Is the Lightest MTB Frame Always the Best? Rider Comfort, Handling & Fatigue Considerations
Lightweight MTB frames have long been considered key to performance upgrades: faster, more agile, and less strenuous. But the lightest doesn’t necessarily mean the best. True riding performance depends on the balance between frame stiffness, geometry, and comfort. According to OutdoorGearLab data, while carbon fiber frames outperform aluminum alloys in shock absorption and responsiveness, excessive […]
