'83 Mongoose Californian Build (Van Halen Tribute Bike). Gym Ed's Bike Shop builds a 1983 Mongoose Californian bicycle ("The Frankengoose") as a tribute to the greatest band in the history of rock 'n roll... Van Halen! Get tips on retro bicycle builds and inspiration for your next rad project.
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.