My Favorite Steel Hardtail - The Stanton Sherpa Gen 3 Review (Reynolds 853 Steel, UK) - Part 1

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  • Stanton Sherpa Gen 3 Review: My favorite steel hardtail to date. Today we head to Prescott, Arizona to dive into what the new gen 3 sherpa rides like. Oh, and in the process I end up braking my first bone ever while mountain biking (after 25 years). There will be more review videos of this coming soon as I compare it to the titanium model, so make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss that one. I have a Stanton discount code exclusively for my bike consult Patrons. So if you're thinking about a Stanton, become a patron today.
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  • @rh32793us
    @rh32793us 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Breaks finger. Finishes review. Absolute legend.

  • @BraMKJ
    @BraMKJ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    “Yeah, I broke my finger.” *CRUNCH* “It’s straight now.” 😨 hope you’re okay 💪

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      It's healing well, thanks.

    • @Amcacs5654
      @Amcacs5654 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hardtailparty Is it actually broken?

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Amcacs5654 yes. Dislocated and broken. The tendons ripped off a piece of the bone where the tendons attach. It's supposedly quite a long recovery but fortunately I don't need surgery.

    • @AndrewShackleton
      @AndrewShackleton 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@hardtailparty dude that sucks! I tore my volar plate back in 2012. It was around 2 years before I was good again. It's imperative that you listen to your doc and physiologist regarding rehab and your current work/riding regime. I had a job where I was using my hands extensively and I had to quit riding for a year because I wasn't healing.

    • @patchesthejaybird8431
      @patchesthejaybird8431 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hardtailparty yikes! Maybe better than if the tendons snapped. They would require surgery to attach. Best healing wishes!

  • @jasonbarber5834
    @jasonbarber5834 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    At least they'll grow back in a handlebar shaped position......LMAO
    PURE GOLD STEVE.

  • @pauls3616
    @pauls3616 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    That bike looks fantastic and I love your specific comments about how it rides like a hardtail from yesteryear but with modern geometry. I grew up on hardtails like the Kona Explosif and Litespeed Obed. I want to put a hardtail together this winter and the Sherpa will be on the short list. I will have to wait for the Ti Sherpa review to hear your thoughts on it. As usual Steve, your description of how the bike rides is so detailed. Much better than the usual rhetoric from the magazines and websites. Thanks so much.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks for the kind words Paul. It's a really special bike.

  • @smokeycanuck8058
    @smokeycanuck8058 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Any dude that wears a shirt like that on the trail is my kind of rider 👍🏼.
    I'm 52, started riding MTBs in the 80s when "fat tires" were 26 x 1.75, bars were flat and narrow, shifters were on top of the bar and suspension was unheard of. Brands like Fat City Cycles, Ibis, Breezer, were what all the cool kids wanted. I'm more into touring these days on my beloved Surly LHT but if I ever wanted a trail bike again, a steel hardtail would be for me.
    Thanks for your review.

  • @slofax1251
    @slofax1251 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    oh man that finger!! hope it's feeling better - that feature was awesome though. beautiful bike!

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Super fun feature. I didn't quite have wjat it took to clean it this time.

  • @johnnydoe66
    @johnnydoe66 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The first image I had when you straightened out your finger was the first Rambo movie where he stitched himself up.....Hope it heals correctly.
    In 30 yrs of mtn biking, I have fractured my hand once and just recently broke my pinky finger because of a rock overhang and my 780mm wide bars.

  • @Mikemalone7873
    @Mikemalone7873 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    "This bike makes me happy." 'Nuf said! Since I'm not racing, that's the bike feature I'm looking for. Funny thing, I'm always pleased when I see Cody is on the ride. Awesome skills, awesome friend. Saw him on the Dusty Betty AZT ride video. Just a good dude and you two really demonstrate the riding experience I enjoy so much. Thanks for the ride.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cody is such a great friend and riding partner. He pushes me a lot.

