Ryanpmb Posted May 1, 2014 Share SOC14: HANDS ON WITH THE ROCKSHOX BLUTO EQUIPPED BOREALIS ECHO + WEIGHT posted by Zach Overholt - April 29, 2014 - 10am EDT http://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Borealis-fat-bike-echo-back-flip-3-600x400.jpgEven with an army of test bikes, the Borealis Echo was a tough bike to track down at the Sea Otter Classic. When it wasn’t being back flipped by Gregory Robinson-Krunrod, or given to trials exhibition riders, Echos could be spotted tearing around the venue by a number of fat bike suspension curious folk.In spite of it’s popularity, we managed to track one down to get it on the scale… http://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Borealis-fat-bike-echo-back-flip-2-297x180.jpg http://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Borealis-fat-bike-echo-back-flip-1-297x198.jpgAnyone worried about the durability or versatility of the Echo needn’t worry. These bikes were absolutely hammered at the SOC and were no worse for the wear at the end of the show. We can’t guarantee that many will be back flipped or spun, but it is possible…http://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Borealis-Echo-RockShox-Bluto-weight-2-600x400.jpghttp://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Borealis-Echo-RockShox-Bluto-weight-1-600x400.jpgThis medium framed Echo tipped the scale at an impressive 27.07 lbs or 12.28kg. That weight is for a SRAM X01 build with X9 aluminum crank and WTC direct mount chainring, Borealis Carbondale rims running Surly Bud and Lou 4.8″ tires set up tubeless, and a modest aluminum cockpit with an Ergon SME3 saddle. Certainly not a cheap build by any means, but also not the top of the line. Pretty impressive for a bike with nearly 5″ wide tires and a suspension fork.Stay tuned for our first impressions of the Echo and the Bluto soon! Now that's a Fat Bike - not some main stream branded bike trying to cash in on the next trend... Nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janfromnam Posted May 5, 2014 Share Fatboy on the beach! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nonky Posted May 5, 2014 Share Fatboy on the beach! how did it ride on that soft sand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janfromnam Posted May 5, 2014 Share Not nice, need to get close to the water or pick a line where the sand was not disturbed by cars recently, other than that awesome to ride along the beach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramrod Posted May 5, 2014 Share Can someone please explain the point of a fat bike to me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyatt Earp Posted May 5, 2014 Share Can someone please explain the point of a fat bike to me? To look cool, be different or perhaps a softer ride.Personally I am gravitating more to the 29'er plus concept and only then on a full rigid bike.But the real purpose was always for Iditarod. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DIPSLICK Posted May 5, 2014 Share You calling me a idgit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blits Posted May 5, 2014 Share Hi. I want to built a fatbike... what would you suggest? Carbon fork or air suspension fork? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blits Posted May 5, 2014 Share Hi. I want to built a fatbike... what would you suggest? Carbon fork or air suspension fork? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ians H2Sport Posted May 6, 2014 Share Can someone please explain the point of a fat bike to me?There is no real point, or justification in buying a Fat Bike here in SA. It is about what makes you feel good. Think about the car enthusiast that buys an old car, does it up and takes it out on weekends to show it off. A fatty. great to bang around on and possibly even challenge yourself in a local race. Its just nice to have. I NEED one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rouxtjie Posted May 6, 2014 Share Can someone please explain the point of a fat bike to me?To have fun, surely that is why we ride our bikes...well I do at least Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramrod Posted May 6, 2014 Share To have fun, surely that is why we ride our bikes...well I do at least I also ride my bikes for fun but they also have a purpose. ie road bike for road riding. Hard tail for XCO and Dual for marathons. Was just wondering if there is a specific purpose for a fat bike. Was answered by the Sheriff. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flymango Posted May 6, 2014 Share I like. Only concern is you'll need a diving cylinder on your back if you plan on doing an event on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BogusOne Posted May 6, 2014 Share To look cool, be different or perhaps a softer ride.Personally I am gravitating more to the 29'er plus concept and only then on a full rigid bike.But the real purpose was always for Iditarod. Like such? http://traversbikes.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/above-titanium-29er-plus.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyatt Earp Posted May 6, 2014 Share Like such? http://traversbikes.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/above-titanium-29er-plus.jpg On fire brother I need to het Maai Riekie to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BogusOne Posted May 6, 2014 Share On fire brother I need to het Maai Riekie to you. Waiting in anticipation.... Will pm you my addy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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