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What brand has the best downhill mountain bikes?

I’ve done some downhill mountain biking on some trails in Colorado and absolutely love it. I live in Indiana though. I want to get into the sport more and was wondering what would be a good bike to buy. Or what a good brand would be to check out, what brands to stay away from?

Intense has some pretty sweet dh bikes

Verdugo Mountain Biking Downhill

Adidas Hematoma Mountain Bike Shoes $59.99 Adidas Hematoma Mountain Bike Shoes. These sturdy Mountain Bike shoes built for extreme off-road or downhill riding have a dirt-worthy secret. They’re actually comfortable!

2010 GT Force 3.0 Mountain Bike $1299 2010 GT Force 3.0 Mountain Bike. A full suspension mountain bike for the whole mountain… including those parts you never thought were ride-able. The Force 3.0 inherits the best aspects of downhill bikes, and adds mountain goat-like climbing finesse. The 150mm travel Fox Float R Shock and Shimano Deore components ensure a smooth, dependable and super fun ride.

2011 Breezer Thunder Comp Mountain Bike $799 2011 Breezer Thunder Comp Mountain Bike. Half-day epic climbs. Off-camber corners at full-tilt. Screaming downhill launchfests. No matter what thrills you, the Breezer Thunder Comp mountain bike will take you to the edge and back just as fast as you dare. Its stiff, responsive ride and precise handling inspire the confidence you need to push that old envelope just a tiny bit further every time you climb aboard.

2010 Breezer Thunder Comp Mountain Bike $1499 2010 Breezer Thunder Comp Mountain Bike. Half-day epic climbs. Off-camber corners at full-tilt. Screaming downhill launchfests. No matter what thrills you, the Breezer Thunder Comp mountain bike will take you to the edge and back just as fast as you dare. Its stiff, responsive ride and precise handling inspire the confidence you need to push that old envelope just a tiny bit further every time you climb aboard.

Diadora Women’s X-Trail 2 Mountain Bike Shoes $184.99 Diadora Women’s X-Trail 2 Mountain Bike Shoes. For downhill grip, uphill traction and exceptional power transfer, look no further than the X-Trail women’s mountain bike shoes. Mountain Bike Nylon sole with Duratech rubber tread, exclusive Multiped system, anatomic design and tons of high-tech features make easy work of the toughest rides.

Crank Brothers 5050 2 Mountain Bike Platform Pedals $79.99 Crank Brothers 5050 2 Mountain Bike Platform Pedals. Those pedal engineers at Crank Brothers have really been cranking up out some great new designs for 2011. Like the new 5050 2 downhill/freeride platform pedals, for instance. Replacing the 5050 X and 5050 XX pedals (which were great pedals in their own rights), the 5050 2s we’re designed from the ground up to deliver the performance and rugged dependability the gravity crowd demands. They feature svelte aluminum and polycarbonate bodies for lightweight strength, inner bushings and outer cartridge bearings for smooth performance and adjustable 10mm traction pins so you can customize the grip to suit your soles and riding style.

Lizard Skins Peaty Lock-On Grips $27.99 Lizard Skins Peaty Lock-On Grips. Named after the professional downhill racer Steve Peat, these aggressive mountain bike grips are perfect for any size hand!

Keen Springwater Mountain Bike Shoes $99.99 Keen Springwater Mountain Bike Shoes. Get comfortable performance ON and OFF the bike in these Mountain Bike shoes from Keen.

Ritchey Comp Mountain Bike Seatpost $49.99 Ritchey Comp Mountain Bike Seatpost. This mountain bike seatpost is lightweight and extremely functional!

Adidas Berm Mountain Bike Shoes $29.99 Adidas Berm Mountain Bike Shoes. These Mountain Bike shoes offer flat pedal performance and style.

Shimano SH-MT31 Mountain Bike Shoes $29.99 Shimano SH-MT31 Mountain Bike Shoes. These mountain bike shoes are designed for a wide range of riding styles such as commuting, touring or casual off-road cycling.

Continental Traffic Mountain Bike Tire $39.99 Continental Traffic Mountain Bike Tire. Cruise through traffic on the road OR ride with confidence on the trail, thanks to this smooth and comfortable Mountain Bike tire.

Shimano SH-MT60 Mountain Bike Shoes $99.99 Shimano SH-MT60 Mountain Bike Shoes. On-road commute or off-road escapade, these Mountain Bike shoes handle any cycling adventure you put in their path.

Shimano SH-M086L Mountain Bike Shoes $89.99 Shimano SH-M086L Mountain Bike Shoes. Whatever your off-road cycling pleasure, these Shimano Mountain Bike shoes will keep you comfortable through and through.

Fort Traverse Mountain Bike Shoes $39.99 Fort Traverse Mountain Bike Shoes. Urban style meets rugged good looks in these Mountain Bike shoes built for road, trail or indoor cycling.

Panaracer Rampage 29er Mountain Bike Tire $34.99 Panaracer Rampage 29er Mountain Bike Tire. If there’s dirt, the Panaracer Rampage 29er Mountain Bike Tire will go berserk!

