Mountain Bike
Is a Cruiser Bike or a mountain bike best for daily exercise?
I am not a professional cyclist. Myself and my neighbor are purchasing bikes just to ride around the neighborhood every evening for exercise. I like the style of a cruiser, and have always wanted one but am used to a more mountain bike type and like the idea of more than one speed and handle breaks. I found a cruiser at Walmart that has 7 speeds and handle breaks but I also found a nice Next mountain bike. My neighbor already has the Next kind and she loves it. What should I do? I’m torn between the two bikes.
Based on what you say you want to use it for, I think a hybrid is the best kind of bike for you. Hybrids look similar to mountain bikes (similar riding position), but have slightly skinnier tires, which means less rolling resistance on roads. They can be used for trails as well (depending on the model), but really are best for around town and fitness rides.
If you do plan to ride non-paved trails regularly, then the mountain bikes is probably right for you.
I see no real reason to go for the cruiser.
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Kenda Nevegal 29 x 2.20 Mtb Tire John Tomac signature series + FREE crankskins $49.99 |
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FSA MAXIMUS Bash Guard 32/22 Cranks Crankset 165MM 165 MTB DH BLACK ISIS $44.50 |
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New KREX Nanometer Teflon coated shifter inner cable for Road/MTB, Black $8.00 |
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FSA MAXIMUS BASH GUARD 32/22 CRANKS CRANKSET 170MM 170 MTB DH BLACK ISIS $59.50 |
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PZ Racing A1XB Mtb Flat Carbon Handlebar 31.8mm 580 MM $88.00 |
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Sr suntour mag 32 mtb front shocks with qr15 axle $29.00 |
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Free Agent Platform Bike Pedals Bmx MTB 9/16 Black New $14.99 |
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FSA MAXIMUS BASH GUARD 32/22 CRANKS CRANKSET 175MM 175 MTB DH BLACK ISIS $59.50 |
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Mtb Shimano REVOSHIFT.LEFTSIDE FOR 3 SPEED.LOW TO HIGH. $15.00 |
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” TI BOLT ” TOKEN Mtb Road SEATPOST QR CLAMP 31.8MM 25G $34.95 |
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MRP Mountain Bike Chain Guide outer plate, Never been used $10.00 |
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New UNO STEM 31.8 x 90 mm MTB ROAD BIKE $21.86 |
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Wellgo WR-1 MTB Platform Pedals Black $27.87 |
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New! UNO STEM 31.8mm x 80L MTB ROAD BIKE 115g $26.23 |
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BIKE Controltech COMP-BE Carbon Mtb Handlebar Bar End $61.19 |
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WELLGO MOUNTAIN Bike Bicycle PEDAL CLIPS WHITE $0.88 |
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NEW GATORBRAKE Mtb Brake SHOES 72mm V-Brake – 2 pair $18.55 |
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2 MAXXIS K2 OVERDRIVE ELITE 26×1.75 Mtb Tires $94.80 |
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2 MAXXIS K2 OVERDRIVE ELITE 26×1.5 MTB Tires $94.80 |
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KMC X9 9 Speed Road/MOUNTAIN Bike Chain Lavender 116L $65.80 |
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KMC X9 9 SPEED Road/MOUNTAIN Bike Chain RED 116L 11/128 $65.80 |
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TREKKING/MTB/HYBRID/Comfort Bicycle Bike Handlebar BAR $11.87 |
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MOSSO 26″ MTB Aluminium Rigid Straight Blade Fork Disc Brake Only White $44.99 |
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MOUNTAIN Bike Mtb ALLOY 30mm RISER Bar Handlebar 31.8mm $4.87 |
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MOSSO MTB Aluminium Rigid Straight Blade Fork Black $39.99 |
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NEW! ZEIT V-Brake & Disk Pads MTB / 2 PCS / Blue FINISH $33.66 |
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NEW! ZEIT V-Brake & Disk Pads MTB / 2 PCS / RED FINISH $33.66 |
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New! UNO STEM 31.8mm x 60L MTB ROAD BIKE 91g $26.23 |
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TRUVATIV GXP CERAMIC Bottom Bracket RED MTB/ROAD (English threads) $150.05 |
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TRUVATIV GXP TEAM BOTTOM BRACKET GREY MTB/ROAD (English threads) $36.33 |
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VP MOUNTAIN Bike Pedals 9/16 $17.87 |
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WELLGO MOUNTAIN BIKE Bicycle Pedal CLIPS $0.88 |
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mountain Bike Seat post 30.0 mm $5.00 |
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WELLGO WR-1 WR1 SUPERLITE ROAD/Mtb Bike Pedal Set $29.87 |
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MOSSO Cycling MTB Aluminium Rigid Straight Fork White $39.99 |
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SpeedPark Titanium QR MTB Wheel Skewers 44g – Gold $36.10 |
