I just bought a fat bike this winter. The road to tire friction is much higher than a mountain bike, so be prepared to work your ass off. Even on a flat surface, no snow I found myself gasping for air just riding a short distant. I am over 50, ( which may be part of the problem) a health enthusiast so I like challenges. I normally ride my mountain bike to work four miles daily; no problem. With the fat bike I have to ride and occasionally walk part of the way to relive the lactic acid in my legs. I enjoy the benefit of a stronger, healthier body so I will continue to ride and see if I can make it all the way to work without walking.
I like this video, thanks for making it. I was wondering if you might make videos about specific maintenance, upgrades on fat bikes, as well as regular mountain bikes. Thanks GMBN.
can you guys please make a video on the diffrences between the diffrent types of full suspension bikes (trail, enduro, all-mountain, xc etc.)? everytime i make read something about the diffrences i get more and more unsecure about the types :/
So I used to see these on trails, and occasionally winter riders in the city using them... Now I'm seeing them everywhere year round, and often fully motorized or with pedal assist! When I see that I yell "cheater!" hahaha!
Wow i missed outros like that where yall show clips and cards on the top right instead of the overlay video when pressed you go to the video already lol
That depends on the tire. The 45NRTH Escalator comes in a 180TPI casing that punctures fairly easily. They are better for snow use only IMO. I got a puncture the size of my index finger in one. When I went tubeless with a 120TPI Hüsker Dü set. I got small punctures so often that I gave up on the idea. Cleaning sealant off of your bike over and over again will do that for you. I think the tube helps the light casing tire resist punctures. I'll use a heavier casing tire next time I go tubeless. In answer to the caped crusader. Fat bike tires are easy to pop a tube into. You'll be pumping for a bit longer however. You'll make it home without noticing with a small puncture, only to find that your tire is flat the next day.
Are fat bikes suitable for daily city commute?? And are they suitable for tall and heavy people who are over 6'3" and 100 kilograms....can anyone clarify please. And what about the puncture problems with these bikes....
it seems that the tyres are with tubes and the tube is not protected completely. the only reason could be the weight saving but isnt it making is vulnerable to harsh weather and flying stones etc while riding?
can you tell me what is fatter a contental trail king 2.4 or a mountain king or xking 2.4 I know they are the same size but some 2.4 come up like a 2.5 onces mounted thanks
What’s a good mtb brand with fat tires for riding on the streets I’m trying to pick one up for sTyLe bc I don’t race and my mtb now I beat and it’s breaking so I need a nice one... pls help.
Hey GMBN, I'd like to see your all thoughts on the chubby bikes (3in tires) and I'm in interested in how you justify paying so much for these bikes. I've been wanting several bikes but I'm restricted by price. Also, this channel is amazing!
#ASKGMBN hey nice video👍. Hey Im trying to get a fat bike and I saw a on one fatty 24 do you think that will fit me with a medium frame? Im 5'7" if that helps. THANKS
I was just wondering if height of your saddle is a problem as I have just bought a bike but it doesn't have a dropper post so what height would you recommend for it?
If you put your foot on the pedal and rotate the crank so the pedal is at the bottom of the rotation and you sit on the seat your leg should be bent just a little bit at the knee without needing to rock your hips. If your doing downhill I would advise dropping the seat a little bit. Also dropper post don't make it so you don't need to set the seat up properly. You set the seat at the same height and being able to drop the seat allows you more range of motion when your going downhill
Thanks for the explanation and also the purpose of this bike, i saw some people on my street with this bike, i commute to work with my bike, so i was thinking to upgrade, but i think i'll just stick with other bikes
You get carbon ones (expensive), alloy ones, but also steel frames and exotic titanium ones. The steel ones are usually relatively heavy (20 kg +), alloy bikes are around 15 kg. With carbon you can achieve 13 kg.
Not hugely interested in fat bikes, as they seem too far extreme, i.e., overly specialized for snow and sand. When I look at the 27.5 + tire though, it seems much more general while maintaining some of the advantages of both a standard mountain bike tire and a fat bike tire. It's not to say that a fat bike isn't fun, I'm sure they are, but having a super specialized sand/snow bike isn't that useful most of the time; I could use it on a nice day on a regular trail, but I've got a 29er for that.
+Ross M Walline Hey Ross, your right, I ride on long Island were there is a lot of sand so the fat bike make sense but I've been wondering about 27.5 + lately. I do LOVE my fat bike though just looking for some better acceleration with that added confidence of the wider tire...
I've been browsing through a lot of mountain bike videos from just random clicks. I've noticed an extremely high percentage of European bike enthusiast. Just an observation.
just bought a fat bike and i was riding it through my town to get into a forest to ride through trails and i got so many stares and questions becasue people never seen this type of bike here lmao
No, because the frame is not wide enough. Maybe you can mount wider MTB tires likeones with 2,8 inch width (a intermediate tire between narrower MTB and fat bike tires), but not 4 or 5 inch wide ones.
