Invaluable Buyers Guide (What Mountain Bike)

Member Name: davomrmac

Product:	What Mountain Bike
Date:	08/11/08 (54 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Great layout, great advice

Disadvantages: None

Having always been interested in mountain biking, I had not been on a bike for around four years. My son is not biking, so I wanted to get a new bike to accompany him. Things have changed so quickly, with lots of new technology, so I wanted to buy a good magazine to guide my purchase.

I bought two, MBUK and this 'What Mountain Bike' magazine. This one was a lot better purchase for those needing guidance. The whole magazine is set out pretty similar to MBUK. Lots of articles about the writers rides, individual product reviews and the latest bikes are tested.

What sets this magazine apart from the rest is the section toward the back. The 'Buyer's Guide' has sections for best full suspension, short travel full suspension, lightweight hardtail, all at various price-points. There are 21 sections in total and they really help a lot with buying decisions. Each section also contains a 'Need to know' box, with some pointers on what to look out for, or what to expect for your money.

If you are looking at buying a new bike, invest £3.99 in this magazine first. It'll probably save you that amount anyway and is an enjoyable read too.

Summary: If you are buying a new bike, buy this first