Fat Biking: 101
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 ก.ค. 2024
- Class is in session. Ever wanted to try fat biking? Zach has been doing it since snow was invented. He knows all the tips and tricks to make winter biking more enjoyable. Pay close attention - he knows what he's talking about.
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That was the best fat bike FYI fundamental video I've seen. You covered all the topics for winter riding! Great video.
Marty M Hey thanks. Glad you liked it. There’s a lot of new territory when it comes to winter riding. We felt like a little info goes a long way in making it easier to start fat biking!
Missed talkig the *beard* though. ;-D
Excellent video BE! I took my first fat bike ride in 7" of fresh snow yesterday. It was extremely hard and not much fun - no grooming, no tracks to follow. Ride #2 was today and it was far better. I just watched your video and couldn't agree more with y'all. I wish I had watched the video before my first ride - you nailed it! Thanks for the video!!
Nailed it Zach! So much to cover and you hit all the key points and kept it simple. I'll be sharing this - thanks!
I purchased a hybrid giant a few years ago but summer weather made it a horrible experience. I hate being hot! So I decided today to begin fatbiking... ran down and tested many bikes and came away with a Yukon 2. Love it! So yeah, it'll be my main bike in most seasons but 'hot' summer. Your video is PERFECT for me. I have 7 hours of pseudo literacy and you saved me a lot of time learning the hard way. Subscribed and looking forward to the rest of your vids
So stoked we could be helpful! It’s so nice to get out and ride in the winter.
Good info. Always figured it was better to winter ride when the snow/ground was frozen ... not warmer ... like spring skiing. Nice tips.
This video was recommended following my first fat biking ride. I had a ton of fun, but found it very challenging and fell a whole lot! I'd do it again, but was comforted by your opening message that the first few rides are a bit tough. Thanks for this video.
I have a fat ebike and use it in winter. So much fun !
Great Video. I just moved to the western slope in Colorado. I am a Fat Bike rider and your winter tips are great. I ride on either a 27'.5 plus bike with 3.0 tires or my full fat bike with 4.8 tires year round.
Great video! I have a fat bike but still always like checking out videos. You touched on it right at the end, but to anyone thinking about getting a fat bike they can be a blast year round! The extra weight of the bikes may not be for everyone when a much lighter, conventional bike is obviously a more appropriate tool for the job, but if you like monster trucking over and through anything in your path fat bikes are always great.
For the sake of helping people who might not know what to expect, like myself before getting my own, I'm not overly fit but I have done 1000m of elevation gain in one ride, finished an American century, and occasionally fly past a road bike on the flat. All very fun and rewarding with big tires!
All great info, lots I have discovered via my own trial and error, but this vid covers a lot of important info for the newbie.
Covered all the major points in a concise manner with none of the fluff in other videos. I, myself, use heated gloves and socks to combat the cold here in Alberta, it makes cold hands and feet a thing of the past.
Cogfather Glad you liked it. I’d imagine sub zero (in Fahrenheit) it would be nice to have some heated gloves. We don’t have too many days below zero here luckily.
love the jazzy soundtrack! So easy to listen to.
Great video. Im considering getting into this and this was super helpful.
Ty! This video was very informative and will be of great assistance. I live in Western Montana and it would be great to ride in the winter.
Awesome. Glad you found it helpful!
Right on the money....I’m on a Farley 7 and love it especially with full studded tires
Yes, you are right, it does take a few times out there to understand conditions and the way your body handles cold temperatures. I actually run studded tires on my mountain bike which is fine when the trail is packed solid or icy. But having the fat bike definitely would be ideal in soft snow.
This is the best fat bike fundamental video I've seen! Thank you!
Glad you liked it!
Thanks for giving some practical information. It is nice to have specific details, like temperature ranges and snow fall amounts.
Thanks for the feedback. Glad you liked it.
@@bikersedge I would like to do some fat biking this winter over here in CO. That is a beautiful bike by the way.
