Best entry-level gravel bikes at a glance: Best for getting out and riding: Orro Terra X GRX400 - £1,199.99, Merlin Cycles Best for a quality all-rounder: Ribble Gravel SL Sport - £2,599, Ribble ...

Some of the bike’s stock parts (like the entry-level Tektro hydraulic brakes and non-lock-on grips) are lackluster. And the MicroShift drivetrain, while functional, isn’t super flashy.

Hardtail mountain bike: Salsa Rangefinder Deore 11 27.5 Budget hardtail mountain bike: REI Co-op Cycles DRT 1.1 Full-suspension mountain bike: Revel Rascal V2 Regardless of whether you huck cliffs ...

Right now, it’s available in black and a powered grayish-blue color in all sizes from XS through XL. Co-Op Cycles DRT 1.1 Mountain Bike in Pirate Black, $478 (was $600) at REI Get It ...

There are some great entry-level mountain bikes out there. If you aren't sure what sort of riding you'll like to do or how quickly you will progress, go with an entry-level full suspension bike.

An enduro mountain bike with 160mm of travel in the front and back, excellent grip, and a balanced feel (whether you’re going up or down), the Orbea Wild is one of the easiest to ride mountain ...

Yes, if he is looking for an entry level bike, $900 even won't cut it. $400 or so is the budget, so that is where we will discuss bikes at, not a raceable rig that you get for $900.<BR><BR>First ...