When shopping for chainrings or upgrading the drivetrain or crankset on your mountain bike, you will often need to know the chainline to determine the type of chainring offset you need. Chainline ...

He says it’s an often overlooked aspect of mountain bike gear and a potentially highly dangerous piece of the process if you miss it.

From purchasing your first bike to picking out the right clothes to getting fitted for the right helmet, beginner mountain bikers have a lot to think about and consider when buying the proper gear.