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The Shimano's MTB product line of mountain bikes

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  Shimano's current MTB groupsets are classified by name and code from low to high: 1. Tourney 2. Altus : M2000 3. Acera : M3000 4. Alivio : M3100  5. Deore : M4100 / M5100 / M6100 7. SLX :M7100 8. Deore XT : M8100 / M8050 9. XTR : M9100 / M9050 10. Zee : M640 11. Saint : M820 Let's analyze a bit about each of these Groupsets 1. Shimano Tourney Tourney is Shimano's popular line, at first the group was equipped with 1 disc and 6 cassettes, until 2020 shimano will be upgraded to 2 or 3 discs, respectively, with the cassette increasing to 7 or 8. The weight of the group tourney is quite heavy because it is made entirely of steel and plastic. SEE MORE DETAILS ON AMAZON 2. Shimano Altus M2000 Shimano Altus is equipped with 3 front discs and 9 gears (27 speeds). The upgrade of this line is a Shadow Design design with a Lower profile shank to help reduce crash damage when running on trails. SEE MORE DETAILS ON AMAZON 3. Shimano Acera M3000 Shimano Acera belongs to the mid-range li...

The Very Best Exercise Bikes

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The Peloton changed the modern-day exercise bike as we know it. But since it launched in 2012, a whole slew of Wi-Fi-connected SoulCycle-esque bikes have flooded the market. Some will let you join live classes or work out with a virtual personal trainer right from the comfort of your own living room, while others are meant to simply emulate a long bike ride. To help you find the best one for you and your preferred workout intensity, we dug through our archives and pulled out our favorites exercise bikes, as recommended by professional trainers and our own on-staff cycling enthusiasts. What we’re looking for Resistance: Resistance is what makes your indoor-cycling session a challenge, and the resistance mechanism that a bike features will have an impact on its noise level and ease of repair. Magnetic resistance has become more and more popular (and most of the bikes on this list use magnetic resistance); they’re quiet but also generally more expensive than the more mechanical flywheel ...

Buying a Bike on Amazon: Pros and Cons

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Buying a bike on Amazon is a convenient and affordable alternative to buying a bike at a bike shop. Amazon offers a wide range of quality bikes that ship straight to your door. Usually with free shipping and easy returns. They offer convenient assembly options as well. That said, there are some major drawbacks to consider. This guide outlines the pros and cons of buying a bike on Amazon. We’ll cover pricing, quality, reliability, the purchase process, assembly, returns, and more. I’ll also list a few things to look out for when shopping for a bike on Amazon as well as share some bike recommendations. Are Amazon Bikes Any Good? Amazon offers a wide range of bikes including road bikes, mountain bikes, kids bikes, folding bikes, hybrids, and more. Prices range from under $150 to well over $1000. Quality varies widely. Some models offer an excellent value while others aren’t worth buying. In terms of quality, the average Amazon bike is generally below what you would find at a bike shop and...

6 Best Bicycling Accessories on Amazon

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If you’re a cycling fan who loves anything and everything about getting their bicycle on, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve curated a ton of the best cycling accessories available on Amazon and added them to this one, convenient list for you to peruse and enjoy. So, whether you’re seeking out windproof gloves, a rechargeable bike light, or a bicycle pump, we’ve got you covered. Check out our list below. SEE MORE INFO If you’re an avid biker, you probably get sick of having to replace your bike lights everytime they burnout. This isn’t the case with the BLITZU Gator 320 Bike light set. With this set, you’ll never have to buy batteries again. Simply pop off those lights, plug them into a USB charger, and you’re good to go. It only takes about 2 hours to charge your lights fully, and they’ll run for a total amount of 2 hours on their highest setting. Boasting indestructibility, these lights can be featured on the front of your bike, on your taillight, or wherever you think they ...