Alaska bound
From time to time my job sends me off to some pretty cool destinations. Yesterday I booked a flight to Alaska for an upcoming Deadliest Catch project. I've never been to Alaska so I'm stoked. Now, because I'll be puddle jumping out to Dutch Harbor I will certainly be leaving my bike behind. But, it did get me thinking about how the folks out that way get around on two wheels. It' really great to see how many bike companies have responded to the need for a snow loving bicycle. Here is a quick list of some of the best of the best 'Fat Bikes'
Wildfire Design's Fat Bike. Built in Alaska
Viscous Cycles Thunderwing
The most popular fatbike out there is undoubtedly Surly's Puglsey
There are certainly a few other manufacturers out there, and there are even some bikes that will accomodate a straight conversion to a fatbike if you're inclined to do so.
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December 31st, 2009 - 16:25
We dont have to much snow on the ground the last few days, we dont get as cold as other parts of Alaska, and we do have bike business here on the island, many of the crew off of cruise boats ride their bikes here when they port. we have great trails for mountian bikes
December 31st, 2009 - 19:10
Thanks for the great information Brenda. Hopefully, I’ll have some free time while I’m there. I’d love to hop on a bike and explore the island.
January 4th, 2010 - 21:23
Evening Christian. I bought your Tommaso fixed bike but also have always liked the look of the arctic style fat tire bikes. On your trip to AK hopefully you will have a chance to ride one. If so please post pics
By the way I LOVE the Tommaso. Great bike just changed tires along with wheel true and am loving it!
-todd
January 5th, 2010 - 17:08
Glad you love the bike. I’ve been trying to replace it ever since I sold it.
As for Alaska, just found out that my shoot was cancelled 3 days before heading off. So, no fat tire bikes for me.