Downhill bike

This article is about Downhill bikes themselves. For the associated activity, see Downhill cycling.
A Giant Faith 2 downhill mountain bike with 6.5 inches of travel in the front and 8 inches in the rear.
Racing a downhill bike at Horseshoe Valley In Ontario

A downhill bike (also known as a downhill mountain bike) is a full suspension bicycle designed for downhill cycling on particularly steep, technical trails. Unlike a typical mountain bike, durability and stability are the most important design features, compared to lighter, more versatile cross-country bikes. Downhill bikes are primarily intended for high-speed descent, and downhill riders will usually shove, or shuttle via chairlifts or motorized vehicles, to the trailhead.[1] Downhill bikes share similarities with freeride bikes due to their large strong frames and increased travel.[1]

  1. ^ a b Philip Foster (Jul 21, 2011). "What is the difference between a downhill bike and a freeride bike?". LiveStrong. Retrieved 2012-07-13. The downhill mountain bike is equipped with a heavier frame.