What is mountain biking?
Q: What is mountain biking?
A: Mountain biking is the sport of riding bicycles off-road, usually over rough terrain.
Q: What type of bike is used for mountain biking?
A: Mountain bikes are specially designed to be stronger and hold up in rough terrain. They are similar to other bikes but have features that make them better suited for off-road riding.
Q: What are the different categories of mountain biking?
A: The different categories include cross country, trail riding, all mountain (also referred to as "Enduro"), downhill, freeride and dirt jumping. However, the majority of mountain biking falls into the categories of trail and cross country riding styles.
Q: What skills does a rider need for mountain biking?
A: A rider needs endurance, core strength and balance as well as bike handling skills and self-reliance. Advanced riders take on steep technical descents and high incline climbs.
Q: Where can you do mountain biking?
A: You can do it almost anywhere from a back yard to a gravel road but most people ride off-road trails.
Q: How should brakes be used on a mountain bike?
A: Brakes should be used carefully when going downhill on a mountain bike since it's easy to lose control in rough terrain.
Q: Are there gears available on a mountain bike?
A: Yes, there are several gears available on a mountain bike which can help with navigating through rough terrain.