This may be a stupid question, but can you just put a fat bike's tires onto a normal hardtail and use it on snow and stuff a fat bike is made for? Because like you said, fat bikes are mainly just the tires that give them their difference.
Cee Neiton Pretty much the same as how you'd do it on any other bikes. Tire levers and all, only diff is the wider rims and bigger tires of course.. A friend of mine still uses inner tubes for his Canyon fatbike.
I just bought a fat bike this winter. The road to tire friction is much higher than a mountain bike, so be prepared to work your ass off. Even on a flat surface, no snow I found myself gasping for air just riding a short distant. I am over 50, ( which may be part of the problem) a health enthusiast so I like challenges. I normally ride my mountain bike to work four miles daily; no problem. With the fat bike I have to ride and occasionally walk part of the way to relive the lactic acid in my legs. I enjoy the benefit of a stronger, healthier body so I will continue to ride and see if I can make it all the way to work without walking.
Sorry to necro this thread but what’s your thoughts on fat bikes now?!
I guess I am pretty off topic but do anybody know of a good place to watch newly released series online?
Any updates? You still ride daily? Hope you didn't get the Rona
@@sheldonjplanktonn his legs fell off, he can't get to his computer
My Fatbike makes me smile anytime I ride it. I feel like a kid on a BMX bike.
woodywoodverchecker where did you get your fat bike
Lol, same here, best bike ever!
Eduardo Teodoro costco
its just like a BMX get buffed
True, fatbike make me young again.
tire shaming.
Lmfao
Lol
😂😂🤣🤣🤣👌👌
😂
I love that vampire-like superman move at 0:22
@@PeterDietrich I lost it at that point
Lol @ 1:20 "Hardtails or fully rigid" then switches from a hardtail image to another hardtail, neither being fully rigid.
Bruh
Specter1031 lol
I was a bit of a twat 4 years ago, wasn't I?
@@Specter1031 nah, I thought it too...
@@Specter1031 you're still a twat james, nothing's changed.
I like this video, thanks for making it. I was wondering if you might make videos about specific maintenance, upgrades on fat bikes, as well as regular mountain bikes. Thanks GMBN.
Merry Christmas everyone!
can you guys please make a video on the diffrences between the diffrent types of full suspension bikes (trail, enduro, all-mountain, xc etc.)? everytime i make read something about the diffrences i get more and more unsecure about the types :/
+Ich bin Gwurzel yep they have a few months ago
just watched it and i still dont get it
are there any diffrences between all-mountain and enduro bikes or are those just fancy names for one and the other?
+Ich bin Gwurzel i believe all mountain is enduro.
oh okay thanks all of you guys
Plz create a Fatbike ranking with diffrent prices like $500/1000/1500/2000/2000+
Can we use for city ride or its specifically made for sand and snow?
My question too
You can use it everywhere
Everywhere I actually find it easier to pedal a bit
So I used to see these on trails, and occasionally winter riders in the city using them... Now I'm seeing them everywhere year round, and often fully motorized or with pedal assist! When I see that I yell "cheater!" hahaha!
Wow what a pointless thing to do.
Wow i missed outros like that where yall show clips and cards on the top right instead of the overlay video when pressed you go to the video already lol
1. How much psi should I use for Fat Bike to commute on road ? 2. Can I use Max pump to fill air in Fat Bike ?
great production value on this video! and super helpful content
Where is your beard and craft beer ?
I see where you're going, your saying he's a Hipster.
Sorry this may be a stupid question but: Can you puncture on a fat bike and if so is it the same method to stick a new tube in?
It is possible but very hard to do so because of thickness and you're weight being rather not so much of an factor as compared to normal bikes tyres
That depends on the tire. The 45NRTH Escalator comes in a 180TPI casing that punctures fairly easily. They are better for snow use only IMO. I got a puncture the size of my index finger in one. When I went tubeless with a 120TPI Hüsker Dü set. I got small punctures so often that I gave up on the idea. Cleaning sealant off of your bike over and over again will do that for you. I think the tube helps the light casing tire resist punctures. I'll use a heavier casing tire next time I go tubeless.
In answer to the caped crusader. Fat bike tires are easy to pop a tube into. You'll be pumping for a bit longer however. You'll make it home without noticing with a small puncture, only to find that your tire is flat the next day.
Awesome thanks guys
How does it handle on pavement with patches of sand or gravel or patches of oil on a rainy day?
awesome vid and merry christmas from Australia
Christmas Eve for England :) but Merry Christmas to you ;)
+Alex Roughley merry christmas, from sydney
Thanks
i ride a fatboy pro with xt brakes on all kind of trails ...the stopping power is amazing.
