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Top 10 mountain bikes and BMX’s on a budget

10 best value mountain bikes and BMXs on the marketWant a good sturdy mountain bike or BMX that won't break the bank? Look no further. We've done the leg work so you don't have to. Here's WideWorld's top ten.
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The All Rounder

Mountaineer – Ammaco – £139.99

This is ideal for anyone looking for a good value mountain bike. Complete with Shimano gears – the Sony of the gear world – lightweight frame and funky black and silver colour scheme, this bike is not only a high quality offering but a fashion accessory as well.

Specification

  • Alloy hardtail frame
  • Zoom front suspension fork
  • 18-speed Shimano gears
  • Shimano ez-fire gear levers
  • Alloy v type brakes / alloy levers
  • Lightweight alloy wheel rims

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The Specialist Sizzler

Assos – Salcano – £199.99

The Assos Salcano’s biggest selling point is its wheels. They are very strong and hard-wearing. Fitted with the highest quality Shimano brakes at the front and complete with alloy hubs, rims cranks and pedals, this is the bike for the more experienced rider looking for something more substantial than a standard mountain bike.

Specification

  • Mega oversize aluminium frame with zoom 386 suspension forks
  • 24 speed shimano altus gears with rapid fire levers
  • Alloy “v” type brakes (rear)
  • Shimano disc brake (front)
  • Zoom alloy micro adjust seat post with q/r
  • Alloy cranks, pedals and hubs

The Steel Stallion

Silver Streak – Professional – £99.99

This bike is one of the best value bikes on the market but not designed for uphill cycling due to the bike’s steel frame. For those looking at general day-to-day cycling and a basic bike with alloy rims, this one’s for you.

Specification

  • Zoom 327 Suspension Forks
  • Shimano 18sp Index Gears
  • Micro Shift Grip Changers
  • Steel Seat Post with Soft Sports Seat
  • Alloy Rims

The Shimano Special

Matterhorn – Ammaco – £129.99

If Shimano gears are an absolute must then the Matterhorn is a great buy. The micro shift grip changers are an added bonus, ensuring that gear changing is quick and easy so that you can maintain acceleration.

Specification

  • Front suspension fork
  • 18-speed Shimano Gears
  • Alloy v type brakes / alloy levers
  • Lightweight alloy wheel rims

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The Secondary Shimano

Blue Lagoon – Professional – £129.99

This is Professional’s version of the Ammaco’ Matterhorn. Once again, it’s biggest selling point is the Shimano gears. It really boils down to which make you prefer, as there is very little to distinguish between these two models. Ammaco is generally more popular though.

Specification

  • Hi-tensile steel frame
  • Zoom front suspension fork
  • 18-speed full shimano gear set
  • Shimano revoshift gear levers
  • V type brakes front and rear

The Off Roader

Trier – Hawk – £119.99

This is the ideal bike for those wanting to enjoy the off-road experience. Complete with dual suspension, it’s perfect either on the dirt track or racing through the woods.

Specification

  • Y frame design with rear suspension
  • Zoom front suspension fork
  • 18 speed shimano gears
  • Twist grip index gear levers
  • V type brakes front and rear
  • Lightweight alloy wheel rims

The Nightrider

Savage – Ammaco – £139.99

This is the coolest BMX on the market, and designed for those looking to make a statement. In bright neon green, people will see you from a mile away.

Complete with front and rear stunt pegs and a 360-degree gyro rotor system, this bike not only looks good but also performs well and is perfect for stunts and riding with friends.

Specification

  • Hi-tensile steel BMX frame
  • V type brakes front and rear
  • 360-degree gyro rotor system
  • Lightweight 48 spoke alloy wheel rims
  • Front and rear stunt pegs

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The White Wash

Booster – Ammaco – £119.99

There is little difference between the Ammaco Savage and the Ammaco Booster apart from the colour and twenty pounds. This is the bike for those not interested in garish colours that simply want a cool BMX to ride and perform tricks and stunts with. Or for those who cannot justify the twenty-pound price difference, which only gets you a bolder paint job.

Specification

  • Hi-tensile steel BMX frame
  • V type brakes front and rear
  • 360-degree gyro rotor system
  • Lightweight 48 spoke alloy wheel rims
  • Front and rear stunt pegs

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The Purple Princess

Marbella – Ammaco – £99.99

This is the perfect bike for the casual female rider and is phenomenal value. Complete with Shimano gears and lightweight alloy wheel rims, it also comes in a cool purple and white colour.

Specification

  • Low-step frame with oversize tubing
  • Hi-tensile steel fork
  • 18 speed shimano gears
  • Shimano revoshift gear levers
  • Lightweight alloy wheel rims
  • V type brakes front and rear

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The Cool Cucumber

Comfort – Ammaco – £99.99

This bike is identical to the Marbella, with one exception – its colour. It comes in a cool blue and white combination and is deal for women who prefer a more understated bike.

Specification

  • Low-step frame with oversize tubing
  • 18-speed full shimano gear set
  • Shimano revoshift gear levers
  • Alloy v type brakes / alloy levers
  • Lightweight alloy wheel rims

Find Ammaco bikes available on Amazon

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