Notes When Buying a Mountain Bike

There are several things that are to be considered when buying a mountain bike.
To the uninitiated, mountain bikes appear the same. High riding position, horizontal handle bars, wider tires, sturdier frames. There are however several variables to a mountain bike. While they may look basically the same, the components and the general build will determine the terrain that it will be best suited to. There are so many variables and small alteration in mountain bike configuration but the general rule is that first you will have to determine the kind of riding that you intend to do.
1 Will the mountain bike be used in riding smooth trails?
2 Is the bike to be used in cross country cruising?
3 Do you enjoy the back woods and mountain cruising?
4 Are you thrilled most at the challenge of rocky trails?
5 Or do you look forward to the adrenaline rush of rugged downhill riding?