Fatbikes are the future of MTB?

[ttakata]

I thought fatbikes were a clownish fad since the older ones were very heavy.

I have probably seen less than 10 people actually riding one in BKK the last 5 years so guess many others haven't thought of this bike too.

Now top end ones are lighter than average MTBs!

https://fairwheelbikes.com/c/worlds-lightest-fat-bike-18-7-pounds/

I saw a bunch at the recent Seacon Square show and realized this 10 year old fad is going to explode and deserves some research.

So I found this old but enlightening link and gotta say they look fun and make lots of sense.

http://m.bikemag.com/news/news-fat-and-furious/

Hopefully there will be many to check out at this weeks show at Impact Arena.

Silly looking or not, I like the idea of a bike that can easily roll over mud and sand that skinny tires get stuck in.

Edited September 28, 2015 by ttakata

[moonoi]

They have there place, on a beach or snow, but not on the road or your usual trails.

Probably the future is more around the 27.5+ standard that is yet to make it to Thailand.

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[damo]

Each to their own, they look interesting, fun, but I would not replace my XC for one. never.