Kent Trail Machine Men’s Dual Suspension Mountain Bike
Product Description
The Men’s 26-Inch Kent Trail Machine Mountain Bike has an aluminum slingshot frame and is equipped with both front and rear suspension to absorb shock and offer a smoother ride. The bike features 21-speed Shimano gearing and an aluminum fork crown. It has an alloy quick release seat pin, as well as alloy V brakes, rims, and A stem head. About Kent Bicycles A family-owned company, Kent’s history dates back to the early 1900s when the current President’s grandfather immigrated to the United States and got a job working for the owner of a bike shop in New York. During the process of restoring old bike frames, a love for cycling was born. In 1909, he opened his own bike shop on the Lower East Side of the city. This small bike shop led to a larger store in New Jersey where his father developed his own passion for the business. In 1947 he was inspired to start his own company, Philkam Cycle, supplying bikes and parts to stores all over the Eastern part of the United States. In 1958, the company changed its name to Kent International and has been supplying Kent products to fun-loving parents and their children across the nation ever since. Assembly of the Bike: This bike comes mostly assembled. Minor assembly is required before the bike can be used. Amazon.com Bicycle Buying GuideFinding the Right Bike To really enjoy cycling, it’s important to find a bicycle that works for you. Here are some things to keep in mind when you’re in the market for a new bike: The Right Ride In general, bikes are broken down into three major categories:Road and Racing Bikes–As a general rule, road and racing are built for speed and longer distances on paved surfaces. Thinner tires, lightweight 29-inch (700c) wheels and drop bars that allow for a more aerodynamic position are the norm. Most road bikes, regardless of price, offer many gears for tackling both hilly and flat terrain. Mountain Bikes–With their larger tires, hill-friendly gearing and uprig (more…)
