MOUNTAIN BIKES – split into three broad categories here: basic hard-tail / general run-around bikes, lightweight cross-country bikes, and downhill / freeride bikes.
·Basic hard-tail / general run-around mountain bikes make good “street bikes” and are great for people who tend to treat their bikes roughly. They also make pretty good leisure bikes for less demanding off-road conditions. Prices from about £300.
·Lightweight cross-country bikes are aimed more at mountain bike enthusiasts – which, in Oxford, means people who are prepared to travel to find good off-road rides. There are some very impressive bikes on the market, with price tags to match – typically, from about £500 for hard-tail mountain bikes and about £1000 up for decent full suspension XC bikes.
·Downhill / freeride bikes. Available to order. |  |
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