This bike was purchased and riden 5 - 6 time at a beginners level. The bike has had one tune up since purchased. There is 4" of travel for the front forks and 400 lbs coil for the rear shock. The braking system is cable disc front and rear, with shimano derailers front and rear. The pedals are clip in for clip in mountain bike shoes. The tires have litle or no tread wear. The bike was riden on beginner level trails, never down hilled. This would be a great bike for anyone looking to start out mountain biking, or just get out and get some excersice.