Mongoose bicycles (manufacturing country of the USA) are known far beyond their homeland. Production is currently led by a man named Skip Hess. The company has gained quite wide fame throughout the world. What caused this popularity? One of the factors is the creation and sale of alloy wheels for bicycles, which are the most suitable for extreme sports. They are made mainly of aluminum. The company began functioning at the end of the twentieth century. More precisely, in the seventies.
History of creation
In the eighties, Mongoose bikes were released as a line of BMX bikes. In 1984, the first mountain models saw the light. They proved themselves to be excellent due to the excellent quality of some components, as well as frames. Many models of the brand had structural innovations, which, according to customers, were quite useful. The pride of the company can rightfully be called a contract with the legendary BMX sports star John Tomak, according to which a man took part in the development of new bicycles. Positive reviews of Mongoose bikes have gained popularity thanks in part to this collaboration. It cannot be said that the reputation of the legendary athlete played an exceptional role. Most likely, the company managed to achieve stunning results due to the fact that John, like no one else, knew what to do and how to make the new bike or bicycle model almost perfect. As a result, it turned out that the Mongoose bicycle, the manufacturer of which knew a lot about the choice of materials for production, soon brought the first gold at the Norba series championship to its rider. By the way, there were only ten such situations in the history of the company, except for similar performances in other events.
Mountain bikes "Mongoose"
Among mountain bikes for beginners, we can distinguish the models “Switchback Sport 2013” ​​(cost about 14 thousand rubles) and “Ritual Dirt” (price 32 thousand rubles). What can be said about each of them? In both models, the same good old aluminum was used as the material for the manufacture of the frame.
Both bikes are equipped with a spring-elastomeric fork. What is the difference then? Some components in the Ritual Dirt model can withstand more intense loads through the use of technologies different from the first case. Thus, the bike is more prepared for long distances in mountainous terrain. It should also be noted that the “Switchback Sport 2013” ​​model comes with rim mechanical brakes.
In the case of the “Mongoose Ritual Dirt” bike, we are dealing with the fact that there are already hydraulic disc brakes. Mountain models of this brand are generally divided into primary, amateur, semi-professional and fully professional. Their cost will vary, of course, accordingly.
Women's bicycles "Mongoose"
These models are conditionally divided into sports and comfortable. The former are designed to participate in racing events, while the latter are suitable for a leisurely ride in relaxed conditions. For example, if you are going somewhere just to ride with other family members.
In the category of sports bikes we can distinguish the models “Switchback Sport Fem 2013” ​​and “Switchback Expert Fem 2013”. The cost of these two models is respectively 14 and 16 thousand rubles. In principle, the difference in price is small, but the difference in quality and technology is striking.
The frames of these two bicycles are made of aluminum, however, “Switchback Sport Fem” is equipped with rim mechanical brakes, while “Expert Fem 2013” ​​has installed disc hydraulic brakes. A bicycle for 14 thousand is delivered in red, for 16 thousand rubles - in white design.
Bicycles Mongoose. Manufacturer reviews
So, what can tell us the reviews of people who have made their choice in favor of the company of the same name? As users note, almost all models are made in such a way that they do not burden management. Bicycles, due to the use of aluminum as the main material, are very, very easy to lift. One of the key advantages of Mongoose brand bicycles is its high reliability and maintainability. Even if one of the components breaks down, you can be sure that it will be possible to fix it as soon as possible and even not as expensive as it seems.
disadvantages
Among the shortcomings can be called staining in white. On it, as you know, fingerprints are most noticeable. There are some design flaws, but they are not so significant. For example, the lack of protection of trousers when riding. On some models it needs to be installed separately, but there are bikes on which it is impossible in principle.