You want a bike that responds quickly, safely, and intuitively. That’s why blue and orange mountain bike, top and bottom tubes have complex profiles – for precise control and effortless acceleration.
- Part 1: Introduction to the Framework
- Part 2: Precautions for Bike Selection
- Part 3: Price Selection Considerations
- Part 4: Frequently Asked Questions
- Part 5: Summary
Part 1: Introduction to the Framework
Blue and orange mountain bikes are perfect for touring and sports riding. With a wide range of size choices, there’s something for everyone.
Blue and Orange Mountain Bikes
Blue and orange mountain bikes let you focus on the ride, not just the equipment itself. Easy-to-use Shimano derailleurs make it easy to find the right gear for any trail. The added comfort and control of the Suntour suspension fork ensures you’re always in control, wherever your curiosity takes you.
At the same time, powerful Tektro disc brakes and traction-free Schwalbe tires mean you’re always safe to stop, no matter the weather. The frame is made from 6061 aluminium, using our advanced mechanical forming process. This ensures a lightweight, comfortable and durable construction. Internally routed cables ensure smooth shifting with less maintenance, and Agile Ride geometry means confident nimble handling.
Easy-to-use Shimano derailleurs make it easy to find the right gear for any trail, and powerful Tektro disc brakes and traction-free Schwalbe tires mean you can always stop safely, no matter the weather.
Experience in Aluminium Frame Design
Years of experience in aluminium frame design shows in every detail. The Aim Pro may be affordable, but it’s certainly not cheap. We took 6061 Advanced Mechanical Forming aluminium as our starting point, from which we constructed the head tube and top tube. They are both stiff and light. So the Aim Pro responds quickly and precisely – whether you’re pedalling hard, turning, or braking. We’ve also added internal cable routing (for long-lasting smooth shifting and improved looks), a rack mount (for versatility), and a sleek rear disc brake calliper mount. Together with the Agile Ride geometry, this creates a safe, manoeuvrable, and great design.
On a blue and orange mountain bike, your focus should be on the ride. Easy-to-use Shimano derailleurs make it easy to find the right gear for any route. At the same time, powerful Tektro disc brakes and grippy Schwalbe tires mean you can always stop safely, whatever the weather. The added comfort and control of the Suntour suspension fork ensures that you are always in control, wherever your curiosity takes you.
The Agile Ride geometry means confident and agile handling. It’s guaranteed to be lightweight, comfortable, and durable. Internally routed cables ensure smooth shifting with minor servicing and maintenance.
Advanced Mechanical Forming
Using this technology, you can mechanically alter the shape of the frame tubes and optimize them to your specific requirements without unnecessary material consumption during welding. Multiple machined lines allow you to produce lighter, stiffer frames.
Agile Ride Geometry
To ensure all the benefits of Agile Ride Geometry are realized even on challenging terrain. These include a lower top tube, a more compact frame design, and a revised cross-section height. This places the bike’s centre of gravity slightly lower. The result is Agile Trail Geometry – more freedom, control, and fun!
Integrated Cable Routing
Internal cable routing has many advantages. Cables and wires are protected from dirt for longer life. Precious grams are saved because there is no need for additional mounts outside the frame. It has a positive effect on the bike’s look, which gives a sleeker and more slender look than any other blue orange Mtb.
Frame Safe System
Frame System with a replaceable derailleur hook to protect your best aluminium frame from frequent damage. The mounting thread is now in the clip, not in the frame as with the standard mount. If the pin is damaged, it can easily be replaced with a new one.
Easy Mount Kickstand
The unique shape of the kickstand mount in the rear triangle allows for a large footprint with only one mounting screw. The overall design is rigid, allowing the bike to stand steadily even when the rack or panniers are loaded.
Aluminium Lite
Aluminium 6061 has to be heat treated. It is a very rigid, corrosion, and fatigue resistant material that can be stretched and is ideal for producing light and rigid tubes for frames.
