Aluminum Frame Fatbike Comparison Buyers Guide (*as of 9/1/15) |
When shopping for a front suspension fatbikes and looking at reviews, there are three essentials to look for. 1) For best handling, comfort and control look for Rockshox Bluto Suspension Forks (worth $600 alone). 2) For enhanced ride quality, traction and virtually flat-free riding (when converted) look for MuleFut Tubeless Wheels (worth $700 alone) 3) For best power and control, look for hydraulic disc brakes. If your fatbike does not have at least these three top features, expect to spend about $1500 more to get them. |
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Compare FatBike Features |
Motobecane Sturgis Bullet | Trek Farley 5 Fatbike | Specialized Fatboy SE | Framed Minnesota 2.2+Bluto |
| Shipping Cost | Free Shipping 48 States | Trek May Charge | Specialized May Charge | $39.95 For Ground |
| Tires | 26x4.8 inch 120tpi | 26x4.7 inch 120tpi | 26x4.6 inch 120tpi | 26x4 inch 120tpi |
| Frame Fits 5 inch Tires | Yes | Yes | Yes | NO |
| MuleFut Tubeless Wheels | Yes $700 Value | Yes, Front Won't fit Bluto Forks | NO | NO |
| Rockshox Bluto Fork | Yes $600 Value | NO | NO | Yes $600 Value |
| RaceFace Ride Cranks | Yes | Yes | NO | NO |
| Rear Thru Axle | Yes | Yes | NO | NO |
| Advanced Clutch Rear Der. | Yes | Yes | NO | NO |
| Hydraulic Disc Brakes | Yes | Yes | NO | NO |
| Total Sale Price* | $1,499.95 +FREE Ship 48 | $1,729.99 + ? | $1,500 + ? | $1,489.90 |