Bikes usually create a generic all-purpose model, but Mongoose digs into the needs of individual bikers and offers a whole range of bikes to suit every riding style. They do this by talking to the people, especially enthusiasts. In the early days of the BMX, Skip Hess demonstrated how the viral spreading of an idea happened. From the biggest hits on the mountain or in the park to the urban jungle, Mongoose is an authentic brand that produces durable products built for real riders. These sizes refer to the overall size of the frames and parts but the wheel diameter will remain the same at 20” despite the width of the tyres varying. Race bikes are designed specifically with the track in mind, they are nimble lightweight machines for putting down quick lap times. Typically, they are constructed from lightweight materials like aluminium and carbon fibre to keep the weight down and the rider at the front of the pack. We will delve into each of these bike categories later in this article. Old school bmx decals for all your Mongoose and BMX Products bikes, including grips, pads, & seats. Just add this service to your order at checkout when prompted. Choosing the correct size BMX bike is very important, bikes that are too large will be cumbersome and hard to manoeuvre and bikes that are too small can feel cramped and hard to keep under control. Get the best value on product protection including fast repairs or replacements. Bikes for professionals could weigh less or more depending on the riding category. If you want to bolt out hot once the Race Gates open, the Mongoose Elite 24-inch BMX is what you need. This bike is capable of high-end performance and has the right components to prove it. It’s been a minute since we have heard the words “Mongoose” and “BMX Racing” uttered in the same sentence. Later this week, BMX News will join media from the MTB and general cycling press at Pacific Cycle headquarters in Madison, Wisconsin for the launch of the 2018 line of Mongoose bicycles. This week, Mongoose brings them both back — and everything that comes along with them. RECO was a wholly owned manufacturing division created for insurance purposes to be separate from BMX Products, Inc, even though RECO was always produced in-house. It was headed by Vice President of Manufacturing Hoppy Brooks, in his attempt to market motorcycle frames. This is also why we aren’t going for the frame only sale, because we have a complete for less than what most frames are going for. Newsis naturally curious about all things BMX—especially when it involves the return of a storied brand to the BMX Racing fold. If you are not familiar with the history of Mongoose in BMX Racing, we’re including an awesome video at the bottom of this article. If you are planning on using the bike in rain or bad weather, we do strongly advise choosing a model with fully sealed bearings all round. 6061 Tectonic T1 biaxial hydroformed and butted aluminum frame with 86mm BB shell, tapered headtube, 3D forged 10mm dropouts and internal cable routing. Capable of high-end performance – a bike designed for riders with intermediate skills all the way up to pro – the Mongoose Title Elite Pro XXL BMX race bike is ... Intermediates usually get new cranks, wheels, and pedals–but the frame and other components remain. The 2019 Mongoose Title Complete is available in eight sizes . The photo above shows the Expert size–one of the four we purchased for loaners at our track. If you’re making that kind of comparison, let us encourage you to move on to the “titanium Disneyland” page; there’s nothing to see here. And yes, we working on a Micro as a late 2018 intro due to track feedback, international markets and a nudge from dR, based on popularity in the League. For 2018 we’ve expanded the range to Mini, Junior, Expert, Pro, ProXL, ProXXL and Pro 24. In what Mongoose calls a “special treat,” they will come packaged in the same litho-laminated white box from the ‘80s, with classic Mongoose artwork.