There's a certain allure to the simplicity and efficiency of a hardtail mountain bike. These tough-as-nails bikes, with their front suspension and rigid rear end (hence the name “hardtail”), offer a ...

An aggressive hardtail bike is one of the more dominant bike models in cycling — the ultimate endurance sport. It was originally designed for those seeking a more challenging ride to test their skill, ...

BIKE Magazine aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. With so many options available when shopping for mountain bikes, ...

Forget the idea of a "one-size-fits-all" mountain bike. The best mountain bikes should weave agility and toughness as you would expect, but most importantly, they should cater to your individual style ...

These days I ride a dual-suspension bike almost exclusively (a Marin), but I still think there s a lot to be said for a hardtail. They re lighter, mechanically more reliable, and, in the lower price ...

Banshee's Paradox V3 frame has been around for a few years now, but I've got one in to build into a long term test bike which I'm planning to try out in a number different guises. Since its launch, ...

While there's no doubt that best hardtail mountain bikes are great options for beginners, they're also a top choice for experienced riders looking for the lightest bike possible or who want to ...

Hardtail mountain bike: Salsa Rangefinder Deore 11 27.5 Budget hardtail mountain bike: REI Co-op Cycles DRT 1.1 Full-suspension mountain bike: Revel Rascal V2 Regardless of whether you huck cliffs, ...