What are the MTB components that you don’t mind running stock?

Apr 12, 2026

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Close-up view of a mountain bike's handlebars, featuring grips, brake levers, and a gear shifter. The bike is positioned on a concrete surface with a natural background of dried grass and foliage. — File photo.

No mountain bike build is perfect, and component upgrades are just a part of the game. But parts are expensive, and not everything needs to be top shelf. When it comes to basic component specs, we want to know which part(s) you’re least likely to upgrade right away.

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What are the mountain bike components you don’t mind running stock?

Handlebar
Grips
Saddle
Shock
Dropper post
Crankset
Cassette and/or chainring
Stem
Fork
Brakes
Tires
Wheels
Something else I’ll note in the comments

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Tell us why you’re not picky about the part(s) you picked below. 👇

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