Is transition a good bike brand?

Progressive geometry, sophisticate suspension, sturdy construction, good looks and reliability are the hallmarks of all Transition bikes. Transition have always been good at designing the sort of bikes that no other company really does.

Is downhill bike good for road?

They are good for jumps, cross country, and road riding. They are usually lighter and more efficient for pedaling which means that they are better on roads than some other kinds of mountain bikes.

How much is a transition spur?

These range in price from $2,999 for the frame + shock to $4,999 for the GX build, $5,999 for X01, and $8,999 for the high-end AXS build.

Is a heavier bike better for downhill?

All things being equal the heavier rider has the advantage of faster acceleration. After braking his speed will pick up more easily. He will also have the advantage of a greater inertia at the same speed, which means he decelerates more slowly.

Where are transition bikes built?

Based in Bellingham, Washington, Transition Bikes has been producing some of the best riding bikes in the game for a number of years.

Who owns Transitionbikes?

For Transition Bikes owners Kevin Menard and Kyle Young, they didn’t just want to escape their 9-5 corporate grind, they felt the necessity to fill a void in the most important market in the bike industry: their own.

Are mountain bikes OK for street riding?

The quick and simple answer is: Yes, you can ride your mountain bike on the street. Mountain bikes are primarily designed for bike trails, and won’t perform nearly as well when ridden on the road, but you can definitely do it.

Should I pedal downhill?

The bottom line for pacing has to do with an old adage, which says that if you’re riding on a fast portion of a course (downhill), ride easy – but if you’re riding on a slow portion of a course (uphill), ride hard. So when riding fast on a downhill, don’t expend as much energy as when riding uphill.

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What is a Downcountry bike?

In short, downcountry bikes are lightweight XC-style frames with added travel, trail-friendly geometry and wider, nobbly tyres. The result? Bikes that will cover ground extremely fast but still let you charge down descents.

Why do heavier cyclists go faster downhill?

Heavier riders can descend faster than light riders because heavier riders don’t have significantly more volume/surface area than their lighter counterparts, despite possibly major differences in weight.

Is 16kg heavy for a mountain bike?

16kg or 35lbs would be on the heavy end of a good full suspension mountain bike. It would be a few pounds heavy for a good hardtail mountain bike.

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