Mountain Biking Accessories

Like any hobby, there are always 'extras' and 'upgrades' to purchase in order to maximize the experience. Mountain biking is no different. Except these accessories can save you some skin or maybe a broken bone or two!

Here are some mountain biking accessories you truly need before bounding over hill and dale.

Mountain Biking Helmet

No question, a mountain bike helmet is the most important mountain bike accessory that you need. A good helmet should always be worn while riding, otherwise you're just inviting unnecessary danger to your sport. Besides, it takes hours to be seen in the emergency room when you could be out riding! Read the rest of this entry

Hardtail or Full-Suspension?

Everyone has a preference (and an opinion!) when it comes down to the best set-up for mountain bikes:  hardtails or full-suspension. This “discussion” is sure to launch some heated debates so let’s take a closer look at the differences between these two camps.

When it comes to bike weight, a full suspension bike is going to be heavier.  Fact.  A cross-country bike is equipped with more rough-terrain features for you to haul around.

Not having this added weight makes the hardtail a bit more nimble.  Weighing less, the agility factor gives the nod to the hardtail. Read the rest of this entry