Hardtail mountain bikes are all about simplicity, speed and feel. With a suspension fork up front and a rigid rear end, they climb efficiently, corner sharply and make every trail feel more connected.
Why choose a hardtail MTB?
If you love fast singletrack, technical climbs or building skills on varied terrain, a hardtail is a brilliant place to start — and to keep progressing. From confident all-rounders in our Trail MTB range to focused XC race bikes and playful jump MTBs, there’s a hardtail here for every style of rider.
Key things to think about
- Where you’ll ride most — flowing trail centres, local woods or pump tracks and jump spots.
- Fork travel and geometry — from quick-handling XC setups to more relaxed, trail-focused hardtails.
- Wheel size and fit — with many riders choosing fast-rolling 29-inch hardtails or more agile 27.5" options, plus dedicated women’s MTBs for a better out-of-the-box fit.
Explore hardtail mountain bikes from Specialized, Giant, Merida, Marin and Cannondale — and find the bike that turns every climb, corner and descent into something to look forward to.