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Hardtail mountain bikes can seem intimidating at first. Without full suspension, you will feel all the bumps on the trail, which can be both challenging and uncomfortable. But there are benefits to riding hardtail mountain bikes in Vancouver that you should not pass up on. Here are some of the reasons why you should give it a try It turns you into a better rider Because you are not relying so much on the suspension system, you are on your own when it comes to controlling the bike and its impact on you. You learn a lot of skills you might otherwise be unable to figure out on a regular bike with full suspension gear. It’s lighter Since it only comes with one suspension, it doesn’t weigh as much as a regular mountain bike. This can be good for people who are struggling to carry their bikes uphill. You just might find those uphill climbs easier to do. It’s cheaper and easier to maintain There are fewer parts to wear out, which is why it is cheaper. It is...

With only a front suspension system, hardtail mountain bikes will ride quite differently from your regular mountain bike. Because it rides differently, many people, even experienced bikers make mistakes. These are some of the most common mistakes riders make:  Riding stiffly  Hardtail mountain bikes in Vancouver are harder to ride because of the unbalanced suspension system. As a result, many riders tend to be too rigid when using these bikes. They tend to fight the flow of the hardtail bike to deflect some of the bumps. But if you are going to ride hardtail, you need to embrace everything and that includes absorbing all those bumps. Try loosening up. Lower your saddle so you can move around quite easily and follow the movement of your bike.  Locking up the brakes  Try to feather your brakes. A hard brake can cut your balance. It won’t work anyway especially when taking those sharp turns. Find those small pockets of grip. Once you find them, t...