Nick Posted November 21, 2014 Posted November 21, 2014 Fat biking is a hot topic in cycling at the moment with manufacturers scrambling to get their own big tyre beast to market. As with many new trends in cycling, there is still much debate over the long-term usefulness and sustainability of fat bikes. We asked some local industry experts their thoughts on the future of fat biking. Click here to view the article
Ryanpmb Posted November 21, 2014 Posted November 21, 2014 Interesting that the majority of these 'forward thinking experts' cannot see beyond sand and snow when it comes to these bikes. My guess is Mannie, Victor and Grant are the only ones who've actually ridden them. They're not limited to sand and snow and are a huge amount of fun on 'typical' SA trails too. Grant and Pat summed it up well for me. Fun bikes. Everything's a fad until it's not. Kiwi, EvanB, Captain Fastbastard Mayhem and 4 others 7
Guest Posted November 21, 2014 Posted November 21, 2014 It adds to the creativity & fun that cycling affords us all opening new terrain.Bicycles are a wonderful thing and reminds us all how to have the joy of a kid again. Ed-Zulu, Stuboy99 and megdobson 3
Ed-Zulu Posted November 21, 2014 Posted November 21, 2014 Although I don't have one, they look like a barrel of fun to me...
gazza10 Posted November 21, 2014 Posted November 21, 2014 Ive got an entry level fat cat. Only used it in the cradle so far on the tar and singletrack. Good workout (more beer after) and fun listening to the coments. Taking it to the bush in the holidays.
NukeproofPeanut Posted November 21, 2014 Posted November 21, 2014 I'd love to take one for a spin that has a low seat. Want to hit a few jumps and some nice flowy sections!
Bomberman Posted November 21, 2014 Posted November 21, 2014 Ive got an entry level fat cat. Only used it in the cradle so far on the tar and singletrack. Good workout (more beer after) and fun listening to the coments. Taking it to the bush in the holidays.Beer you say.... like this. Yo-Yo and feetup 2
Ryanpmb Posted November 21, 2014 Posted November 21, 2014 They're super fun. My OnOne gets regular workouts on the Karkloof and Howick trails...
Flippa Posted November 21, 2014 Posted November 21, 2014 Can echo the sentiments, they are a whole lot of fun. I've taken my Krampus on Thaba's blue routes and my face aches from all the grinning. Ryanpmb 1
Bomberman Posted November 21, 2014 Posted November 21, 2014 I would love to have one, just cruising or a fun group ride with the guys. I think it would be fun if you could rent them at places and go for a ride. Oh and the sand and snow thing don't thinks so.
megdobson Posted November 21, 2014 Posted November 21, 2014 I took my new Specialized Fatboy on a spin this morning. Had a total blast on the single track. Ryanpmb 1
J∆kk∆ls Posted November 21, 2014 Posted November 21, 2014 Want to ride one so badly. Not sure if I want to own one.Would be cool if fat bike rental became available.
arendoog Posted November 22, 2014 Posted November 22, 2014 It is like having a SS .It should not be your only bike ,but they ride well and more fun than a regular bike
the nerd Posted November 22, 2014 Posted November 22, 2014 It is like having a SS .It should not be your only bike ,but they ride well and more fun than a regular bikeBlasphemy. It should BE your only bike. *more than one SS is perfectly acceptable.
arendoog Posted November 22, 2014 Posted November 22, 2014 Blasphemy. It should BE your only bike. *more than one SS is perfectly acceptable.Some days I just want to sits and rides ! with plenty gears
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