Great video, useful content. Thx
Great video! Great advise. The only thing I would add is boot gaiters. When riding flats in your winter hiking boots, they make a world of difference on creek crossings or days with deep snow.
Great tip!
I use those toe warmer packets for those really cold rides, they don’t really heat up your feet but it definitely keeps them from freezing. Also use neoprene socks.
That Why Big Iron is beautiful. Such a fun bike.
Great video- I’m curious to know if you ride a fat bike in the summer at all?
Fat tire ebikes is where it’s at . Good vid. New follower. Just bought two Jeep 26x4.8 fat tire ebikes for Wyoming snow and St George Sand .
He'll figure it out,bought an IGO EXTREME 3.0. Could not agree with you more. Was in the snow for almost 20 km today ,try that with legs alone.
Interesting, thanks! I learned a thing or two and that's what its all about :-)
Old Man Fat Bike Awesome. Glad it was worthwhile!
Thanks! Great advice. Subbed and commented so I did my part! Brought home my Farley 9.6 today!
Thanks! Glad you liked it.
Thanks! Gonna hit Canmore ALberta 1st time tomorrow! keep on riding!!!!
Stay warm!
Step 1: Motorize it with a 1000watt hub motor kit!
Very nice vid my friend. Keep your good job.
Great video! I live in Wisconsin and just bought the 2021 Rocky Mountain Blizzard 20 and have no idea what I'm getting myself into. Lol!
How’d it work out for you? I live in southeast Wisconsin and will probably get one for next winter.
@@BeginnerToWhistler I LOVE it. I have yet to give it a proper ride on the snow trails... but the way our winter is going, I'm sure I'll have more opportunities. It's surprisingly fun on streets and trials. It's not fast, but it is the most comfortable bike I've ever owned. Feels more like a motorcycle that you have to pedal than a bicycle.
Solid video! What type of base layer do you recommend? Wool? I find I get really sweaty, then the chills, back and forth.
A merino wool layer is perfect for going under a softshell jacket. Most layers will work as long as it isn't cotton. Make sure it's a wicking fabric that will pull sweat away from your skin. That will help with the chills.
A good rule of thumb for not overheating is to make sure you're pretty cold in the parking lot before you start pedaling. If you feel comfortable there, you're going to overheat quickly on the trail.
Good honest info - thanks!
But what I really want to know is:
Are the non-TR Maxxis Minions (that often come stock on fat bikes) any good for winter riding. I've heard everything from they're good to they're no good. It's something I'd like a clear no-nonsense answer to.
Lots of good info! I purchased my first fat bike this year and there is no snow in sight haha
Great video! Got a fatbike yesterday and I’m gonna take it out for the first time tomorrow!
Awesome! Let us know how it goes.
He didn’t follow up. Probably died on the ride
Great run down!
This was VERY helpful! Thank you so much!!!!!!!! :)
Glad you liked it!
What I am waiting for is heated handgrips, I also snowmobile and they are invaluable for that. A battery source would be needed, but no problem for a fat e-bike.
Now there’s an idea.
Yukon XL at my local bike shop. My eyes went.. 😍. 1630 price tag. I've never been on a fat tire bike. It handled awesome.
Hey, cool video. Can you mount 27.5" tyre on 26" rim? Any ideas where can buy really big tyres in EU? Thanks!
Nice Video! Very informative.
rockclimber1980 thanks! Glad you liked it.
Came back again to check out those hoops!! How are the Enve's working out for you?
They’re great. They ride light and makes the bike ride more like a normal bike.
It’s amazing
Great vid!
Thanks!
Great video. Nice bike!
Hey thanks!
Great video! I have gone fat biking once and ride my regular bike in the winter lots. It's something I want to get into. Any videos on beginner fat bikes?
It can be so much fun and 9/10 times it beats the indoor trainer. We don't have any videos about them yet, but if you want more info give us a call or shoot us an email and we would be happy to talk you through some options.
@@bikersedge Biker's Edge wow thanks for the reply! I'm still kicking tires at my LBS as of right now. Just picked up a Giant Trance 3 a week ago so I wont be officially on the market till probably next season. I will keep you guys in mind when I get more serious about a purchase.
