountain bike and upgrade the components right away?
I am thinking about buying a mongoose tech 4 full suspension bike. I have looked at the components and some of them are good. I have read some reviews that say that it is a good frame, but I am just curious about that. I was thinking that I would buy the mongoose and then upgrade the rear derailleur right away. After that I could gradually upgrade the other components. The stock components are as follows:
Type of Shifter:SRAM 4.0
Front and rear V brakes
Fork Type:Rock Shox Judy J1 Fork
Rear Derailleur:Shimano
4 Bar Link 18 in suspension frame
24 speed SRAM 4.0 shifting system for responsive gear changes.
WTB Speed V saddle
26 in wheels with Kenda Kharisma XC tires"

This will be my first mountian bike and I plan on jumping and riding pretty hard. I weigh about 140 lbs. Let me know if you think this would be a good idea and what kind of components I should upgrade. My price range is about 5. Thanks.

• ANSWER:
  You are MUCH better off spending the entire 5 on a new bike rather than upgrade a brand new one.

  I would also suggest if you are planning to ride hard and jump and stuff that you stick with a hardtail... a bike with no rear suspension... every time you pedal a full suspension bike some of your energy gets eaten in the suspension so it gets to be a real drag climbing hills and stuff not to mention that a FS bike is heavier and never equipped as well as a hardtail for the same price.

  Keep in mind that suspension is to keep the wheels on the ground for better handling. Most pros use hardtails whenever they can because they are easier to ride and much faster.

QUESTION:
Buying a Mountain bike! Advice please!?
Hello there! Pretty soon i'll be buying a bike for myself for the first time. Ive decded to go with a moutain bike as it seems to be the best option for me. I am looking to buy
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/kona/lanai-deluxe-2011-mountain-bike-ec026529?utm_source=awin&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=awin&utm_source=awin&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=awin&promo=Content

My question is does this mountain bike have front and rear suspcension? I was under the impression that every Mbike had front and rear but I have seen a few out there that do not. I could ask a question at the main site but as it is a sunday i figured id get a quicker answer here.
Furthermore is that bike a good choice? It seems to be an all round good bike but there are no reviews for it on the website and it has a pretty hefty sale % so I am wondering if there is something wrong with it.
Also what does it mean by Deluxe? There is a normal version of this bike and a deluxe version but am Unsure of the difference other than price...
I am also under the impression that a 22inch frame is ideal for a 6"2 man am i correct in thinking this?
Thank you for reading

• ANSWER:
  Uni

  You are making the same mistake that many newbie riders make. You are buying the bike you want, and NOT the bike you need. You buy a bike for where you will ride, what type of rides you will be taking. You have told us none of that. If you are going to ride mostly on streets, roads, and bike paths it it absolutely the fourth best choice you could make!

  I strongly urge you to go to a bicycle shop and discuss the riding you want to do, so they can get you on the proper bike. As for the suspension you do not want the suspension of you are going to ride on the street, pavement, and bike paths, It sucks the energy out of every pedal stroke. Even on mountain bikes, for mountain riding, I am not in love with suspension systems. A hardtail would do quite nicely for riding both streets and mountains.

  Do yourself a favor. Get the proper bike. You will be happier.

  Soccerreff