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This might be the wrong community to ask this but I'll give it my shot. I already own a very good Trek bike but it's an urban commuter. I want something that handle dirt and country roads just as good as a Jeep or Land Cruiser. I know mountain bikes are best suited for off-road scenarios but I've only ever used urban bikes and BMXs. Is there a brand that is revered by mountain bike enthusiasts in the same way that Jeep is to car guys? Thanks in advance.

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[–] flamingo_pinyata@sopuli.xyz 14 points 10 months ago

Unlike the automotive industry where only 2-3 manufacturers make any kind of decent terrain capable vehicle, in MTB world there are a lot of brands. But also unlike automotive brands very few have global distribution.

Check what is available locally, and if possible try one. For mountain bikes getting the correct frame size is way more important than for city bikes. If it's your first MTB don't obsess too much about getting the perfect one right away - in a year you will get the upgrade itch anyway.