The fat bike market seems to be heating up just as quickly as the summer weather, which turns out to be good news for consumers. On one hand, technology is improving and the bikes are getting better all the time. On the other, increased competition is making it more important than ever to have at least one bike in the line up that is considered “affordable.”
We know that a $3k fat bike may be a stretch to call it affordable, but the impressively equipped Echo GX is a relative bargain when compared to its much more expensive siblings…
Named for the new SRAM GX 1x group that it’s built with, the addition of a lower priced drivetrain is what really helped get the price down. Even though this is considered their “budget” build, the Echo GX still has an impressive build which results in a 28.5lb build all for $2,999. Using the same Echo frame that we fell in love with, the GX is built with their new Echo rigid carbon fork with Bluto compatible 150mm spacing.
Along with the GX drivetrain, the Echo GX receives SRAM DB5 brakes, a RaceFace cockpit, and fat bike crank with narrow-wide ring, Turnagain wheels with their FR80 tubeless compatible rims and thru axle hubs, Ergon saddle, and 45NRTH Husker Du 3.8″ tires. Available in S-XL complete for $2,999.
