Wondering if this could handle some general entry level tracks? In terms of geometry and also metal strength?
I am very new to do this and hoping to take this on beginner to intermediate downhill
That isn’t a downhill bike, but there’s nothing stopping it from going down hill. At some point, you will reach the limits of rough terrain the bike can handle. At that point, you’re going to need a bigger bike.
It’s an old bike. V-brakes are obsolete now, as are 26″ wheels. Go and ride it until it breaks, then get something more modern and capable.
AllNeedJesus on
Rimbrakes are quite shit if it get‘s wet, could get pretty nasty in a downhill scenario
TwoTired82 on
That’s a sweet older bike. Not downhill though.
Mookie_Blaylock199 on
Cool bike. Might kill you doing downhill but it looks nice for pottering around
Epiliptik on
Buy a good full face helmet before going downhill with this if you value your teeth.
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What’s your definition of downhill? Lol
That isn’t a downhill bike, but there’s nothing stopping it from going down hill. At some point, you will reach the limits of rough terrain the bike can handle. At that point, you’re going to need a bigger bike.
It’s an old bike. V-brakes are obsolete now, as are 26″ wheels. Go and ride it until it breaks, then get something more modern and capable.
Rimbrakes are quite shit if it get‘s wet, could get pretty nasty in a downhill scenario
That’s a sweet older bike. Not downhill though.
Cool bike. Might kill you doing downhill but it looks nice for pottering around
Buy a good full face helmet before going downhill with this if you value your teeth.