View Poll Results: What's in store for your Fat Bike this Summer?
Store the Fattie until next season
1
7.14%
Sell the road bike(s) and ride Fat year-round
1
7.14%
Mix it up between my bikes
12
85.71%
Dump the Fattie, 'cos it didn't work out
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03-25-15, 01:05 AM
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getting ready for spring cleaning/tune-up. Wait until you see the frankenbike 69er I'm going to use it as during the summer.
A few new parts
Origin 8 Headset - 95g
Troy Lee ODI grips - 115g
Kalloy UNO 27.2 seatpost - 260g
Cane Creek 30.6-27.2 seatpost shim - 40g
Specialized Henge Expert saddle - 235g
Race Face Atlas 785 riser bars - 330g
not pictured because I have them laying around:
Surly Krampus fork - 1105g
Origin 8 stem - 135g
mis-matched set of Avid XX brakes
Velocity P35/XT wheels
now I have to find a Bonty Chupacabra 29x3.0 instead of the Conti TK2.4
For everyone's reference I weighed stuff when I stripped the frame down for spring cleaning.
Stock frame with RD hanger - 2165g
Stock fork with crown race - 880g
Stock headset minus crown race - 110g
NDS crank arm - 240g
DS crank arm with rings - 535g
Stock bottom bracket - 395g
Stock seat clamp - 40g
Stock stem - 245g
Stock handlebars - 325g
Stock seatpost - 360g
Stock saddle - 320g
Stock 8speed cassette - 355g
Dork Disc - 20g
Stock brake levers - 95g ea
Stock rear wheel/tire/tube/rotor complete w/reflector - 3980g
Stock front wheel/tire/tube/rotor complete w/reflector - 3800g
A few new parts
Origin 8 Headset - 95g
Troy Lee ODI grips - 115g
Kalloy UNO 27.2 seatpost - 260g
Cane Creek 30.6-27.2 seatpost shim - 40g
Specialized Henge Expert saddle - 235g
Race Face Atlas 785 riser bars - 330g
not pictured because I have them laying around:
Surly Krampus fork - 1105g
Origin 8 stem - 135g
mis-matched set of Avid XX brakes
Velocity P35/XT wheels
now I have to find a Bonty Chupacabra 29x3.0 instead of the Conti TK2.4
For everyone's reference I weighed stuff when I stripped the frame down for spring cleaning.
Stock frame with RD hanger - 2165g
Stock fork with crown race - 880g
Stock headset minus crown race - 110g
NDS crank arm - 240g
DS crank arm with rings - 535g
Stock bottom bracket - 395g
Stock seat clamp - 40g
Stock stem - 245g
Stock handlebars - 325g
Stock seatpost - 360g
Stock saddle - 320g
Stock 8speed cassette - 355g
Dork Disc - 20g
Stock brake levers - 95g ea
Stock rear wheel/tire/tube/rotor complete w/reflector - 3980g
Stock front wheel/tire/tube/rotor complete w/reflector - 3800g
03-25-15, 08:10 PM
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The S.O. and I are enjoying Maui and I noticed there's not a Fatbike in sight and unlikely to ever be unless Haleakala gets serious snow or the ocean recedes. I've only seen three roadies in action in 3 days and the biking scene appears limited. West Maui Cycles said the bigger draws are cycling the northern loop, Hana road, & Pillani highway as they're less traveled though better maintained/paved (than they were) and those that do drive are slowed by winding roads, thus "safer" for cyclists.
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03-26-15, 06:24 PM
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Ordered a 616 Muenzie frame back in November and just got Tuesday. Been put in her together with my parts bin and off my Fatty & Sawyer. New 615 Deore brakes and my Fatty's x9 shifter & derailer tomorrow. I have a X1 groupo will put on when I decide what wheelset to go with.
03-26-15, 10:19 PM
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Ordered a 616 Muenzie frame back in November and just got Tuesday. Been put in her together with my parts bin and off my Fatty & Sawyer. New 615 Deore brakes and my Fatty's x9 shifter & derailer tomorrow. I have a X1 groupo will put on when I decide what wheelset to go with.
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03-27-15, 04:50 AM
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30T Wolf Tooth Drop-Stop on RF Turbine Cinch 11X36 . I ordered the On-One Fatty Max XD 11spd cassette body to convert my existing rear hub. After getting this thing On One tells me I have the older style hubs and it will not fit.
03-31-15, 08:30 PM
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I got her dialed in for now. Weight is about 32.5 lbs. I was gonna get a carbon fork but I think my old steel Fatty fork looks pretty good and may get it powder coated. I'm thinking of build some lightweight wheels with some Marge Lites.
