mountain bikes

Rugged terrain bicycles

Mountain bikes are bicycles designed for off-road riding on rough terrain like dirt trails, rocky paths, and steep hills.

They feature sturdy frames, wide knobby tires for traction, suspension systems to absorb shocks, and powerful brakes for controlling descents.

The term works as both noun and verb: riders mountain bike through forests and mountains, and the activity itself is called mountain biking.

We rented mountain bikes to explore the trails.

She's been mountain biking since college.

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