Hardtail Mountain Bikes
Some hardtail mountain bikes are more hardcore than others. The most capable can be ridden nearly as hard as full-suspension bikes.
The electric Trek Marlin+ gives riders a simple and more affordable eMTB option.
The Transition TransAm hardtail features a slack head angle, 150mm of travel, and a chromoly steel frame.
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The Marin El Roy is a steel hardtail that's designed for rough enduro-style trail riding, with the geo and build kit to back it up.
The Schwinn Axum delivers 29er wheels, a one-by drivetrain, and a dropper post for under $500. We put it to the test for trail rides.
The Devinci Kobain promises to be a capable and affordable hardtail trail bike. We put it to the test.
The Womble is the most aggressive mountain bike in the Moots lineup, with a 140mm fork.
The Schwinn Axum is a 29er with 2.6-inch-wide tires and a one-by drivetrain for under $500.
The Sage Powerline titanium 29er mountain bike features timeless construction with a fairly progressive design that should serve riders for years to come. It's like getting an XC race bike, bikepacking rig, and everyday trail bike in a single package.
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The updated 2022 Santa Cruz Chameleon hardtail mountain bike can be set up 29er or with mixed wheels, and geared or singlespeed.
We look at a fairly comprehensive list of hardcore hardtails to see how their geometry compares to full suspension trail bikes.
The beloved GG Pedalhead steel hardtail is back and better than ever, with updated angles and swappable dropouts.
The new Knolly Tyaughton is a party hardtail with a 150 or 160mm fork, available in steel or titanium.
The Sombrio Shovel looks to be a sweet entry-level mountain bike for new riders or a second steed for folks who want to party on a hardtail occasionally.
Fezzari has a new 24" kids version of their Lone Peak hardtail for young riders that includes geometry and components that will give them a good start, and it all sells for $999.
The Trek Roscoe hardtail trail bike sees big updates for the 2022 model year with new geometry and improved features.
What can you get for $1,299 these days? Well, a lot of things, including a Grand Canyon aluminum hardtail mountain bike from Canyon Bicycles.
Thomson recently announced The Hooch, a limited-edition titanium hardtail mountain bike. We just got one in for test, and here are the specs.
The Schwinn Axum delivers 29er wheels, a one-by drivetrain, and a dropper post for under $500. We put it to the test for trail rides.
