That wee rattle you mentioned might be the standard pads that come in the saints (the finned ones) - had that issue with my old XT's and it went away with standard pads.
@@georgkaltenbrunner yeah, Im lucky enough to live in Wisconsin, so if a shop won’t let you ride the bike around the parking lot, there’s probably someone that will let you try it out if it’s a trek, given that their a dime a dozen here
Nice video about another dream bike. Really like that pivot does things a bit differently with the two chains. I’ve got an idea about a two or three video series, it would be nice to see you also test some entry level bike models with the lowest specs available and share how they compare to the V10, the pivot and other dream builds. You could test things like entry level cube two15 or commencal frs. I am pretty sure the young park shredders would like to see sth in their price range. Cheers, keep pushing great content
Hey Lewi, You ever thought about testing the Zerode G3? Would love to hear your opinion on that beast and how it comapares to the other modern dh bikes.
If you compare that pivot pheonix to all the downhill bikes what you had, you think the high pivot is a big plus by how it feels or is just a small difference ?, cheers and always good videos man 🤘🏽
I’ll bet a nickel the delay on the pedal has to do with the 2 chains. The first chain can’t be perfectly tight, so that has to tighten up, then the same with the chain to the cassette. There is a delay or squish on all bikes, more so on bikes with a derailleur and probably doubly with that second chain. One of those things you don’t notice till it’s doubled.
Did you use the high or low flip chip on the frame, will you try the works component reach adjust headset to get 6mm more in reach if it felt a tiny bit small ?
Are you going to put all your parts from your sponsors on the Phoenix? Intrigued if it out shines the V10 once you set it up with the parts you like and know well.
I’d say the v10 but when you watch Bernard Kerr ride, then he shows the pivot can be playful haha. They are much the same but I’m just more used to the v10
@@LewisBuchanan Lewis during your big crash (cliff jump) did Santa Cruz frame survive? Or you had to fix/replace something? Last Friday I just bought V10.8 frame and going to build my dream bike 😀
Should I assume, given your criticism of the engagement on the rear hub, that you're not a fan of Ochain these days or is the hub engagement so slow that it's more of a dead spot than you'd get from running Ochain?
@@LewisBuchanan Gotcha. For racing I guess it depends on the course. For flatter, smoother courses where you're pedalling out of corners you'd be faster without Ochain, for steep courses with lots of rock gardens you'll save more time if your suspension is working unhindered.
Pivots are the most overrated bikes, they are average at best but they have done a great job of getting people that would ordinarily join Cults to buy their bikes.
Get to Fort William and see it shine.
That would be sick
That wee rattle you mentioned might be the standard pads that come in the saints (the finned ones) - had that issue with my old XT's and it went away with standard pads.
Yeah we stuck different pads in from the finned shimano ones
Was scared ordering this bike blindly. I'm relieved with your thoughts on the bike and can't wait now to ride it in my backyard of squamish!
Do you wipe your tears with 100 dollar bills, that's quite the blind buy
@@crazycat7760 I wish you could demo these things around here... Was able to size it up but that's it 😭
@@georgkaltenbrunner yeah, Im lucky enough to live in Wisconsin, so if a shop won’t let you ride the bike around the parking lot, there’s probably someone that will let you try it out if it’s a trek, given that their a dime a dozen here
@@crazycat7760considering it’s not a Trek I guess’s that doesn’t apply not to mention there’s no where in Wisconsin to actually test a down hill bike
Glad I could help!
Nice video about another dream bike. Really like that pivot does things a bit differently with the two chains.
I’ve got an idea about a two or three video series, it would be nice to see you also test some entry level bike models with the lowest specs available and share how they compare to the V10, the pivot and other dream builds. You could test things like entry level cube two15 or commencal frs. I am pretty sure the young park shredders would like to see sth in their price range.
Cheers, keep pushing great content
Thanks!
Love the look of this bike Lewis. Top vid Mate 👍
Hi from Madeira! First time here and its insane. Keep bringing the heat fam!
Thanksss
I like the Ford GT / Gulf Oil inspired colour scheme.
Was looking forward to this one knowing how much you love the V9
Thanks
Great Video as always ❤
Thanks
She is pretty quiet! Love that.
Yup
It’s been one hell of a season for you. I’m amazed you’ve been able to ride any more this season with some of the crashes.
Thanks!
Hey Lewi,
You ever thought about testing the Zerode G3? Would love to hear your opinion on that beast and how it comapares to the other modern dh bikes.
If you compare that pivot pheonix to all the downhill bikes what you had, you think the high pivot is a big plus by how it feels or is just a small difference ?, cheers and always good videos man 🤘🏽
Thanks! I think it’s maybe a tiny difference but I couldn’t really tell much of a difference between this and my v10
Thanks Lewis, so trustworthy 🎉
Thanjs
Nice seeing you sunday bro" Hope your good!
Cheers!!
