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MTB Guides and Tips

This category is filled with articles that teach people tips and tricks that they could perform on their bikes and some tips and tricks that they can use to fix or make a valuable addition to their bikes

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is it better to build a mountain bike than buying one? explained

if you are a mountain biker you must have thought of building a bike yourself, The idea is great and at first, glance looks possible as well you have to build a bike put tires on it add brakes and everything is good to go off you go, but things are not that simple it involves a lot of things and I decided to write an article to shed some light on would it better to build a mountain bike… Read More »is it better to build a mountain bike than buying one? explained

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Why people lose interest in mountain biking over the years

If you are a mountain biker you must have noticed people losing interest in cycling and mountain biking is top of the list people are quitting mountain biking and the reasons are astonishing. The overall trend for mountain biking has long been declining over the years and the only reason for its survival can be seen in advertisements, not from the companies but the people. Mountain biking is a really fun sport there is a lot of action involved and… Read More »Why people lose interest in mountain biking over the years

Solved| Proper mountain bikes handlebars width-how wide or how narrow

I get asked a lot how wide or narrow should the mountain bikes handlebars should be? and usually, that’s followed by very little information about what type of riding style you like or you had like to do, what your height and what the problem running the same width you are now, and last but not the least how long have you ridden on that bike. Fortunately, there are a lot of types of handlebars out there and usually, the… Read More »Solved| Proper mountain bikes handlebars width-how wide or how narrow

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Why mtb chains vibrate | how to reduce noise and damage

New mountain bikers often face this kind of problem but in most cases, it’s not a problem but a pattern that happens to everyone, and if you are worried your bike might have a problem or its starting to cause a problem, In most cases that’s not the case so you can put your mind at ease but if there is a problem I will show you the ways in which you can fix these issues. If you are new… Read More »Why mtb chains vibrate | how to reduce noise and damage

Bigger rotors better braking? Hows and whys explained | mountain biking

It’s been some time since I have picked up mountain biking and recently I started noticing my braking power was gradually decreasing over time and did some thorough research the information is there but it was spread in pieces so I decided to write an article a complete guide on how rotors work and many other questions related to rotors. If there is a safety measure after helmets for mountain bikers then it would always be braking and disc brakes… Read More »Bigger rotors better braking? Hows and whys explained | mountain biking

How should i upgrade my mountain bike

When you listen to the upgrading of mountain bikes there are many questions that arise in our mind which are: Changing old bike parts with new cheap parts to save the old genuine parts. Changing the contact points of your bike which include saddle, pedal, handlebar, grips, and tires. Upgrade riding protective gears which include helmet, shin guards, back and chest protector, and elbow pads. upgrading a mountain bike also depends on the rider and the trails where he/she is… Read More »How should i upgrade my mountain bike