I just bought this exact bike today. The cockpit is different but it’s this model. I rode it for a hour today on our tamer lower level but dry trails so I didn’t really get to let it loose. I’m coming from a Transition Patrol and I will tell you this, I forgot I was riding a big 29” bike immediately. I didn’t even think about it once. It’s insane how fast you can get that thing up to speed too. I caught my friend immediately. I’m really excited for this season!
TheDubaiExpat we have been out on it all. If you haven’t been on on you should try it. I’m positive you’d be blowed away how fun it is on flow as well! I personally like a bigger bike for everything! Everyone has their own flavor!
This would have been my question also...the first track, which I have seen in your other videos is for bikes with maximum 130mm...while the forrest ones...I swear, I(middle aged, corporate (almost)fluffy guy) have parricipate in amateur XC races that had gnarlier courses. The ones in the forrest aren't even trail worthy...they are pure XC(120mm of travel at most) - I know the camera smooths up things a little, I have taken into consideration already -. For that type of trail, 170mm of travel is waaaay waaay way too much. Let's see it down some real mtb courses, not xc type ones. P.S. I also never heard anyone saying that the backend of a sb150 is stiff and rough, quite the opposite. I did hear that most of them are brought for the badge and then sold in a couple of months due to it's habbit of throwing ppl overboard if they don't know how to steer it.
eugenux all your statements may be true but at the end of the day we all have different tastes! I personally do not like short travel bikes at all! Literally have 0 interest in even throwing a leg over one. To each their own! I love the feel of a big bike even on the smoothest of trails. I don’t know where you are from but out here when you look around it’s pretty much 150mm an up. Rarely and I mean rarely do I see anyone riding a small travel bike these days. I am also not out to win any XC races or even compete in said type of race! I prefer a big gushy bike that gets me down the trail with a big ass smile in my face! 😎
I had a Whyte S150 C Works, loved it but had entered some gravity enduros and was looking at a Yeti SB150 (my misses has an SB5). In hindsight I should have just put bigger forks on the Whyte (as most races now cancelled / delayed), but got a great deal on a 2020 Enduro S-Works. Whilst it is a BIG bike it rides lighter / fine on flat trails too...sure a 140mm bike would be better, but it is still just about playful enough for me and you know it just has so much in reserve when it eventually can be taken back to some bigger terrain! I'm just about 6ft and ride an S4, but use all the spacers and have kept the 50mm stem....feels spot on.
I just bought an SB165. Not tried it yet but know my SB6 was harsh. It's the high antisquat and low leverage rates of Yeti, which is why they pedal well. I think the 165 is a bit different and have yet to try it but if you want a sofa like squishy rear end, the king is the Capra, just sitting on a Capra the way it squats until sag point you can tell hiw squish it is, small bump and traction is anazing on the Capra. But anyway I bought the SB165 with PUSH 11/6 so have high expectations even if I know it's a Yeti and they are not know for being squishy.
Great review. My buddy Andrew just picked up a 2020 Transition Sentinel and we did a head to head comparison of that vs my 2020 Yeti sb150 this week as well! I’m always amazed how different long travel 29er’s can have such similar geometry and such different feel when you ride them back to back. I’m curious how you specced your sb150. I ended up with an X01 build with a few extra add-on’s and it took me about 4 weeks of solid riding and constant little tweaks to get the Fox X2 really dialed in. It was a pain, but once it’s dialed in man it’s so butter smooth. Keep it up dude! 🚵🏻♂️🙌🏼
Cycle Path I know right!! They all feel so different! I did the X01 as well. Put Renthal Carbon bars, renthal 33mm stem, oneup pedals, DHX2 Coil, 165mm Troy Lee Carbon cranks.
It also took me a while to get things right on my sb150. I added volume spacers and lowered the psi, opened up the high speed dampening a bit and put in a larger chainring to reduce antisquat a bit. Now it's incredibly composed and jumps with pop.
