Our mountain bike saddle price guide explains how pricing is affected by the 4 main features, size, material, and design of MTB saddles. We also share popular brands, and what saddle accessories are available.

Are mountain bike vs. road bike chains the same? We look at similarities and differences in design, what type of riding each is used for, how to choose one, and how to use them interchangeably.

We explain your mountain bike front chainring size options by suggesting when to use a smaller or larger one, and how to choose one for your style of riding and for your bicycle’s weight.

Should you add a mountain bike mudguard extension to your bike? We discuss the pros and cons of extensions, when you may need them, how to install them, and even how to make them yourself.

We share exactly how to reduce mountain bike saddle pain including what causes it, how to avoid it, how to treat it, and which saddle features and positions would be best to alleviate saddle pain.

We provide tips for choosing the right mountain bike saddle material by comparing the features and benefits of leather, synthetic, and cotton saddles, and the steps 5 to choose the most comfortable one.

We discuss fixing a mountain bike seat that’s too hard by looking at the features & benefits of hard saddles, what makes them uncomfortable for men and women, solutions, and how to choose a softer saddle.

How do you stop a mountain bike chain rubbing the front derailleur? We answer this question by looking at how a derailleur works, what causes the chain to rub against it, and how to fix this problem.

We take a good look at trekking seats vs. mountain bike seats and how to choose the right one by listing their pros and cons, what they are made of, and how their designs affect riding positions.

We share all you need to know about a mountain bike saddle cushion including what it is made of, why you need it, and selecting extra cushioning – on the saddle, a saddle cover or extra padded clothing.