Building my Sister her First Mountain Bike (and testing it)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 พ.ค. 2023
- If you remember my old Trek Hardtail, you might remember that I gave it to my sister. Well, I have another sister, and she recently asked me for a mountain bike recommendation. Let's build her one!
I used a Diamondback Sync'r Pro alloy frame, which we had converted into a single speed and used for various experiments. This bike was also my daily rider at one point, and had seen a lot of action.
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"I wanna make it cool. I wanna make it personal. I wanna make it a business expense." Ha! Good on-ya for helping out how you can! Being a good brother!
The auditors can see this video as proof!
Oh the shenanigans!
It's not a business expense
@@RealMTBAddictit’s literally money spent for a video(his business). This is a cut and dry business expense.
@@yaboi3702 it's a gift.
For someone who doesn't seem to like to paint, Seth does a pretty damn good job painting frames lol
With the new house, new garage, 3D printer, mud room, etc? I'm sure Seth is starting to come around to painting lol
Best way to avoid painting is doing it correct the first time!
seriously a kick ass paint job. love the purple blue two tone
@@devincrighton4376 good yes, kick ass nah man
Nice color choice! I literally just used the same color on my sons bike a couple of weeks ago. Only suggestion I would have is to also use a clear coat to protect the paint from chipping especially a mountain bike.
Hey Seth wet sanding works better because the water is acting as a lubricant, so it’s less abrasive than dry sanding, and results in a smoother finish
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The water carries the dust out of the paper keeping the spaces between the grit clean. Makes for faster and smoother sanding.
@@dakshrokadia_MTB sanding paint dry clogs up the paper too bad.
it also allows the swarf (bits that the sandpaper removes) of the cured paint to act as an abrasive.
Adding just a dab of soap to the water works wonders
I work in a bike shop and the comment about how dropper posts work just office chairs is something I'm definitely going to use to explain how they work. Thank you.
I’ve used that was to describe them for a few years and I’ve never heard someone else say it
Sanding or sharpening with water makes it so the particulate coming off forms a slurry that helps with getting between the cracks/bumps of the surface (i think)
it also stops you from huffing paint.
Why do we often lubricate band saws, press drills, lathe's and equivalent metal working devices? Because the lubrication helps with -> preventing clogging by removing particles, aid with cooling and in some cases the slurry is indeed also abrasive.
If you wet sand with a more coarse paper it will be a more abrasive slurry because the particles will be bigger. The water will also de-clog the sandpaper more easily.
The biggest benefit of wet-sanding is therefore being able to use a really fine grid without it clogging up immediately.
I think...
@@MarvinWestmaas Nah, you got it
@@MarvinWestmaas and also those big particles clogging up the sand paper can cause it to be more abrasive with deeper grooves which you might not be able to buff out later - for paint that is.
Intuitively it feels like that's what's happening.
Watching your videos gave me the knowledge and confidence to fix, adjust and clean my parent's bikes as well as my sister's. I may not have the proper setup to true wheels, but I could make do with the brake pads and a ziptie and when they brought it to a bike shop, apparently, they were told there was not much to do with the bike. I discovered your channel in May this year when I was looking for a review for the Trek Marlin 5 and stumbled upon your flip bike for the 29er. I then proceeded to watch almost all of your videos just because of all the high quality content you make.
You keep saying you hope we learn something or at least find your videos entertaining. Let me tell you: it's always both.
Thanks Seth.
Same here,bro.
Keep waiting for a new video.
I don't know why... but the video just soothingly makes me relax,,,
As someone who bought a marlin 5 recently it rides nicely out of the box. Mine does need minor adjustments on the front derailleur but I am not concerned about it because I will be switching it out to a 1x drivetrain in the next few months. Also the saddle is not right for my butt major soreness after the first multi hour ride.
That paintjob is actually amazing
Right? Actually surprising how good that looks. Need to find something to paint like this
Loic Bruni had that paint in 2017ish? Specialized used it for 2018-2019 models. Had it on my old Stumpy, it's better in person!