That's one drawback on thw VPP link on the Santa Cruz lineup. Locking out the shock in motion is a fools errand Hearing you carry on down Scott's Flat might have been the moment(s) of the day HAHA
I ride super chunky fast in my area and have been on the SB150 and the Spesh Enduro. I feel like something might be wrong with your Yeti? To me the Enduro is great but I'm still faster on the SB150 and the rear suspension feels just marginally better overall. I dunno... I just didn't think the Enduro is like hugely better than the 150 which is the impression I got from your vid... Perhaps it's the trails we ride. Anyway, looked like you had a blast! That's all that matters!
Yeah, I also ride fast on super chunky trails and ride an SB150. My impression I got while demoing is some bikes like the Ibis Ripmo many have better small bump compliance, so in fast small chatter I felt like other bikes felt better(never rode the specialized enduro), but the SB150 took bigger hits better than any bike I've ridden. The SB150 in contrast to other bikes I tried just smashed through technical chunder with ease. I haven't had an issue with small bumps and traction and I run a less aggressive faster front tire than stock(DHF instead of Assegai) so I'm not having an issue in wash boarded berms. Also the SB150 climbs better than most bikes I demoed and better than the older trail bike I had before. I actually live 45min from Yeti's HQ, so I'm often riding their local trails. I feel like the SB150 is made to go fast through tech because it was made to race enduro circuits, and not so much the smoother trails seen in this video.
I have both bikes, the enduro is much more capable on steeper and rougher stuff and and way more comfortable on the hands. The sb150 is faster on corners and more efficient when pumping through sections and gaining speed. If I was to race or climb or both for the whole week, the sb150 will be my choice. If I want to ride and have fun and hit things I need a bike that can handle anything and give more confidence, I would pick the Specialised Enduro
@Fubar sweet as mate. Since I posted here (8months ago) I’ve upgraded the fork with the new Zeb charger 3 and also added the megneg on the shock. The enduro feels perfect now for sure and it is leaning towards super enduro DH category. Pedals also much better with the new dampers. There isn’t anything this bike can’t handle now, it is a really fun bike to ride and extremely stable. No regrets.
I liked your vid enough to buy one today! 2020 Specialized Enduro, all AXS XX1 Rainbow drivetrain/crank, AXS dropper, 2021 Fox 38, Rovals with Onyx Vespers (for the silence!) .Factory DPX2. I live near Auburn...can you point me to a map of the trails you ran? Thanks for the great video!
Jorge Barba that is rad man!! I’m sure you will love it! Did you buy from Victory Velo? If you look on trail Forks ap it has all the local trails listed. Check out our Instagram too if you haven’t already an come join a group ride!
Hey man awesome edit, I’m really thinking of getting this bike I’m coming off the pivot firebird 27.5 which has been an awesome fun play full bike. When riding this bike did feel playful and flick able. Or did it feel like your typical 29er. I’m having a hard time getting on the 29er wagon but I may just be willing to do it for this bike.
Passey12 I also had a Firebird 27.5 and I loved that bike! So fun! I actually made the comment to my buddy while riding the Enduro that it felt so much like the Firebird. I have a Yeti SB150 which I think is very playful but the Enduro blows it away! It honestly didn’t feel like I was riding a big 29er. It was so fun, poppy, and flickable! I was also having trouble joining the 29er wagon as I’m a shorter rider. I’ll say once you do it and have the right bike you will love it! You should definitely demo it!!
Good to hear man. The bummer part is I’m going to have to get the bike blind cuz no one is demoing that’s bike in my area. I’m a shorter rider as well I’m 5’ 10” not sure how tall you are but I have the firebird in a medium so I’m thinking of getting the enduro in the S3 sizing. How tall are you and what size did you demo? And one last question would you have switch the fox dpx2 that came with that demo for the float x2?
Passey12 I’m 5’9”. The S3 would definitely be what you want. The expert build I rode was awesome! I don’t think you need to change a thing as it sits. Only if you have the extra $$ burning a hole!
Austin Pierce it does make a difference when it comes to pedal strikes. I have since out it in the high position an like it much better! The bike feels more nimble too!
B C It May be heavier but honestly I don’t notice it at all. I built both bikes up with Coil shocks and cushcore front and back. We have a lot of rocks in norcal so it good Insurance. With both bikes built the same the Enduro out performs the 150 up and down the hill!
chIps chips frame size the Enduro feels a little bigger but it also feels more planted and it feels like you are more “in” the bike if that makes sense.