  • @adrianrangel1849
    @adrianrangel1849 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That happened to my pinky while playing football as a kid. Now it will pop out easily if you're not careful. You will also feel it during cold weather. Welcome to the club!

  • @JeffreySmith1967
    @JeffreySmith1967 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You again were spot on with this review just like the Sirius. I finally got the frame after a 5 month wait. The maiden voyage was a 30 miles XC Epic ride. Not a sore joint, back, wrist, nothing. Definitely an all day bike, you can attack the flow or just spin and talk to your riding partners. Great frame, exceeded all my expectations. Thanks.

  • @johnnykramolis7469
    @johnnykramolis7469 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That was some quick self first aid. Respect Steve! Hope your finger will be ok soon.

  • @elainebethany9814
    @elainebethany9814 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The way you treasure your loved ones is incredible.

  • @benjaminkennedy3913
    @benjaminkennedy3913 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That was an epic bail. You’re a legend Steve.

  • @RideYearRound
    @RideYearRound 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It looks like the geo is very similar to my RSD Mayor V5 (with the chainstays slammed forward). The Sherpa's a little more modern, but the Mayor is a fat bike so tire clearance limits what can be done with the geo. I've been really enjoying the "almost aggressive but not quite" feel, I think it makes for a much better all-rounder.
    Oh and sorry about your pinky!

  • @sixate
    @sixate 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another great review as always, your buddy Cody has some serious skill. Looks like he'd be a blast to ride with too. Can't wait for the Ti review.
    Love that you snapped your finger back, taped it up and kept riding.
    And I love that the frame is a perfect Hardtail Party logo.

  • @hansti77
    @hansti77 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I finally got my UK steel Sherpa frame and finished the build we discussed on Patreon. It’s awesome! A huge jump forward in capability from my 2009 full-suspension. It’s also better looking, and more fun. Thanks for your help!

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      AWESOME! Congrats on getting it all buttoned up. What a sweet bike.

  • @BrandonMeyer1641
    @BrandonMeyer1641 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve been riding all my life but never owned a real mountain bike. My time has usually been relegated to road and gravel. I find myself trying to climb and go down steep dirt pitches and hop of ledges and stairs on my rigid hybrid. Your channel has had me seriously considering a hardtail. I like aluminum and steel frames. My friend got an old school carbon bike from 15 years ago and When I rode it I finally understood what a stiff and efficient frame was. I’ve watched enough of your vid to now understand geo better. I may hit you up in the future when the time comes when I can actually drop to money on a bike. Currently I am just a broke college student and I haven’t had a bike worth more than 1000 bucks. One day.

  • @bsmithhammer
    @bsmithhammer 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Prescott has so much fun riding - it's become one of our favorite new destinations that hasn't gotten totally over-hyped.

  • @gavinstone3769
    @gavinstone3769 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    healing vibes man , what a great bike defiantly thinking about a Stanton for my next hardtail

  • @apolinarcisneros8403
    @apolinarcisneros8403 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are a very good rider! I'm sorry that you got hurt and thank you for your videos. Keep posting more videos and be safe on the road.

  • @shaunroach7829
    @shaunroach7829 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a review!!! Really enjoyed this one the trails and location looked fantastic!!!! Great details and explanation in your review Steve!!! Great job!! 👍👍👍👌👌

  • @cjohnson3836
    @cjohnson3836 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Remember when you were "indestructible" as a kid and caution would go out the window, and something getting scraped or broken was just part of the fun? Bruises and scabs gave you something to brag about. As long as you weren't dying you were having fun. That bike seems to have brought you back to that. How awesome is a bike that you can snap a finger and the only thing you're thinking about is getting back up to ride some more? It might be your first broken bone mountain biking, but that was a 10 year old Steve just pulling it back straight, laughing while doing it. Beautiful bike, and half time machine.

  • @joemader2535
    @joemader2535 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    props for the unflinching pinkie finger quick fix!

