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Mountain cycles

Mountain cycles are designed for off-road riding. Sometimes these cycles are referred to as all-terrain bicycles or ATBs. They are structured to withstand rocky terrain and jumps without the tires being punctured or the rider being jolted too severely.

Most mountain cycles feature wide tires with extra traction so that they can climb more efficiently and are difficult to puncture. For extra leverage while climbing hills, some mountain cycles are also fitted with bar ends on the handlebars.

One of the biggest differences between mountain cycles and bikes designed for the city is the number of gears. Mountain cycles can feature as many as 27 speeds, used according to the various gradations in order to making climbing easier or to steady rapid descent.

Mountain biking is also a sport. And from that sport several subtypes of mountain biking have developed, including cross-country biking, endurance biking, and downhill biking.

 

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