Hardtail
The first dilemma that confronts every prospective mountain bike buyer is whether to choose a model with a suspension system for both wheels or one which features suspension only on the front forks. Hardtail bikes...Read More
The first dilemma that confronts every prospective mountain bike buyer is whether to choose a...Read More
The first dilemma that confronts every prospective mountain bike buyer is whether to choose a model with a suspension system for both wheels or one which features suspension only on the front forks. Hardtail bikes - those which feature only front suspension - tend to cheaper and lighter than full suspension models.
HARDTAIL MOUNTAIN BIKE
On a hardtail, pedal power is transferred to the back wheel more efficiently, resulting in quicker acceleration and allowing you to sustain a higher speed with less effort. However, once the terrain becomes more technical and bumpy, the performance of a hardtail starts to suffer. This is particularly noticeable on downhill trails, where hardtail riders have to rely more on their legs to cushion the ride.
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