We all know about Framed, Bikes Direct and Walgoose. Any one else apart of this box of crayons? :thumbsup:
Fatbikes under $1000 bucks
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Since this thread is still alive and I'm approaching the 5 year mark with my Framed bike, I'll chime in with my experience. I bought a Minnesota 1.0. Didn't notice much difference between the 1.0 and 2.0 on quick test rides at The House's parking lot, but on paper the 1.0 looked a lot better to me: more "classic" geometry on the 1.0 as opposed to the slacker angles on the much more popular 2.0. Since then I've heard complaints about lack of liveliness in the 2.0's handling, so I think I made the right call there.
And I made the right decision overall, buying a Framed. I paid $720, plus $100 for the "Fattie Slims" 29er wheelset (which came free with the 2.0, but not the 1.0). Bike was a floor model, and lucky me it came with BB7s instead of the stock BB5s for some reason. I immediately changed the contact points, switched the drivetrain to Shimano (now with a 30x42 low gear instead of the stock 32x34) and put a Vanhelga on the front.
I've now ridden this bike for 5 years and thousands of miles, on and off road, but with most of the mileage commuting year-round on the 29" wheels. Summers, the bike also pulled my kid in our Chariot Sidecarrier. The little one loves showing up at school being pulled by a fatbike. Sometimes it's had a cargo rack on it for groceries, and next year it will be towing a Burley Piccolo trailercycle. It's had everything from 1.5" to 4.8" tires under it. This is the do-it-all bike that the Karate Monkey (which I have also owned) claims to be, but with more tire clearance.
And I have not been easy on it. Most particularly it's seen hundreds of miles on slushy, salty Twin Cities streets and paths. If there's a heavy buildup of slush on it I might knock off the excess when I put it away, but that's it. It lives in an unheated garage and gets a bath once every year, in the spring. Yet with all this abuse almost nothing has gone wrong. The pad adjustment knobs on the BB7s have seized from rust. And although the spokes on the 29" wheels are starting to show some surface rust they still seem strong and true. Besides the fork and frame, the wheelset, headset, crank/BB and seatpost are original and going strong.
As I've posted on the Plus forum, I haven't been thrilled with the 4" format the last couple of years, and have recently (re)discovered 3" as maybe the optimal width for my mix of riding, year-round - at least now that I finally figured out that 29+ tires fit fine. But if I had to replace it tomorrow, I'd get another. It's cheaper than dedicated 29+ bikes and way more versatile. Framed FTW!
And I made the right decision overall, buying a Framed. I paid $720, plus $100 for the "Fattie Slims" 29er wheelset (which came free with the 2.0, but not the 1.0). Bike was a floor model, and lucky me it came with BB7s instead of the stock BB5s for some reason. I immediately changed the contact points, switched the drivetrain to Shimano (now with a 30x42 low gear instead of the stock 32x34) and put a Vanhelga on the front.
I've now ridden this bike for 5 years and thousands of miles, on and off road, but with most of the mileage commuting year-round on the 29" wheels. Summers, the bike also pulled my kid in our Chariot Sidecarrier. The little one loves showing up at school being pulled by a fatbike. Sometimes it's had a cargo rack on it for groceries, and next year it will be towing a Burley Piccolo trailercycle. It's had everything from 1.5" to 4.8" tires under it. This is the do-it-all bike that the Karate Monkey (which I have also owned) claims to be, but with more tire clearance.
And I have not been easy on it. Most particularly it's seen hundreds of miles on slushy, salty Twin Cities streets and paths. If there's a heavy buildup of slush on it I might knock off the excess when I put it away, but that's it. It lives in an unheated garage and gets a bath once every year, in the spring. Yet with all this abuse almost nothing has gone wrong. The pad adjustment knobs on the BB7s have seized from rust. And although the spokes on the 29" wheels are starting to show some surface rust they still seem strong and true. Besides the fork and frame, the wheelset, headset, crank/BB and seatpost are original and going strong.
As I've posted on the Plus forum, I haven't been thrilled with the 4" format the last couple of years, and have recently (re)discovered 3" as maybe the optimal width for my mix of riding, year-round - at least now that I finally figured out that 29+ tires fit fine. But if I had to replace it tomorrow, I'd get another. It's cheaper than dedicated 29+ bikes and way more versatile. Framed FTW!
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Good review I am currently looking at a second hand 2019 framed ... seems like decent value for the money
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Since this thread is including the used market, I recently picked up this Diamondback El Oso on ebay for $700 + shipping & tax for a total of $901. I'm not sure of the history, but I am guessing it was a demo or display model with some cosmetic imperfections, a small dent in the downtube, and a bent derailleur hanger (which the seller reimbursed me for). The bike shows no signs of anyone ever riding it.
With that said, after replacing the crappy Juggernaut Sport tires and ordering a Mulefut wheelset, I am currently well over the $1,000 price point. So, yes, decent fat bikes can be had for under $1,000 but always look at the specs and consider how much you will be investing to get it the way you want it to be.
