Mountain Bike Fitting Tips

Getting the right mountain bike frame size is paramount.

Mountain bike fitting tips. The global mountain bike network is the best mtb youtube channel with videos for everyone who loves dirt. Mountain bike fitting basics you don t need mountains to go mountain biking. I raced the high school nica league. By brian gerow june 3 2020.

Tips on mtb parts. Here are the secrets of great bike fit first your riding style matters. If you re more into trail riding and fast descents. Just about any off pavement riding will reward you with fresh air great exercise and if hills or mountains are present the exhilaration of scenic views and long downhill stretches.

Mountain bike geometry is literally the shape of the bike. First some general bike shopping tips. From the full faced helmet downhill mountain biker to the lycra clad cross country rider. Mountain bikes are harder to set up than road bikes because they face so many competing demands.

If your focus is climbing and cross country xc you ll want the most pedal efficient stance. We show you 3 steps which include removal preparation of the rim and installation of very tight tires such that bike tube. Hop on the bike and if possible go for a test. Located on the rear wheel gears are controlled by rings on the handlebars which you can adjust while on the bike.

If you re in between sizes and are planning on really riding rough you may want the smaller size rather than the larger easier to bail when things go wrong. The overall shape and geometry of your mountain bike is made up by several different and important measurements. Our guide to mountain bike sizing will help you find the correct sized mountain bike for you while our tips on fit will ensure your bike fits as it should. Tips and tricks on how to install tight bike tires on a difficult rim.

The bike itself is a complex piece of machinery and all the components must work together efficiently to ensure a smooth and successful ride. Bike fitting tips with 5x us collegiate national champ hannah finchamp. Bike sizing can become quite intricate if you are a serious rider looking for specific performance characteristics. Your seat will be high your head low and your back at at least 45 degrees.

These measurements are important when discussing the fit feel and style of a mountain bike and are often proportional to the style and terrain your bike was intended to perform on. My first mountain bike race was at ten years old in an effort to train and prepare for triathlon. Use a sizing chart to get an idea of where you fit then check the actual bike.