The Fat Dummy cargo bike is no different. It features a 4130 Chromoly steel frame with a double-butted main triangle for strength and rigidity. The extended-length cargo area and included fabric panniers allow you to carry a bunch of stuff — groceries, kids, maybe even your partner after a few too many drinks at the bar. That’s ok for a starter bike as long as it doesn’t sour you on the experience. As long as you’re aware shit is gonna break and as long as you’re aware you’re hauling around a lot of extra weight you don’t really have to, and it doesn’t have to be that way, it would be fine. When it comes time to move up, you’ll know what to look for and what you like (and don’t like). Big 180mm SRAM disc brakes help you bring everything to a halt when needed. Now sure, some cyclists may scoff because it’s still a Mongoose and cyclists can be “that way” when it comes to what brand you ride. But I consider myself a cyclist and I can tell you that this bike is designed to be every bit as solid as the other big names you are used to seeing in your local bike shop. 26 x 4-inch all terrain fat tires provide extra stability on dirt, sand, and snow. Your local bike shop has the knowledge, products, and expertise to help you get the most out of your new bike. The bike’s gearing (36-front/18-rear) is far too tall for offroad riding and honestly isn’t really ideal for on-road riding either. I’ll be swapping that rear cog for a large, easier-to-pedal option soon for sure. Call VEE and the others and source out tubes and tires…look out side the box and make YOUR STORE better for YOUR CUSTOMERS so they don’t go look for these else where. And finally source out some parts for an upgrade kit…$150-$175. The Mongoose Malus 26-inch fat tire bike has arrived to save you from the doldrums and put a smile on the faces of all those you pass by. Built with 4-inch tires on a supersized beach cruiser frame and there is plenty of clearance to make it rideable on virtually any terrain. Plus, the Malus has 7-speed twist shifters and front and rear disc brakes so it still has its vein of practicality. Fat tires are all the rage and the Malus is a great bike to add to your stable, and to get out there and have a little fun on. There is nothing you can't do on a Mongoose and almost nowhere you can't go on the Malus. 26-inch wheels fit riders 64 to 74 inches tall.