Duty free purchases is a right given every six months by the government of Costa Rica for a USD $500 CIF maximum per exemption process. Kristen (mom), Blair (dad), and Parker (kiddo). We started Rascal Rides when Parker was born and we didn’t want to give up our passion for biking. Over the years, we’ve tested hundreds of kids bikes, helmets, bike trailers, and more. The components as a whole function as they should.
I had one for awhile that I didn’t ride very much, turns out I hate riding in the snow anyway. They are heavy but like it’s said above, more of a workout. Get special offers, exclusive product news, and event info straight to your inbox. The recommendations in this guide are based on thorough product and market research by our team of expert product reviewers.
There is a low level shimano hydraulic disc brake kit that is SO NICE compared to the cable disc brakes. I have a 7 speed Shimano thumb shifter and aluminum mountain bike pedals on the way. The stock brakes kinda suck too so I was thinking about upgrading to Shimano hydraulic brakes in the future.
Mongoose’s website just says “aluminum” for their unbranded brakes. Mechanical disc brakes make use of 160 mm rotors. Mongoose made a sound mongoose mountain bikes decision considering the weight that a child must pedal. Having a wider gear range makes for a versatile bike that can conquer the terrain.
Taking the Argus out was a different experience than the norm and we both had fun. Mongoose has given the “go-ahead” to do a long term review to assess the handling and function of the Argus once winter comes. So if you’re curious about how the bike performs in the snow, stay tuned….. Additional costs may apply depending on location. Additional services may be available – please inquire with Delivery Company. “Add to cart to see price” and “See price in checkout”.
Blair is a bike geek, mechanic, and mountain bike junkie. Parker is our resident tester and inspiration. The weight of the bike is nearly 34 pounds (15.04 kg) and it shows. That is almost as heavy as MY full suspension fat bike.
He managed to get through the rocky, technical sections of our local test run and did have a smile on his face. It is still a rigid bike and that shows in the speeds and ability to descend. My son was apprehensive to let loose with the rigid platform.
The front and rear disc brakes give you a practical way to stop. Based on how many miles riders get out of this one, it seems to be a very durable pick. It’s made with a steel frame, a four-inch-wide bike-wheel size, aluminum crank arms, and front and back brakes for optimal riding in anything from sand to snow. The rigid frame works well for snow and sand riding but loses ability in comparison to a suspended mountain bike. The Argus just so happens to be capable enough for trail riding too. Blaze new trails everywhere you go on this Mongoose Dolomite fat tire bike.
The drive train is setup for either snow or sand riding and my son seemed to ride comfortably. Bids can be placed via web browser or iOS/Android app. Every item starts at just $1, with no reserve price. Kristen is a USA Cycling certified coach and loves to share her passion for biking with other families.