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:. Published: September 27, 2004 / Author: Welloria Team

Mountain Biking: Irresistible Adventure on Fat Tires

It’s time to set the record straight about Pee Wee Herman’s bike, the spiffy red Schwinn. It’s not the coolest bike in the whole wide world. But mountain bikes, with their ruggedness and advanced technology that have fanned the craze for fat tire bikes everywhere, definitely are. These bikes are every rider’s dream with upright seating on a comfy saddle, longhorn handle bars, plus disc brakes and shock absorbers. And, of course, those forgiving fat tires.


A Rebel and His Bicycle

A city-slicker fat tire bike ($300 to $700) is not what it seems. It’s actually a heavier hybrid of the mountain bike and is less reliable, although fine for the concrete jungle. Its components look similar, but are not designed for rough treatment, and the bike is more likely to break down. For real off-road adventure, look for bikes with frames and components made of strong, durable materials.

High end bikes are made of a carbon fiber material that doesn’t fatigue or corrode, and never wears out. You’ll pay a higher price, $1500 to $4000, but these bikes also feature disk brakes and rear suspension, and all the components are lighter and of higher quality. The technology of the new disc ... Sign-up Above to Read More!

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