What size frame is that and how tall are you ? if you don't mind me asking. I'm wanting to order a new enduro but i'm struggling on sizing, Specialized size chart says i'd be an S5 but my local shop recommended an S3. I do think the S5 seems enormous but im deciding between the S3 and S4 now. (I'm 187cm tall) Thanks!
Casanova Shon who did this comparison is on the shorter side lol. I did a demo on the same build on an s5. I’m 6’2 which should be about 187/188 cm. I could see doing an s4 if I wanted a little more playful but when I sat ok and rode the s4 in the parking lot, I felt cramped in the cockpit. That said, I like the way the s5 felt and put one on order.
@@mtbnorcal8 Awesome thanks a ton! I figured the S5 would be out of the question with such long reach but maybe ill have to keep that in mind. Guess i'm deciding between an S4 and S5 now haha. Thanks again for the input I really appreciate it!
These trails arent gnarly, just bumpy so while having a lower travel bike might be more efficient, that 170mm is gonna soak up the bumps best on the downhill. I ride this trails with a 100mm hardtail cross country bike and it is bumpy af and rough but I still crush it haha!!
For sure. The problem is I don't want to buy 2 bikes. Thinking of either going Enduro and taking the performance hit on these trails or getting the Ripmo/Hightower/SJ Evo and having to back off a bit on the big trails in Tahoe. Tough choice.
@@NONO-hz4vo A trail bike is going to do everything these days. I'd really only buy an enduro if you're a really aggressive rider who smashes through tech, you're racing enduro, or you're mainly riding trails with big hits like frequenting the bike park or are lucky enough to live near some really gnarly trails. That said you can totally take a 130-140mm travel bike to any bike parks, and these bikes tend to suite a riding style that's more playful where you like to jib off roots and rocks. I have an SB150 because I'm more of an aggressive rider who rides a lot of tech very fast, but it's definitely a more sluggish bike in flow trails. Pumping rollers is dampened, it's harder to jib or snake the bike around, obviously short sprints aren't as fast, and generally tight twisty stuff isn't as easy with that longer wheelbase on enduro bikes. So if you truly want a "quiver killer" I'd probably look at the Ripmo or SB130. Totally worth it to demo both types of bike though.
I just bought this exact bike today. The cockpit is different but it’s this model. I rode it for a hour today on our tamer lower level but dry trails so I didn’t really get to let it loose. I’m coming from a Transition Patrol and I will tell you this, I forgot I was riding a big 29” bike immediately. I didn’t even think about it once. It’s insane how fast you can get that thing up to speed too. I caught my friend immediately. I’m really excited for this season!
Bryan Biazzo Right! It is crazy how fast an nimble it is! Stoked for you bro! What Mods did you do?
Dude best review on the enduro well done!
Les Merison thank you, truly appreciated.
You ride only flow trails and review the enduro on those? You need gnarly stuff otherwise you will be faster with a 130/140mm trail bike.
TheDubaiExpat waiting for more of the chunk to be exposed. More chunk coming soon...
TheDubaiExpat we have been out on it all. If you haven’t been on on you should try it. I’m positive you’d be blowed away how fun it is on flow as well! I personally like a bigger bike for everything! Everyone has their own flavor!
This would have been my question also...the first track, which I have seen in your other videos is for bikes with maximum 130mm...while the forrest ones...I swear, I(middle aged, corporate (almost)fluffy guy) have parricipate in amateur XC races that had gnarlier courses. The ones in the forrest aren't even trail worthy...they are pure XC(120mm of travel at most) - I know the camera smooths up things a little, I have taken into consideration already -. For that type of trail, 170mm of travel is waaaay waaay way too much. Let's see it down some real mtb courses, not xc type ones.
P.S. I also never heard anyone saying that the backend of a sb150 is stiff and rough, quite the opposite. I did hear that most of them are brought for the badge and then sold in a couple of months due to it's habbit of throwing ppl overboard if they don't know how to steer it.
eugenux all your statements may be true but at the end of the day we all have different tastes! I personally do not like short travel bikes at all! Literally have 0 interest in even throwing a leg over one. To each their own! I love the feel of a big bike even on the smoothest of trails. I don’t know where you are from but out here when you look around it’s pretty much 150mm an up. Rarely and I mean rarely do I see anyone riding a small travel bike these days.
