The 28 best mountain bike with disc brakes brands

  • 28 brands ranked
  • Ranked by brand visibility

Specialized, Trek and Schwinn lead our ranking of 28 mountain bike with disc brakes brands. Compare what each brand makes, visit its official site, or shop it online.

Mountain Bike With Disc Brakes brands, ranked

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  1. 1

    Specialized

    Specialized's Chisel hardtails and full-suspension trail bikes sit in the mid-range, with hydraulic discs and flat bars.

    Top products: Chisel

    Popularity 10.0/10

  2. 2

    Trek

    Trek covers cross-country, trail and downhill mountain bikes, and its large dealer network helps with fitting and servicing.

    Popularity 8.5/10

  3. 3

    Schwinn

    Schwinn's mountain bikes lean toward budget full-suspension models with mechanical discs, suited to casual trail riding.

    Popularity 6.7/10

  4. 4

    Giant

    Giant builds race-proven hardtails and full-suspension bikes, from entry-level trail models up to high-end racing machines.

    Popularity 6.4/10

  5. 5

    Cannondale

    Cannondale's aluminium frames and distinctive styling set its mountain bikes apart, including vintage-inspired models.

    Top products: F700

    Popularity 6.2/10

  6. 6

    Santa Cruz

    Skateboard decks, stickers and screen-printed shirts give Santa Cruz its look, built around its Screaming Hand logo. The American skate brand also sells men's clothing, so the same graphics carry from the deck to the wardrobe. Skateboarders and fans of skate culture will recognize the brand from its graphics.

    Popularity 5.7/10

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    Mongoose

    Its BMX roots show in compact, playful frames, and its hardtails pair sturdy aluminium with disc brakes.

    Popularity 5.4/10

  8. 8

    Lynskey

    Lynskey's titanium frames suit riders who want a durable, lightweight hardtail built to handle rough trails.

    Popularity 5.0/10

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    GT

    GT's Marathon full-suspension bikes use hydraulic disc brakes and target mid-range trail riders.

    Top products: Marathon

    Popularity 4.9/10

  10. 10

    SCOTT

    Scott Brand produces paper towels in assorted textures for all purposes at affordable rates. Use them anywhere – in your kitchen, bathroom, or workshop! Shop towels and rags can clean and clear out messes at your workplace and are highly...

    Popularity 4.1/10

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    Yeti Cycles

    Yeti sells premium carbon full-suspension bikes built around its Switch Infinity linkage, priced at the high end.

    Popularity 4.0/10

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    Marin

    Marin's trail and mountain bikes focus on practical geometry and good value for everyday riders.

    Popularity 3.9/10

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    Diamondback

    Riders looking for mountain, road, and BMX bikes can find them from Diamondback, which also sells bike parts and cycling equipment. The company offers bikes for men, women, and children, with some models built on lightweight carbon frames.

    Popularity 3.5/10

  14. 14

    Pivot Cycles

    Pivot's full-suspension bikes use its own linkage designs and size-specific frames for precise handling on technical trails.

    Popularity 3.5/10

  15. 15

    Rocky Mountain

    Rocky Mountain builds full-suspension trail and enduro bikes in Canada, with a focus on geometry and suspension tuning.

    Popularity 3.2/10

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    Kona

    Kona Cotton solids are the signature line, a cotton quilting fabric sold by Robert Kaufman Fabrics. The fabric is heavier than standard cotton sheeting, which gives quilt patchwork more structure. The solids come in a broad palette of colours across...

    Popularity 3.1/10

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    Eastern

    Eastern Bike was founded in 1996 by Mike Corley and Jon Byers. It has accumulated over 25 years of experience in the BMX bike industry. As a rider-owned company, it mainly focuses on creating tires, complete bikes, forks, frames, and...

    Popularity 3.0/10

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    JAMIS

    The increasing awareness of green issues has increased the demand for bicycles. People who have not ridden one since their childhood are now asking for one. However, you will not find JAMIS complaining about it. They build podium-winning bikes to...

    Popularity 3.0/10

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    Genesis

    For men who want graphic tees, hoodies and sweatshirts with music-inspired artwork, Genesis sells apparel tied to the band and its tours, including shirts and sweatshirts with album and tour designs. Its shirts are in classic fan styles.

    Popularity 2.9/10

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    Niner

    Niner bikes are a group of adventurous and committed bikers. The Niner community is welcoming and diverse on the route. When we're too exhausted to ride, you could find us fly fishing, lounging on the patio of one of Fort...

    Popularity 2.9/10

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    Intense

    Intense Cycles is a brand created solely for all cyclists and riders passionate about speed. The leading brand is based out of California and has been in the market since the 1920s, proving its reliability through its high-end creations. Lightweight...

    Popularity 2.8/10

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    Canyon

    Where electronics are concerned, few options are available in terms of style. But then again, if we have a hint of style, our pockets don't comply with our choices. That is precisely what Canyon brings to you. All the tech,...

    Popularity 2.6/10

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    Salsa

    For all adventure enthusiasts, Salsa aims to manufacture the best possible bikes and accessories. Salsa has been the first brand to develop the industry's first gravel race bike and full-carbon fat tire bike. It offers bikes like fat tires, archived,...

    Popularity 2.6/10

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    Fuji

    Fuji builds electrical protection and switching equipment through Fuji Electric, including molded case and earth leakage circuit breakers. Its line includes vacuum circuit breakers for reliable, low-maintenance operation and the GLOBAL-TWIN MCCB. Motor breakers are designed to avoid nuisance trips...

    Popularity 2.6/10

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    Kent

    Kent makes hairbrushes and combs in England, and the company says it has been making brushes for a long time. Its boar bristle brushes have beech wood handles and come in oval, round and half-round shapes. The bristles are said...

    Popularity 2.5/10

  26. 26

    Haro

    For almost 30 years, Haro has been a dominant force in the BMX Freestyle scene. Haro is happy to continue our commitment to promoting and supporting BMX Freestyle culture, from supplying the greatest gear and inspiration to building the most...

    Popularity 2.4/10

  27. 27

    Norco

    Norco is here for you so that you don’t wander from website to website searching for potent bikes. The properties like ample mud clearance and bent chainstays offer maximum performance chances, and the city bike series has features like a...

    Popularity 2.4/10

  28. 28

    Hyper

    Perfecting the art of cycling can be done by choosing the right brand. Hyper Bicycles is your partner from the very first bike to the journey of becoming a professional biker. A leader in BMX, the company provides a particular...

    Popularity 2.2/10