Are fat bikes suitable for daily city commute?? And are they suitable for tall and heavy people who are over 6'3" and 100 kilograms....can anyone clarify please. And what about the puncture problems with these bikes....
it seems that the tyres are with tubes and the tube is not protected completely. the only reason could be the weight saving but isnt it making is vulnerable to harsh weather and flying stones etc while riding?
Would they be alright for riding on straight road ?
Neil's looking a little chilly in this video. That winter hat does look pretty warm though
what's going on with Niels feet at 0:20 to 0:25? Watch them
it's sasuke using his rinnegan
He can dance
Great video! I'm currently looking at buying myself a fat bike... any makes that you would recommend? Thanks!
We ride Scott fat bikes and love them! :)
@@gmbn What do they cost compared to normal bikes?
The tires I assume are only found on specific retailers….
how can i get a thick mud tyre on a 28" hybrid?
0:22 "teleportation lol"
hello I have a 26" mountain bike not a fat one just a normal tyre if I bought a fat bike wheel (26") will it fit my regular mountain bike forks
Great video as always! Could you do "How to choose your Enduro bike?"
what brand is your stand? is it a birch?
i am about to buy a fatbike but it's non suspension, where should i get good and cheap suspension fork for fatbikes?
can you tell me what is fatter a contental trail king 2.4 or a mountain king or xking 2.4 I know they are the same size but some 2.4 come up like a 2.5 onces mounted thanks
Cool video thanks... Which brand bikes are these?
Looking for some info on a fat bike .. I just picked up a 2018 titleist just wondering if anyone knows who makes them.??
Did rigid fork good for fat bike?
So, is the size of the tires that make a fat bike?
which rim brakes are best for this bike?
I need help. I wish to know if Silverback double scoop fatbike is a good brand and quality to buy from?
Silverback offers good fat bikes. I have the more simple scoop delight (with a 2 x 9 and without a suspension fork), they are a good choice.
What’s a good mtb brand with fat tires for riding on the streets I’m trying to pick one up for sTyLe bc I don’t race and my mtb now I beat and it’s breaking so I need a nice one... pls help.
What frame size do we get for a fat bike
26 x 4.0 is related to the rim? Whats the width of the tire then?
It's more of the tire width.
My rims can take 3.0-4.0 width but the width of the rim itself isn't 4.0., is slimmer.
That tire looks 4.0 in the vid.
It's the tire with. mine has 26 x 4,7, which would be 11,9 cm, and the true width of the tire inflated on the rim is around 11 cm.
I just bought a new cheap fat bike, but it's still fun for evening cycling on a flat track, just for relaxing
I wonder if we will ever see downhill oriented fat bikes. With a few modifications, it looks like it would plow through everything.
Is it comfortable for long rides
Electric fat bike is a game changer,
30-50MPH speeds depending on gearing and battery.
How much is fat tire bike in Tanzania shillings
Hey GMBN, I'd like to see your all thoughts on the chubby bikes (3in tires) and I'm in interested in how you justify paying so much for these bikes. I've been wanting several bikes but I'm restricted by price. Also, this channel is amazing!
I live in the city...how do they ride on pavement and smooth surfaces? I'm 6'0, 340lbs and should I buy this to help me get back on the road?
Jas Web yes
Got one about a month ago. It's a Diamond Back and I love it. I put road tires on it and I'm riding again. My bike is heavy!
hi can i feet 29er plus tire in fatbike frame? i used 29er 50mm rim 29x3.0 tire?
Can i change a 26 x 4.0 to a normal size?
Which bike you are using in the video
Can you make a vid to see if you can turn a fat tire rigid into a hardtail?
I mean if you find the fork with clearance for it then yea
Μπορειτε να μου πειτε τι μπαικ ειναι αυτο με το 26.45λαστιχα σας παρακαλω.αυτο με το μαυρο και μπλε.σας ευχαριστω και περιμενω απαντηση σας.
Hi nice video :) can i convert the normal mtb to a fatbike just by replacing the wheels and the fork? Thanks!
Thanks, no you cant. The bike wont have enough clearance for the tyres. They need a specially designed frame and fork.
Thanks for the clarification ;)
hi are they good for the roads? im living in india there are good roads like your countries but most roads have many ditches.
Rixnbix yes and you can get smooth fat bike tires for the road.
Beautiful video. Thank you for doing this. 💚🔥🌪
youre welcome
I'm going to Wales soon is there anywhere good to cycle you would recommend
I want to change my mtb wheels to a fat bike wheel and is it possible ?
i have an apollo gradient
Fatbike wheels won't fit in your frame no.
Can YOU tell me have you ever ride better fatbike than Canyon Dude 9?
I use a Corelli Forte 2.0 fat bike. I prefer fun over speed.
