Best Mountain Bikes Under 1000

We all know that if you want a great bike, you’ll usually have to pay quite a bit of money for it – especially if you want a mountain bike. Because if you want a bike that will really perform well for you on the trails, it’s going to have to have quite a bit of technology on it. However, it is possible to find a good mountain bike for less than $1000, you just have to be creative.

Here is a list of some the best mountain bikes I've found under $1000.

Diamondback Recoil Full Suspension Mountain Bike

The lightweight four inch aluminum frame combined with double walled tires make this bike a great choice to use on rugged terrain. Because it is a cross country bike, it features only eight speeds, which is perfect for cross country riding.

The best feature of the Diamondback Recoil Full Suspension bike is probably its suspension fork, which offers an amazing 75 millimeters of travel, so that you can ride in even the roughest of conditions.

Cannondale Trail SL2

This bike comes in two colors: blue and black. The geometry of this bike is built for racing, so that you can perform and ride your best every time you get on it. The aluminum frame on this bike makes it relatively light and easy to handle. Probably the best feature of the Cannondale Trail SL2 is the micro suspension that allows for shock absorption while still letting your seat and gears stay perfectly still – so that bumps in the road can never get you down when you’re on this bike. The pedals on this bike are a V platform with steel cages, so that they won’t break easily on rough terrain.

Diamondback Outlook 2011

The Diamondback Outlook 2011 has a suspension fork that allows for 50 millimeters of travel – which is great if you’re looking to ride on rough terrain. It also features a stylish, aluminum frame that should hold up on any trail that you take this bike on. The gears control both the front and back wheels, making it easier for you to find exactly the right comfort level to ride at.

The rims on the Diamondback Outlook 2011 are double tunnel alloy rims, so that your wheels can hold up while riding over rocks, logs, and whatever else the trail throws your way.

Titan Prime Front Suspension Mountain Bike

The Titan Prime Front Suspension Mountain Bike features a lightweight alloy frame with a gas shock on the front wheel, so that you can take your bike almost anywhere. The drivetrain has 21 gears, which can be changed through a click-shift system, allowing you to ride however you want to, wherever you want to. The seat post is quick release, so that you don’t have to get out your tools every time you want to adjust your seat, which is a great feature for long rides. The wheels on the Titan Prime Front Suspension Mountain Bike are double walled, so that they will hold up in almost any situation.

Huffy Moire Mountain Bike

This bike has 26 inch rims and comes in two colors: charcoal and black. It features a suspension fork shock absorber that is perfect for hitting the trails hard. The padded seat that provides comfort on long rides also has a bumper, which helps you to be even more comfortable even when you’re riding down the roughest terrains.

The handlebars feature Huffy’s most comfortably designed grips yet, making it easy for you to hold on tight on whatever trail you’re on.

Schwinn High Timber Front Suspension

Schwinn has always been a great bicycle company, and they certainly don’t fail to deliver with the Schwinn High Timber Front Suspension mountain bike. The steel frame on this stylish bike is sure to hold up on the roughest terrain you can handle.

And the drivetrain on this bike features 21 speeds, so that you can always find a comfortable speed at which to ride. The seat on this bike is a Schwinn Quality saddle, giving you more comfort than the average bike when you hit the trails.

GMC Topkick Mountain Bike

This bike is designed to be tough, just like the rides you want to take it on. With a 21-speed drivetrain, you’ll be able to ride every trail exactly how you want to. The lightweight yet strong aluminum frame on this bike combine with floating beam suspension technology to give you the best in shock absorption.

The GMC Topkick also features front and rear disc brakes, so that you can stop smoothly anywhere, anytime, no matter how fast you’re going.

Mongoose Status Mountain Bike

This bike features 26” rims and knobby tires, preparing you for anything when you’re out on the trail. The drivetrain has an astounding 24 speeds, so that you can go any speed you want between 0 and 60 miles per hour.

There are also disc brakes and an adjustable seat on the Mongoose Status Mountain Bike, which is tough enough for anywhere you want to take it.

Pacific Chromium Dual Suspension Mountain Bike

The dual suspension is probably the best feature of the Pacific Chromium, giving you maximum comfort in any situation. The steel suspension frame is rugged, ready to perform well in any circumstance, and the 18-speed drivetrain lets you shift easily and appropriately.

The steel linear pull brakes also make the Pacific Chromium a great bike, allowing you to stop quickly at any moment.

Pacific Cycle Stratus Mountain Bike

The steel frame and geometry on the Pacific Cycle Stratus Mountain Bike give you all the control you need, and the steel brakes and steel wheels complement these features perfectly.

The 15 speeds of the drivetrain will let you ride any way you want to, and the torque shifters make it easy to change gears anywhere, anytime.