Mongoose Switchback Bike Review

Written by:

Liam E.

Last updated:

Jan 25, 22

The Mongoose Switchback is one of the best hardtrail bikes for affordable price. It’s great for beginner and intermediate mountain cyclists. Packed with high-quality bike components.

Super lightweight, solid aluminum Frame

Durable, sturdy and versatile

Quick and easy to assemble

Seat is a bit uncomfortable

Overview

The Mongoose Switchback is one of the best hardtrail bikes for affordable price. It’s great for beginner and intermediate mountain cyclists. Packed with high-quality bike components.

Who is this bike perfect for?

The Switchback is perfect for beginner mountain cyclists. It will be the right choice if you enjoy cycling off-road and tearing up trails and terrains.

Specifications

Frame:

Tectonic T1, aluminum, 27.5" sport geometry

Fork:

Xposure, 27.5", steel steerer, lockout, 9 mm x 100 mm, QR, 80 mm travel

Crankset:

Prowheel TM-CY10, aluminum, 36/22T

Shifters:

Shimano SL-M315, 2 x 8

Rear Derailleur:

Shimano RD-TX800

Brakes / Brakeset:

Mongoose, mechanical, aluminum, 160 mm rotor

Tires:

Xposure MTB, 27.5 in x 2.1 in, wire bead

Handlebar:

Xposure, double-butted aluminum, 700 mm width, 25 mm rise, 31.8 mm clamp

Stem:

Xposure diecast, threadless, 70 mm/90 mm, 7°, 31.8 mm clamp

Seat Post:

Xposure, aluminum, 350 mm, 20 mm offset, 31.6 mm

Seat / Saddle:

Mongoose MTB comfort, steel rails

Headset:

Threadless, ZS44/ZS44, retainer bearing

Chain:

KMC Z8

The Mongoose Switchback is one of the best hardtrail bikes for affordable price. It’s great for beginner and intermediate mountain cyclists. Packed with high-quality bike components.