MrJacques Posted November 6, 2014 Posted November 6, 2014 So the Fat Cat thingie mabob looks like a import from Momsen ... see pic http://www.rapidbikes.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/588-fatbike_macroBanner_26inch.jpg Yebo, from TWT actually, but it's basically the same company / owner (Mr Momsen). I emailed to find out which local shops would have the bike and received a reply from a rep at Two Wheels Trading.
MrJacques Posted November 7, 2014 Posted November 7, 2014 Salsa Bucksaw Carbon http://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Bucksaw-Carbon-Salsa-full-suspension-fat-bike3-600x399.jpghttp://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Bucksaw-Carbon-Salsa-full-suspension-fat-bike4-600x399.jpghttp://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Bucksaw-Carbon-Salsa-full-suspension-fat-bike5-600x399.jpg
Odinson Posted November 7, 2014 Posted November 7, 2014 A question to the Fat Bike enthusiasts: How do you transport your Fat Bikes, if you don't have a bakkie or panel van? I have a Thule roof rack on my car and there's no way in Hell a Fat Bike would fit on there.
Ryanpmb Posted November 7, 2014 Posted November 7, 2014 A question to the Fat Bike enthusiasts: How do you transport your Fat Bikes, if you don't have a bakkie or panel van? I have a Thule roof rack on my car and there's no way in Hell a Fat Bike would fit on there.Bakkie bin or car boot at the moment. I'm going to modify my bike rack though - was thinking of using gutter half pipes (short - about 15cm each) to replace the standard wheel cups (they simply bolt on and off so the same mechanism can be used) and then adding more substantial straps to hold the wheels in place. The standard arm and clamp mechanism for the frame works just fine.
DubbelBuys Posted November 7, 2014 Posted November 7, 2014 Have a look at Titan's Whopper range. http://www.titanracingbikes.com/fatbikerange.html The Whopper Race looks quite nice. Not a too big fan of the Titan (bikes in general) Anyone know whether the KHS 4 Season is available? (See pic) The Silverback is looking good for sure & attractive price.
Flippa Posted November 7, 2014 Posted November 7, 2014 A question to the Fat Bike enthusiasts: How do you transport your Fat Bikes, if you don't have a bakkie or panel van? I have a Thule roof rack on my car and there's no way in Hell a Fat Bike would fit on there. My Krampus fits on a standard Thule Rack, but that's "only" a 3" tyre. I've seen on the overseas forums that fat bikes fit between the wheel cups and the guys use tie downs to strap them down. Also, the bikes then lean slightly outward. That way you can fit 2 bikes on a 3 bike rack.
Flowta Posted November 7, 2014 Posted November 7, 2014 Salsa Bucksaw Carbon http://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Bucksaw-Carbon-Salsa-full-suspension-fat-bike3-600x399.jpghttp://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Bucksaw-Carbon-Salsa-full-suspension-fat-bike4-600x399.jpghttp://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Bucksaw-Carbon-Salsa-full-suspension-fat-bike5-600x399.jpg
rock Posted November 7, 2014 Posted November 7, 2014 http://www.silverbacklab.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/2015_SCOOP_DOUBLE_LIME-1150x847.png
MuddyMike Posted November 7, 2014 Posted November 7, 2014 http://www.silverbacklab.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/2015_SCOOP_DOUBLE_LIME-1150x847.pngwinner winner chicken dinner. Silverback just seem to get that value equation spot on. Cant beat this for 13k............. anyone know if they have stock?
Frohan Posted November 7, 2014 Posted November 7, 2014 winner winner chicken dinner. Silverback just seem to get that value equation spot on. Cant beat this for 13k............. anyone know if they have stock? They will be here end November early December, hopefully before the holidays start!!!
Hairy Posted November 7, 2014 Posted November 7, 2014 They will be here end November early December, hopefully before the holidays start!!!December ..... as per correspondence with them yesterday
MrJacques Posted November 8, 2014 Posted November 8, 2014 Got some more info on the Rapid fatbike. A lbs here had some, but they sold out very quickly. The fishermen like them - to use to ride on the beach to their fishing spots. The weight - about 20kg, but apparently it pedals well on the trail and sand despite it being so heavy.
Ryanpmb Posted November 8, 2014 Posted November 8, 2014 Got some more info on the Rapid fatbike. A lbs here had some, but they sold out very quickly. The fishermen like them - to use to ride on the beach to their fishing spots. The weight - about 20kg, but apparently it pedals well on the trail and sand despite it being so heavy.Cannot believe people are actually considering these... ...besides the fishermen...
BenReaper Posted November 8, 2014 Posted November 8, 2014 With the Silverback around 13K and the Titans around 10K this fatbike from Rapid looks like a much cheaper alternative to 'test out the water',the weight of the bike might however make it a unpleasent experience and put you of fatbikes for ever.
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