Women's mountain bikes: varieties and tips for choosing

Bicycles for women are no different in terms of technical equipment from men. The main difference is the design of the frame, which takes into account the anatomical features of the body of beautiful ladies. Today, sporting goods stores offer a wide variety of bike models: amateur, semi-professional, professional. Each woman will be able to choose for herself what she needs, both in terms of price and in terms of equipment.

For many, a bicycle is not just entertainment on weekends or a practical thing for driving around the city, but a truly "war horse" and even the meaning of their whole life.

Let's take a look at the 10 most popular bike bikes.

Created especially for the fair sex and is considered one of the best models. The practical and lightweight frame is available in 5 sizes, making this mountain bike suitable for girls of all sizes. The installed air-oil fork makes it possible to adjust to any weight.

It stands out against the background of other mountain bike models with its typically “feminine” frame geometry with a strongly sloped top tube, further emphasizing the femininity of the design. Nice design, reliability, cross-country ability and speed are its main advantages. A nice bonus is a good package bundle. A significant drawback is the weight of almost 15 kg.

This bike is perfect for a beginner.The sophisticated equipment installed on the hardtail makes it possible for even an inexperienced driver to feel like a real rider and get a lot of positive from the ride. The complete set of the bike is designed for young ladies with a small body weight.

One of the inexpensive and very practical cross-country models for hiking in rugged and mountainous terrain. The advantage is the convenience of adjusting the spring rate of the fork using a lever. One movement is enough for the bike to easily adapt to the type of road (bumpy path or smooth asphalt). With this ability to operate the unit in any conditions, it becomes easy to drive.

Mountain bikes for women of this Czech company have occupied one of the leading positions in the bicycle market for 20 years.... They have established themselves as one of the highest quality and most affordable. These models are not designed for extreme travel and sports races. Ideal for the beginner cyclist... The unusual geometry of the lower tube of the frame provides additional reliability and a comfortable fit.

Its main feature is a thoughtful front shock absorber with a soft air-oil fork.... This feature allows you to customize the fork for non-standard rider shapes. This nuance provides the ability to adjust the compression and return speeds, adjust the spring rate and full blocking. An additional plus - the weight of the bike is 12.5 kg.

The premium model belongs to the group of sports-amateur upgrades and is highly valued by short girls for its strength and maneuverability. The complete set is especially pleasing: a set of speeds - 24 options, a solid threadless frame, a soft fork with adjustable spring rate and travel lock.

The middle ground between budget mountain bikes and expensive sports bikes. Main advantages: relatively low weight (about 13 kg), light and rigid frame made of aluminum alloy, 30 speed options. Accessories (fenders, trunk, bottle holder) can be easily selected.

A real find for experienced riders. It combines excellent ride quality, advanced attachments and excellent handling. The reinforced aluminum frame is capable of withstanding any stress. The saddle is designed for daily rides. The bike was created for those who truly appreciate active sports.

Belongs to the professional class of bikes. Suitable for extreme girls. With such a bike, not only mountains will be conquered, but also the first places in sports competitions. Its distinguishing feature not only stylish design, but also advanced equipment: lightweight aluminum frame, 20-speed transmission, comfort seat, disc brake hydraulics. A significant disadvantage is the high price.

A bicycle is a purely individual thing and the choice should be taken seriously. The main thing is to take into account your own preferences, physiological characteristics and technical characteristics of the bike. This is the only way you can purchase a convenient transport that will be comfortable to travel on.

Consider the following parameters when choosing a bike.

The choice of a mountain bike is influenced by the height and weight according to the dimensions of the frame. Bicycle manufacturers draw up their size grid for a specific model. There is roughly a standard table:

• 150-165 cm - S;
• 156-170 cm - M;
• 167-178 cm - M;
• 172-180 cm - L;
• 178-185 cm - L.

If in doubt about the size, you can calculate it yourself. It is necessary to measure the length from the groin to the feet in centimeters and multiply by a factor of 0.57.

When choosing, consider some other features:

• bikes with a small frame are suitable for full and elderly;
• speed lovers should choose a model with a larger frame;
• girls who love tricks, give preference to a low frame.

When buying a mountain bike, do not take a model with less height parameters, but too large will be inconvenient.

Ask the seller what material the unit is made of. Most often, manufacturers use aluminum and titanium alloys. Alloy steel and carbon fiber products are also on sale. Such models are lighter in weight, but also more expensive.

If you need a price-performance ratio, then pay attention to structures made of chromium and molybdenum. Such models have proven themselves only from the best side. With a relatively low weight, they perfectly withstand heavy loads.

If possible, try cycling a bit. Sitting in the saddle, you should feel comfortable and not slouch, and the pedals should spin smoothly, without difficulty. Only in this way the shoulders, back and lower back will not get tired of walking.

The height of the saddle must be the right one for your height. When riding, your legs will be straightened at the bottom of the pedals and will not get tired and sore in the knees.

A bike made from quality materials cannot be cheap. Pay attention to the middle price segment. If you're on a budget, skip some of the accessories.

Do not skimp on technical equipment, as shock absorbers, brakes, tires, suspension are not only responsible for the safety of the passenger, but also affect the service life of the vehicle.

Each manufacturer, creating a bicycle model, tries to endow it with all the necessary advantages - so that the quality does not suffer, and it is possible to buy. The most affordable are products of domestic and Asian firms. Europeans and Americans are overly pruning, so their products are less popular in our country.

A large Russian manufacturer of bicycles and components, operating since 1996. Since 2015, the company has confidently begun to conquer the European bicycle market. The products are of impeccable quality.

The world leader in the production of bicycles, combining an affordable price with high-quality technological characteristics at the same time. Mountain bikes are in special demand, which are characterized by an increased level of cross-country ability on hilly terrain and excellent performance characteristics.

The company was founded in 1993, in its work focuses on the joint work of engineers and leading cyclists who test bicycles. The entire range has an attractive design, improved chassis, suspension and responsive brakes. The main plus is the different price category.

A leading manufacturer of branded bikes around the world. Today, all the largest production facilities are owned by this company. The main difference from other manufacturers is that the company has the ability to create bicycles of the highest quality segment at an acceptable cost, opening new horizons for cyclists for riding.

How to choose a women's bike, see below.