I want to know what color that is? Anyone know?
@michaelmay9728 it's in the video..purple blue shift..
Great build. Your daughter clearly has an eye for color! It’s killer looking. Would you do a parts value breakdown of it similar to what you do for flip bike videos?
Copper or brass would have been far better, as he showed right before using the purple. It needed some contrast.
Sorry. I'm brutally honest.
That paint looks sick!! Hope to see more of it in the future Seth!! And that bike deserves to be ridden rather than sitting in a storage unit. Great video though!!
We probably won't see it and won't be in his unit he said he's sending it to his sister.
@@brandonwilson7651 He meant the paint
Nice job Seth! That color reminds me of my wife’s Liv Intrigue with the chameleon galaxy paint, love the color shift. I’m 100% confident your sister will be blown away by your efforts. I’d love to see a video of you and your sister going for a ride together.
As someone who switched to a SRAM 1x11 from a MicroShift 1x9, I can totally see the allure of the Advent setup. I have to adjust the SRAM every so often, but the MicroShift seemed to just stay put and was rock solid in operation the whole time it was on the bike. If you want simple and reliable the Advent 9 or 10 is amazing (not to mention inexpensive).
Always good to go with the advice from your daughter. 🙌
Not one to normally comment, but this deserves one. 100% think that the build you did is perfect, that 9spd Microshift drivetrain, CST BFT tyres, Shimano Brakes all super good, super reliable, your sister will be stoked. Oh also love the colour shift paint, so sweet.
Do you know what chain did he use?
@@chorito1 far as I can tell it's a KMC X10, a lower end one.
Perfect timing, quiet night at work. Much Love from Down under Seth.
I love how you kept this build battery free. Im sure your sis really appreciated that ❤
I just spent the previous few days binge watching your videos from most recent to this. Life got in the way and i was unable to keep up. It makes me smile that you send your sister a bike. I remember one of the first videos you made reviewing walmart bikes and having your sister ride them as well when you were in Florida. I've learned from you over the years and its great that you're still doing this. Keep up the great work!!
A mountainbiker will do everything to get their siblings in the sport! That's the true spirit! Great video!
That paint job is fabulous! Great job Seth! Your sister is so lucky!
The spray-on automotive clear coat you briefly showed is AMAZING. I've used it for so many things. looks great and gives insane protection. I've even used it to clear coat custom videogame controllers for friends. I shoulda known that was what you use too
Purple was definitely the correct accent color! Bike looks great!
Got my baptism of MTB 2 days ago and absolutely liked my evening. I proceed with the easiest trail then a fast one with nice little berm (did 3 nice run on it) then just went for a higher level one, of course I did avoid the drop and mostly pumped the jumps at the beginning but I started getting some height after a couple ones and took the berm like a champ. I will definitely work hard to get to a good level and build more confidence in my riding. Thanks for all the advices you gave through your videos and as a mechanic, you're a reference for certain hacks that I use myself personnally. Continue your great work and continue sending it like you're used to !
I learned that you are really good at what you do, Seth. Both making video content and building bikes. I always learn something and I'm always entertained. Thank you.
I've been following Seth's videos since way back in Florida and boy, has this guy evolved. From a nerdy car stereo fitter to a professional storyteller, bike mechanic, trail builder, businessman and the doer of good deeds. The most honest and straight forward guy I know in mountain bike business. If you get an advice from Seth or from his videos, you shouldn't get second thoughts, that's the best advice you can get, period. And helping others along the way, no matter if they are siblings or just random active people, that's so cool to see. Seth, you're doing all the right stuff, keep doing it!