04-04-15, 02:25 PM
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I put a Salsa Mukluk 3 on order at the LBS last week. It should be here in the upcoming week. The bike will mostly be used for daily commuting (about 10 miles one-way), grocery-getting along unplowed MUPs and ski trails, with short shots of on-road commuting. Our bike infrastructure here in the winter is bad to non-existent, and I get grumpy if I have to drive. This adds more options to my winter quiver that includes an old Kona with studded tires.
I would be interested in seeing what other people come up on their fat bikes with if the thread sticks around. I'm already thinking about how I'm going to change the bike up to meet my needs. In addition to adding lights and more reflective stuff, I will probably start by changing over to a silicon-based brake fluid (hydrophobic instead of hydrophilic -- the bike will be in and out of very cold and warm spaces a lot, and I could imagine condensation in the lines becoming a problem). Since I'm mostly using the bike for commuting, I will probably play with the gear ratios a bit, and look into going to a triple chainring with a steep jump between the middle and large rings. I'm going to see what is possible/feasible when I have the bike. At some point, fenders (preferably full-cover, realizing I may have to make these), and some kind of on-bike carrying solution will be in the works. I'm not sure if I am going to go with hard racks, or try some of the soft carrying solutions I've seen (frame, seat, and handlebar bags).
I would be interested in seeing what other people come up on their fat bikes with if the thread sticks around. I'm already thinking about how I'm going to change the bike up to meet my needs. In addition to adding lights and more reflective stuff, I will probably start by changing over to a silicon-based brake fluid (hydrophobic instead of hydrophilic -- the bike will be in and out of very cold and warm spaces a lot, and I could imagine condensation in the lines becoming a problem). Since I'm mostly using the bike for commuting, I will probably play with the gear ratios a bit, and look into going to a triple chainring with a steep jump between the middle and large rings. I'm going to see what is possible/feasible when I have the bike. At some point, fenders (preferably full-cover, realizing I may have to make these), and some kind of on-bike carrying solution will be in the works. I'm not sure if I am going to go with hard racks, or try some of the soft carrying solutions I've seen (frame, seat, and handlebar bags).
My dealer has one on the show room floor he wants to move now that it is summer. All of their Fat Bikes are on Sale and the Salsa Mukluk 3 that he has is $200 of the list. I really like it but just starting to look at Fat Bikes. Have you liked yours and is it a good bike to start with. In Minnesota so I get some good winters and snow
04-09-15, 08:31 AM
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Added an Ibera frame pack and SKS water bottle bracket for beach truckin'
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04-09-15, 09:04 AM
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I have the same bag, it has to be the bargain of the century! I see people paying $140 for a Salsa frame bag that does the same thing. Mine works great on an XL framed Beargrease, there's just room for one water bottle...and on the Salsa Warbird too.
04-09-15, 11:01 PM
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You are right about the deal of a century. The pack is deceiving in size too. I can easily put another water bottle (30 oz) inside, plus tools, pump, light jacket, pile hat & probably a few more things.... Like a cold beer in a foam wrap.
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04-10-15, 05:40 PM
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overrun by Fat bikes at wallmart here in NY, single speed, multi speed, and even BMX fat bikes, mainstream...
04-20-15, 04:00 AM
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Fatbike on the beach
saw this guy on the beach when I was leaving after spending the morning looking for whales. he looked pretty happy and the bike seemed comfortable on the sand but it didn't look as tho he deflated the tires at all. I would think letting a little air out would help.
04-30-15, 02:26 PM
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and to repeat: Stupid! Fun!
04-30-15, 02:29 PM
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Last month I was doing a fun group ride (#30DaysOfBiking kick off ride in Minneapolis). It was a rainy cold day and we would be riding slow anyway, so I took the Pugsley. As the ride kicked off, my wife was too cold to ride, so I got her and her Pug loaded on the car to drive home. I mashed the pedals to catch up with the group. I rode home after the ride and uploaded my Garmin to Strava and laughed hard to see the Pugsley had not only giving me a PR but a darn nice place over all on a segment - 36th of 2030 riders. As I was trying to catch up with the ride, I was going 21.8 mph! It's a very short, flat segment over cobblestones. Pugsley don't care 'bout no cobblestones!
and to repeat: Stupid! Fun!
and to repeat: Stupid! Fun!
05-12-15, 08:52 AM
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Might do hill attacks on the rigid. OR ! Might take the fatbike out finally. Since it's workout day and the effort will be similar.
My concern is the path might be a bit muddy. Wet mud might be ok, but I'm betting on caking.
Any ideas how to deal with caking?
My concern is the path might be a bit muddy. Wet mud might be ok, but I'm betting on caking.
Any ideas how to deal with caking?