Do you think 4.6 inch wide tires would be good for all year round mountain biking
If you're trying to get away with only having one set of tires, a 4.6" width would be a good compromise. Ideally, you'd have a set of 4.0" for summer and a 4.8" for snow. Both of those tire widths should fit on one wheelset as long as your internal rim width is between 70-85mm.
Next question... what model pant is that from Pearl Izumi? Thanks again!
The Summit AmFIB Lite. They're good to low twenties/high teens without a layer underneath. Much colder and you'll want the regular Summit AmFIBs or a base layer.
Great fatbiking info, I will recommend this video to all newbie fatbikers! Video would be better with lower volume on the background music, or just no music. Good choice of music, but it competes with your speaking.
Greg Henderson good feedback. Thanks!
I agree, really quite music or none at all.
What do you think about compromising tire size a bit in order to have narrower Q factor? I’m looking at the the Otso Voytek with a 183 mm Q factor that can run up to a 26x4.6” tire. Think I’ll regret not having a larger tire in Montana snow on mostly groomed trails?
A 4.6” tire is pretty wide. I’ve also found that as long as the trails are groomed and not covered in more than a couple inches of fresh snow, anywhere between 4 to 5” works pretty well.
Thanks for the tips, just got my Fat bike and went for my first snow ride yesterday , it was probably the most frustrating ride I ever had, could not get any real forward motion and my clipless pedals just packed up with snow, guess that’s what happens when you have no clue, but I will keep trying
Stick with it! It gets better.
Good vid. Well done!
Thanks for the kind words!
Hey Zach, I really want to buy a Fatbike so I can go riding with my boy. That being said, I intend on using it year round maybe 1-2 times a week. Being from a suburb in New England, there are some small hilly forest trails, but def aren't any sand dunes nice prepped dirt tracks around. We haven't even been getting decent snowfall for the past 6+ years it seems. So about 50% of the terrain would certainly be pavement. After watching some 101 videos, I need to ask if a FatTire bike is still a viable option for my biking needs.? Also I'm 6'1, 230 lbs w athletic background, so which bike would you recommend for my stature?
This is pretty much the worst time to pick one up due to the availability. I prefer an inexpensive Fat Tire Bike that I won't feel guilty riding through a bunch of salt. But if you're looking for a better one you can't go wrong with a Diamondback, Specialized, or even a higher-end Mongoose( if you can find one)
I got one today and first ride I had a blast I was doing cat walks and jumped it a couple feet off the ground
Great video!
Thanks!
I bought myself a fat bike a month ago and hopped on it without learning anything about fat bike riding beforehand. I should have watched this video before. I would have enjoyed my rides a lot more. For one thing the manufacturer recommended tire pressure of 20-30 lbs. I wanted soft so I pumped them to 20 lbs. Now I know what I was doing wrong.
I’m 350 lbs and from New Jersey. i really want to get back healthy and thinking about biking. any recommendations you have on a bike that can support my weight?
One bike that comes to mind is the Salsa Mukluk. They have one with an alloy frame for around $2,000. Something without suspension would probably be a good place to start.
We bought 4. Awesome bike. How about video on tune ups. Handle bar raise.
In the clothing tips I'd recommend a Balaclava. For me, if my head, neck, ears, and mouth are warm it helps me be a lot more comfortable. Particularly my neck and face; if those aren't warm, my chest gets really tight and I have a hard time breathing. Excellent video Zach! I can share this with plenty of people. Great tips.
MusicManMTB Great suggestion. As you can tell Zach is blessed with a natural, bushy balaclava. So it must have slipped his mind.
Haha! Yeah a beard is definitely helpful too I'm sure. Lol.