#ASKGMBN hey nice video👍. Hey Im trying to get a fat bike and I saw a on one fatty 24 do you think that will fit me with a medium frame? Im 5'7" if that helps. THANKS
i have a bmx fat bike. is that good? or bad?
26 for life.
27.5
I was just wondering if height of your saddle is a problem as I have just bought a bike but it doesn't have a dropper post so what height would you recommend for it?
If you put your foot on the pedal and rotate the crank so the pedal is at the bottom of the rotation and you sit on the seat your leg should be bent just a little bit at the knee without needing to rock your hips. If your doing downhill I would advise dropping the seat a little bit. Also dropper post don't make it so you don't need to set the seat up properly. You set the seat at the same height and being able to drop the seat allows you more range of motion when your going downhill
+Nate Meyer thank you for the advice. Have a very merry Christmas as well :)
is hard to ride fatbikes or roads( streets )?
Dj Mj Its gonna be slower than an average mtb on roads and pavements due to the wider tires which has lots of grip.
Bluto or mastadon?
Slow heavy pedalling required on fat soft tyres.
Make sense with a motor.
What is the maximum weight of the rider for fat bike?
Rusty chain at 2:00, tsk tsk.
Thanks for the explanation and also the purpose of this bike, i saw some people on my street with this bike, i commute to work with my bike, so i was thinking to upgrade, but i think i'll just stick with other bikes
0:22 neat trick :P
Merry Christmas!
A bit late to the party but good shit, really good quality video!
Make a video on jaguar fat bike
You guys gotta go somewhere where there is snow to give a demonstration.
are they "wider" neil?
Great video. Anybody know the ideal pressure for fat biking on snow?
It varies according to weight and conditions but probably somewhere around 7-8psi
Can’t wait to get mine today
Once I ride them, I swear I feel like the one and only
*Ghost Rider* 🔥😍👌🔥
Exactly what i was looking to install on my 53 Oldsmobile !!!
I get Scott big Jon really nice
Bike name
can I convert my fire fox sniper mountain bike in fat bike
Fatbikes are constructed to bikepacking/touring. Hands down
I have seen a few in town and on paths
0:21 Moonwalking? Jesus isn’t it enough that you take your tires from moonrovers but have to moonwalk as well!
Are all fat bikes Alu and carbon frame? Or are they Chromoly too?
You get carbon ones (expensive), alloy ones, but also steel frames and exotic titanium ones. The steel ones are usually relatively heavy (20 kg +), alloy bikes are around 15 kg. With carbon you can achieve 13 kg.
Not hugely interested in fat bikes, as they seem too far extreme, i.e., overly specialized for snow and sand. When I look at the 27.5 + tire though, it seems much more general while maintaining some of the advantages of both a standard mountain bike tire and a fat bike tire. It's not to say that a fat bike isn't fun, I'm sure they are, but having a super specialized sand/snow bike isn't that useful most of the time; I could use it on a nice day on a regular trail, but I've got a 29er for that.
+Ross M Walline Hey Ross, your right, I ride on long Island were there is a lot of sand so the fat bike make sense but I've been wondering about 27.5 + lately. I do LOVE my fat bike though just looking for some better acceleration with that added confidence of the wider tire...
Can I convert fat bike to 27.5 wheel ?
Motorcycle tyres on a cycle! Only US comes up with this and it’s popular here!😀👍
merry Christmas lads ))
I've been browsing through a lot of mountain bike videos from just random clicks. I've noticed an extremely high percentage of European bike enthusiast. Just an observation.
The alps
just bought a fat bike and i was riding it through my town to get into a forest to ride through trails and i got so many stares and questions becasue people never seen this type of bike here lmao
Can I put fat tires on a regular mountain bike?
No, because the frame is not wide enough. Maybe you can mount wider MTB tires likeones with 2,8 inch width (a intermediate tire between narrower MTB and fat bike tires), but not 4 or 5 inch wide ones.
This may be a stupid question, but can you just put a fat bike's tires onto a normal hardtail and use it on snow and stuff a fat bike is made for? Because like you said, fat bikes are mainly just the tires that give them their difference.
The tyres are wider, you'd need wider bottom bracket, front and rear forks, you'd need a new frame basically!
wtf you need to push like 15 times more rolling resistance over a 25mm tyre
Can you do tricks with a fatbike that have no suspension?
I love my Fat Bike
In my opinion
Fat Bikes are a more modern design for the Big bodies that people have in modern times
I'm getting this bike nice video man ;)
I wonder how replacing the tubes will be like
+Cee Neiton Most fat bikes run tubeless set ups.
Cee Neiton Pretty much the same as how you'd do it on any other bikes. Tire levers and all, only diff is the wider rims and bigger tires of course.. A friend of mine still uses inner tubes for his Canyon fatbike.