Avanti Montari 26.1 (2014)

Avanti's Montari 26.1 offers a ton of off-roading performance for the price. This bike has nimble handling and tough construction -- just the things a newcomer needs to perform. The Montari features a lightweight alloy frame and a plush Suntour fork. Reliable Shimano components make up the drivetrain, and parts from Weinmann, Zero, Kenda, and KMC add performance and value to the package.