I love this bike and how it Looks! But iam not even that good so i dont need a DH but still want that Phoenix! 😂
Sounds like the rear needed a little more air to stop that chipper feeling, and to get it cornering better. And you did say it felt a tad soft
Maybe. Think the front end was just too high
I’ll bet a nickel the delay on the pedal has to do with the 2 chains. The first chain can’t be perfectly tight, so that has to tighten up, then the same with the chain to the cassette. There is a delay or squish on all bikes, more so on bikes with a derailleur and probably doubly with that second chain. One of those things you don’t notice till it’s doubled.
Can you also test the Commencal Supreme V5 against the Santa Cruz and Pivot? Would be great🙏
Hmm maybe in future
Lewis, what do you think about the new Forbidden Supernought DH bike?
Really miss the old videos where you had a few trial side clips, ask those mates to film you please?!
Next time yes! Thanks
Have you talked with BK about any of your findings and impressions? Curious to see what he thinks compared to you.
No I haven’t.
Please do a video where you switch back and for between the Santa Cruz and the pivot
Yup coming up next
Get that thing to dyfi asap
1000%
Nice to see some pivot testing
How do you rate the canyon sender against these two bikes?
Eh pivot and v10 are more dh race bikes for sure. Canyon more Freeride style
Did you use the high or low flip chip on the frame, will you try the works component reach adjust headset to get 6mm more in reach if it felt a tiny bit small ?
High on the flip chip
awesome sauce
So good
Damn straight!!! It’s the best bike around ❤ yewwwwww
👌🏽
Bikes make colds go away 😂
Haha
Oy mate stop deleting the videos 😂 was just gonna tap in
Are you getting rid of the v10?
Feel better!
Thanks
I know it’s a different bike, but did you notice anything between air and coil shock
Eh not really honesty
Are you going to put all your parts from your sponsors on the Phoenix? Intrigued if it out shines the V10 once you set it up with the parts you like and know well.
No I won’t be
What camera do you have?
Dji osmo action 4
@@LewisBuchanan what settings do you use?
What was your favourite suspension brand Rock shox or ohlins or fox
So far rockshox
@@LewisBuchanan How do you like new Fox 40 with Grip X2 on Phoenix vs Boxxer? Thank you
Hi Lewis, for average rider going to bike parks which bike is more playful V10 or Phoenix? From videos Phoenix seems more planted than V10. Thank you
I’d say the v10 but when you watch Bernard Kerr ride, then he shows the pivot can be playful haha. They are much the same but I’m just more used to the v10
@@LewisBuchanan Lewis during your big crash (cliff jump) did Santa Cruz frame survive? Or you had to fix/replace something? Last Friday I just bought V10.8 frame and going to build my dream bike 😀
Bro, what camera mount do you have and what camera do you use ?
Ninja mount with dji osmo action 4
Does the drivetrain feels different to a normal one it is it just a small differnce?
Feels the same. No drag
Sounds like a champ 🤫👌
Yup
What was the flip chip combo for front grip?
Yes! Put it in high
@LewisBuchanan awesome! Thank you. Have you messed with shock progression flip chip at all?
Should I assume, given your criticism of the engagement on the rear hub, that you're not a fan of Ochain these days or is the hub engagement so slow that it's more of a dead spot than you'd get from running Ochain?
Yeah I’ve decided to lock out my ochain now haha! But I see why it has a benefit really
@@LewisBuchanan Gotcha. For racing I guess it depends on the course. For flatter, smoother courses where you're pedalling out of corners you'd be faster without Ochain, for steep courses with lots of rock gardens you'll save more time if your suspension is working unhindered.
Do you know George Buchanan?
You said you have a S2, how tall are you?
I’m 5’11”
Thanks
are you going to keep the original suspension on it
i hope he will, fox is way better than rockshox
how much psi should my friend put in his fork and shock for 32kg?
No clue 😂
@@LewisBuchanan aww
465mm reach with a sub 63° head angle on an s2. That's a long bike!
At 6'2" (187cm) id say the s3 would be a bit short and the s4 a little long.
do you think its quiter then the v10?
It’s too close haha
What’s a chonkwell?
Chunk. (Rocks roots bumps). It rides through the chunk, very well
@ looks lush. Appreciate the response.. I was somewhat pissed when I typed that question
Hahaha
But is it as good as the Carrera Vengeance?
NO
Head to head video? 😂
is it your bike or is it a rental kinda thing
Where were these trails?
Innerleithen in Scotland
Is this your bike or do you need to give it back? What’s your bike of choice ATM?
It’s the bike shops.Just been testing it
Choice rn is the v10
finally riding with good suspension, hope you keep it in the bike
Haha
Did you bust Alec going for a piddle? 🤟
Hahaha
Is the V-10 still your bike
Yup
2 Chainz!
Ayeeee
joyeux noel
🫡
@@LewisBuchanan TU peux pas jauger le Pivot Phenix 2025 sur une sortie en Dh comme cela. Il faut le tester dans ses retranchemnt exttrême 🤙
0:53 is bro peeing
So nothing out of this world xd
Na it’s pretty insane
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Pivots are the most overrated bikes, they are average at best but they have done a great job of getting people that would ordinarily join Cults to buy their bikes.
I wouldn’t say this is overrated haha. But each to their own 🫡