  • @Adapting_Adventures
    @Adapting_Adventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    its really cool watching you ride stuff that most ppl will ride on a full squish.

  • @MTB_Derbyshire
    @MTB_Derbyshire 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice review and a bit of crack yer bones action thrown in for free. Hope that heals up OK. Keep yer eye on it. So good to hear you love the Stanton. If there's one thing we do well in the UK, it's engineering and Dan knows his onions

  • @roddas26
    @roddas26 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best bike reviews in the world. Now we just need the sister channel fullsus party? Thanks for making this awesome content.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I wish o had the bandwidth, because i love reviewing full sus bikes too.

  • @dirtyspokecycling7580
    @dirtyspokecycling7580 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Steve! That sucks about your finger, but that lighting was amazing! Thank you for sacrificing for the betterment of cycling as a whole! You inspire me with every video! ~Shannon

  • @jaydenbourke3722
    @jaydenbourke3722 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Will you ever do a review of a Whyte 9 series?
    I’m looking at the 909 and I can’t seem to find many to any reviews on it
    And as far as bike reviews go
    Your by far the best

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks. I've reached out to Whyte many times, but i haven't been able to convince them to send me one for review. If enough sibs reached out to Whyte explaining why they want to see a review on my channel, they might be convinced. I've had that happen before with other bikes and components.

  • @norman-gregory
    @norman-gregory 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Considering how the day turned out...a very good reveiw. I know we/mates push each other, but I reckon if you were on your own (no broken Pinky)...you weren't going to give in!!! You're a soldier Steve, I like how you got straight back on the horse...I mean Bike. Also I didn't realise this is your only income from the generosity of other's. In the future when I'm in a position to...I will Patreon down the track. Thanks for your channel Mate!

  • @mattdelcomyn8012
    @mattdelcomyn8012 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for finishing the ride Steve! With a broken finger! Sounds like a sweet ride. Glad to hear there are some not overbuilt steel bikes out there! Me want. : ) hope that finger heals quick

  • @patchesthejaybird8431
    @patchesthejaybird8431 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Back in high school I had a guitar player friend who called his left pinky his Main Man. Steve Holt from 36 Crazy Fists. Don't underestimate that little guy.

  • @hardmtnbiker
    @hardmtnbiker 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s saying a lot, wow! Your favorite steel bike? I really value your experience and curated opinions. I can’t wait for the additional videos.

  • @ollilaine3265
    @ollilaine3265 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tough luck with the finger but quite impressive how you made the field operation! Nice review btw and nice riding.

  • @noelwarner8874
    @noelwarner8874 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    After seeing the pinky earlier on patreon I flashbacked as soon as I saw that rock climb, must have been a disappointing moment but obviously you rallied and powered through!
    Looks like a great bike!

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's slowly healing correctly, thank goodness.

  • @PennyPinchingCyclist
    @PennyPinchingCyclist 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review! So much fun riding together! Hope the finger is back to normal by now 🤘

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks again for showing me your local trails. Let's ride again soon. Finger is about 80% now.

  • @alex1231235
    @alex1231235 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Steve... You're a TROOPER!

  • @hatrix11
    @hatrix11 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bent that pinkie back like a bent old school steel Derailleur hanger !!!
    Nice 🏋🏻‍♀️

  • @joppek77
    @joppek77 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This type of terrain is probably my favorite type: rock slabs and big boulders like this create an almost endless variety of features to test your skills on. It's like an MTB/trials playground. :) Also: "I broke my finger." **snap** "Straight now!" Ouchie!

  • @jkeiffer
    @jkeiffer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a fantastic place to ride! Great review Steve. This is the 17" and what length stem were you using? What's the max fork travel? Really looking forward to the Ti review and comparisons. Hope the finger is all healed up already since these videos are on delay.

