This leads to the feeling of sitting or standing “on the bike” rather than “in the bike.” Novice riders will likely find this feeling to be remarkably uncomfortable. When in doubt, gravitate toward one of the 26-inch offerings or even a 29. Turning back to the Mongoose story, the 1970s had treated the company well and momentum was only further embellished with the successful release of ‘E.T. At this point, Mongoose is still one of the leading companies in progressing BMX and have been designing and manufacturing products for close to a decade. For the most part, Mongoose was renowned for pushing the boundaries of BMX technology in a popular and authentic direction, however primarily in the BMX race scene. Leading up to and including 1985, it is important to understand that BMX freestyle was absolutely booming and Mongoose fell somewhat short of capitalising on this phenomenon, with brands like Haro and GT being frontrunners in this market.
Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. Mongoose now has a number of decades to the history of the brand, with BMX now moving towards the 21st century and entering a new era, literally and figuratively. It is perhaps at this point that the story skips forward, with there being way too many moments and characters to emphasise. It is perhaps overdue at this point to mention that the name Mongoose was the result of Skip, and interestingly, was taken from 5 x national drag racing champion Tom ‘The Mongoose’ McEwen. Pretty awesome to think that the very early roots of BMX have drag racing ties, as well as a more obvious association with motocross and skating (which was also taking off at the time, and also in southern California).
From the original Motomag wheel BMX Products Inc created the Mongoose bicycle and parts brand which becomes a global success during the BMX boom of the 70s and 80s. Mongoose also produced Freestyle bikes, Mountain bikes, Scooters, Kids bikes and an enviable roster of talented team riders over the decades to follow. Today they continue to offer a large range of products and support top tier BMX and mountain bike riders. Only sold in USA, Australia, Germany, Japan & New ZealandInspired by the 1984 Supergoose BMX bike, this iconic ride is perfect for the classic Mongoose connoisseur.
For example, one of the first moves Magoo made after taking up the role at Mongoose was to hire Dennis McCoy and Tim ‘Fuzzy’ Hall. Building on this positivity and rewarded for his management, Magoo is given more responsibility and ends up designing a number of products, including the ‘Hooligan’ (with Dennis McCoy) which is described by industry as the hottest bike of the year. His new recruits also blossomed into the most sought after bikers on the BMX circuit at the time, with ‘Fuzzy’ landing the very first cover of Ride BMX and Dennis McCoy dominating the Bicycle Stunt Series for 4 x years straight. Explore our great range of Mongoose Scooters and BMX Bikes.
Choose the perfect ride for you from our wide range of electric bikes and discover leading brands renowned for their quality, performance, and innovation, ensuring you find the perfect ride to match your lifestyle. Those larger wheels, however, can be downright intimidating for smaller or younger riders. The 26-inch Flyer is the way to go if you want to jump into the Bike Life culture without feeling like you’re mounting a steed of a 29-inch. Plus, it looks fantastic with its retro style based on BMX culture of decades past. Sunday’s Primer can take you all the way to serious skatepark riding; riders between five to six feet tall will likely find exactly what they need with this bike. It features an Odyssey Springfield brake system, Path Pro tires, and a super durable hi ten steel frame for eating those inevitable spills.
They’re also significantly easier on your body, particularly when ridden more than occasionally. The SWFT BMX is an e-bike disguised as what the pros use, with a durable low steel frame, an LCD control display, 350W motor with a top speed of 20 mph, and standard 20-inch wheels you’d typically find at the skatepark. You can easily take curbs but don’t expect to do many drinks in this—40 lbs. Is annoying heavy for bunny hops, plus the internal wiring prevents barspins.
Magnesium, and now, lightweight alloy, still continues to feature heavily in the manufacture of Mongoose Bikes and other Pacific Cycle products. If you’re experiencing an issue or need additional information, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Consumer Care team. There’s no end to the versatile experiences awaiting you with an InStep trailer. Take your little ones over to a friend’s house for a play date or pack for a full day at the park. Having absorbed the extent of Mongoose history, it is evidently clear that the brand is deeply intertwined with BMX, not surprising given that the two have been in partnership since 1975. So in remembering all the things that BMX and Mongoose have been through, when everyone stops to stare at your slick, shiny steed, never forget that you’re on a bike made by the leader of the pack.
This is a one-off total custom build, assembled here in-house in Wigan with all new parts by our expert mechanic Adam. The Mongoose Legion L60 Bike is a good entry level BMX bike for someone on the slightly taller side. The Mongoose Legion L40 Bike is ready for the beginner to intermediate level BMX rider.
Whatever you’re looking for, shop confidently with Mongoose stunt mongoose excursion scooters here at SkateHut and enjoy Free Delivery on all orders over £100. At Performance Bicycle Australia, we believe in an active lifestyle and making sure we have the highest quality products to keep up with you. Push your limits and test your skills on our flagship BMX bike with the Legion L500. This men’s & women’s BMX bike has a Mongoose full 4130 Chromoly frame, removeable brake mounts, and mid BB shell.
And even when you do, your bike is surely stable thanks to steel tubes inside of its frame, fork, and bar. With mob cranks and sealed bearings, this is one great value ride. It’s tough to get a competitive race bike for under $500, and pro-quality builds from high-end manufacturers like Daylight and Supercross can easily hit the $4,000 mark. Generally, starting with an affordable complete bike from a major manufacturer is best. Fairly quickly, you’ll figure out what you like and don’t like about it, which will guide you in a custom or semi-custom build to follow.