10 best 29" mountain bikes

A very strange bike. It turned out to be quite easy. At least when compared to other inexpensive mountain bikes. However, a steel frame is used here. This is explained by the fact that the manufacturer abandoned the soft fork.It was the lack of depreciation that made it possible to achieve a small weight. Also, the creators decided not to install a front derailleur. As a result, the owner is waiting for only 9 speeds.

If we talk about the brakes, they do not cause any particular complaints. They are disk, so stopping will not take much time. And the presence of conventional cables allows you not to think about maintenance. As for the wheels, they are located on double aluminum rims. Their diameter is 29 inches.

A very popular bike. But this is the case when the purchase is made solely because of the affordable price. Indeed, it is now difficult to find a cheaper mountain bike, which would have wheels with a diameter of 29 inches. But you need to understand that in order to reduce the cost, the Russian manufacturer had to go to serious restrictions. For example, instead of an aluminum frame, he used steel. This resulted in an increase in weight of 3-4 kg. You will also have to use albeit disc, but mechanical brakes. However, this will even please someone, because hydraulics need to be serviced regularly.

Other than that, it's a typical mountain bike.The tires here are on double rims, so it’s quite difficult to achieve the appearance of the “eight”. Three frame sizes allow you to choose a vehicle for a person with any height. And 21 speeds is their optimal number, especially if you are going to use the bike only in the city.

This bike requires not only final assembly, but also the purchase of some additional equipment. In particular, pedals will not be found in the box. However, this is a common practice for such expensive models. Much more important is the fact that the bike turned out to be extremely light. And its cables are reliably protected from dirt and rain.

The main feature of this model is the front fork. It is made using spring-oil technology. It can be adjusted and completely blocked. Softness move — can not but rejoice. Nothing bad can be said about the tires created by Schwalbe. And Shimano brakes actuate almost instantly. Another buyer is waiting for 24 speeds. And it is felt that the manufacturer saved only on the switches - they can be attributed to the walking type.

A very nice copy. Such a bike should suit everyone who is engaged in the conquest of off-road areas. For this purpose, the vehicle is equipped with 29-inch wheels, the tires of which have an aggressive tread. Hands will definitely not beat off, since the bike received a fork with a fairly large stroke. And when the need arises to stop, Shimano brakes come into play.

This model is not the best choice for long bike rides. The fact is that for a long movement on asphalt, you will have to change tires. And you may not have enough speed. Yes, it uses a sports rear derailleur (in this case, it's a Shimano Deore RD-M5120). However, there is no front at all! However, 11 speeds are enough in the city. It remains to add that the bike frame can be 17, 19 and 20.5 inches.

One of the most beautiful bikes in our selection. You can choose any of the four color options - it will definitely turn out to be good-looking! Attachments should also please. Every year it gets better and better. This time the manufacturer's choice fell on Shimano M315, 36/22, 175mm cranks. The same Japanese company also created the rear derailleur. It offers 8 speeds. Alas, but the front will have to be bought separately. However, even without it, moving around the city does not cause any problems, especially if it is not built on hilly terrain.

The diameter of the wheels installed here is 29 inches. This allows you to enjoy a great ride. Contribute to this and high-quality bushings. And if you need to stop, Tekro HD-M275 hydraulic disc brakes are used. An instant decrease in speed also occurs due to wide tires with a large contact patch.

This model stands out from the competition with its 40 cm frame. It is made of aluminum alloy, so its weight turned out to be relatively small. But what surprises me the most is its size.It allows, with 29-inch wheels, even a person of small stature to fit in the saddle.

Many buyers will be pleased with attachments. It cannot be called extremely expensive, but it is also difficult to attribute it to the walking class. In particular, Shimano derailleurs are used here, providing 21 speeds. This is quite enough when moving around the city. The mountain bike also included Shimano BR-MT200 disc brakes. Nothing bad to say about the double rims either. And so that the hands do not feel all sorts of potholes, the vehicle received a spring-elastomeric fork with a stroke of 100 mm. It does not need to be maintained, while it provides decent cushioning.

Bicycles distributed under the FORWARD brand are in stable demand. That is why the manufacturer is not afraid to release a large number of color versions. What can I say, Apache 29 3.2 Disc even exists with several frame sizes. As a result, a person with almost any height will be able to pick up a bike for himself. Even despite the fact that wheels are used here, the diameter of which reaches a considerable 29 inches.

The design of this vehicle involves a spring-elastomer fork with a fairly considerable power reserve. The frame is made of aluminium, as are the wheel rims. As a result, the manufacturer has one of the lightest niners. On such a bike you can accelerate to a very high speed. Therefore, it had to be equipped with expensive hydraulic brakes. Please the buyer should and 21 speed.

Real mountain bike. It is felt that this model is sharpened for overcoming steep and unexpected descents. In particular, the SR Suntour Raidon RLR soft fork contributes to this. The 29-inch wheels, which are equipped with Continental and Maxxis tires, also help in this matter. Their double rim is also made of aluminum. Shimano hydraulic disc brakes provide instant stopping power.

It should be noted that this model is not intended for conquering long distances. Even despite the presence of huge wheels. The fact is that there is only a rear derailleur. But it corresponds to the semi-professional class! To be more precise, this is a 12-speed Shimano Deore 6100.However, no one forbids the buyer to conjure and install the front derailleur on his own (it is possible that you will also have to replace the chain). In short, this is the best choice for those who ride cross-country. Only the price can scare a potential buyer.

A popular niner, ready to withstand even a 130-kilogram load. Mainly imprisoned for cross-country - overcoming descents on complete impassability. However, 27 speeds make it clear that such a bike does not fail even before an ordinary road. The low weight of the vehicle also contributes to a comfortable ride over long distances.

If the wheels have a diameter of 29 inches, then stopping them is not as easy as it seems. That is why most often these bikes are equipped with disc brakes, which are also equipped with a hydraulic system. Merida Big.Nine 60-3x is no exception to the rule. And the Niner also received a sports spring-oil fork with a very large stroke. As expected, it can be blocked and even adjusted. As for the frame, it comes in five different sizes. However, only two of them are mainly supplied to Russia. You should not count on a large color variety.

This bike performs well both on asphalt and on country roads. It is equipped with two switches, so the buyer will have 24 speeds available. But it should be remembered that this equipment belongs to the walking type, so you should not hope for instant switching. But the manufacturer became generous with sports brakes. They work instantly, allowing you to stop as quickly as possible.

Since the roads outside the city are rarely smooth, the creators of the bike supplied their creation with a spring-elastomer fork. Her move can be called optimal. I am glad that the stiffness of the spring is adjustable. Of course, such a bike would not interfere with the rear suspension. However, niners are almost never equipped with it.