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Fat Tribe Friday Octubre Veinte-Veinte
We share reader’s photos from New Mexico, Minnesota, Belgium, Canada, Alaska and Idaho!
Gravel Tire Trio Panaracer/Maxxis/Bontrager
It’s been a summer to remember, that’s for certain. I’ve been lucky enough to log over thirty-five hundred miles so far this year and a bunch of those miles have been riding a trio of gravel bike tires on a trio of gravel bikes. Here’s a bit of feedback about the Panaracer Gravel King SS, […]
First Look – FSA K-Wing AGX Carbon Drop Bars
In this crazy year of ‘virtual trade shows’, I had the opportunity to observe an exciting new line of components from FSA (full speed ahead). One of the things that I’ve had on my wish list for a certain pink Salsa Cutthroat (hybrid) that has taken up residency in my garage is a carbon drop […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #82 – Sam Mentkowski Joins the Guys to Chat Cycling
From the Everyday Cycles Studio in Riverwest, Milwaukee, WI we welcome Sam Mentkowski to the show and, of course, talk cycling. JK styling with his Lowside Talkin’ Schmack New cycling site – https://cyclingindependent.com Neck Gaiters vs Masks for COVID protection? – https://www.gearpatrol.com/fitness/health-wellness/a34236764/neck-gaiter-study/ EVH Passing – archived MSE Show on 10/12/20 – https://www.wmse.org/program/the-rock-ride/ David Byrne’s American Utopia – Premier […]
First Look – Extrawheel Mate (Fat-Bike Trailer)
If you follow our social media, you’ve probably seen a picture or two of the new Extrawheel Mate attached to my Fatback Corvus FLT that I call Tenbeers. The Mate is a single wheel cargo trailer that is quite a bit different than other single wheel bike trailers like the BoB or the Coho (both […]
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Wallpaper Wednesday – Allroy!
One of our frequent flyer gold tier members, Allroy, gets his first Wallpaper Wednesday with a lovely autumn view from the top of a ski run. Here’s what he shared about the shot. I took this picture on the top of a Chicopee ski hill in Kitchener Ontario this past week. It was (according to […]
Bontrager Avert Adventure Shoe by Greg Gentle
Bontrager Avert Adventure Shoe Bontrager has followed up on last season’s popular GRX Gravel Shoe with the Avert Adventure Shoe, an all new addition to their casual, all-rounder footwear line. Available in Trek Black and Sandstone, the $174.99 Avert features: Durable, weather resistant, and breathable CORDURA® and suede upper construction for all-day, everyday useHigh-traction reverse […]
G-SPEC TRP TR12 Derailleur and Shifter Kit – by JP Syverud
I have been a huge TRP Sypke Brake Caliper fan boy for years. Something about those dual actuated pads paired with compression-cables just makes a super nice hard braking system without the hassle of hydraulics. So, when I was at my local bike shop buying another GX Eagle cassette for my skinny fat bike wheel […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #81 – 3 Guys Chatting
Sven, JK and Tony shoot the schmack at the Everyday Cycles Studio for Show # 81 Tony out testing the Surface 604 Boar Talkin’ Schmack Rumour that Fatboy is done?No more Bike Magazine – https://www.bikemag.com/news/goodbye-for-now/ Sure are a lot of sites posting press releases about a new Bike Box from BikeFlights at $149.95 for cardboard. They […]
New 2021 (Made in Canada) – Devinci Minus
Devinci released their “Proudly Canadian” Minus Fat-Bike today and shared some photos and spec’s with us. Take a look and let us know what you think. From Devinci ~ The Minus is a Made in Canada, mega-footprint snow destroyer that will make you rethink your next winter vacation. To ensure the Minus lives up to […]
Showers Pass – Elements Jacket
Our Apparel Editor, Mr. Greg Gentle, sent over some details about the new Showers Pass Waterproof Elements Jacket that he’ll be testing in the coming autumn season. Buckle up buttercup… The fat-bike.com apparel category is about to shift into overdrive! SHOWERS PASS INTRODUCES THE WATERPROOF “ELEMENTS” JACKET Portland, OR – Showers Pass today introduces the […]
Gnomeproof Gadgets – Noxgear 39g Wearable Bluetooth Speaker
Three generations of Bluetooth Speakers – L-R Boombotix OG, Noxgear 39g & Boombotix Mini Hi, my nombre esta es Gomez and I’m a gadgetaholic. I’m especially addicted to gadgets that play music. I remember all the way back to the 1960’s, when I was just a kid, we would listen to WLS (a Chicago top […]
Chrome/Gore/Mountain Hardwear – Ride Shorts Roundup