So, I'm looking at getting a "Fat Bike" souly because they look bad ass... but I am seeing ALOT of snow ride videos, I live in Canada so that shouldn't be an issue lol but I am looking to go Trail Riding on my Fat Bike in the Summer months. Is this going to be an issue? I LOVE trails, I don't do Expert Trails or Balck Diamond style trails. More so Logging roads and maybe the odd Inner Woods trail, still pretty mild trails though. With Global Warming being what it is Canada doesn't have the best Winters anymore so is a Fat Bike good for summer riding also? The amount of snow videos has me kind of second guessing my choice as far as a Fat Bike goes... any input from anyone would be appreciated.
Great content though dude, appreciate the tips and advice 🤟
Glad you like the videos! Personally I’m not the biggest fan of fat bikes on dirt. They tend to feel a little slow and sluggish. If you’re only going to have one bike for snow and dirt, it would have to be a fat bike though.
realy nice video 👍
Why thank you.
Thanks guy's this is exactly the info i need. I think ill stop by and look at the fatt'ys in your shop.
Awesome. Glad you liked it. Looking forward to seeing you at the shop.
thanks for the info! It's hard to find a studded 27.5 x 4.5 tire right now. I think the cake eater and bontrager are the only ones in that size...sold out online. Just getting my fat bike together for this season in Park City. Thoughts on mud guards on fat bikes?
I know this is probably a stupid question but what do you think about a fat bike being an everyday bike all year?
Some people love it. Most folks would probably be happier on a normal mountain bike for dirt trails, but some people do the fat bike year round.
I got injured just before winter so I neglected to buy a fat bike. Almost healed up now and wishing I had bought one because I can’t ride right now, waiting for this Wisconsin winter to start to give way. 🙁
Are there any brands of fat bikes you could recommend there is really no information i can find on a dependable brand of fat bikes
We carry, Giant, Norco, Why and Salsa. We are happy to recommend any of those.
I've always found these "pogies" (or bar mitts or w/e) that the Americans seem to use really funny. Here in Finland I haven't seen anybody using them. I normally wear just light padded leather gloves or other light winter gloves that you can pick for less than 10$ and I've never gotten cold hands in temperatures above -20°C (-4°F). Like, I can understand a person getting cold in the fingers or feet if you have to just stand outside for hours on end in -20°C (-4°F), but with all the blood flow from physical excercise it's just not normal unless you're wearing paper.
If I’m mainly on flat surface tire pressure is good?
It really depends on the surface, your weight and the riding style. For snow, a good starting point is in the 5-6 PSI range. You can experiment with that though. For dirt you'll run higher pressures - closer to 8 -12ish.
It’s a bike for newbs !!!!! It practically balances wicked fun too ride tho
@04:12 Layer, Layer pants on fayer. ^^
Good tips.
Hey thats good info. I am also looking for fat bike. I am curious to know the model of your bike which shows in video. Can you share the details of this bike?
It’s a Why Cycles Big Iron. Great titanium fatbike!
@@bikersedge Is it available on Amazon ? Please share the link to buy it.
@@sagarmore132 Definitely not on amazon. It's sold through bike shops.
What brand of carbon wheels were those?
Enve. They’re just up the street from us. Love them.
What gloves do you recommend
Lately I’ve been liking the 100% Brisker Gloves for cool temps. When it gets really cold you’ve got to break out the Bar Mitts. With those you can use regular gloves or something like the Brisker underneath. Full on winter gloves can be tough to ride in.
Just play friend. Less theories and more fun in the biking
great video..I'm gonna start fat biking this winter..northern ontario canada..
Rad. It's always nice to get outside and ride in the winter.
Same here, just bought a full sus carbon fatbike but i"m in southern ontario
It’s literally the Long board of bikes
Yes, I have wanted to try Fat biking, though they aren't all that commonly seen here in the Unites States of Kingdom ans most shops don't stock anything Fat. But now I own two of the Fat beasties!!! 👍👍 And I love 'em to bits!!!! ❤️❤️
The first one was a Coyote Skid Row cheapie ans is a bit heavy at 48lbs, but the second is a Calibre Dune and is 9.5 kilos lighter. Both have 4.0 x 26 inch tires that, I calculated, hold 9.0. litres of air each.
Hehe, don't you just love mixing yer measuring data to confuse peeps?
