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Buying full suspension mountain bikes is something that should be done with care. Although this is an exciting time for mountain bike enthusiasts, it can also be a time of regret if you do not follow the proper process when buying one of these bikes. Among other things you should:
o Consider the weight - If you are looking for a lightweight bike, then these bikes may not be the proper bikes to suit your needs. One of the reasons for this is because these bikes tend to be quite a bit heavier than normal bikes thanks to the fact that they include more devices and gadgets than a normal bike might.
o Maintenance can be cumbersome - While all bikes need some kind of maintenance from time to time, the type of maintenance that is needed by most full suspension bikes is quite a bit more extensive than other bikes might need. Because full suspension bikes are more complicated than other bikes, the maintenance required for these bikes could involve using some specialized tools.
o Make sure it is right for you - Just because a friend loves to ride a full suspension bike, this does not mean that you necessarily will like it as well. In fact, if you are going to be racing your mountain bike, you will likely find that most of your competitors will still be using hardtail bikes. On most mountain courses, hardtail bikes are still considered to be the most efficient choice.
o Is your comfort important? - If the answer to this question is yes (which it should be), then you may find that full suspension mountain bikes actually suit you well. Many people prefer these bikes thanks to the fact that they are so effective at helping the rider absorb the little shocks that always come as you ride down the mountain. On rough terrain, these bikes are usually much more comfortable than typical bikes.
o What would you do? - Imagine that you go ahead and purchase one of the full suspension bikes. Then what? Honestly assess what you would do to make the purchase worth your time and money. We are not talking about spending just a few hundred dollars here. The nicest suspension bikes will cost in the thousands of dollars. If you can truly see yourself using this bike often, then perhaps it would be a good bike for you.
o Ask a person you trust - If you have never purchased a full suspension bike, ask a friend or neighbor who owns one what they think about theirs. Ask them what they wish they would have checked on before they bought their bike and which features are they finding to be most beneficial. Knowing all of this can help you choose the features that you want.
o Try it out - Definitely try these bikes out for an extended ride before you decide to buy one. Perhaps renting one or borrowing one from a friend and then going for a ride in the mountains can help you come to a decision about whether or not you want the bike.
Remembering to do each of these stages can help reduce the chance that you will look back on your purchase of full suspension mountain bikes with disappointment.
Anne Clarke writes numerous articles for Web sites on gardening, biking, fashion, and home decor. Her background also includes running, yoga, and tattoos. For more of her useful information on mountain biking visit Mountain Bikes.