2018 FATBACK SKOOKUM / FLT

Video courtesy of Pat Smage, Fatback Bikes and First Track Productions. 

(Filmed on location in Bootleg Canyon, new Las Vegas Nevada)

SKOOKUM - THE MOST CAPABLE BIKE YOU HAVE EVER RIDDEN!

We designed the Skookum to be great mountain bike, not just a great fat bike. When conceptualizing the Skookum we took the things we love about our favorite mountain bikes; agility, speed and sexy lines, and combined those with the amazing capabilities of a 26″ X 4.8″ tire; traction, stability, flotation, and comfort. With all of our desires written on sticky notes and napkins, we put them all together and the Skookum was born. Designed around a 120mm travel fork and aggressive geometry, we included internally routed dropper post routing, integrated down tube and chain stay protectors, a 197mm through axle, and clearance for narrow Q Factor cranks (for a fat bike). 

The results were amazing! Many of us have options when we going to the garage to grab a bike, and the more we ride the Skookum the better it gets. It's now the first bike we think about pulling off the rack, no matter the season or conditions.

WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A FATBACK FLT

The crew here at Fatback Bikes is always making tweaks to their personal bikes to make them just a little better; trying new tires, brakes, drivetrains… So naturally we do the same with the products we make. We asked ourselves, "Can we make this bike stiffer, lighter, more comfortable and increase cold weather performance?"  "Can we improve clearance for larger tires while maintaining narrow Q-factor?"  Each model is designed for a certain purpose and we focused on what would make the bike pedal, handle and look better than ever.  Each little aspect of design and performance is contemplated to see what we could improve upon.  With this dedication to improvement, we have released the new FLT product line focusing on light weight, high performance and premium ride quality bicycle frames and components.

SKOOKUM FLT - FATTER, LIGHTER, STIFFER, NO COMPROMISES.

With the explosion of fat biking off the snow and on to trails we were not satisfied with just bringing another a fat bike to market. The crew at Fatback wanted to stay ahead of the others and create the highest performance fat bike available. Our next logical step was taking the Amazing platform of the Skookum and making it even better. Carbon is a wonderful thing; we've chosen the best materials and have meticulously adjusted the layup to create a highly tuned perfectly handling ride.

SKOOKUM FLT

If you want the best? Look no further. Have you ever dreamt of carving hard through a turn and almost dragging your grip in the dirt? The Skookum FLT will give you the confidence to try.

INDUSTRY REVIEWS

STAFF BIKE CHOICE - FUZZYJOHN AND HIS SKOOKUM(S) - 18 June 2018

" After three years this bike still amazes me, I have not found it’s limits. It’s fast and smooth, light and solid, agile and stable ...This fat bike really can replace multiple bikes in your garage if you are that kind of person, but could as easily be your only bike for summer and winter riding. Another recent boost for the Skookum is a suspension fork that can handle the terrain and speed of the Skookum, the Manitou Mastodon. These two were made for each other (this is another reason I keep getting faster). "  by FuzzyJohn, FATBACK Bikes

Product Spotlight (FATBACK SKOOKUM) - by FAT-BIKE.com - 17 January 2017

" Personally, I remain impressed by the Skookum and easily put it at the top of the list for consideration when you are looking for a 4-season, 5-inch platform, fat bike that does a lot of things well with few compromises. " by Greg Smith, FAT-BIKE.com

FAT-BIKE.com "Aris Shreds the Fatback Skookum" - 2 March 2017

" I hopped on the Skookum and headed to the start of the ride... My day ended up being about 24 miles round trip, about 15 of which were on the ice. I was very comfortable on the Fatback the entire ride, never doubting my traction or stability. I may have gotten a little too comfortable, laying down some sweet “power slides”. This is yet another example of what I liked most and I think sums up the bike best… It is extremely capable and MAKES you have even more fun! " - Aris, and Greg Smith, FAT-BIKE.com

Singletrack Long-term ownership review, August 12, 2016 - Fatback Skookum (with 27.5 x 3in 3-season tires)  :

"The Fatback Skookum is easily the most ambitious bike that I’ve (ever) had the pleasure to ride."... "Personally, I have found myself contemplating consolidating my cycling collection, and the Skookum would fulfill many a need. The wheel and tire options alone make the bike worth considering, as this could truly be a four-season solution. Couple this with the playful demeanor of the Skookum, and you’re presented with a very appealing candidate for the one bike to scratch every itch." - Alec Cervenka

Bike Rumor review, April 11, 2016 - Fatback Skookum :

"the Skookum really shines in its versatility but also in its playfulness on aggressive trails. This really isn’t the bike if your idea of fat biking is slowly plodding along in the woods. But if you’re looking to push the limits of traction and suspension regardless of the temperature, the Skookum is indeed quite impressive." - Zach Overholt

Bike Rumor review, October 7, 2015 - Fatback Skookum :

"Skookum is a very cool bike. If I were buying a high end fatty in the near future, this would be at the top of my list" - Haramania

Fatback Bikes review at Interbike 2015 - Fatback Skookum - VIDEO by FuzzyJohn Fatback Brand Manager

2018 FATBACK SKOOKUM GEOMETRY

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