| Mountain biking is a fun and accessible sport suitable | | | | you derriere, the brakes and shifters should be easy |
| for all ages and abilities. In these price sensitive times | | | | to use. Bargain with the dealer to swap out those |
| it is more important than ever to get as much bang | | | | components you don't like. By doing this you will get |
| for your buck as possible. But is buying a cheap | | | | a bike to suite to you and probably save money |
| mountain bike really a good idea? The tips detailed | | | | getting the components now instead of later. |
| below will ensure you buy the right bike at the right | | | | Tip 3 For the very price conscious only consider |
| price. | | | | mountain bikes that are sub $200 for extreme casual |
| Tip 1 Big-box stores will stack cheap mountain bikes | | | | use. Any bikes are bought in this range will not last |
| to the ceiling and sell them at rock bottom prices. | | | | very long when ridden over rough terrain. If you can |
| Avoid these bikes like the plague. You'll get perceived | | | | afford it check out bikes above $300, experience |
| value for money but more than likely you'll buy a | | | | shows that you will get much more bike for your |
| poorly made bike that is in no way suited to the way | | | | buck than at the $200 level. |
| that you ride and will fall apart at the first | | | | Cheap mountain bikes are a great way for beginners |
| inopportune moment off road. | | | | to get into the sport of mountain biking and for |
| Tip 2 Get down to you local dealer and check out | | | | seasoned pros to continue participating in the sport |
| potential mountain bikes and take them out for a | | | | they love. Remember that perceived value is just |
| test ride. Venture up hills to ensure that the gears go | | | | that so go for as much bike as you can afford and |
| low enough, check the suspension is being kind to | | | | the investment will surely payoff in the long run. |