hardtail
Americannoun
plural
hardtails,plural
hardtailEtymology
Origin of hardtail
Example Sentences
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Bikes with front suspension only are known as hardtail bikes, while full-suspension bikes have both front and rear shocks.
From Seattle Times • May 25, 2022
Decent entry-level hardtail mountain bikes can be found for under $1,000, while full-suspension bikes realistically start from $1,500.
From Seattle Times • May 25, 2022
Over the course of a weekend, he transformed his hardtail mountain bike into a throttle-assisted e-bike capable of speeds of up to 20 mph.
From The Verge • Mar. 9, 2021
At the moment the course is very groomed, so a hardtail is fine.
From The Guardian • Apr. 7, 2011
A ten- to 12-inch hardtail is perfect �they shouldn't be too small.
From Time Magazine Archive
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