Mountain Bike
Mountain Bike
What mountain bike would you recommend?
I am looking to purchase a new mountain bike for general recreation, but will probably ride on or around trails in San Diego. Any advice or tips on certain brands or style?
If you are mostly trail riding, then full suspension is very preferable for the San Diego area. I rode a hardtail with a suspension seatpost for three years in San Diego, and my body took quite a beating. Don't listen to the technology haters that may tell you that full suspension is too heavy or too expensive, that's just not the case any more.
If you're mostly riding the boardwalk or commuting, but only riding trails occasionally (less than once a week), then a hardtail is fine. If you are less than 170lbs. (male) or 145lbs. (female), then stick with a steel or titanium frame. Maybe even a suspension seatpost.
Cost is a major consideration; your choices hinge completely on the money factor. Everyone has their own opinion of the "best" brands. I prefer Jamis, Trek, Kona, and Rocky Mountain, but that's just my opinion. By far, the most important thing is to stay far away from any bike brand that you find at a department store (Wal-Mart, Target, even Sport Chalet). These people don't know jack about bikes. Stick to your local bike shop.
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