Wet Paint Surface
Your logos and graphics are applied to polished, brushed aluminium and all HPC frames using multiple layers of wet paint. We use this technology mainly to save some weight.
Highest-performance race designs. That’s because whether you’re a professional athlete racing for a podium position or a casual rider looking for a bike for weekend getaways, you need a frame that responds quickly, safely, and intuitively.
Composite upper and lower tubes made with Advanced Mechanical Forming technology from 6061 aluminium create a lightweight, stiff spine for precise control and effortless acceleration. Our Agile Ride geometry gives you a ride that you need, but you get the best of both worlds when you want. Hidden rack and fender mounts make the transition from the daily commute to long-distance escapades quick and easy, and internally routed cables ensure reliable shifting and sleekness. It’s all part of the attention to detail that makes our aluminium hardtails an attractive combination of comfort, liveliness, and practicality.
Part 2: Precautions for Bike Selection
Your blue and orange MTB adventure or riding on the road will begin by looking for the thrill of tackling the wilderness and riding off-road; it’s good to know what to look for when it comes to finding the right mountain bike.
1. Get the Right One
Frame size is important. But don’t rely on the listed size-while many companies are moving to small-medium. Large instead of increasingly inaccurate numbers (seat tubes shrink even as frames get longer), there’s no standard idea of what constitutes a large, for example. One brand’s size may equate to another brand’s medium.
Instead, you’ll want to be sure your bike is right for you. Look for (and compare) measurements of reach (distance from the saddle to handlebars) and stack (distance from the centre of the crank to centre tube), and don’t be afraid to ride longer than you would on a road bike. The long front triangle puts the axle further forward, allowing you to weigh it down (for grip) without the risk of going straight over the handlebars on the first bump. It also helps with climbing by keeping the front wheel in place.
Just don’t go so long that there’s no pass. You only need a few inches. A short seat tube gives you good crossover and the most room to manoeuvre, but make sure you can still get full pedalling height without overextending the Seatpost. Note that 29ers have a higher front end. The riding position can be significantly improved with alternative bridges, handlebars, and seat posts.
2. Choose Your Wheel Size
The diameters are set at a leisurely, binary choice of 27.5 inches (650b, aggressive trail, and downhill) or 29 inches (XC and track). But Plus sizes with wide rims and the recent trend toward 29-inch downhill wheels muddy the waters.
While strong, stiff, and lightweight (light) 29ers will undoubtedly become more common in the next few years – along with the right tires and frames – for now, the choice remains essentially the same: prefer more giant rims for the big miles or smaller, sturdier trail smashers. Plus, sizes can pay off on hardtails, but they’re sensitive to tire pressure, and there’s some question as to whether they’ll arrive.
3. Choose Hardtail or Full-suss
The rear shock, bearings, linkage, and additional manufacturing complications of a full suspension all cost money. As a result, you’ll probably get better parts spec on a hardtail than a full-suss bike for the same price. You’ll have less maintenance and fewer things that can go wrong.
On the other hand, complete suss bikes are now more advanced than ever, so the pros may still outweigh the cons. There’s no need to dismiss either, but forget about having to “learn” on a hardtail before buying a “big bike” – that’s a myth. It’s a preference.
4. Don’t Worry about Weight
Weight is significant, but off-road strength is marginally more substantial. Flimsy is no place when random rocks, roots, and ruts can grab you from all sides – steering accuracy, cornering, and confidence suffer, reducing speed. Better to carry a few extra pounds and keep your bike out of the hedge. And also outside the garage.
5. Beware of Flashy Trinkets
Don’t be fooled by a nice rear mech (derailleur): these are often upgraded to help sell the bike. A high-quality mech is essential, but so are the cranks and shifters – even the discs aren’t too far behind. Keep in mind that lower-spec components are heavier, more primitive, and not worth paying for premium, so consider your plan for future upgrades. FSA offers a variety of high-quality MTB components.
