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What is the best mountain bicycle for me?

I’m 6’2″ with a 35″ inseam. I’m planning on going mtn biking/touring with it. I was thinking of taking it with a BOB trailer and going bicycle camping (like the Continental Divide Trail) at some point… but mostly plan to just do routine mtn biking. In other words, I don’t need a super-great competition bike. I need one for comfort (for long-distance rides) but also able to ride and keep up on regular mtn bike rides.

You’re going to want a hardtail if you’ll be pulling a trailer, and definitely front suspension if you’ll be doing long rides, a longer seat post, with either a high rise stem, or a riser bar, or maybe both, after all comfort is the most important part of the trip, and you don’t want your neck and back to be stiff and sore after a good ride, just your legs. Some semi slick continental tires will do you good also. Rocky Mountain Bicycles are the way to go to get a quality ride, hand built in Canada! check them out at http://www.bikes.com

My Cross Country Mountain Bike & BOB Yak Trailer.MP4

B.O.B. Ibex Trailer $439.99 B.O.B. Ibex Trailer. Take your stuff on the road less traveled with the B.O.B. Ibex bike trailer.

BOB Yak Bike Trailer $329 BOB Gear – Bike Trailers – TR0501 – The YAK trailer carries up to 70 pounds of groceries, laundry, or auto parts (for when your car breaks down). It attaches to virtually any bike’s rear wheel hub, including nonstandard 29er and tandem wheels, creating a low, stable, center of gravity; improved performance; and excellent aerodynamics. YAKs are compatible with full-suspension bikes as well as those that have solid-axle hubs. Yak 28 trailers are for 28 wheels, 29er mountain bikes, and 700c road bikes with full wrap fenders. Santana version designed for 160mm rear spacing of Santana Tandems. Yak Plus models include the BOB Dry Sak. Includes: Quick Release Attachment System Spare attach pin Spider bungee 2 piece safety flag Fender Reflectors Detailed owner’s manual Dry Sak comes standard with the Yak Plus models Attaches quickly and easily to a bike’s rear wheel using the BOB patented QR attachment system Low center of gravity for stability – keeps weight off your bicycle 4130 Chromoly steel tubing construction Tracks rear wheel of bicycle Weight capacity up to 70 lbs. Stainless Steel spokes 16 x 1.75 tires Cargo area measures roughly 25 x 16 x 18 NOTE: Offered as the YAK 28 for 29er mountain bikes and 700c road bikes with full wrap fenders; YAK Santana for the 160mm rear spacing of Santana tandems Like its namesake, the YAK gives you the freedom to take more stuff to more places!

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.

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!

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.

BOB TR0511 IBEX Bicycle Trailer $409 The IBEX bike trailer features an adjustable suspension system providing a minimum of 3 of trailer wheel travel dramatically extending the possibilities for off-road adventures Constructed for strength and durability with quick release rear wheel

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.

Maxxis Crossmark Mountain Bike Tire $41.99 Maxxis Crossmark Mountain Bike Tire. If you’re an XC racer or trail rider who likes to dish it out on hardpack terrain, then this lightweight, fast rolling Maxxis Crossmark Mountain Bike Tire is just what you need to tackle downhills and climbs with confidence.