05-26-15, 07:58 AM
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Destroyed cartridge bearing after 550 miles (all beach). Alas, constant beach riding hard on wimpy bearings. I've a feeling that a PW SS outboard bearing BB is in order. Currently replaced the rusty bearing with a take off X5 GXP. Keeping the sand haze off BB, etc is going to be a real challenge as dry sand flies around everywhere.
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05-29-15, 09:59 PM
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Beach riding never dull.
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05-30-15, 10:05 PM
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Hey all. Im new here. I was asking for some input on the Mongoose Hitch. I just ordered it online. I know its a cheapy but I just dont have the funds for an expensive bike. I havent been on a bike in some time. I am just looking to have some fun and become more fit through biking.
06-04-15, 11:58 AM
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Hey all. Im new here. I was asking for some input on the Mongoose Hitch. I just ordered it online. I know its a cheapy but I just dont have the funds for an expensive bike. I havent been on a bike in some time. I am just looking to have some fun and become more fit through biking.
I'd say that this bike will be fine, the components will be low-end and may not last as long, but for the price point ($230) you haven't risked a lot. To get the most joy, find the single-track mountain bike trails or other rough routes or sandy beaches. Road riding is fine, but you won't really get the joy of fatbiking. Enjoy and please post your thoughts on fatbiking!
06-04-15, 12:20 PM
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I'd like to hear from people that have converted their fatbike to a drop-bar set-up.
I'm seriously considering upgrading my Pugsley to Salsa Woodchippers with bar-end shifters or RetroShifter, and CX brake levers. I'd like to have it set up to use long rides (Almanzo 100 or Heck of the North), but not lose the ability to handle tight single-track riding. To be honest, the factory flat bars are so wide, narrow single-track is challenging, I clipped a few trees yesterday riding Theo (for those of you in Minneapolis).
Here's an image from Google, to give you an idea what I'm talking about:
I'm seriously considering upgrading my Pugsley to Salsa Woodchippers with bar-end shifters or RetroShifter, and CX brake levers. I'd like to have it set up to use long rides (Almanzo 100 or Heck of the North), but not lose the ability to handle tight single-track riding. To be honest, the factory flat bars are so wide, narrow single-track is challenging, I clipped a few trees yesterday riding Theo (for those of you in Minneapolis).
Here's an image from Google, to give you an idea what I'm talking about:
06-07-15, 06:05 AM
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I'd like to hear from people that have converted their fatbike to a drop-bar set-up.
I'm seriously considering upgrading my Pugsley to Salsa Woodchippers with bar-end shifters or RetroShifter, and CX brake levers. I'd like to have it set up to use long rides (Almanzo 100 or Heck of the North), but not lose the ability to handle tight single-track riding. To be honest, the factory flat bars are so wide, narrow single-track is challenging, I clipped a few trees yesterday riding Theo (for those of you in Minneapolis).
Here's an image from Google, to give you an idea what I'm talking about:
I'm seriously considering upgrading my Pugsley to Salsa Woodchippers with bar-end shifters or RetroShifter, and CX brake levers. I'd like to have it set up to use long rides (Almanzo 100 or Heck of the North), but not lose the ability to handle tight single-track riding. To be honest, the factory flat bars are so wide, narrow single-track is challenging, I clipped a few trees yesterday riding Theo (for those of you in Minneapolis).
Here's an image from Google, to give you an idea what I'm talking about:
Toad- Is that a shaved tire? Your setup is exactly what a bud & I are considering for a 25 mile beach TT.
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06-08-15, 06:10 AM
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Sounds like you've got a great idea for a fast beach ride. Fatbikes roll shocking fast on soft surfaces. I'd like to see your set up, if you do it.
06-08-15, 09:04 AM
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Sorry, this is just an image of Google, to show what I'd like to do. I'm running the original Nates tires and generally stock Pugsley.
Sounds like you've got a great idea for a fast beach ride. Fatbikes roll shocking fast on soft surfaces. I'd like to see your set up, if you do it.
Sounds like you've got a great idea for a fast beach ride. Fatbikes roll shocking fast on soft surfaces. I'd like to see your set up, if you do it.
What I (and others) have discovered is that the knobs are a problem. That being said..I rode 24.5 miles at 7.4 mph average overall. The last 4 miles I went respectfully hard & steady and averaged 9 mph, then went the last 1/2 mile hard (near LT at 151 hr) at 11 mph. I suspect that the combo of knobs on my H-Billies, air pressure, and rotating mass + sand friction (I'm picking a line on hard sand) were getting me. I'm also at 8 psi rear and 7 psi front. For a straight TT of say 24 miles, I suspect smooth tires (bald), more pressure, lighter wheels, rider whose got sprinter like leg strength, lighter bike, etc. would get you a lot faster all things considered. The sand is the variable. One caveat is that I'm age limited (60 years old and weigh 195 and my LT is near/about 155 heart rate)
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