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Cross Country Bikes

Get ready to fly up climbs and rail bermed corners with the speed-focused Cross Country Mountain Bikes covered in this category. These lightweight, nimble racers give you every advantage when vying for segment trophies and new PRs over long distances.

XC bikes skew towards stiffer, more responsive frames with geometry favoring efficient power transfer over slack downhill prowess. Paired with fast-rolling 29″ or 27.5″ wheels, they excel covering ground quickly through rooted, rocky terrain.

Suspension overall trends shorter with priority going to pedaling efficacy over absorbing big hits. But dialed components like lockout forks and dropper posts make most modern XC bikes adept at tackling technical features at speed as well.

Shop our recommended cross country models by trusted brands like Trek, Specialized, Yeti and more. Find race winners that can still double as capable all-around trail companions at an accessible price point. Weight savings shouldn’t mean compromising reliability!

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