Seth, I need to thank you. After watching your videos for a while I started looking for mountain bikes on eBay. Eventually, I found one for very cheap which was exactly the same model of the bike that was stolen from me 8 years ago, and I knew I had to get it right away. Better yet, the bike was in good condition but was clearly overdue for maintenance. I spent an entire weekend fixing the bike and replacing some parts, and you wouldn’t believe how happy I was to get my old bike back in perfectly working condition. I don’t really do a lot of mountain biking, but I like to go for bike rides in the evening while listening to a podcast and hitting a few obstacles like stairs and small jumps around my neighbourhood. It’s a new habit that I’m trying to build that adds a lot of value to my days. Thank you for inspiring me to get back a piece of my childhood that was taken away from me a long time ago.
Seth- another possible tip for your sister: is that a push shifter? Where you use your thumb to shift both up and down (vs the pointer finger on the other side of the grip).
Ahhh I remember it well when Seth got that Sync'r and retired the trusty Trek 4900. The 360 on that step up at the start of this video is iconic folks!
That's a wicked bike!
I hope you start the flip bike series again, that was fun to watch.
Still the best Bicycling channel on youtube,been watching your channel since the Seth Bike Hack days.Well done!!!!
I love that Seth can make things like this into a video for us to watch
Wet sanding is common on high grit paper, because the sand paper will load up too quickly, and stop actually sanding if it is dry. The water helps carry whatever your sanding, out of the grit of the paper.
I still remember his old videos back when he used to live in florida,and he torture tested a mongoose bike from Walmart ad his sister (Emily) was riding the og trek 4900, those were some good days 😄
The bike came out absolutely awesome and what a great thing to build a bike like that for your sister
Painted an old Trek 24" bike with that colorshift paint for my daughter, and she got compliments wvery time we had it out at the trails.
She chose purple for all the hardware on it also.
We also ordered purple Trek decals for the headrube and downtube. It was so subtle, in certain light, you didn't notice them.
Cool build!
That's awesome, seth your makeing your sis happy and geting someone new on the trail 🎉
Wow. You have a great bike workshop. Hope your sister liked her new bike.
I believe the water used when wet sanding acts as a lubricant and helps evacuate the particles of paint from your sandpaper. So, it prevents your sandpaper from clogging up so that the sand can be more effective when cutting through the paint, while also lubricating it and making it a bit easier to sand.
I think it also evens the sanding because the particulates are dispersed in the water
@@jacobrick6515 Yep, I agree. Preventing build up on the sandpaper naturally evens the sanding since you don't have high spots on the sandpaper.
Wow, you did a banger job on the paint! Nice!!
I love that you had your advertising in such a way that you can still recommend parts from them after you have ended your partnership with them.
You are such an honest guy :)
And you make so great content :)
Thanks :)
Wow what a trip down memory lane I remember when you posted that murder machine video and it was the reason I stared loving the “hardcore hardtail” scene. Sad to see it go but at least it’s going somewhere great!
Hey Seth really loved this video! The attention to the build and the lessons at the end. Keep it up!
super nicely pulled together. Nice job Seth
Really nice job Seth your sis will super pumped.
Great choice with the Ergon saddle and grips!
Always entertaining, often informative and always a pleasure.
Man i still remember the Videos of your old trek with your other sister back in FL like it was yesterday ! how time flies.
good call on the micro shift. underrated kit right there.
I have missed this type of vid. so nostalgic back to those og Seths bike hacks vids. love it!
This is awesome. I specially like that you went to the color expert fo advice.
the murder machine video was the one when i got to about this channel during covid and got me into MTB's
great to see how much you have grown now, murder machine will be missed
Hi Seth. Here is explanation in short. Wet sanding works because water or any other liqiud keeps sandpaper from being clogged. also particles (ussually sanded paint) becomes abrasive together with sandpaper and its microscratching the surface, creating even but relativelly porous surface, which is best for adhesion of new paint. Great video as usual.
Imaging calling your brother for help with a bike, and its Seth!! How amazing!
Great job Seth, paint job is excellent. Only thing missing is a Berm Peak emblem or at least sticker on the frame, be proud of your build. Great Video.
Crazy paintjob! Like it a lot!
I love your attention to detail, quality and practicality. Acts of Love are always to be encouraged :)
Thank you. It was great that you kept it in the family. Please stay safe.
