Some Scoop on Cannondale Mountain Bikes

Here's a little scoop on Cannondale Mountain Bikes:

• They offer an "Over Mountain" line including the Jekyll and Claymore models

• There is a "Full Suspension" line with RZ Twenty One and Scalpel models

• They have a "Hardtail" group with the Trail SL and Flash models

• Fourth is the "29er" line which includes the Flash 29er, Flash 29er Carbon, and the Trail SL 29er

Pretty extensive, huh? But not so easy to understand if you don't know alot about Cannondale mountain bikes. You can count on these models being cutting edge though, and handling well while being as comfortable as possible.

Check out our article on Cannondale mountain bikes to learn more. We also have some links so you can check out which bikes are available on line right now.

3 Essential Mountain Bike Buying Tips – What You Need to Know

By Lee Myring

With summer in full swing you may be considering buying a mountain bike to improve your fitness and to have some fun in the fresh air, but it is easy to waste a lot of money buying the wrong bike.

When buying a mountain bike there are a few simple but essential tips which you must follow to ensure that you get the bike most suited to your needs and the best deal for your money. Like a lot of things in life, cheap is normally cheap for a reason so follow these three simple tips to get the most from your money.

Tip Number 1 - Decide what are you using the mountain bike for?

Arguably the most important consideration is to ascertain what the bike will be used for - this will dictate the kind of bike most suited to you. If you are just going for cycling with a little off road stuff then there is little to be gained by going for a full suspension bike, however if you are an all terrain or downhill fan then a full suspension will fit the bill. Be careful however that unless you have a lot of money for your purchase for the same budget a hardtail will most likely be lighter, better specified and more suitable for general use.

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Tip Number 2 - Set yourself a budget and stick to it

Following on from above, it is too easy to spend a lot of money needlessly, or talk yourself into buying something that you don't really need. If you are just going cruising or cross country then spending a lot of money on a high end full suspension will be a waste of money. Conversely if you intend on free riding and downhill then a hard tail will not be the ideal choice of ride. Be aware however, at the budget end of the market, full suspension bikes tend to be heavy, components are cheaper to offset the cost of the additional parts required, and maintenance requirements are more than with a hard tail.

Tip Number 3 - Go for quality where possible

This might sound obvious but a cheap mountain bike is exactly that, a compromise of quality over price. In order to get the price down there will be compromises on every level, materials, quality of the running gear, how it has been assembled. Buying cheap may prove to be a false economy and end up costing you more in the long run. A cheap mountain bike is likely to be heavy, prone to breakdown and require more repairs and maintenance. In a lot of cases buying a quality second hand bike is better than buying a budget new bike.

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Lee Myring is a former semi-pro cyclist, having worked in the cycle industry both on the sales and technical fronts for over 15 years. He is currently one of the team at http://www.mountainbikescheap.com a website dedicated to helping cyclists of all levels from novices to wannabe professional riders get the most from mountain biking as a sport. The website has a huge range of bikes, accessories, apparel and upgrades to suit all budgets as well as a comprehensive reviews and tips section. Be sure to check it out!

Mountain Bike Fit

By Sydney Garrison

Your first mountain bike (and every one there after) may be one of the most important purchases you ever make. Finding the right bike is necessary for ensuring the safety and enjoyment of your mountain biking excursions. This however, is sometimes easier said than done.

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Most mountain bikes are built for men. It is therefore easier for a man to find one with the perfect fit than for a woman. Women are proportioned differently; they are usually smaller in size and have shorter torsos than men (though often with longer legs). When you ride a mountain bike that is not fit properly to your body, you run the risk of sustaining injuries. Some of these injuries include knee problems and back injuries, not to mention the possibility of having an accident.

As more women join the ranks of mountain bikers, some companies have set out to design bicycles made specifically for women and their proportions. The same problems can occur with children. Since children come in such a wide range of sizes, and are constantly growing, it is important to ensure that you find the right fit for your son or daughter and that you purchase a new bike when they outgrow the old.

Before you purchase a bike, make sure that you test it out. This can be difficult in the age of internet sales. However, make sure that if you are purchasing a bicycle online, you find a nearby store where you can try it out before buying it. While you should always have the option to return a bicycle that you have purchased online, it is more of a hassle than just trying it out beforehand.

There are certain things that you should look for to ensure that the bicycle is a perfect "fit". One of the things to look for is the distance between you and the top tube of the bicycle. This should be at least 4 to 6 inches in order to prevent injury in case of an accident. You can tell this by standing above the bicycle and seeing how far your crotch is from the top tube. For women, you will also want to make sure that the length of the top tube does not put you too far away from the front of the bike. This would be very uncomfortable. Another thing to look for is the saddle height.

When you sit on the bicycle, your legs should not be fully extended when you push the peddle to the farthest position. If you are riding on uneven terrain, you will be standing a great deal and may want to lower the seat even further. Lastly, make sure that the handlebars are at a comfortable height. This is cheaper and easier to do when you purchase a new bike as opposed to having it changed out after.

By selecting the correct fit when you purchase a mountain bike, you will ensure that you have the best time possible with the least risk of injury or pain.

Sydney Garrison is an avid cyclist and sports enthusiast. She is also a partner in an online bike rack store.