    • @JD-oe5uc
      @JD-oe5uc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Stanton suggests max. 100-130 mm fork travel. I am about to build one with 130 mm. I have almost al components, but not the frame yet (hopefully arrives next week…it is ready to be shipped).

  • @felixjackson2670
    @felixjackson2670 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Aaagh. Broke/dislocated my little finger a few years ago. Ow. Just bought a 1 st. Generation Stanton Sherpa on eBay. Can’t wait to build it. So fed up of my Carbon,internally cable routed Felt...light but no feeling! Have not ridden steel since 1990’s. Plus have ‘Hope’ Brakes,Hubs,BB,Headset,Seatclamp. Enjoy your content.

  • @zachkamp6249
    @zachkamp6249 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man, I love the channel! I really want to hear your thoughts on the Chromag Rootdown and Stylus. I know they don’t send stuff very often, but here’s to hoping.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They don't send stuff ever, sadly. I like the rootdown a lot. Chrinags are typically overbuilt and fairly stiff.

  • @patchesthejaybird8431
    @patchesthejaybird8431 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ouch! Hardcore riding comes with a hardcore price sometimes! Seems like a nice bike! I would be looking at a Stanton if I didn't already have a steel Hardtail I love. Hope the finger heals well! Great pain threshold, all the long miserable rides you go on raises the ceiling to be sure! That trails looks fun! Very much like the trails I ride my Soul on, except all those crazy boulders! Wow. Its time to get out for a short ride today. Its rained nearly non-stop for a couple days now, so I haven't ridden for a while, hopefully things are firming up and good to go today!

  • @qualm43
    @qualm43 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For me, the suggested reach for my height 6'1" is ALWAYS too big. Give me a nice little 440mm-450mm and I'm GOOD.

  • @thingsilike7341
    @thingsilike7341 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This comment isn’t really for this video even though that is a cool bike. But I just ordered a rsd middle child steel. So looking forward to it. Thank you for all of your amazing reviews.

  • @TheJonchatfield
    @TheJonchatfield 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Any plans to review the Chumba Sendero? I'd love to hear your review of that one.

  • @ppbrown19700808
    @ppbrown19700808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sorry to hear about the finger, injuries are expected but never fun. Here’s to a speedy recovery.
    Looking to compliment a Paradox with a long hauler and have been waiting for this review. Was ur fork the recommended 44mm offset?

  • @VendetaBrown
    @VendetaBrown 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You say how much you love this bike, and I don’t doubt that you do… and I know it’s a fantastic bike… but we can feel a higher level of exuberance on other bikes that you’ve reviewed.
    Obviously you love the Spot Rocker above all other hardtails… but even the now famous “it just dances underneath you” from your Nimble 9 review… you couldn’t hold the glee back!
    …the BFE Max… the Big Al… I am just not sure we get the same euphoria from this review.
    Interested to hear your take and as always, this is the best MTB Channel on TH-cam and it is not close.
    You’re doing all of us a great service and we appreciate you more than you know.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Keep in mind i had a broken finger. It's hard to be exuberant when you're in pain. It had already been a long day with 2 hours of trials riding before.l this ride and i was pretty tired. I always recommend focusing more on the words i say than the tone of voice i have, since so much comes into play with how much energy i have at a given moment.

  • @jeroen78
    @jeroen78 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the detailed review, great to hear you like it so much! I have a Gen 2 Sherpa and I absolutely love it too. Curious to hear how it compares to the Ti. Hope your finger is ok!

  • @ericjonpo
    @ericjonpo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    WILD SHIRT! I love it!

  • @user-lc2mu9jk2b
    @user-lc2mu9jk2b 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice review and a beautiful trail. Hope your pinky is healing nicely.

  • @arenjanian8295
    @arenjanian8295 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Steel hardtails are basically returning to childhood. Next time buddy tape the gloved hand. That way when you keep riding you get a little more protection.