I am also not out to win any XC races or even compete in said type of race! I prefer a big gushy bike that gets me down the trail with a big ass smile in my face! 😎
eugenux and have you even rode a SB150 or the new Enduro for that matter?
Great review. Awesome riding!
I just bought one!!
William Giuffre thanks!! Such a fun bike!
I had a Whyte S150 C Works, loved it but had entered some gravity enduros and was looking at a Yeti SB150 (my misses has an SB5). In hindsight I should have just put bigger forks on the Whyte (as most races now cancelled / delayed), but got a great deal on a 2020 Enduro S-Works. Whilst it is a BIG bike it rides lighter / fine on flat trails too...sure a 140mm bike would be better, but it is still just about playful enough for me and you know it just has so much in reserve when it eventually can be taken back to some bigger terrain! I'm just about 6ft and ride an S4, but use all the spacers and have kept the 50mm stem....feels spot on.
Where is this?
I just bought an SB165. Not tried it yet but know my SB6 was harsh. It's the high antisquat and low leverage rates of Yeti, which is why they pedal well. I think the 165 is a bit different and have yet to try it but if you want a sofa like squishy rear end, the king is the Capra, just sitting on a Capra the way it squats until sag point you can tell hiw squish it is, small bump and traction is anazing on the Capra. But anyway I bought the SB165 with PUSH 11/6 so have high expectations even if I know it's a Yeti and they are not know for being squishy.
Great review. My buddy Andrew just picked up a 2020 Transition Sentinel and we did a head to head comparison of that vs my 2020 Yeti sb150 this week as well! I’m always amazed how different long travel 29er’s can have such similar geometry and such different feel when you ride them back to back.
I’m curious how you specced your sb150. I ended up with an X01 build with a few extra add-on’s and it took me about 4 weeks of solid riding and constant little tweaks to get the Fox X2 really dialed in. It was a pain, but once it’s dialed in man it’s so butter smooth. Keep it up dude! 🚵🏻♂️🙌🏼
Cycle Path I know right!! They all feel so different! I did the X01 as well. Put Renthal Carbon bars, renthal 33mm stem, oneup pedals, DHX2 Coil, 165mm Troy Lee Carbon cranks.
It also took me a while to get things right on my sb150. I added volume spacers and lowered the psi, opened up the high speed dampening a bit and put in a larger chainring to reduce antisquat a bit. Now it's incredibly composed and jumps with pop.
symmetricon1982 that’s interesting on the chain but makes sense! Glad you’re enjoying it and out there ripping!
@@mtbnorcal8 I really want to demo the specialized though😁 I'll probably pick up the frame next season and swap over assuming it's that good.
"If you don't want to buy a new bike don't ride this one" - too late! already demoed and share your sentiment, it's a lovely bike!
Moity both of us who run the page/channel are getting one it looks like 😝
That's one drawback on thw VPP link on the Santa Cruz lineup. Locking out the shock in motion is a fools errand
Hearing you carry on down Scott's Flat might have been the moment(s) of the day HAHA
toddbz Shon’s enthusiasm always gets me stoked!!
I ride super chunky fast in my area and have been on the SB150 and the Spesh Enduro. I feel like something might be wrong with your Yeti? To me the Enduro is great but I'm still faster on the SB150 and the rear suspension feels just marginally better overall. I dunno... I just didn't think the Enduro is like hugely better than the 150 which is the impression I got from your vid... Perhaps it's the trails we ride. Anyway, looked like you had a blast! That's all that matters!
Yeah, I also ride fast on super chunky trails and ride an SB150. My impression I got while demoing is some bikes like the Ibis Ripmo many have better small bump compliance, so in fast small chatter I felt like other bikes felt better(never rode the specialized enduro), but the SB150 took bigger hits better than any bike I've ridden. The SB150 in contrast to other bikes I tried just smashed through technical chunder with ease. I haven't had an issue with small bumps and traction and I run a less aggressive faster front tire than stock(DHF instead of Assegai) so I'm not having an issue in wash boarded berms. Also the SB150 climbs better than most bikes I demoed and better than the older trail bike I had before. I actually live 45min from Yeti's HQ, so I'm often riding their local trails. I feel like the SB150 is made to go fast through tech because it was made to race enduro circuits, and not so much the smoother trails seen in this video.
