Mongoose Switchback Hardtail Mountain Bike 27.5 Inch
- Size: Large
- Wheel Size: 27.5 inches
- Suspension Type: Front
- Brake Style: Disc
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ASIN: B084HK4YC9Category: Mountain Bikes
Overview
A hardtail mountain bike with a Tectonic T1 aluminum frame, 27.5 inch wheels, mechanical disc brakes and internal cable routing, sold across 16, 18 and 21-speed options. Aimed at singletrack trails and gravel paths rather than downhill riding.
Reviewer experience here splits fairly cleanly: the large majority describe an easy sub-hour assembly and strong value for the price, praising the Shimano-level drivetrain and disc brakes. A smaller number ran into real problems, from shifting that wouldn't tune right to one bike whose steering assembly came apart on delivery, so a post-assembly check is worth the time.
- Tectonic T1 aluminum frame
- 27.5 inch wheels
- Mechanical disc brakes
- 16, 18 or 21-speed options by frame size
Who it's for
Fits riders wanting an affordable hardtail for trails, gravel or general riding who are comfortable doing minor post-delivery tuning. Less suited to riders unwilling to touch a brake cable or derailleur adjustment straight out of the box.
Pros and cons
- Disc brakes give reliable stopping without a hydraulic setup
- Aluminum frame keeps the bike light for a hardtail
- One reviewer had a steering assembly come apart on delivery
- Handlebar stem sometimes ships reversed and needs flipping
Where it stands among mountain bikes
- #6 most-searched brand and model of the 15 mountain bikes lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 99 mountain bikes we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Mongoose |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | Large |
| Wheel Size | 27.5 incheshigher than 60% of 88 mountain bikes |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Number Of Speeds | 9 |
| Bicycle Drivetrain Type | Derailleur |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Construction & materials | |
| Frame Material Type | Aluminum |
| Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Seat Material | Steel |
| Color | Blue |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Bike |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Warranty Description | Limited lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Suspension Type | Front |
| Brake Style | Disc |
| Bike Type | Mountain Bike |
| Intended Riding Terrain | Mountain Terrain |
| Derailleur Configuration | Rear |
| Skill Level | Beginner |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| Number of Handles | 2 |
| Is Autographed | No |
| Additional Features | Lightweight |
| Item Type Name | Bike |
| Theme | Mountain Biking |
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Frequently asked questions
What wheel size does it use?
27.5 inch wheels paired with an aluminum Tectonic T1 frame and mechanical disc brakes.