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I think it is a common misconception that fat bikes are slow. With Jumbo Jim's 4.0 tires fitted I could easily keep up with most XC bikes on dry and gravel courses. I am currently rolling Maxxis DHR/DHF 4.8 tires. I raced on those last week on a super muddy course and I was able to overtake pretty much everyone in tight turns. So slow, maybe on tarmac, but otherwise definitely no.
Concerning weight of the Dude. Stock weight is approx 12 kg with an XT groupset. With the current parts and the Tune wheelset I could have easily gotten under 10 kg, which I think is pretty light for an all rounder. That said, I am sure with the frame will be quite a bit heavier than the Dude.
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Sick paint!
Aren't fancy parts like XTR and Tune hubs a bit overkill on a slow and heavy fatbike?