Who's got a fatbike?

[Sideways Tim]

Depends on a lot of factors, but from about £360 upwards

[Incorrigible]

Had a feeling that would be the case, I think I need to ride one before doing any more FAB. And bones need to knit before that happens

Thanks for your help

[shipley]

This is Tim's website lhttp://www.sidewayscycles.com/products/index.php?id=1479&clid=32

Great service

[Sideways Tim]

Incorrigible said:

Had a feeling that would be the case, I think I need to ride one before doing any more FAB. And bones need to knit before that happens

Thanks for your help

Depends where you are, but we've got demo bikes available. You're welcome to come and have a go, if you think you're lard enough.

[Sideways Tim]

shipley said:

This is Tim's website http://www.sidewayscycles.com/products/index.php?i...

Great service

Ta. I do try, occasionally.

[tuffer]

Sideways Tim said:

shipley said:

This is Tim's website http://www.sidewayscycles.com/products/index.php?i...

Great service

Ta. I do try, occasionally.

Tim, some great looking products but you really need to invest in your website. No offense mate but that is painful to use.

[Sideways Tim]

tuffer said:

Tim, some great looking products but you really need to invest in your website. No offense mate but that is painful to use.

I know, it's on the list

[Incorrigible]

Sideways Tim said:

tuffer said:

Tim, some great looking products but you really need to invest in your website. No offense mate but that is painful to use.

I know, it's on the list

My web site is similarly awful, but at least get some contact nos and an address somewhere near the front page

You're miles away from me, but if I'm ever up that way I'll look you up

[tuffer]

Incorrigible said:

Sideways Tim said:

tuffer said:

Tim, some great looking products but you really need to invest in your website. No offense mate but that is painful to use.

I know, it's on the list

My web site is similarly awful, but at least get some contact nos and an address somewhere near the front page

You're miles away from me, but if I'm ever up that way I'll look you up

Yeah, That is what I was looking for and it took me ages to find.

[buccal]

Also seriously thinking of having a punt on a fat bike purely for sts and giggles.

Any thoughts on the new genesis caribou:

http://www.unitycycleworks.co.uk/products/genesis-...

[AlasdairMc]

I got my Rocky Mountain Blizzard this week, and love it so far. It is slower than an MTB on road, but it climbs fast and descends really well. Sketchy and steep stuff is easy, the grip offered by the 4.7" tyres meant traction is astonishing.

Roll on winter...

[yellowjack]

I rode in the Merida Brass Monkeys enduro race at Minley today yesterday, and was passed by two chaps on fat bikes. They seemed to be running quite well in the terrible muddy quagmire that was masquerading as a race lap. They sound awesome on gravel at speed too. If I had the space and the cash, I'd be very tempted.

ETA: One of the guys on the fatties came 6th overall.

Edited by yellowjack on Monday 24th November 12:49

[Sideways Tim]

buccal said:

Also seriously thinking of having a punt on a fat bike purely for sts and giggles.

Any thoughts on the new genesis caribou:

http://www.unitycycleworks.co.uk/products/genesis-...

It's a nice bike - the tyres let it down to be honest, but otherwise all is good.
Give me a shout if you want one, I'll see what we can do.

[jamiebae]

I thought I'd bump this thread up, as I spotted this while browsing yesterday...

http://www.wiggle.com/verenti-indulgence/



Obviously the cable discs need to go immediately, to be replaced by hydraulic ones, but it looks like it could be fun for someone wanting to take a punt.

19.4kg though, that's A LOT of weight!

[Sideways Tim]

Looks like fun, won't be though. The gearing is miles wrong, the spec is very low rent. You'd be better with the one from Go Outdoors for £350

[jamiebae]

http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/Product.aspx?ProdId=32...

[quote]Introducing the Coyote Fatman Fat Bike, weighing in at a svelte 22kg it is ideal for riding in sand, snow and soft/loose surfaces.
[/quote]

22kg is svelte since when?!

[BadgerBenji]

I've got a Specialized Fatboy, love it, it's amazing to ride. Much prefer it to my Giant Anthem Only changes so far is the saddle to a Fizik Tundra2, because I managed to bend the Henge it came with

[Sideways Tim]

jamiebae said:

22kg is svelte since when?!

It's a beauty isn't it

[anonymous-user]

BadgerBenji said:

I've got a Specialized Fatboy, love it, it's amazing to ride. Much prefer it to my Giant Anthem Only changes so far is the saddle to a Fizik Tundra2, because I managed to bend the Henge it came with

Love these, it's one of those things that you just need to try for a week before committing though.

[Blakeatron]

I am still regularly using mine, it is a fair bit slower up hill - but storms down.

Key strengths are grip in snowy, boggy, muddy and rooty sections - gives loads of confidence and everyone who has had a go loves it!