Shorts, Schwartz, and more Shorts – In Wisconsin, we tend to wear shorts as long as it’s above freezing, and certain ‘lumberjack types’ stop shaving on Labor Day. I’ve been testing a slew of new apparel for the last few months, all while living the bike life. My waistline has been trending downwards, so I […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #80 – We Catch Up With Shannon and Big Sexy Reaches His 27th State Capitol
Shannon Chapwesk provides call-in goodness while Sven, JK and Tony languish in the studio. And Big Sexy reaches his 27th state capitol, yesterday! Tony out testing the Surface 604 Boar. Talkin’ Schmack Ride With GPS has a new “Heat Map” feature – the heatmap highlights were people actually ride.https://ridewithgps.com/news/4931-introducing-the-ride-with-gps-heatmap https://ridewithgps.com/heatmap Garret had his last Mountain Bike event […]
Adam Blake’s Pneu Podcast with Special Guest – Todd Poquette
Photo by 906 Adventure Team The Pneu Podcast is back! This episode comes out swinging with a guy who, we think, is misunderstood by a lot of people. He challenges people to push past their self-imposed limitations and become better people, not just better cyclists. Find out why #quitter isn’t a “jerk thing”, learn about […]
Fat (video) Tuesday – OG Anchorage Clip
Here’s a blast from the past! This is from a decade ago. March of 2010 to be exact. The video is from tscheezy and I’ve followed his youtube channel since the early days. I got o to ride a bunch of the trails that are in this video last March with Fatbassador Travis. Anchorage in […]
Global Fat-Bike Day 2020
If my math is correct (it usually isn’t) we’re looking down the barrels of Global Fat-Bike Day number nine…
Full Spectrum Cycling # 79 – Ian Klepetar From Bike Benefits is Back in Wisconsin While JT Hovers in the Background
Ian Klepetar from Bicycle Benefits is back in Wisconsin and chats up Sven, JK and Tony while Trusky joins us at the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio as well, sans microphone. Looks like we’ve gotta look in to how to get another guest on the show! Sometimes 4 just isn’t enough. Talkin’ Schmack Reader’s Rig: Dave’s […]
The Ranger Waterproof Hip Pack by Showers Pass – by Greg Gentle
The fanny pack has an interesting history. Once celebrated as an essential accessory for the bespoke wilderness hiker, it’s undeniable charm and versatility crossed over to the urban landscape in 1980s. It had a good run until its popularity plummeted in the 1990s. To wear a fanny pack in the 2000s was deemed risky behavior. […]
Wallpaper Wednesday – “Zandmotor” in Monster
Olivier Descamps sent in this week’s Wallpaper Wednesday. His picture was taken last Monday evening at the “Zandmotor” in Monster, The Netherlands. The Zandmotor is a place where the Dutch try to lengthen the beach and shoreline as a coastal defense by pumping sand onto the beach. The coastline around the Zandmotor is constantly changing. […]
Fat (video) Tuesday – Reindeer Stew
Kit Monsen made a movie about a bike trip he calls the Tour de Dovre that includes a recipe for Reindeer Stew. Don’t worry if you can’t get a tasty reindeer, you can substitute venison, lamb, or carne de gnome in a pinch. It’s like a cooking show and a fat-bike video all wrapped in […]
Tifosi Sledge Review by Dustin Marsh
Tio Gomez must have noticed that my trade show giveaway sunglasses had replaced my worn out and definitely no longer in style big “O” brand cycling shades. Almost out of the blue, a package appeared in my mailbox from Tifosi Optics. I’m not usually a fan of bright or showy items as a part of […]
Chewey’s Salon Chair #2 – RAGBRAI Stories with Jeremy Williams
Jeremy Williams and I met…… shit I don’t really remember when. But we’ve been riding bikes and drinking beer for that long. He’s a life long RAGBRAI participant, and has helped organize weekly rides here in Rochester. He is the first official interview actually in the salon chair! And, as it is with most RAGBRAI story […]
Küat’s new Transfer v2 Bike Rack
Küat’s most popular rack has been updated and now comes in multiple configurations with the ability to hold 1 to 4 bikes with wheel bases ranging from 18″ to 52″. Below is a press release about the new upgrade. NEWS RELEASE The Küat Transfer Rack Gets the v2 Upgrade The Transfer v2 Boasts Increased Capability […]
Fat Tribe Friday – GFBD 2020 – Positive Vibrations
It’s pert near fall so that means that it’s time to think about the OG of fat-bike holidays – Global Fat-Bike Day. As we’re all aware, this year is fraught with pandemic concerns and I’ve been spending a fair amount of time trying to come up with a plan that addresses everyone’s concerns. I have […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #78 – Chewey’s Steel is Real Plans-Big Sexy in West Virginia-Where’s Tony?