  • @TheOlafmetal
    @TheOlafmetal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My friend jammed his pinky once playing basketball and it was bent close to 90 degrees with a little bone showing through the skin. My brother grabbed his wrist and with out thinking about it straightened it out, kind of like you did yourself. He seemed mostly fine didn't even bleed or swell. Scary injury but not necessarily that serious.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've learned that every break is different. In this case, my tendons ripped off a piece of bone when it bent sideways. No surgery is needed, but i do need a lot of physical therapy. It's a slow recovery my doc tells me.

  • @andycjohnston
    @andycjohnston 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hope that heals up realy quickly Steve!!

  • @CasperRc81
    @CasperRc81 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m sorry for your injury. Your a wonderful man and I appreciate you greatly. Ps: my bones don’t brake easy but I shred my skin a lot sometimes that’s worse😂.

  • @zachscherpa944
    @zachscherpa944 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just took my 853 Sherpa out for it’s first ride today. Unreal how good it is!! Soooo smooth. Feels like I’m cheating.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Isn't it amazing how smooth that bike it? People tell me I'm crazy and I can't feel the difference between frames. I can, and so can everyone else. Such a great bike, congrats.

    • @zachscherpa944
      @zachscherpa944 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hardtailparty after Niner cancelled my sir 9 frame order I needed something similar and your reviews helped me pick the right one. Keep up the great work.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@zachscherpa944 the Sherpa is twice the bike the sir9 is

  • @techjeeper8800
    @techjeeper8800 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I destroyed a single toe on a ride once catching a root at 15-20 mph. Took off my shoe and sock. Three the nail out and put it all back on and rode out the rest of the ride. Once the adrenaline wore off after the ride it was a bad day. Having the trail ibuprofen would have been a God send.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, it was rough a few hours later. I figured I had a small window to finish filming this review before the adrenaline wore off.

  • @ryannielson1076
    @ryannielson1076 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review! Hope the finger heals quickly. I have broken fingers twice mountain biking over the last 25 years, can still see where they were broken but all good otherwise.

  • @czechnolike
    @czechnolike 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is where you did that!

  • @kevdad3587
    @kevdad3587 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful Bike!

  • @luciomeyer2536
    @luciomeyer2536 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hero, that you still going forward riding with that broken pinky O.O

  • @georgeirvingnormaniii3291
    @georgeirvingnormaniii3291 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice review like👏👏 how you always balance things out in your remarks go HTP ✅✌️

  • @petercroce
    @petercroce 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Curious how you compare this to the Nimble 9. I reckon the Sherpa is a bit lighter, but the Nimble 9 may feel more capable on the steep chunk, but would love to hear your thoughts!

    • @dominicfrandrup2952
      @dominicfrandrup2952 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Was thinking the same as the N9 is available for preorder again.

    • @mikeblakeley4012
      @mikeblakeley4012 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here-between those 2 for next build! Would love the HP take.

  • @ohiomoto
    @ohiomoto 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking forward to the Ti comp. I would be interested in how much different the ride and weight of the 4130 version. In one of Stanton's videos, he mentioned the only difference was 1mm extra thickness in the top tube.
    Love the channel and the bike consulting service. "So good!!!"

    • @antonybaker7725
      @antonybaker7725 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think it's only 0.1mm extra, and that's not a lot.

    • @ohiomoto
      @ohiomoto 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cycling_plurality I'm surprised it's that much. I would have thought the weight penalty would be minimal.

    • @ohiomoto
      @ohiomoto 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cycling_plurality I have an XL Comic SolarisMax. I think it was right around 6lbs IIRC. Cotic claims 5.8 lbs for a L.

    • @ohiomoto
      @ohiomoto 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@cycling_plurality But the point of 853 isn't that it's lighter than 4130. It's supposed to be stronger which allows for thinner tubes. The weight savings is from the thinner tubes. At least that's my understanding.

  • @emmanuelmatias3221
    @emmanuelmatias3221 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    How about a slackline review sir?

