Is front suspension necessary on a fat bike?

As fat bikes are mainly designed for snow and sand, suspension is only really needed for special reasons. However in theory it is nice to have a front fork that can take some big hits. Again the fat tires usually do well enough for this. But if you have good bike handling skills then you can get away with rigid.

Does Fox make a fat bike fork?

The all-new FACTORY Series 34 FLOAT 27.5+was designed from the ground up to be extra-wide rim and tire ready.

Should you grease bike forks?

The most important part of maintaining your suspension forks, is keeping the fork well lubricated. This means ensuring there is lubrication inside the fork, and that this lubricant isn’t contaminated by dirt from the outside. Suspension forks use a unique oil-based lubrication system.

Why do fat bikes have no suspension?

Why Most Fat Bikes Don’t Have Suspension Traditionally, fit bikes didn’t have suspension because they were created to be ridden on snow and sand where a suspension isn’t needed. Any vibrations or bumps that did happen were easily absorbed by the wide low-pressure tires that acted as shock absorbers.

Do fat tire bikes have suspension?

The majority of fat bike riders run rigid forks and claim there’s no need for suspension, though this summer fat biker begs to differ. The RockShox Bluto features a lockout so you can lock the fork for snow rides in winter and unlock in the summer to tackle rock and root gardens.

What is boost on Fox forks?

Boost is the latest and greatest axle platform which all performance mountain bike frame and fork manufacturers are adopting. Boost widens the rear axle by 6mm and the front axle by 10mm. So what does Boost do for you? A wider axle means that the spacing between your hub’s flanges can be increased.

Are fat tire bikes good for jumps?

If you know how to PROPERLY do jumps and drops, you will be fine. Just remember, your legs and knees are taking the impact. Also, have a decent amount of air in your tires, or this could happen, good thing I planned on replacing these rims anyway.

What kind of fork does a fat bike use?

Detailed specs: 7050 aluminum steerer and 34mm stanchions Forged 6066 aluminum crown and dropouts Adjustable travel: 80mm, 100mm, or 110mm Weight: 4.6 pounds (2100g) Clearance for 4″ tires on […] Just in from Lance at 11Nine Fatbikes is their Fat-bike Suspension Fork and 15mm Thru Axle Front Hub!

How big is a trans fat suspension fork?

I just talked to our amigo, Forest at Carver Bikes and he shared the news about their Trans-Fat Suspension Fork and 15mm Thru Axle Front Hub! Detailed specs: 7050 aluminum steerer and 34mm stanchions Forged 6066 aluminum crown and dropouts Adjustable travel: 80mm, 100mm, or 110mm Weight: 4.6 pounds (2100g) Clearance for 4″ tires on […]

What kind of suspension does a fat bike use?

The fork suspension is made from aluminum-alloy, which means it’s generally lightweight, rust-resistant, and durable. It comes in a black body to blend well with most size 26-inch fat bikes. The fork suspension has a 135mm spread, which means it’s compatible with a 135mm quick-release hub. Additionally, the fork texture is adjustable with air.

What does a suspension fork on a bike do?

The suspension fork refers to the part holding the front wheel to the bicycle frame that contains hydraulic shock absorbers. By absorbing shock and vibrations, a suspension fork offers you a more comfortable ride despite the riding surface’s bumpiness.