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About Mongoose
In 1974, BMX Products, Inc., later to be known as Mongoose Bicycles, launched from a humble garage. The first of its kind, the BMX bicycle was named after bicycle motocross and was designed to fit the needs of the rough-and-tumble dirt-racing pastime that took its toll on wheels and bicycles. The heavy-duty, one-piece cast-aluminum Mongoose Motomag wheel was soon born, and it was the first competition-ready BMX bicycle available. Skip Hess, while in Australia pursuing his motor sports passion, came into contact with a strange and unusual cat-size animal--the mongoose. Known for its passive nature while unprovoked, yet vicious and aggressive enough to kill a threatening Cobra twice its size, the Mongoose impressed Hess, who quickly registered the Mongoose trademark for his new bicycle racing frame.
The Expert BMX bicycle model, which is still a cornerstone of the Mongoose BMX line today, was introduced in 1980. Shortly after, Mongoose captured the first ever ABA National #1 Cruiser Title. Previously known for the 20-inch bicycle, this title signaled the re-direction of Mongoose bicycles to larger-wheeled, adult-sized models. Several years later, Mongoose continues to dominate the cruiser racing circuit with six National No. 1 Cruiser titles, leading to the introduction of adult-sized Mongoose all-terrain bicycles (ATBs).
In 1992, Mongoose pioneered the full-suspension market with the introduction of the Amplifier. This design is still the most-copied suspension design in the market. Several year later, Mongoose launched the Newman adult bicycle frame, which is proven to be 15% stronger than any other bike frame in the market. The design, while functionally sound, also raised eyebrows because of its distinctive look.
In the next few years, Mongoose increased its marketing focus to dominate the bicycle industry, and more important, extend beyond it. The Mongoose brand marketing initiative makes more than 100 million impressions. Mongoose’s brand awareness increased by over 130% in 1999 and solidifies the No. 2 market share position in units and dollars. Mongoose was acquired by Pacific Cycle, LLC, and continues to grow and prosper with more than 40 models of BMX, mountain, trail, freestyle, jumping, comfort, road, and cyclocross bikes.
The sophisticated, technical design of the Mongoose® Facade 20" boys' freestyle BMX bicycle is matched only by the stunts you'll be able to perform. Built around a tough multi-tapered frame, it features rims with 48-spoke box sections for rugged durability. A cable detangler allows handlebar spins, and the 25x9 super-compact crankset is lightweight for a rapid spinup. 4 freestyle pegs allow a complete repertoire.
Mongoose Thrive BMX/Jump Bike - 20-Inch Wheels Review
Specifications
About Mongoose
Founded in 1974 in a Southern California garage, Mongoose has always been an innovator. From the company's initial cast-magnesium MotoMag wheels to its current crop of BMX, mountain, and pavement bikes, the Mongoose name has been synonymous with bicycle performance. Mongoose builds specifically for riders, which is why the company's BMX designers aren't wasting time watching reruns on ESPN2. Instead, they're constantly testing their new designs at the park, on the track, and on the hill. This continuous experimentation is what drives Mongoose to cook up things like the Front Porch head tube, which lets you fine-tune the handling on Black Diamond series mountain bikes, or Freedrive suspension technology, which eliminates pedal bob and provides a super-efficient full suspension. Mongoose bikes don't just push the limits; they set new ones.
After your first session on the Thrive, it’ll be hard to stop riding it. This bike offers more than just a flashy paintjob and graphics package, featuring a spec lineup that includes Alienation tires, Odyssey grips, CNC alloy chainring and PC pedals. FRAME Cromo Front Triangle FORK Cromo Steerer CRANKSET / CHAINWHEEL 3pc Tubular Cromo, 175mm, 25T Alloy chainring BB Mid Sealed Bearing 8 spline PEDALS Wellgo Nylon Fiber FREEWHEEL 9t Cassette, loose ball CHAIN KMC Z-510 RIMS Goliath double wall 36H TIRES Alienation Differential F- 2.2" R- 2.0" FRONT HUB 36H Alloy, 3/8" axle REAR HUB 36H Alloy, 14mm Cromo axle loose ball cassette SPOKES ED Black Steel REAR BRAKE Tektro FX340 Alloy U-brake BRAKE LEVERS Rush RX402 hinged HANDLEBAR Mongoose Hi-ten 8" STEM Mongoose Front Load 50mm Ext. GRIPS Odyssey Griswald HEADSET 1-1/8" Integrated (Campy fit) SADDLE Mongoose Slim SEAT POST 25.4 straight Alloy, with Micro Adjust SEAT CLAMP integrated
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