When you begin mountain biking, having the right bike and making sure it is the right size for you is critical to making your ride more enjoyable. If the bike is too small and you are cramped in you could injure yourself and truthfully not want to stick with riding. I mean lets be honest here, if you are trying to get yourself in shape and climb all those hills, you need to be as comfortable as you can be, right?
Do yourself and your joints a favor, get properly fitted to your bike. Have a professional make sure that the bike is the right height, that the handle bars are the right height and the seat is properly adjusted. This will make a world of difference when you are out on the trails. Trust me, this isn’t just a sales pitch for the bike shop to make some money. Oh and too…. spring for the padded shorts… you’ll be glad you did!