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'd love to review one someday, it looks really fun.

    • @persistentconsistency
      @persistentconsistency 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hardtailparty If Stanton slid one of those your way, I'd be over the dang moon. A Slackline ride review, comparison to the Sherpa, and a Patreon consultation would be the epitome of my bike-hunt success! As it stands, I'll settle for these amazing reviews you've already doled out, the endless reading and geometry analysis I've done, and a Pateon consultation in the next few days. Looking forward to it! Thanks again for all of this!

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@persistentconsistency i hope to try a slackline one day.

    • @persistentconsistency
      @persistentconsistency 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hardtailparty I'm sure you will. I'm gonna be sure to keep letting Stanton know that you are the primary reason that I will be getting one of their frames, sans test ride. Someone already got back to me last week and was stoked that I found out about the company via your channel. They had great things to say about you. I believe it was Beal.
      A few of your videos (I believe the Switch9er and Honzo ESD) opened my eyes about longer-travel forks on hardtail and how imbalanced they can make the ride when the going gets a bit rough. That was the first time I paused and thought maybe I don't need the Slackline, even though it sounds good in theory. The Sherpa takes 27.5 x 3.0 if I wanna go 27.5, and the geometry doesn't get screwed up if I go 120 mm on the fork. A Slackline with a 120 mm fork changes the HTA and STA about a degree in the positive direction. Doesn't sound too enticing when you look at it that way.
      Anyway, I've rambled on long enough. Appreciate the replies. I know you get a ton of these comments on a daily basis.

  • @William.N
    @William.N 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So much fun to watch. I'm glad you included the shaky video at the end. It gave a better idea of what the ride feel is like. Too much of that, however, and I start feeling sick. Just the right amount here.
    Also glad to hear you have more bikes in for review. I hope that means more companies are taking you more seriously. They should.
    Lastly, I hope the finger isn't holding you back too much.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the kind words William.

  • @bobsothaticango
    @bobsothaticango 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hope the finger has healed up! I am building this up with a 130 fork with 29s. Cant wait to see how it rides.

  • @TheDennemont
    @TheDennemont 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Right, I'm going to be adding tape and iburofen to my ride kit.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I wrap tape around my pump. It's a great way to store it.

    • @TheDennemont
      @TheDennemont 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hardtailparty Bloody Great tip👍 Many thanks. Love your reviews btw. I built a Cotic Solaris Max off the back of your review. I love it. I looked at a Stanton Sherpa but wasn't going to get on with the reach as I'm 6ft 2 with long limbs. This is the first time ever I've not felt cramped on a mtb.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That SolarisMAX is a special bike. I'm glad you're enjoying it.

    • @TheDennemont
      @TheDennemont 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hardtailparty Yeah, it's great and your description of the ride is spot on. It's compliant yet tight at the same time. Always wanted a Stanton though, since reading about them in Dirt magazine. Would be great to see you do a mini world tour in the future in hardtail loving countries with trails and factory tours, like UK, France and Germany plus more. Hope the finger is on the mend.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheDennemont a world tour checking out and riding hardtails form lol ovwr would be a dream come true

  • @painteater19
    @painteater19 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Had to stop this video 0:14 in to say that shirt is SICK.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Party shirt international. Check out their stuff, it's super fun.

  • @AbrahamBarberi
    @AbrahamBarberi 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video. I hope your pinky is ok.

  • @endianAphones
    @endianAphones 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Never mind the finger! How's the bike? :D
    The Yakuza cut the little finger because without it you can't hold a sword. An handlebar is more or less like a sword.

  • @mellissanash7517
    @mellissanash7517 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know they use to make a steel version of the Spot rocker, you ever pedaled one? I take you've tested this out with 29x2.6 & 2.8? Really thank you for everything you do for the hardtail community!