I have both bikes, the enduro is much more capable on steeper and rougher stuff and and way more comfortable on the hands. The sb150 is faster on corners and more efficient when pumping through sections and gaining speed. If I was to race or climb or both for the whole week, the sb150 will be my choice. If I want to ride and have fun and hit things I need a bike that can handle anything and give more confidence, I would pick the Specialised Enduro
@Fubar sweet as mate. Since I posted here (8months ago) I’ve upgraded the fork with the new Zeb charger 3 and also added the megneg on the shock. The enduro feels perfect now for sure and it is leaning towards super enduro DH category. Pedals also much better with the new dampers. There isn’t anything this bike can’t handle now, it is a really fun bike to ride and extremely stable. No regrets.
Great vid dude!!
I liked your vid enough to buy one today! 2020 Specialized Enduro, all AXS XX1 Rainbow drivetrain/crank, AXS dropper, 2021 Fox 38, Rovals with Onyx Vespers (for the silence!) .Factory DPX2. I live near Auburn...can you point me to a map of the trails you ran? Thanks for the great video!
Jorge Barba that is rad man!! I’m sure you will love it! Did you buy from Victory Velo? If you look on trail Forks ap it has all the local trails listed. Check out our Instagram too if you haven’t already an come join a group ride!
Yup i got mine last October...and im nearly 60
What's ur take on the Nukeproof MEGA 290 RS, this and the Specialized are at the top of my LIST????
Vito DeCicco haven’t tried that bike. Looks sick though!
Awesome! One could almost say you can ride that bike to VICTORY! 😂
The Calirado Kid 🤣🤣🤣
whats your height, specialized size and yeti size?
nice review btw
Renato Gomez 5’9” medium on the Yeti, S3 on the enduro. 👊🏽
i just got mine your totally on point i thought its all hype o boy!!i was mistaken its a beast no fear this bike,put my santa cruz nomad to shame 😀👍👍
Hey man awesome edit, I’m really thinking of getting this bike I’m coming off the pivot firebird 27.5 which has been an awesome fun play full bike. When riding this bike did feel playful and flick able. Or did it feel like your typical 29er. I’m having a hard time getting on the 29er wagon but I may just be willing to do it for this bike.
Passey12 I also had a Firebird 27.5 and I loved that bike! So fun! I actually made the comment to my buddy while riding the Enduro that it felt so much like the Firebird. I have a Yeti SB150 which I think is very playful but the Enduro blows it away! It honestly didn’t feel like I was riding a big 29er. It was so fun, poppy, and flickable! I was also having trouble joining the 29er wagon as I’m a shorter rider. I’ll say once you do it and have the right bike you will love it! You should definitely demo it!!
Good to hear man. The bummer part is I’m going to have to get the bike blind cuz no one is demoing that’s bike in my area.
I’m a shorter rider as well I’m 5’ 10” not sure how tall you are but I have the firebird in a medium so I’m thinking of getting the enduro in the S3 sizing. How tall are you and what size did you demo?
And one last question would you have switch the fox dpx2 that came with that demo for the float x2?
Passey12 I’m 5’9”. The S3 would definitely be what you want. The expert build I rode was awesome! I don’t think you need to change a thing as it sits. Only if you have the extra $$ burning a hole!
Thanks for making this vid! Do you remember which setting you had the flip chip in for this ride?
Austin Pierce I run the flip chip in low
@@mtbnorcal8 how much of a difference do you find the chip settings to make? Thanks for the reply m8. And for the informative videos 👍
Austin Pierce it does make a difference when it comes to pedal strikes. I have since out it in the high position an like it much better! The bike feels more nimble too!
You find it hard to pop up with the long chainstays at all? That was my only criticism of the bike.
JW I felt it was every bit as playful as my Yeti SB150. Once I had the suspension dialed I had a blast with it!
@@mtbnorcal8 Good to hear. I've only ridden one in the parking lot behind the bike shop. Enough for me to order it... Should arrive next month!