Hell yeah! I have the same Microshift drive train on my bike and it ROCKS. 9 speed is all I need for what I do and it rarely ever needs adjusting- I'm talking like at most once per year.
Props on the paint. That's sick!
The wet sanding is so good becouse it makes tiny scraches in your bike and the paint can easily cover them and it can also stick on the frame very well
It's so beautiful, and awesome, I really love purple blue color shift paint!
That colour is gorgeous!
I didn't know you had a sister! She will be so happy with the bike. Great thing you did for her!
Your PROPER use of the word "literally" at around 3:20 just reminded me why I'm a subscriber.
I can't thank you enough.
Great vid as always brother - see ya on the trails !
really nice build keep up the work
Oh man! A piece of Berm Peak history is coming to California! 🤙
That paint job looks insane!
That paint job looks SICK!
I have Microshift Advents on my Marin San Quentin. It's been great. No complaints at all. I'm a beginner. But I also come from years of BMX so I've been sending jumps since day one lol. Been rock solid with my poor pedaling technique and shift timing while learning.
Awesome paint job 🔥
Seth, you should do a golden ticket type thing with merch. Ship random merch to subscribers and if they win, they are invited out to Berm Peak maybe get to see your workshop and ride the trail. It may be weird because it’s at your house but it would be cool to see, maybe make a video out of it. Possibly a great a idea?
Seth great stuff mate,im certain your sister will absolutely love it.Nice bike.
Love your paint tent!!
Love the ethos and the videos, thanks for making them. 👍 colour looks great btw, reminds me of a 90’s TVR
Seth says himself that he's not good at painting and he doesn't like it, but Seth has good taste. Most importantly Seth is a great brother. His sister is lucky to have a brother like Seth
What a great job! The bike looks excellent.
That color shift paint is SICK!
Your Channel is awesome! You inspired me to go Mountain biking.
The paint is sick!
Nice mileswide bits like the cable buddies, frame tape and cage bolts
Wet sanding helps as a lube and also to remove sanding residue. Dry sand when needing to use course sand paper 320-180 range. Wet sand when going for a finish look. Pro tip, use dish washing soap in your water. That will help remove grease and oil.
The paint on this is just breathtaking 🙏🏼
Loving the frame color"s". Great choice!
Thats a solid looking ride!!! love the videos Seth :D
Hey Seth! To answer your question about wet sanding. To my knowledge adding water while sanding helps lower the temperature caused by the friction of the sandpaper. Dry sanding builds up a lot more heat and can actually melt the clear coat and create burn marks.
If you want to step up your paint job game you can try lightly wet sanding after the clear coat with 1000 grit followed by an automotive polish. Now that would really give it a glassy finish.
Great job on the content. I can't wait for more flip bikes!
That paint looks amazing
Wet sanding clears the sandpaper of the debris, which when you get into finer/automotive grits, you really need to keep it from clogging. Similar to coolant jets for machining 👍
an actually sensible build, good job Seth.
What an amazing build !!!! just love it!!!!
I could watch your videos all day! So much for mountain biking today 😂
Awesome build 👏 have a good day!
Love the paint!
Thank you for these videos! I've learned everything from You about mountaimbiking. My bike isn't costs too much but i built it by myself and it's enough for the Hungarian hills :) Keep it up!
Seth,absolutely perfect job,thanks
Damn, the paint job on that frame looks sick, man! Good job!
thx for inspiring me for all the mtb stuff, the murder machine especially make me crave a good all black mtb hardtale ❤
The water prevents dry paint dust from clogging the sandpaper making it way more effective. Love the vids. 🙏
This is cool, nice to see helping your sister out
Such an interesting video, thanks! Your sister should be stoked.
A red accent color is also amazing on that paint; had the same paint on my old frame and had red seat clamp, spokes, headset and screws.
I've seen the transformation of this bike over and over and is kind of emotional to see it go from the channel to a good new home.