Originally Posted by garciawork

They climb just fine. Actually hit a couple of climbing segments faster on my fatbike ride a couple days ago than I ever had before. Few 25% grades, no problem. You can feel the extra weight, but slow down and pace it and you are fine.

Originally Posted by garciawork

Just got a Lynskey Stratus, only been on one (non snow) ride. LOVE it. After a short distance you don't notice the extra weight, and no issues at all over rough stuff running rigid. That bike is beyond stable. I climbed better too due to the increased traction, the contact patch is HUGE! Next step will be a weekend in the snow to test the bike out in its natural habitat...