How to Buy Discount Mountain Bikes Online

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Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

1. Determine your price range. Even discount mountain bikes can range from around $150 to more than $700. Look for bikes online within your price range only.

2. Decide what bike style will fit your needs. Manufacturers design bikes to perform best in specific terrains. When thinking about your needs, determine whether you participate in cross-country races, all mountain cruising or smooth trail riding. Each activity requires a different style of bike.

3. Choose a full-suspension (front and rear) bike for better control and comfort. It is the preferred type of mountain bike for endurance racing.

4. Opt for a hardtail mountain bike if you enjoy dirt jumping or ride mostly on smooth terrain. The benefits of a hardtail bike are that it is lighter, less expensive and requires minimal maintenance.

5. Read mountain bike reviews before making your final selection. Mtbr.com is a good place to find reviews.

6. Find discount mountain bikes online at Shop72.com; this online company carries a wide selection of mountain bikes such as the Alloy and Steel Series, as well as mountain bikes with 20" and 26" tire. Shop72.com offers free ground shipping, and orders ship within two business days by FedEx ground services. All bikes carry a 30-day money back guarantee-no questions asked. Item Number M90 is one of the company's most sought-after mountain bikes, and it costs only $161.99.

7. Consider BikesDirect.com when you're shopping online for discount mountain bikes. Some bikes are up to 60 percent off the listed price. The price includes shipping fees to most states.

Tips & Warnings

• The best time to buy a discount mountain bike online is in the fall or winter when sales are down, as the peak buying season for mountain bikes is from spring to summer.

• You save some money if you purchase the previous year's model, provided that it suits your needs.

Resources

• Shop72.com
• BikesDrect.com
• Mtbr.com