Mongoose Celebrates 50 Years with Special Edition Drops in BMX Classics Collection

September 24, 2024

(Madison, Wis) September 24, 2024 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Few bikes have defined a generation of innovation and design the way Mongoose’s iconic designs of the 1970s and 1980s did for BMX. To celebrate the brand’s 50th anniversary, Mongoose is re-releasing limited quantities of three of its most recognizable early products. Next month, fans will be able to purchase special edition Mongoose Supergoose and FS-1 bikes, as well as the legendary Mongoose Motomag III wheels, on www.mongoose.com.

Supergoose: An ’80s Icon

First launched in 1979, the Supergoose was one of the most recognizable bikes of the 1980s. The new replica Supergoose was designed around the popular 1984 “loop-tail” frame. Like the 1984 model, today’s Supergoose features 4130 chromoly tubing and alloy drilled Pro Class Rims, unique to Mongoose. It will match the spec of its predecessor with Dia-Compe brakes and levers, Pro Class handlebars, and colorways with padsets inspired by the original models.

FS-1: The Original Freestyler

The FS-1, first launched by Mongoose in 1985, was the brand’s intro into the growing BMX freestyle scene of the late ’80s. The newest addition to the Classics collection, the FS-1 is available in green or lavender and features a 4130 chromoly freestyle frame and chromoly fork with four period-correct peg bosses.  The FS-1’s authentic Viscount Dominator saddle on a laid-back seat post, and five-spoke nylon mag wheels with white gumwall tires all honor the original release.

Motomag III: The BMX Pioneer

Motomag wheels were the innovation that brought Mongoose into being, and quickly went on to define the aesthetics of early BMX as standard race equipment in the mid ’70s. Although out of production for 40 years, the Motomag design is still recognized around the world to this day.  The third generation Motomag III mimics the original but incorporates modern touches, including sealed bearing hubs and freewheel compatibility for a more universal fit. The Motomag III will be available in three colorways—silver, yellow and red.

As a treat to collectors, the new Classics Collection bikes will come packaged in ’80s-inspired white litho-laminated boxes featuring classic Mongoose artwork, and Motomag III wheelsets will come in a period-correct brown box with vintage graphics. The Supergoose and FS-1 will retail for $549.99, and the Motomag III wheels will retail for $299.99. The products will also be available on Albes.com for Mongoose fans outside of the U.S.

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About Mongoose

For 50 years, Mongoose has been a world-class brand in BMX, mountain biking, and action sports. After bursting onto the BMX scene in 1974 with the revolutionary Motomag wheel, Mongoose remains a globally recognized brand built on two-wheeled innovation – all with the mission to fuel the wild side in riders everywhere to push their limits on two wheels, having a blast, and getting dirty doing it.  For more information on the brand Born in Dirt and their wide assortment of BMX and mountain bikes, visit Mongoose.com.

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Contact(s): Brent Jacoby, brent.jacoby@backbone.media

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