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How to Buy a Mountain Bike

Mountain bikes can be expensive. Here are a few things you should consider before buying one.

 

 
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Brake for Optimum Performance on a Mountain Bike
To prolong your and your bike's longevity, learn to use your brakes properly.
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Avoid Bicycle Theft
Nothing can ruin your day faster than finding that thieves have made off with your loyal two-wheeled friend. Here are some steps you can take to keep that from happening.
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Maintain a High Energy Level While Mountain Biking
There's nothing worse than running out of gas in the middle of a mountain bike ride. Fortunately, there are many ways to ensure your tank stays full.
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Do a Wheelie on a Mountain Bike
Generally speaking, this is one of the most time-consuming and difficult moves out there," says Hans. "Some guys, even in the World Cup race, cannot ride a good wheelie. But you'll see kids riding them because they put the time into it.
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Do a Statue of Liberty on a Mountain Bike
This is a difficult but fun freestyle trick that leaves you upright with your arm outstretched. "It's not a particularly practical move on your daily ride; it's more to show off in front of your local 7-Eleven," says renowned mountain biker Hans Rey.
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How to Set Up Your Mountain Bike for Cross-Country Racing
Many mountain bikes are race-ready right from the showroom floor. Whether your bike is brand-new or not, these tips will help get your mountain bike into cross-country race shape.
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How to Ride a Mountain Bike With Toe Clips
Adding toe clips to your mountain bike is a cheap way to maximize pedal efficiency. Use toe clips to push down and pull up on the pedals for greater locomotion.
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How to Avoid Chain Suck on Your Bike
"Chain suck" occurs when a bicycle chain fails to release from the bottom of the chain ring. This usually happens when shifting into the small ring, and can break your chain, bend your chain rings, trash your frame and otherwise ruin a ride. Here are some ways to avoid the dreaded chain suck.
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