This bike must be picked up from an approved store. Due to warranty regulations, Mongoose bikes must be assembled by a qualified bike mechanic - this is an international policy for Mongoose bikes.
From earning rewards everytime you shop*, to having the flexibility of long term Interest Free Finance*,
the Purple Visa Card has never been more flexible.
Get rewards on all of your shopping!
From earning rewards everytime you shop*, to having the flexibility of long term Interest Free
Finance*, the Purple Visa Card has never been more flexible. Credit Card Terms and Conditions, Rate
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What are Purple Dollars you ask?
Everytime you spend $150 on your Purple Visa Card you'll earn 1 Purple Dollar. We've kept things
simple - 1 Purple Dollar = $1 NZ Dollar.
What can I do with my Purple Dollars?
Every Purple Dollar you earn will give you $1 NZ Dollar to redeem in-store at Participating Retailers
Rates and Fees
Interest Charges
Minimum monthly payments are required but you won't be charged interest if you pay off your purchase before
the expiry of the interest free period. Prevailing interest rate applies to any outstanding balance on the
expiry of the interest free period.
Establishment Fee
A one-off establishment fee of $55 is charged when you open your Purple Visa Card Account. You will see the
establishment fee charge on your first statement. Establishment fee is not charged during a Deferred Payment
Plan but will be charged if you have other Transactions on your account that are not related to a Deferred
Payment Plan.
Annual Account Fee
A fee of $55 is charged at the anniversary of your Purple Visa Card account and is for maintaining the
account for the previous 12 months. It is then charged each subsequent year the account remains open.
This bike must be picked up from an approved store. Due to warranty regulations, Mongoose bikes must be assembled by a qualified bike mechanic - this is an international policy for Mongoose bikes.
Switchback Expert 27.5
Infused with over 40 years of experience and pedigree, the Switchback was designed with everything a rider needs to take on single track trails or put in mile after mile on crushed gravel paths – all at an excellent value.
The Switchback Expert is a ultra-comfortable, well-rounded hardtail MTB perfect for newcomers to trail riding. Suggested rider height by size: SM: 5’2” – 5’6”, MD: 5’5” – 5’10”, LG: 5'9" – 6'2.
Lightweight, stiff Tectonic T1 aluminium frame with replaceable dropout hanger and internal cable routing for clean lines and added protection.
Shimano Altus 2 x 9 drivetrain with 3-piece Shimano aluminium cranks.
Xposure 80 mm travel fork with steel steerer lockout.
27.5" x 2.1" Kenda tires on aluminium double wall rims with Shimano BR-EF505 hydraulic disc brakes offer superior stopping power on all riding conditions.
Specifications:
FRAME:
Tectonic T1, aluminum, 27.5" sport geometry, internal cable routing, 9 mm x 135 mm dropout, replaceable hanger
FORK:
Xposure, 27.5", steel steerer, lockout, 9 mm x 100 mm, QR, 80 mm travel
CHAIN:
KMC Z9
BOTTOM BRACKET:
Shimano BB-UN100, cartridge, 3-piece, threaded 68 mm shell
SHIFTERS:
Shimano EF505, 2 x 9
REAR COG:
Shimano, 9-speed, 11-36T
FRONT DERAILLEUR:
Shimano FD-M2020, band clamp
REAR DERAILLEUR:
Shimano Altus RD-M2000
RIMS:
Xposure MD-16, aluminum double wall, 19 mm ID, 32H
FRONT HUB:
Xposure, aluminum, ball bearing, 9 mm x 100 mm, 32H, CENTER LOCK
REAR HUB:
Xposure, aluminum, ball bearing, 9 mm x 135 mm, 32H, CENTER LOCK
SPOKES:
14G, stainless steel
TYRES:
Kenda, 27.5 in x 2.1 in, wire bead
PEDALS:
Mongoose, nylon
BRAKES:
Shimano BR-EF505, hydraulic, aluminum, 160 mm rotor
HANDLEBAR:
Xposure, double-butted aluminum, 700 mm width, 25 mm rise, 31.8 mm clamp
STEM:
Xposure diecast, threadless, 70 mm/90 mm, 7°, 31.8 mm clamp
HEADSET:
Threadless, ZS44/ZS44, retainer bearing
SEAT POST:
Xposure, aluminum, 350 mm, 20 mm offset, 31.6 mm
SADDLE:
Mongoose MTB comfort, steel rails
GRIPS:
Xposure semi-ergo, Kraton
*All specifications listed are subject to change without notice.* Accessories sold separately*
Authorised Stores
Whangarei
Okara Park Shopping Centre, 42 Port Road Okara Park, Whangarei Central, Whangarei 0110
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Returns
While the Consumer Guarantee Act and Fair Trading Act provide the basis for our returns policy, we go a bit better than that:
If you're not 100% completely satisfied with your purchase we will happily accept your return and provide you with a store credit or a full refund to the value of the product's purchase price. You can return the product to any of our stores nationwide, or send it back to our Head Office. With our 30-day right of return policy there are no special catches it's extremely simple! All we ask is that you return the item back to us unused and in the original packaging, making sure that the product is in the same condition as you received it in, tags still intact. The only exceptions to our returns policy are: watches, underwear, socks, ear plugs, compression clothing, padded bike shorts and swimwear which we cannot accept back due to hygiene reasons.Torpedo7 Gift Cards are not redeemable for cash or refundable.