Tony was out working this week so Kim sat in for a few choice words with Sven and JK in the Everyday Cycles Studio, Chewey called the boys with his Steel is Real plans (including Spinner!) and Big Sexy has been putting the miles on Heater as he makes it to West Virginia and now […]
ZEAL™ Pro Launches Protection for Mountain and Fat-Bikes
Zeal Pro is testing the waters of Fat-Bike transit protection with a Kickstarter Campaign. The new product is part of virtual Sea Otter that’s happening right now. Take a look and let’em know what you think in the comments below. Press Release Highland, Utah, September 17, 2020 – After a very successful launch of ZEAL™ […]
Wallpaper Wednesday – Morden Manitoba
Craig Doell sent us a shot of his Salsa Blackborrow (before it went sport-wagon) up in Manitoba! This particular model year of the Blackborrow is one of the only mass-produced fat-bikes sold in the US that can run Vee Tire 2XL’s. Mi Amigo, Ward, rides one and runs shaved 2XL’s for the beach. It looks […]
Super Sparrow bottles
For the past few weeks I’ve been using these Super Sparrow water bottles after they dropped into Wales. Super Sparrow was founded in 2015 with the aim of providing people with the ability to easily enjoy both hot and cold drinks and always stay hydrated on-the-go. The bottles I chose to test were a 500ml Sports […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #77 – JK’s Birthday – Zion Trippery – Steel is Real Prep
Sven, JK and Tony are in Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio where we revel in the glory of JK’s birthday, chat about his recent Zion trip, recount another Steel is Real recon ride, talk electric bikes like the Surface 604 Boar fatbike and other nonsense you’ll just have to listed to to appreciate. Playing in Honey […]
Wren Bar & Stem Review
Back in June, we posted a ‘First Look’ about the Wren 350 Series Bar and Crazy Lightweight Stem that’s been bolted to the Steer Tube of my fat-bike, and today I’m going to share my thoughts on how all that worked out. If you’d like to see just how light these Wren components are, just […]
Wallpaper Wednesday – JohnClimber
John Climber is back with this week’s Wallpaper Wednesday. John’s a veteran contributor of gorgeous fat-bike pixels from the British Isles and beyond. I liked this shot, because it reminds me of one of my favorite ride centers over here in the Colonies in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. Got your own Wallpaper Worthy Photo? We […]
The Slippery Peak of the Witch (Video)
A few weeks back I set off to do this bikepacking trip but bailed as I wasn’t in the ‘zone’. I was pretty gutted as the weather was perfect, no wind, no cloud and the chance of a great sunrise. Fast forward 4 weeks and I wasn’t going to let it go as I again […]
The Danger Gnome Podcast – Gnometember Holiday Special with Hugh Jass, Chris Daisy, Aristotle Peters and AK Fatbassador – Travis!