JW sweet!! One of us already ordered It and waiting and the other (who did the vid) I’m sure will order one too lol
Hey man nice review, what size did you go for and how tall are you.
Cr0M s3 and 5’8”....ish lol. It’s the perfect size for what I wanted.
Would you say the Enduro feels heavier than the SB150? It is heavier right?
B C It May be heavier but honestly I don’t notice it at all. I built both bikes up with Coil shocks and cushcore front and back. We have a lot of rocks in norcal so it good Insurance. With both bikes built the same the Enduro out performs the 150 up and down the hill!
Sweet review!!!what are your thoughts on the size of the frame compare to your sb150?
chIps chips frame size the Enduro feels a little bigger but it also feels more planted and it feels like you are more “in” the bike if that makes sense.
It helps!Thanks for the response!
Can’t wait to get mine!
What gopro is this shot on?
Filip Motocan hero 8 black
Are you gonna buy it?
It seems that you had a lot of fun with this bike 😜🤘.
Enduro Rider purchased an S-Works and changed to a lyrik and a coil. It’s exactly what I was looking for!!
@@mtbnorcal8 today i had my first ride on my canyon Strive, and I love it! So we both can now start in the Season with fresh Bikes 🤘😜
@@mtbnorcal8 today i had my first ride on my canyon Strive, and I love it! So we both can now start in the Season with fresh Bikes 🤘😜
Enduro Rider my partner on the page is getting a new bike too lol
@@mtbnorcal8 from what I have read, the leverage curve is not progressive enough to support a coil; do you use a progressive coil or a linear one?
A new level i dont think so sb150 brill stick to yeti
1.4k views Dad?!
What size frame is that and how tall are you ? if you don't mind me asking. I'm wanting to order a new enduro but i'm struggling on sizing, Specialized size chart says i'd be an S5 but my local shop recommended an S3. I do think the S5 seems enormous but im deciding between the S3 and S4 now. (I'm 187cm tall)
Thanks!
Casanova Shon who did this comparison is on the shorter side lol. I did a demo on the same build on an s5. I’m 6’2 which should be about 187/188 cm. I could see doing an s4 if I wanted a little more playful but when I sat ok and rode the s4 in the parking lot, I felt cramped in the cockpit. That said, I like the way the s5 felt and put one on order.
Casanova Shon states he is 5’8” ish so call that 172....ish
@@mtbnorcal8 Awesome thanks a ton! I figured the S5 would be out of the question with such long reach but maybe ill have to keep that in mind. Guess i'm deciding between an S4 and S5 now haha. Thanks again for the input I really appreciate it!
Casanova of course!!
187 with 45mm stem, and it is spot on for me. If you have looong torso, you may go to S5
LOL! Most of those trails would be faster on a good 120mm like an Optic.
JCL depends on what you are into!🤘🏽🤘🏽
@Phillip1310 I guess if you like wasting energy and going slow up climbs go for it!
These trails arent gnarly, just bumpy so while having a lower travel bike might be more efficient, that 170mm is gonna soak up the bumps best on the downhill. I ride this trails with a 100mm hardtail cross country bike and it is bumpy af and rough but I still crush it haha!!
For sure. The problem is I don't want to buy 2 bikes. Thinking of either going Enduro and taking the performance hit on these trails or getting the Ripmo/Hightower/SJ Evo and having to back off a bit on the big trails in Tahoe. Tough choice.
@@NONO-hz4vo A trail bike is going to do everything these days. I'd really only buy an enduro if you're a really aggressive rider who smashes through tech, you're racing enduro, or you're mainly riding trails with big hits like frequenting the bike park or are lucky enough to live near some really gnarly trails. That said you can totally take a 130-140mm travel bike to any bike parks, and these bikes tend to suite a riding style that's more playful where you like to jib off roots and rocks. I have an SB150 because I'm more of an aggressive rider who rides a lot of tech very fast, but it's definitely a more sluggish bike in flow trails. Pumping rollers is dampened, it's harder to jib or snake the bike around, obviously short sprints aren't as fast, and generally tight twisty stuff isn't as easy with that longer wheelbase on enduro bikes.
So if you truly want a "quiver killer" I'd probably look at the Ripmo or SB130. Totally worth it to demo both types of bike though.