The Beginners Guide For Mountain Biking

January 5, 2010 · Filed Under Outdoor Sports · Comments Off 

Whether you are a beginner or could do with a refresher on the tips and tricks of mountain biking you are on the right track! As a beginner you may have recently bought a mountain bike or just be in the process of choosing one. Once you have it the first thing to do is get to know your bike. Mountain bikes such as Saracen, Commencal, Norco, Raleigh and other manufacturers will be made up of the same basic components but as a beginner it is good to familiarise yourself at the outset.

The anatomy of a mountain bike has the frame materials which will differ depending on which conditions you are choosing your mountain bike to ride in, the bike brakes, handlebars, bike shifters, pedals, wheels and saddles. These parts are self explanatory. The mountain bike also has a bike crank and derailleur; the crank is the part of the bike which is attached to the chain rings and makes the bike move, whereas the derailleur is what shifts the chain from one to the other. Finally it has the bike suspension system which is what helps keep you and your bike in decent condition after your adventurous trip in the elements and through interesting terrain. Read more