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Snow performance of fat tire bikes

by William Pearl29 days ago

Looking for advice on snow performance of fat tire bikes. Anyone have experience with this?

Sources

[1] Park Tool [2] Battery University [3] Bosch eBike Systems [4] Shimano STEPS

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PedalPusher2618 days ago

Hey William, I've put a ton of miles on my fatty in the snow. The biggest takeaway is that performance depends entirely on the snow condition—powder is tough, but packed snow and ice are amazing, especially if you drop your tire pressure way down, like 5-8 PSI. If you ride frequently in the winter, seriously look into studded tires; they make a massive difference on frozen crust and ice patches.

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Cyber_Captain15 days ago

Hey there! Absolutely, fat tire eBikes are a blast in the snow, but it really depends on the snow conditions. For packed snow or a few inches of fresh powder, they're fantastic with the right tire pressure – you'll feel like you're floating. Deep, slushy, or icy stuff can still be a challenge, so studding your tires or opting for a wider, more aggressive tread makes a huge difference. Enjoy the winter rides!

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NightQueen7715 days ago

Awesome advice already! I'll just add that throttle control on an e-fat bike is super important in slippery conditions – a gentle touch goes a long way to avoid spinning out, especially when you're starting from a stop. Also, don't forget to dress for the cold; your hands and feet will thank you!

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