'13 Trek

When Trek's Lush 29, the trail, and you are all flowing in harmony, it's easy to see why so many people love mountain biking. Those occasions become the norm thanks to the Lush's women specific fit, Trek's outstanding aluminum frame and the efficient ABP rear suspension. That suspension has 110mm of RockShox-controlled travel that's tuned for women, matched with a 120mm up front. Combined with 29-inch wheels, a dialed geometry and huge standover clearance, there's almost nothing you can't do. Further women's-specific components like the Bontrager saddle, perfect-width handlebars and lighter wheels contribute to the brilliant ride. The Lush also has an SLX/Deore drivetrain with plenty of easy climbing gears, Shimano hydraulic-disc brakes for control, and grippy Bontrager tires that excel on loose dirt as well as hardpack.