Fuji Mountain Bikes?

Question

What brand of mountain bikes are better than Fuji for mountain biking?

Answer 1

I really haven't seen any Fuji at the trails, but on a bike shop the manager told me they're pretty good.

If you're searching for a new bike, visit some bike shops. That's a very good thing to do. Every shop will say that their bikes are the absolute, indiscutible best. So, don't take their word on it, but consider the customer service on their part. Do they take their time to ask which type of riding you want to do? Someone can try to sell you an Intense M-3 bike, which, although it's a superb bike, it's a downhill bike and, likely, not the right one for you (see, I haven't asked you any question and I'm already making some assumptions ;) )

Do they offer you several alternatives? Do they seem knowledgeable in riding? How is the service?

On the bikes themselves, try them for fit. They should be confortable. It's kinda hard to explain what you should look for in fit, since everybody likes different setups. But some shops offer a fit session, or at least let you try the bike, may switch some stems to make it fit and you can test ride it. Also, weight might be important, unless you're very big (and strong helps). So weight the bikes, at least by feel. Don't get too fixed in weight, but consider it. But really pay attention to fit.

You might or might not like the saddle. That is something you can buy, or if you see one you like, you might work out something with the shop (they might swap the original saddle for the one you like for less than the asked price), or they might also switch stems or handlebar to help it fit better.

Gee, it seems I've wandered for a while. On regards on brands, I don't really place Fuji someplace in the bike chain... But, I guess it all comes down to how much money you're planning to pay. Bikes might come to lot's of bucks (above 4,000, or even 7,000 if you're not carefull on your budget).

It depends on the budget. I can think on some, but they can go above 2,000.

As to alternatives to Fuji, I think you should look at Kona, Specialized, Cannondale, Giant, Jamis and Marlin.

Above those brands comes the boutique bikes, like Titus, Santa Cruz, Turner, Intense, Moots. Some bikes from the other side of the atlantic, Scott USA, Nicolai, Votex, Ghost, Comencal, and others.

Answer 2

There are a lot of brands of mountain bikes out there, many of which are quite good. You can go to a couple of local specialty bike shops and have a look if you want to see some good ones. Try to visit at least two or three to get a good idea. Also some retailers like REI have their own brands of bikes that are very good. Try to avoid most sporting goods stores or department stores, because they usually sell bikes of a lesser quality.

Here are some good links:
http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyingyourbike/

And some general ratings/list of brands (you can fine tune if you're looking for a different type of bike, I picked a common kind for you):
http://www.mtbr.com/reviews/xc_full_suspension/

Answer 3

Most bikes are manufactured by non company owned sites that manufacture products for many companies, but to the company's specification. Bikes direct manufactures bikes in the same factories as Fuji, but at a fraction of the cost.

Answer 4

I really like diamondback bikes. But it also depends on what your trying to ride. Gravel roads, single tracks, jumps, will depend on what kind of bike you'll need. A good hard tail will start $500 and a full suspension your looking $1,500 and up

Answer 5

Lool for kona bikes I race a kona leroi and I love also try giant, ellsworth, yeti, moots, Klein,

Answer 6

I like my Cannondale

Answer 7

go for KHS, Trek, and Specialized