Tips to Improve Comfort on Bike Rides

There’s no thrill like riding your MTB through new terrain, especially at this time of year. Whether you’re heading into the local woods, or embarking on a long trail, your bike ride will be much more enjoyable if you’re feeling comfortable. If you’re in the process of planning a trip, don’t let discomfort get in your way – there are lots of ways to alter your bike and its components to ensure that your ride is as comfortable as it can be. Follow our tips below to upgrade your bike and improve your riding experience. Set Up Your Suspension Suspension is a key element to comfort on mountain bike rides – if your components are not set up correctly, comfort, performance and efficiency can all be affected. To prevent this, check your bike’s fork seals for any signs of damage, and replace worn components if necessary. Our stock of Enduro fork seals at BETD are suitable for a range of MTB types, which can help to keep suspension loose for a comfortable riding experience. Adjust Handlebar Height & Width Often overlooked in terms of bike adjustments, handlebar height and width can have a huge impact on the comfort of your bike rides. The key thing to remember when adjusting your bars, is to ensure a good bend in your elbows whilst in the attack riding position. Additionally, skinnier bars will allow better navigation through narrow gaps, whereas wider handlebars are designed for improved handling. Check Gears & Chain Rings On rough terrain, there is nothing more frustrating than bike gears not fulfilling their role. When running a 1x system, ensure your teeth are not worn which can cause chain drop. Our Middleburn chainrings are built for superior strength and durability, and are designed to improve your rides across different terrains. Contact Us To enquire about any of our bike components, including chain rings, enduro bearings, and derailleur hangers, simply contact our team of cycling experts today via our website.