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've only pedalled a steel rocker in a parking lot. The geo was pretty old school

    • @mellissanash7517
      @mellissanash7517 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hardtailparty Oh dang didn't realize geo was changed. I saw that it was made until like 2019 & assumed it was the same as the carbon. I guess I won't be looking at the steel model.

    • @mellissanash7517
      @mellissanash7517 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cycling_plurality No I have not.

  • @dorianonthebike8448
    @dorianonthebike8448 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome bike and awesome ride! The problem is I can't watch it to the end as it almost physically hurts me to watch you riding with a broken finger! I hope you have fully recovered now!

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Almost. It's been a slow recovery.

    • @dorianonthebike8448
      @dorianonthebike8448 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hardtailparty Oh! I had a pretty much the same injury and my finger is ok, but looks slightly twisted now. I wish yours will be better than mine after full recovery!

  • @cameronlesley2428
    @cameronlesley2428 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Forget the unicorn. Bring on the Labrador !

  • @aaronsmith5499
    @aaronsmith5499 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, I ordered a Ti Sherpa 4 months ago and it might be coming next week, I can’t wait I’m so excited. What offset did you have on your forks ?

  • @sheridaninstalls
    @sheridaninstalls 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'd love to see it tested with a 51mm offset 120mm fork and a 50mm stem if you get the chance Steve..

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's all personal preference, but I've never preferred a 51mm offset to a 44, so chances are it wouldn't fare well in my opinion.

  • @wasaker09
    @wasaker09 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I hope the pinky is healing right. I blew it on the rehab of my ring finger that I broke on Cinco de Mayo 2019. Now I only have 80% range of motion on it. A ligament pulled off its bony attachment and scarred down in the wrong spot.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That was my same injury: the tendons pulled off a chunk of bone. My hand specialist has been giving me rehab exercises and il back to 90% use at the moment. She told me it's a VERY sloe recovery but she's happy with my progress

  • @theawesomeone1844
    @theawesomeone1844 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How would you compare this to the Niner SIR 9?

  • @wpmccray1
    @wpmccray1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review (and hope the finger gets better)...how does it stack up to the Niner SIR 9 ??

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'll address that in a future video. Stay tuned.

    • @wpmccray1
      @wpmccray1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hardtailparty Standing by with my credit card ready...

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wpmccray1 you can always become a patron and pick my brain about specific models and how they compare.

  • @mattforst6591
    @mattforst6591 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm sold. Gotta figure out sizing being 176cm tall.

  • @staffh3815
    @staffh3815 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your hardcore Steve, I may have called for the emergency helicopter response team

  • @felderosa
    @felderosa 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    lmao. dude your finger is broken, its ok to take the day!
    i did that with broken ribs once, kept riding because I didn't know they were broken until they kept hurting for like 2 months

  • @555Gear
    @555Gear 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    OUCH! That pinkey!! 💀

  • @jny78
    @jny78 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are awesome bro! Broken finger and all

  • @letour32rr
    @letour32rr 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dang man, been there with the finger. Fell and the pinky went in a hole the same way. They say the pinky had some of your strongest gripping power. Now you have another story to tell!
    Thanks for the review. Been looking for a steel hardtail and like that they make this with 142 dropouts as I have several nice, but older wheel sets. How do you think it would feel with a 140mm 29er fork?

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think a 140 fork would ruin some of the magic. It's rated up to a 130mm fork, but i wasn't once tempted to go beyond 120.

  • @ZephaniahDavis
    @ZephaniahDavis 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG, Steve...you gotta warn us about that sorta stuff

  • @roberteussen8313
    @roberteussen8313 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Steve, great review - for the Sherpa, but also the Cotic Solaris. You seem to love both - would you pick one over the other?

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, for different reasons and different terrain. I've recommended both to different bike consultation clients, spending on terrain and how they'll be ridden.

    • @roberteussen8313
      @roberteussen8313 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hardtailparty cool. Can I use that service as well?