6. Choose Suspension Quality over Quantity
Check the fork and shock reviews (full suss) of the bike you’re looking at, and use the manufacturer’s website to get accurate models. Keep in mind that OE (original equipment) units may have different (often lower) specifications than similar-looking aftermarket units. Quality damping and a decent air spring will do far more for you than any extra travel.
7. Look for a Future-proof Design
Check current/popular diameters and wheelbases, as well as rudders, bottom bracket, and even Seatpost diameters – you’ll struggle to get the increasingly popular adjustable Seatpost (for changing saddle height on the fly) in the minor diameter. Internal routing of “stealth” droppers is also desirable. However, what you gain in the appearance of internal brake lines/hoses you may lose in noise and ease of maintenance.
8. Save Some Budget
You’ll benefit from a dedicated trail helmet with more coverage, more substantial construction, and a decent visor. You may also want a backpack and goggles to fend off flying crud. There are also sticky shoes for flat pedals, mountain bike shoes, corks, and clipless pedals.
You may also want new tires to match your terrain, or simply because OE tires may use harder, cheaper compounds and heavier steel beads than their aftermarket counterparts. You can also tune your derailleurs and almost certainly adjust the shape and size of your cockpit.
On the other hand, these all still count as upgrades to your bike!
Bike Safety and What to do in an Emergency
Mountain biking is a potentially dangerous activity that carries significant risks. It should only be undertaken to understand all the inherent risks fully. These guidelines should always be used with your own experience, intuition, and careful judgment.
Always make sure to:
- Have a proper bike and wear appropriate protective clothing for the duration of your ride.
- Cycle within your capabilities.
- Don’t rely on others; can you get home safely?
- Watch out for other visitors, walkers, and horses.
- Routes may change due to tree felling or other forestry work. This work can be dangerous, so always follow warning signs, instructions, and detours.
- If a vehicle is loading wood, wait for the driver to let you pass.
- Expect the unexpected.
- Motorcycles and ATVs are not allowed on bike trails.
- In an emergency, call 911. When you are safe, inform your local forestry centre by phone.
Part 3: Price Selection Considerations
A good mountain bike will cost between $400 and $800, but there are many ways to save even more money on a quality bike.
While you can easily spend thousands on some of the newer mountain bikes, there are plenty of great options within a reasonable budget. Even so, to fully enjoy the pleasure of riding, it’s a good idea to save at least $1000 (even more depending on your needs) and then consider what model you like.
Part 4: Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an expensive mountain bike to ride well?
The answer is yes; if you have the proper budget, buying an expensive mountain bike is worthwhile. More expensive mountain bikes are lighter and have much more reliable components. A high-end mountain bike will have great suspension and super sharp brakes if you need to brake fast.
what is a reasonable price for a beginner mountain bike?
At a minimum, we recommend buying hardtail bikes for no less than $1,500 and complete suspension bikes for $2,000 to $2,500. You can undoubtedly purchase bikes for less, especially if you get away from well-known brands or are willing to buy inferior parts.
What makes mountain bikes expensive?
Mountain bikes are expensive because of high-quality components and technology; some MTB bikes cost up to $13,000. For a safe ride, you need the right bike parts that are durable and can withstand impacts. Therefore, you may wonder how mountain bikes have become so expensive?
What is the best MTB bike brand?
Mountain bike brands and some of the products earned them this position.
- Specialized
- Trek
- Giant
- Cannondale
- Santa Cruz
- Canyon Bicycles
- Yeti Cycles
- Pivot
Part 5: Summary
Choosing a good bike can be a severe challenge. The search for what bike to select will seem especially difficult for a person who doesn’t remarkably follow current trends and isn’t familiar with the technical side of things. In that case, a blue and orange mountain bike is an excellent idea to familiarize yourself with what types of bikes are and what kind of bike fits your style. When making the final model and size, it is worth relying on the advice of a specialist bicycle store and service. This will help you decide what bike to buy to fit your individual needs and budget.