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With that said, after replacing the crappy Juggernaut Sport tires and ordering a Mulefut wheelset, I am currently well over the $1,000 price point. So, yes, decent fat bikes can be had for under $1,000 but always look at the specs and consider how much you will be investing to get it the way you want it to be.
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Spot on! Fat is about TIRES *****Since this thread is including the used market, I recently picked up this Diamondback El Oso on ebay for $700 + shipping & tax for a total of $901. I'm not sure of the history, but I am guessing it was a demo or display model with some cosmetic imperfections, a small dent in the downtube, and a bent derailleur hanger (which the seller reimbursed me for). The bike shows no signs of anyone ever riding it.
With that said, after replacing the crappy Juggernaut Sport tires and ordering a Mulefut wheelset, I am currently well over the $1,000 price point. So, yes, decent fat bikes can be had for under $1,000 but always look at the specs and consider how much you will be investing to get it the way you want it to be.
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I don't know if this thread is for new only < 1000, but I just picked up an extremely lightly used Felt DD70. The original owner upgraded tires to maxxis minions and added a Bluto. He also added a twist grip X0 shifter for the 1x11 SRAM drivetrain. I have just a few rides on it and absolutely love it. Those 4.8 tires roll over small rocks/roots like they aren't there. I paid a grand even and think I did very well.
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I bought a Econtric Fat eBike for my girlfriend... I wouldn't do that again. She got into sand and the motor just bogged... Low Watt rear hub motor just doesn't do it...
I ordered this Mongoose Dolomite from eBay...
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Curious, is there a difference between this model and the red wheeled model? Is it just a different paint job?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/184389926782
Curious, is there a difference between this model and the red wheeled model? Is it just a different paint job?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/184389926782
You're buying from ebay. There's no telling when the production run was for the bike you'll receive, what Chinese factory it came from, or what parts they were using. Once you have the bike in hand, you can check for differences. In the past, differences have included: the spread of the chain-stays as they near their front, bottom bracket width, tires, etc..
Dolomite thread https://forums.mtbr.com/fat-bikes/dolo-semi-wild-mongoose-dolomite-902410.html
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I bought a 2019 Rocky Mountain Blizzard for exactly $1000. I'd highly recommend spending a little extra to get a good 1x bike with a granny gear, and a good warranty.
It will also have an alloy frame, which will greatly reduce weight.
It will also have an alloy frame, which will greatly reduce weight.
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Can you tell me is it worth to buy. Did you use it? Please give me reviews on it
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The Rocky Mountain Blizzard?
Costco's Northrock XCF replaces the Northrock XC00.
In Costco in Canada, from $399 CAD for the XC00 to $499 CAD for the XCF.
https://forums.mtbr.com/fat-bikes/costco-has-finally-updated-northrock-fat-bike-1154793.html
https://forums.mtbr.com/fat-bikes/c...t-bikes/costco-has-finally-updated-northrock-fat-bike-1154793.html#post15034113
In Costco in Canada, from $399 CAD for the XC00 to $499 CAD for the XCF.
https://forums.mtbr.com/fat-bikes/costco-has-finally-updated-northrock-fat-bike-1154793.html
https://forums.mtbr.com/fat-bikes/c...t-bikes/costco-has-finally-updated-northrock-fat-bike-1154793.html#post15034113
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If you live where I do you can get one for about $450-600 or if you don't mind the parts shortage buy one for a bout $200 and upgrade piecemeal from online retailors. My current one I got for that price, just don't take your ride to any of these fly by night shops, they'll wreck your bike by over tightening things on it like what was done to mine. Lets just say I learned real quick on having patience to work on my own bike.
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I got a old puglsey frame on sale. then surly 36 hole rims, 14 gauge spokes with phil wood tandem type hubs, fsa dh cranks. mid range sram disc brakes and dreailer.. bit great for 10yrs
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To find the suitable fat bikes under $1000, you can go for NAKTO Fat Tire Electric Bicycle. If you do not like electric bicycles, I prefer to go for Framed Minnesota Fat Bike.
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For any folks in Colorado or near it... Cycles of Life in Leadville has a fleet of Rocky Mountain Blizzards that they will be selling at the end of the rental season, which is the end of March. The will sell the Blizzard 10s for $800. They also have some Blizzard 30s that will go for $1300-1500 or so.
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For those interested, these are back in stock at Walmart:
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Hi, just moved to San Diego and need a bike ... cause I'm not getting a car and I want more exercise as I'm 5-8", 350.
I'll only be on streets for now ... to the golf course, the store, etc.
Haven't been on a bike since age 15.
Will need help to put it together.
I'm sure I'll need a big gel seat.
$1000 budget is ok.
So far I've seen the:
Anything else I should look at? ... or just go ahead and buy?
Thank you,
Randy
I'll only be on streets for now ... to the golf course, the store, etc.
Haven't been on a bike since age 15.
Will need help to put it together.
I'm sure I'll need a big gel seat.
$1000 budget is ok.
So far I've seen the:
- Mongoose Dolomite Mens Fat Tire Mountain Bike
- Rocky Mountain Blizzard
Anything else I should look at? ... or just go ahead and buy?
Thank you,
Randy
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