Areas of application for mountain bikes
Mountain biking is a combination of various disciplines. For every area of application, there is a specific bike that is optimally suited to the particular terrain. The transitions between categories often overlap.
These days, those who want to fully savour the pleasures of mountain biking can no longer get by with just one bike. Of course, one bike is sufficient if you are seeking challenges in one discipline only. Bike rental is provided so you can sample other ranges of application on your MTB holiday in Ischgl. This way, you can continue to reflect on which mountain bike you simply can no longer do without.
All-mountain & tours.
Bikes for tour riders prove their talent in different terrains. Uphill & downhill, on-road & off-road – all-mountain bikes are suitable for various needs. They make transalpine and multiple day tours just as feasible as simpler single trails. Reliability and comfort are this bike’s key characteristics.
- Weight: Approx. 12 – 15 kg
- Spring system: Full suspension is rapidly replacing hardtail
- Spring travel: Approx. 100 – 140 mm
- Upright sitting position
Race, cross-country & marathon
The competitive application of this bike is clearly visible in its design. Less weight is more important than comfort. Naturally, specialisations in certain race variations are in order. Cross-country bikes are designed for uphill routes. Marathon bikes are somewhat more comfortable.
- Weight: Approx. 9 – 12 kg
- Spring system: Hardtail & full suspension
- Spring travel: Approx. 80 – 100 mm
- Elongated sitting position
Freeride & Enduro
Freeride bikes were created for use in difficult terrain. Sturdy layout, wide tires and long spring travel systems ensure that the rider can trust the material in any situation. Long, steep climbs are less important than single trails in all variations, even with various obstacles.
- Weight: Approx. 12 – 20 kg
- Spring system: Always full suspension
- Spring travel: Approx. 150 – 200 mm
- Sitting position shifted slightly to the back
Downhill
Downhill bikes were designed for riding downhill. The material is made to handle extreme strain. High jumps and the most difficult terrains are no problem thanks to hydraulic disc brakes and the most stable spring system there is. The heavy weight is not an issue since downhill bikers almost exclusively cover climbs with the cable car.
- Weight: Approx. 18 – 22 kg
- Spring system: Always full suspension
- Spring travel: Approx. 160 – 250 mm
- Short, compact sitting position
In Ischgl, you can try out all of these areas of application at your whim. A tour with a stunning panoramic view one day, infinite freerides the next – you choose the programme. Mountain bike hotels in Ischgl can be booked online here.
