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Understanding Suspension

By REI.

Enter suspension. The idea is pretty basic — isolate you, the rider, from the abuse delivered by everyday riding.

In recent years, technological advances have made suspension light and reliable. Good suspension makes the bike handle better and saves you from wear and tear on your body. Suspension is so good now that even low-end mountain bikes come with a suspended fork. In fact, there are some designs that are light enough even for road bikes!

Is Suspension Right For You?

The answer, in almost all cases, is yes. You'll find your bike corners better and has increased traction and ride characteristics. But to make sure, answer these 4 questions.

Source: REI.com

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