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MOSSO MTB Aluminium Rigid Straight Blade Fork White $39.99 |
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TREKKING/MTB/HYBRID/COMFORT Bicycle Bike HANDLEBAR BAR $11.87 |
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WELLGO MOUNTAIN BIKE BICYCLE PEDAL CLIPS WHITE $0.88 |
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BICYCLE CHAINRING CW375 44T Chrome Bmx Cruiser Lowrider MTB COMFORT BIKES $12.99 |
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Hope Space Doctor for Mountain Bike MTB Headset – Gld $21.99 |
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MOSSO MTB Aluminium Rigid Straight Blade Fork Black $39.99 |
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MOUNTAIN/ROAD BIKE Seat Post CLAMP 31.8 CARBON 19g $0.99 |
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Wellgo QRD-M138 (WK79) MTB Bike Pedals 373g – White $37.95 |
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Wellgo QRD-M138 (WK79) MTB Bike Pedals 373g – Black $37.95 |
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Wellgo QRD-M138 (WK79) MTB Bike Pedals 373g – Red $37.95 |
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Wellgo QRD-M138 (WK79) MTB Bike Pedals 373g – Titanium $37.95 |
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WELLGO WPD-M17C CLIPLESS/FLAT PLATFORM MTB Spd Pedals $44.36 |
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AR10 Black Mountain & Road & Bmx Bicycle Bike Pedals $9.99 |
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NEW AN06 WHITE Mountain & BMX Bicycle Bike Pedals $19.99 |
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MTB Handle Bar.RITCHEY Black Alloy MTB HANDLE BAR. $24.99 |
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New WELLGO MG-1 MG1 Magnesium BMX / Mtb Pedals – Gold $26.87 |
Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Mountain Bike Mechanically Sound
Taking care of your full suspension or hardtail mountain bike can be very simple and it will also help increase its mechanical life. Below is a maintenance guide that should be considered after every ride in order to help you keep your mountain bike mechanically sound. Once you perform this maintenance plan and become familiar with the process it should take you no more then 20 minutes to complete. Let’s get started:
Steps:
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Remove all of the accessories (lights, bells, etc) on the top of the handlebars.
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Turn the bike upside down so you can remove the wheels and inspect the drive train.
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Carefully remove the front and rear wheels to give you more room to work on the bike.
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Clean the drive train (derailleurs, chain, and crank) with a brush and soapy water. Also use a wet soapy rag on the chain and Rear Derailleur. Try to do your best to clean all moving parts.
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After you clean your Bike Parts make sure you dry them thoroughly with a towel so they do not rust.
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Wash the underside, frame and Front Fork, of the bike and make sure all moving parts are free of debris.
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Wash your front and rear wheels by cleaning the rim, spokes and cassette. Then put the wheels back on the bike.
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After you put each wheel back on the bike spin them to make sure the wheels are true and also that they do not rub on the brake components. If the wheels are not true and or rubbing on the brake components make the necessary adjustments.
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After your chain is back in place turn the pedals to check the drive train. Make sure the bike pedals smooth. If you hear any strange noises coming from your wheel bearings investigate further.
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Turn your bike over so it is right side up and wash the top. Do not forget to dry the bike thoroughly.
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Test your front and rear brakes and make any necessary adjustments.
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If applicable inspect your front and rear shocks. Make sure they are in good working order.
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Thoroughly lubricate you drive train (chain, cassettes, crank and derailleur) with the recommended oil. Apply oil while moving the pedals in both directions to make sure the components are appropriately lubed.
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Finally reattach any of the accessories that you removed in step one.
The steps listed above will help you keep your bike in good working order and also help you prepare for your next ride. If any mechanical malfunction is noticed during the process make sure it is addressed. Your local bike shop, which sells mountain bikes for sale and bike parts, will be able to help replace a component if additional help is needed.
See you on the trail
About the Author
Experience with full suspension and hardtail mountain bikes, bike parts and organizing race events for mountain biking.
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