A few months back, my friend and fellow bicycle enthusiast Eric prepared for his first 100-mile bike ride. Concerned about how sore he’d be afterward, he wondered what he could do to improve his ride.

Fat tire bikes are made for off-road mountain biking, or riding on uneven surfaces like gravel paths, forest trails, or sandy beaches. They can also be an asset for negotiating city streets slicked ...

For riders who want to extend their bike season or travel surfaces that aren’t traditionally cycle-friendly, fat tire bikes open up a world of possibilities and terrain to explore. Here, we outline ...

Bike tracks on snowy sidewalks? If the tracks are 3 to 4 inches wide, you can bet a fat tire bike, aka “fattie,” or fat bike, is on the prowl, pedaled by someone who won’t take snow for an answer.

These electric fat bikes—characterized by their wide tires, durable frames, and versatile geometry—are all-terrain beasts. By Nick Hilden Updated Aug 11, 2025 1:54 PM EDT We may earn revenue from the ...