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Manufacturers are introducing mountain bicycle suspension systems in 1994 that are less costly, lighter and easier to adjust. Many new bikes offer both font and rear shocks. Information about innovative new mountain bikes, suspension systems and shock absorbers is given., Mountain bike suspension continues to evolve at an impressive rate, rivaling developments in laptop computers, video cameras, and even automobiles. Next year, you'll see lighter, less expensive, more adjustable, and [...]

Bar ends are mountain bike implements that have very useful benefits. These include the provision of a better leverage when climbing, an aerodynamic body position when acquiring speed and a way of relaxing the back and shoulder muscles through an alternative hand position., OR, HOW NOT TO EMBARRASS YOURSELF WHEN USING THESE HANDY DEVICES For better or worse, the off-road cycling world has seen the birth, death and resurrection of more than a [...]

The correct installing of bicycle accessories is necessary to insure the proper functioning of these devices. The size of toe clips and straps should be based on the size of your feet and type of pedals. Kickstands, fenders and bar ends should be adjusted to prevent the overtightening of screws., There's an inside joke professional mechanics share about accessories: The first step in installing them is to throw away the directions. Shop folks' contempt for them runs deep because they [...]

The main characteristics that should be taken into consideration when buying mountain bike brake levers are weight and adjustability. A list of some of the top brake levers in the market is presented., The levers that come with most new bikes are probably adequate. So why upgrade? Weight is one reason, though shaving grams from rotating parts (mainly wheels) is unquestionably more efficient. [...]

The Santa Cruz Mountain Bikes is a mountain bike shop in Santa Cruz, CA, that features a wide selection of cycling equipment and accessories. Its only model is the Tazmon, a $2,650 dual suspension bike with a stout 6061 aluminum rear triangle and main frame., Pedal past the roller coaster and the beach. Turn left at the brew pub. Hang a right when you see the climbing gym. Now go a couple of doors down [...]

The new Shimano STX Special Edition mountain bicycle component system performs well and would be a good system for a moderately priced bike. One of its best features is the Rapid Fire Shifters that displays the gear a biker is using. The brakes were only adequate., Never has a component group been introduced with, the fanfare of Shimano's new "STX. Special Edition." It's featured in the company's "Ride Light" ESPN television commercial. It's advertised in Rolling [...]

HARDPACK HUTCHINSON PYTHON ADVANTAGE: Staggered, shallow tread design might not look aggressive compared to meatier designs, but it's especially predictable and tenacious over smooth rock or heavily compacted ground. 26x2.0 [...]

Q: I ride hilly, rocky terrain with some steep descents. Full suspension? Hardtail? Softtail? Dan Braden, CO Dan, you'll hear it here first: The hardtail is dead. For most recreational [...]

Mountain bikes can be upgraded without eliminating the frame. Several cost-effective and reliable clipless pedals, light wheels, innovative suspenders, durable plush post, direct-pull cantilever brakes and fiction-free cables are being offered to suit the budget., It's as inevitable as wrinkles and those annoying BICYCLING subscription-renewal notices: One day you'll mosey out to the corral, glance at that thoroughbred, and be struck with this awful thought: [...]