Mountain bike terminology can be confusing at times, and it can seem like it has its own language. What does it mean, for example, for your suspension to 'bottom out', and what are 'braking bumps'? What exactly are the differences between the different types of mountain bikes? What are the different styles of riding such as cross-country mountain biking, trail mountain biking, and gravity mountain biking? And there are plenty of weird technical terms to get your head around too.
Here at Bike Perfect, we believe that mountain biking should be accessible to everyone. That's why we've created this list of mountain bike terminology – an A to Z of words and terms that you might hear at the bike shop or trailhead. Whether you're a beginner mountain biker or an expert, everyone has something new to learn.