  • @briankelliher5026
    @briankelliher5026 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    id like to see a review on the giant 2021 fathom,,,,,,,,,,

  • @JoshTaylor
    @JoshTaylor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    After years on a Trek Alpha frame 6700 xc bike I picked up a '21 Big Honzo DL but it's better down the steeper stuff, of course, but just doesn't feel nimble or have a relaxed position. And I could blame the reach, but I can't seem to bunny hop it nearly as high, it doesn't instill a ton of confidence. Can't return the thing so it's got me looking at other frames. Considering you were close to hitting knees on the 17", suppose the 19" would be ideal for someone 5'11"? The price for this steel frame isn't bad so long as I can swap most components over.
    Thoughts, anyone? For those in the Mid-Atlantic I ride green/blue at Fountainhead, Lake Fairfax, Wakefield/Accotink.

  • @stephensealy4904
    @stephensealy4904 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    First time I ever saw Steve fall... wow

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It was a stupid way to break a finger.

    • @stephensealy4904
      @stephensealy4904 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hardtailparty atleast you have a good story and a video to go with. It's always a good time to pull them straight.😁

  • @pauldelarzac615
    @pauldelarzac615 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ouch. Stone cold killer. See how he just straightened that finger. No hesitation, no fear.

  • @brentmiller4060
    @brentmiller4060 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We are planning our sedona MTB festival. Let us know if you have a ride.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right on. I'll be there leading rides. th-cam.com/video/ZNs13XS11kI/w-d-xo.html

  • @shamrock4840
    @shamrock4840 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    1. Awesome shirt 2. You say you like + tires ; how do you feel about 29x3.
    3. Hope your finger is ok!

  • @mid-southmtb5312
    @mid-southmtb5312 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chuck Norris just called. He needs a sidekick.

  • @burn31
    @burn31 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This or the Ragley Big Al? Looking for anew hard tail after butying a FS and not liking it.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds like you'd be a perfect candidate for my Patreon bike consultation tier. It's not a simple one-word answer, it depends on what you're looking for.

  • @dl6860
    @dl6860 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why don't we see this color offered on the website? Honestly flat colours like this are so much nicer than the tacky glossy stuff they only seem to have.

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      They offer custom colors: more than any other company I've seen. Check out their Instagram.

  • @procore123
    @procore123 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    please please review some 29/3.0 bikes. It would be bichin to do a shootout, like chromag Arcturian vs a waltworks vs a surly. mkay?

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      There aren't many options, but I've reviewed a few. Chromag doesn't send bikes for review, and walteorks only makes one-off custom bikes, so they can't send one either.

  • @kaedeschulz5422
    @kaedeschulz5422 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    OH SHAT the finger 😱 Did you not go to hospital? I was in Austria for a week and green trails aren't what i know as a green over there hehee I was thankful that a friend lend me his full squish as a beginner. I would have probably ended up in hospital that week on a Hardtail😅
    I for sure like the looks! A bit old school geo not so much. I like them modern long and slack bike's 😀

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This bike is quite modern and slack, just not long.

    • @kaedeschulz5422
      @kaedeschulz5422 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hardtailparty It's pretty slack for what it is indeed :D

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Kaede Schulz and remember that it's measured at sag, so it's closer to 65.5* at static. Not bad for a 120mm fork.

    • @kaedeschulz5422
      @kaedeschulz5422 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hardtailparty I know :) It sure is slack :D Just not enduro Slack but it's not meant to be an Enduro shred bike so it's absolutely fine :)

    • @hardtailparty
      @hardtailparty  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kaedeschulz5422 yeah, i know what you mean.

  • @chelboed
    @chelboed 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did I miss something? Is this a Stanton Ti Handlebar too? Not on their website?

  • @geoffsimons1235
    @geoffsimons1235 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video ,heal up

  • @neoncrab5605
    @neoncrab5605 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What should i buy honzo esd or rsd rs 291 and i hope ur ok :)