Four star video.
Out of how many?
Four out of four stars.
@@craighenry7915 Well thats better than we ever could have hoped for. Thanks!
your tyres are tubeless ?
Yes. It makes a huge difference on a fat bike. Those tubes are huge and heavy.
Great tips broseph!
wish the temp was also in Celsius.
32f = 0c
21f = -6.1c
10f = -12.2c
Fat tire biking winter in Juneau Alaska. Bad idea then.
Has anyone done a fat in the front and a normal in the back or vice versa?
Not sure I've ever heard of a setup like that. I'm sure it's been tried before.
@@bikersedge not that you have to but would you be willing to?
You’d have to find a frame that would accommodate it. I don’t know if any that would work. The hub spacing wouldn’t be right.
I like those with 30hp. Engines...🥊
What is the world? I Run mine at 30psi. It would be completely flat at 5psi. What am I missing?
It’s a fat bike. At 30 psi they’re going to be terrible.
@@bikersedge It's perfect, not terrible. But I weight 280 pounds
@@kokalti in snow?
Nevermind. My psi gauge is not calibrated right. It's probably lower then what I think.
this'll fall on deaf ears, but...
if you're sharing a trail with "regular" bike riders, please be considerate with your fat bikes....the ruts you leave are deep, they re-frieze and harden, and they'll yank the front wheel right out of your hands if you hit one wrong. The straighter you ride, the better for the rest of us.
I've been winter riding for a decade, and the trend to fat bikes has really deteriorated trail conditions for everyone else.
From what I understand, riding any bike when the temps are too warm is poor form. A little consideration goes a long for mountain bikers.
Never heard of such a thing, they don't leave any ruts at all. They pretty much float on top of everything.
CAnt do 4"!?!? I seen regular tires do 4 "
What are you talking about. If there IS under0 c there IS no broblem.trtaction IS ok gears work fine.. 0 f IS about limit
0:16 - "You're gonna go out, and within the first 5 rides, 2 or 3 of them are going to be the worst rides you've ever had." Wow, really selling it there!
Seriously, though. Great video!
He's not wrong. Ha.
What kinda of fat bike that is?
It’s the Why Cycles Big Iron
Seat post to high , very hard on your wrist and shoulders that frame is to small
is to high should not be above handle bars that frame is to small for you
Cool. You got it. Fit is very different for different folks.
I question the validity of every single thing this guys said... As he's standing out in the cold just talking about fat biking. I mean, if he's just going to talk, a nice warm living room makes soooo much more sense... (Footage of actually riding in the cold, that would have made sense...)
I have to question the validity of everything you say. You’re just a stranger on the internet.
Sluggish and heavy peddling. Great for flats but hills will kill
I mean it’s kind of the only way to pedal in the snow.
@@bikersedge it feels like the bike is dragging a heavy object that's digging into the ground
@@dragonryderzx14r57 yeah but how else are you going to ride in the snow?
What the heck is on his handle bars
Pogies. Watch the video. He talks all about them.
I like how he pretends sand doesn't exist.
What is this sand you speak of?
Lol my dad just bought me a fat bike
It just snowed here. You better get after it now.
@@bikersedge lol I don’t live near where it snows
@@engineergaming4295 Better find some sand then.
@@bikersedge oh there’s tons of sand in California
Sorry but I have to disagree. I was hooked since the first second getting on a fat bike.
Awesome! They can be a ton of fun.
This is the worst fat bike, fundamental video I’ve ever seen! You didn’t make mention of anything other than just riding in the snow. A Fat Bike is a regular bicycle it can be ridden everywhere. If you’re going to create a video that says fat, biking 101, it needs to cover all aspects of what a fat bike is and what it can do. You didn’t cover anything except for snow, you didn’t even mention other aspects of versatility. You should also respect the fact that the fat bike is a mountain bike and let people know that it has a much more versatility that just snow!
Thanks! Glad you liked it so much.
Not gonna lie, here's my rating on this review: 3/10
I give your comment a 1/10. If we're being honest.