What are DH bikes good for?
The equipment. The best downhill mountain bikes are the most aggressive types available, designed to tackle the toughest terrain at high speeds. For this reason, they feature large amounts of suspension travel, usually around 200mm both in the front and rear.
What does DH mean in bikes?
Downhill mountain biking (DH) is a genre of mountain biking practiced on steep, rough terrain that often features jumps, drops, rock gardens and other obstacles.
Are DH bikes good for jumps?
DH bikes or Freeride style bikes don’t work as well in dirt jump sets because the suspension takes all your energy away between jumps if its not set up right. On longer jumps or on an a-line style trail you’ll be stoked on a big bike.
What is the fastest DH bike?
Austrian downhill rider Max Stöckl broke the world speed record for stock mountain bikes on gravel, in the Atacama desert of Chile, reaching an incredible top speed of over 167 km/h (104 miles per hour).
Do I really need a DH bike?
Downhill bikes are designed purely for descending. They don’t have to make any compromises for climbing like a trail or enduro bike. DH bikes can give you more confidence in steep and rough terrain, on big jumps and drops, and they are often more forgiving.
Can a downhill bike be used for cross country?
Yes, you can, but it takes a little more effort since the downhill bike is heavier but it can work as a dual-purpose mountain bike. The weight works against you going uphill but going downhill it can be an advantage. In fact, some riders prefer to use downhill bikes for cross country riding.
Do you really need a DH bike?
Can you ride a downhill bike on trails?
Riding a heavier downhill bike on hills and trails is tough because it wasn’t built for it. It takes a lot out of you, but it can be done. The best bet is to pick up an enduro bike and you can do all of the downhill and XC trails you want and enjoy it the whole time.