FAT Biking has
quickly grown from being a fringe novelty to a fully fledged facet of any
mountain biking expedition. It has been one of the best innovations till date
that has shaken up the adventure tourism industry like nothing else. However,
Fat bikes, popularly called Fads, have created as many followers as haters.
While it’s true that anything with two wheels is exciting on a mountain, Fads
are not for everyone. Consequently, it is available only with select manufacturers
as a niche product. The big tired beauties already have international
recognition and we even have a Global Fat Bike Summit every December!
Fads are
argued to be among the first mountain bikes. Earlier called “ballooners”, these
bikes had hugely inflated tires that were popular around Mount Tamalpais, Marin
during the 1970s. There is however no promising evidence about how these bikes
came to be or who conceived the design first. Today, existing bikes are
thoroughly modified to support wider wheels and the tire carcasses got trimmed
to fit new rims. The rims went up to 80 mm thickness and diameters exceeding
four inches. This gave us wheels that could support low pressures, tackle soft
sands, deep snow and even soft clay off-roading.
What does a Fat Bike bring about?
So, what could
be the reasons that a self respecting cycling should go for a Fat sand Bike experience? Well, there
are many to speak about, but mostly, it’s the simple pleasure that comes when
you can forget about rolling resistance, weight or Strava time. After the first
Fad ride, there are big chances that you will fall in love with these biggies.
Here are 10 reasons why the first experience is mandatory:
1.
There’s no
end to the season
The best thing
about a Fad safari in Dubai is that
the season lasts all round the year. Fad bikes are suited for all terrains and
weather conditions and let you explore the deserts any time you want to. Fads
are really the key if you want your biking season to last longer.
2.
It replaces
stress with a lot of fun
Though a lot
many lightweight carbon bodies two wheelers are available in the market, fat
bikes are mindboggling, even for those standards. These biggies aren’t quite
intended to go fast, but the pleasure for sure is among the best experience. Go
for the spin, take time to stop and smell the cacti, breathe in the view, gulp
down chilled beer and most importantly have fun. Fat bikes have reintroduced
the nuances of enjoying every moment of the ride.
3.
Get to
places you never thought were accessible
Yes, Fat bikes
are meant to take you through the most difficult terrain. In fact, there is no
two-wheeled alternative that would suit a safari
in Dubai deserts better. Riders have been traversing sandy, rocky and muddy
terrains and bringing back tales of epic adventures on a Fad! You should have
one too!
4.
Rocks feel
easy
Dubai safari
is not just about long lengths of sinking loose sand. Rocks too have been a
problem for several riders over the years. With suspension equipped bearings,
fat bikes will always support a smoother ride on the most undulating rocks. It
feels like cheating, but it’s not!
5.
Low
environmental impact
Fat bikes have
a pressure range between 3 and 5 psi that will leave ‘zero’ trace on the sand.
Further, the total exclusion of any fossil fuel contributes to the cause of
environmental readiness. If you are planning on a safari in Dubai sands, Fat bikes are the best way to go about it.
6.
Closer
connection to the wildlife
Every cyclist
understands the meditative effect of a relaxing bike ride. This way, you will
notice every ripple in the sand, hear the crunching of sand under the hooves of
Arabian Oryx and be able to take deep breaths of the occasional but precious
greenery on the way. Fat bike ride
allows you the opportunity to get more curious about every small thing that
belongs to the Dubai sands.
7.
Completely
safe
Compared to
motorized ATVs and dune bashing quad bikes, fat sand bikes are the safest way to enjoy the desert. Further, you
do no harm to the fragile animals living just below the sand’s surface and get
to respect the local ecosystem.
8.
Fun for all
If you are
visiting Dubai with your family or friends, a Fat bike would be the best way to
explore the dunes in groups. This will be an activity that everyone will be
able to enjoy. Also, anyone above 130 cm will be able to comfortably ride a fad
bike. So, why not travel together and have the real fun of the terrain.
9.
You achieve
humility
Riding a Fad
is hard work, but at the same time you learn how life is about in this part of
the world. It is the heat that makes the tour exotic. So, opposed to sitting
back in your chair in an AC restaurant, try something more apt to the safari.
10.
An excuse to
buy a Fad!
If you have
ever been tired of paintball, bowling and the mini golf, this is something new
to do. The Fat sand bike is a thing
exclusively invented for enjoying an outdoor adventure, and is an opportunity
to get your team together and have some real fun. The Dubai dunes offer a
stunning venue and fads will be a healthy challenge to explore the real beauty
of the place. Take back pictures that your social connections will be amazed,
curious and jealous about! Have an excuse to have a long lunch under the Ghaf
tree forests. Go back to work fitter. Do something that few others are doing!
Fat bikes are worth an experience!
Exploring the
desert of Dubai by riding a fat bike is not only fun, but you will also be
adhering to the environmental policies. What's more, this fun-filled ride can
be tried anytime of the year.