Listen to hear what’s up at the Fat dash Bike dot com home office and what might be in store for the Hugh Jass Fat-bike Race Series this coming winter. We chat with our Fatbassador Travis about a Ti Corvus Prototype that he saw recently and more. We check in with Aristotle Peters who’s working […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #76 – John Trusky Joins the Guys in the Studio
Cycling industry veteran, John Trusky, joins Sven, JK and Tony in the Everyday Cycles Studio. JT Talkin’ Schmack Another excuse for a ride SIR reconJK’s got a new Lowside!Demo Wyatt Maverick Fatbike Medium with Wren Inverted Suspension Fork – SOLD!Petrruchi vs Yngwei Jen’s bike was stolen!USBR 30 and reroute, when the ferry isn’t running, 230 are […]
Salsa Updates the EXP Series Anything Cradle and Anything Cage systems.
On September 2, Salsa will be releasing updated versions of its EXP Series Anything Cradle and Anything Cage systems. EXP – Platform Update The Anything Cradle collection now features: Arms compatible with 35.0 mm bars (includes shims for 31.8 mm bars)New Side-Load and Top-Load Dry Bags for easier use with flat or drop barsA redesigned EXP […]
Wallpaper Wednesday – Jeff Price
I can’t remember if Jeff Price has ever been featured on Wallpaper Wednesday, but today’s featured photo comes to us from the one and only Summttoppler aka Jeff Price. Jeff has been a regular Fat (video) Tuesday contributor and he’s also a full-patch’d member of the Bike Black Ribbon Society. You can check out JP’s […]
Fat (video) Tuesday – Old Man Fat Bike gets new Enve Wheels
Our Fatbassador to the Ozarks, Old Man Fat-Bike – aka ; Yens, shares his thoughts on his new set of wheels from Enve Composites. My-man Julio reviewed the same wheelset and you can check out his thoughts, right here – https://fat-bike.com/2019/04/enve-m685-wheelset-and-fat-fork-review-by-julio/. Julio is our Fatbassador to the Front Range and quite possibly even more than […]
Kona Libre CR Review by Dustin Marsh
I’ve been throwing down both long and short rides on the Kona Libre CR gravel bike this year. I had daily 16 mile round trip commutes and weekend parties on the bike up to 250 miles. All those rides added up to almost 900 miles total over the review period, which provided lots of opportunities […]
Chewey’s Salon Chair #1 – Talking with Sov, formerly of Surly, in Decorah
For this Podcast of Chewey’s Salon Chair we only thought it fitting that the first interview be with Eric Sovern (Sov to most of the world) AND not have him in the chair. Instead, we are in Decorah IA at the Cabin Not On A Lake at the picnic table. Sov has retired from the bike […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #75 – In the Studio with Sven, JK and Tony
8/25/2020 – Show #75 Sven, JK and Tony are in the Everyday Cycles Riverwest Studio. This week we are 3/4 of the way to 100! Sam D. is lurking in the background for this one. We will get him on a hot mic soon! Puck taking a breather on our Steel is Real Recon Ride. […]
PDW Hot Take Review by Dustin Marsh
Portland Design Works Hot Take After a lovely weekend ride at the storied Levis-Trow Mounds trail, I returned to my vehicular device to find a funky little beverage holder gadget named Hot Take made by Portland Design Works (PDW). Some gnome must have dropped it off while I wasn’t looking. PDW makes all sorts of […]
Wallpaper Wednesday – Extrawheel Mate
Today’s Wallpaper Wednesday features the newest addition to our product testing department, the Extrawheel Mate bikepacking trailer. Extrawheel is located in Harklowa, Poland, and makes single-wheel bike trailers and dry-bag panniers for bikepacking. Last Winter, they created a fat-bike version of their trailer called the “Mate”. We were slated to receive our test trailer last […]
Wren – Tinker Juarez Signature Carbon Water Bottle Cage Review
A “gravel” bike came in for review, complete with some new bottle grabbers from Wren Sports to test out. The lines of these cages are smooth and the glossy carbon finish pops in the sunlight. There’s no need to wait for a rainbow to show up in the sky, the world champion stripes are already […]
Full Spectrum Cycling #74 – 3000 People on Black is Beautiful Ride 2 and Big Sexy is in Indiana
Sven, JK and Tony are in the studio where we revisit the Black is Beautiful Ride 2, talk about why the Steel is Real Ride won’t be heading north, check in with Big Sexy in Indiana to learn why he has a new phone and thoughts on Illinois vs Indiana and a whole lot more… […]