Mongoose Hitch

9 reasons not to buy

• Mongoose’s Hitch is besieged by low-grade componentry.

• As is the case on other Mongoose fatbikes, the gripshift is criticized for slippage and oversensitivity.

• Brakes were seen as underpowered, with owners experiencing rubbing, wobble and occasional disengagement. There is a known issue of the front brake’s disc rubbing on the front hub.

• Experts said the bottom bracket was not well sealed and allowed dirt to enter.

• The seatpost was difficult to adjust and hard to keep in place.

• Total freewheel failure sometimes occurred after a few months.

• The seven gear drivetrain was felt to be limiting.

• Axle bearings sometimes arrived severely overtightened.

• Packaging damage was infrequent, with bent forks and chipped paint occurring.