Importance of Mountain Bike Cleaning & Best Cleaning Products

A lot of people invest good money in their mountain bikes, not only spending a lot of money when they first purchase their mountain bike - but also spending money on a range of upgraded components, and mountain biking accessories encompassing everything from mountain biking shorts, to colour coordinated pedals. Although mountain bikes can truly be our pride and joy, sometimes cleaning the bike after a long day out on the trails is the last thing that we want to do. 

There are so many reasons however, that you should wash your bike after every ride out - that we will soon have you racked with guilt, every time you choose to neglect what should be your post ride ritual. As well as looking at some of the reasons why you need to clean your bike in greater detail, we will also look at some of our favourite and best selling mountain bike cleaning products. 

Protect Parts & Components

The individual parts & components of a mountain bike are what keeps it going, the moving parts of a bike are also some of the most vulnerable to muck & grime which can attack them after a ride. Mud & Grime in working parts can cause rust, nasty noises and seized parts, all of which can be avoided with a post ride clean. 

Keeps You Light

As well as causing damage to components, mud and grim also adds unwanted to your bike, which can be felt when racing or head up aggressive climbs. 

A dirty bike looks rubbish!

One of the most straightforward and simple reasons to clean your bike, a dirty bike looks rubbish - whilst a clean bike shows off the components, frame and livery perfectly.