Mountain bike

High school (ages 12+)
Transportation

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/mountain-bike

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the core design philosophy?Enhance durability and performance in rough, unpaved terrain
2. What is the sub-disciplines?Cross-country (XC), Trail, All-Mountain, Enduro, Freeride, Downhill, and various track/slalom types
3. Why do mountain bikes have wide, knobby tires?The wide, knobby tires give extra grip on dirt, mud, and gravel, so the bike can stay on the trail even when it’s slippery.
4. How does a suspension fork help when riding on rough ground?The suspension fork absorbs the bumps and shocks, protecting the rider’s arms and keeping the bike steady on uneven surfaces.

Hydraulic Disc Brakes: Braking system using fluid pressure for powerful and consistent stopping power.
1x Drivetrain: A bicycle gear system with a single chainring at the front and multiple sprockets at the rear.
Geometry: The angles and measurements of a bicycle frame that affect its handling and ride characteristics.
Technical Trail Features (TTF): Obstacles on trails like log piles, rock gardens, and gap jumps designed for advanced riders.