Sidi Giau Mountain Bike Shoes $99.99 Sidi Giau Mountain Bike Shoes. Perfect for Mountain Bike club riders, amateurs or casual racers, these mud-shedding, mountain bike shoes go the distance in training and racing. Molded heel cup, padded tongue with fit relievers and three Velcro straps for a power-enhancing fit.

Geax Street Runner Mountain Bike Tire $22.99 Geax Street Runner Mountain Bike Tire. Run the streets on your mountain bike with the Geax Street Runner Bike Tire, also great for the trainer.

Shimano SH-M161G Mountain Bike Shoes $139.99 Shimano SH-M161G Mountain Bike Shoes. If you’re serious about trail riding, then you need Mountain Bike shoes with an uncompromising fit for stability, resilience and power. And that’s just what you’ll get with these competitive, off-road performers.

Fort Dartmoor Mountain Bike Tire $19.99 Fort Dartmoor Mountain Bike Tire. With the Fort Dartmoor Mountain Bike Tire you can dart down the trail with greater speed and cornering confidence than ever before!

Fort Carve Mountain Bike Pedals $44.99 Fort Carve Mountain Bike Pedals. Carve your way through the trails with this rugged mountain bike pedal! a href=/images/performance/web/PDFs/50-3160 Forte Carve Pedal_INST.pdf target=_blankClick for Instruction Manual/a

Fort CM220 Mountain Bike Shoes $49.99 Fort CM220 Mountain Bike Shoes. Lightweight, traction-hungry and ready for the trail. These dual-strap CM220 mountain bike shoes are equipped with all the high-end features you need without the high-end price tag.

Lake MX235C Mountain Bike Shoes $139.99 Lake MX235C Mountain Bike Shoes. Boasting a lightweight carbon sole, full-grain leather upper and rubber tread with Mudstuds, the MX235C Mountain Bike shoes are perfectly equipped for cross-country riding.

Continental Mountain King Mountain Bike Tire $49.99 Continental Mountain King Mountain Bike Tire. Ready for cross-country races, marathons, tours and mountainous trail weekends, the all-around Continental Mountain King Mountain Bike Tire is the perfect pick for your next extreme ride!

Adidas Marathon Mountain Bike Shoes $34.99 Adidas Marathon Mountain Bike Shoes. This mountain shoe will let you test your endurance on your next epic trail ride.

Chris King Mountain Bike Bottom Bracket $134.99 Chris King Mountain Bike Bottom Bracket. Ready to take on the most challenging conditions you can deliver on the mountain bike, the Chris King bottom bracket with external cups bring unparalleled quality to the Mountain Bike world!

2010 Mavic Pulse Mountain Bike Shoes $59.99 2010 Mavic Pulse Mountain Bike Shoes. Is your finger on the pulse of all the local mountain bike races? Then these race-ready Mountain Bike shoes are exactly what you need to get started.

Sidi Sierra Mountain Bike Shoes $99.99 Sidi Sierra Mountain Bike Shoes. Perfect for cruisin’ down the trail or pedaling around town, the Sierra Mountain Bike shoes are a favorite of mountain bike enthusiasts. Three Velcro straps, shaped heel cup and higher volume last give you a great fit. Fiberglass-reinforced sole with mud shedding tread provides excellent traction on or off the bike.

Keen Women’s Coronado Cruiser Mountain Bike Shoes $79.99 Keen Women’s Coronado Cruiser Mountain Bike Shoes. Relaxed women’s cycling shoes for summer cruisin’ that are comfortable on the bike and off.

Keen Coronado Cruiser Mountain Bike Shoes $79.99 Keen Coronado Cruiser Mountain Bike Shoes. A relaxed, summer cycling shoe made for cruising that’s comfortable on the bike and off.

Panaracer Fire XC Wire Mountain Bike Tire $24.99 Panaracer Fire XC Wire Mountain Bike Tire. A great deal on a mountain bike tire with the high-traction open knob Fire XC tread design!

Louis Garneau Montana XT Mountain Bike Shoes $99.99 Louis Garneau Montana XT Mountain Bike Shoes. The technical features in these tough Mountain Bike shoes keep you comfortable the whole ride through.

Aztec Teflon Mountain Bike Brake Cables/Housing $24.99 Aztec Teflon Mountain Bike Brake Cables/Housing. Smoother, friction-free braking is now a reality, thanks to these Mountain Bike brake cables designed by Aztec!

Aztec Teflon Mountain Bike Brake Inner Wire $5.99 Aztec Teflon Mountain Bike Brake Inner Wire. Get smoother braking control with this Mountain Bike inner brake wire from Aztec!

Ascent Aluminum Mountain Bike Frame $149.99 Ascent Aluminum Mountain Bike Frame. The Ascent double-butted aluminum mountain bike frame is one of our top sellers — and for good reason. Several, actually. It’s durable. It’s lightweight. And it’s an incredible value in a quality-made double-butted frame.