Mountain biking has gotten extremely expensive, creating a huge barrier for entry for new riders. In today's video we take a look at ways to make a cheaper, older mountain bike more modern and safe and capable. We take a Specialized Rumor and make it slacker, give it a tuneup, and make it better for her to enjoy the sport. How to modernize an older bike.

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