I've had this exact spec since August. I agree with almost everything you guys said. Climbs amazing, cornering is stellar. 2.4/2.5 tires are definitely the way to go. 30% sag is too much for this bike's linear rear end. It behaves better and gets more playful around 25-27% without losing any noticable downhill traction. Upside: It's absolutely glued to the ground. Downside: It's absolutely glued to the ground, haha.. Could be a little more playful, and I do find it a bit difficult to hop, but only if you're not going flat out. It suffers a little at slower speed, like jibbing around the parking lot, or doing extra credit on more pedally sections of trail. With that said, I'm totally confident following any 29er's lines on this bike, which is saying a lot. Heels down, and smash! :)
Another guy here. Im done with 29ers. I have owned a few. 27.5 is more fun. Sorry industry leaders but im out on the 29 wagon. Racing for money is 1 thing. Riding with buddies or for fun is a whole diff ball game. Peec!
@@edgarsnezinu1439 how can a wheel size have a sexual orientation? and have you ever ridden a 29er? they are more stable at high speed... thats kind of the whole point...
@@ricusmate I dont have the chance to ride expensive bikes to know the difference but my bike I got at bikesdirect for $1000 back in 2016. Its a Gravity Point 4. Has nice specs and is decently light. I'm just confused, is the kona process that much better? Talking frames mainly as the components are just that, components. I love my bike but was really wanting to buy or at least try one of these 2019/2020 $3000+ bikes
Great vid guys right up until the end when you said “but it’s not a 29er.” Enough already. Not everyone wants every bike to be a 29er. I’m not anti-29er, but the Bronson is a kickass 27.5. Let it be. I for one would have it no other way.
0:44 Very cool shot, theoretically everyone can film their own suspension to see it working, flexint etc, but not many of us do. It's always cool to see it working. Thanks!
Lol people are now in open revolt against the wagon wheel bikes. How many times were we told well its how it it get used to it. Lol that time is coming to an end. And thank god. Commentors are my heros.
Blake Michal mine’s supposed to be here in days. Only been a couple weeks since I demoed it but the wait’s killing me!!! Lol. Put a vid of when u get it
Dum Smirker i demoed and bought (awaiting arrival) a Carbon C R + (cause I want the bigger rim). $4399 and it’s f’ing awesome. Check out my review. I have ridden the V2 in carbon and alum and they are both awesome, the carbon is a bit stiff feeling but if you’re on a budget nothing to worry about. I doubt this one will be any different.
I have had mine for almost 2 months now and there is not much more I can say than what you guys already said. This is the ONE bike to own if you can only own one bike. It seems to Roll over stuff better than my Nomad3, but when it gets fast and chunky, the N3 mutes the trail more and feels more composed. The N3 is a decent climber as long as you are seated and have a smooth pedal stroke. However, through the slow and rough sections where standing and hammering is needed, the N3 Bobbed more than Newhart. I had my N3 for 3 years, and it has served me so well, that I thought I would never get rid of it, but then now that I have ridden the B3 so much, I am not riding the N3 at all, so I sold it. Like you guys said, the B3 is NO 29er, I also Demo'd a Ibis Ripmo for a good 5 hours (which I also plan on buying), and I think the Ripmo is better through the faster, straighter, and rockier sections, but the B3 is better in the tight stuff and the B3 jumps better. For all around trail duty, slight advantage to the Ripmo. For Park Duty, the B3 wins easily.
That bike look great. For someone getting back into mt biking, looking to speed and Downhill and small jumping would this bike be too much? I am the type to buy more than I need and work up to it would this bike be OK for this type person? PS I am 50 in age, Male, and 5'8" 175 lbs
How would you compare it to the HD4? From what I've heard the new linkage with the lower link driven shock makes it feel a lot more like a DW-link bike and the geo is very close. I'd assume the Ibis pedals better though?
Isn't this really the 2019 model? if you lookup images of 2018 bronson you get mix of both new and old style. At the end of video guy says "so that was the 2019 Bronson"
Hi, I have a question. I want to buy santa cruz nomad cc or santa cruz bronson cc. I am 173cm tall, I can drive size L or size M, which fits better would like your opinion. This will be my first enduro so far I've always ridden a CC. Thank you very much
I know, 2 years late, but I'd go for a M Bronson, on the nomad you're going to be overbiked almost always and i think especially with the smaller wheels it's going to be more managable and playful on the smaller size. I own the bronson in Medium and I'm your height so take that how you want.
The higher volume tires have more traction and straight line plowing ability, but feel more unstable in corners. It's a balancing act each rider will have to figure out for themselves-where do they need the help, what do they prioritize?
Andrew Fallon funny you say that i am selling my 08 cbr600rr mint condition so i can buy this or a nomad. Only have a little free time and i rather get exercise on a mountain bike than sit on a motorcycle.
When's the video on the yeti sb150 coming out, been spending some time lining it all up for me to build... but all this fuss about the rear triangle flex has got me second guessing myself. Someone care to explain?
If I were to criticize bike review videos in general it's that they are not nearly critical enough. They give off the vibe that they're working in some way for the manufacturers. It's too bad, where I live there are no demos. All I have to go by is these video's, spec sheets, geometry, and price.
Morgan Grant is great bike I have the first one that arrived in the uk June last year I got the carbon C and I upgrade it to fox 36 grip 2 and coil shock plus few more upgrades Amazing bike.
Not yet! Jason is starting in January, but stoked to have him joining the team. This project was filmed by our in-house video wizard Chris Ricci, with additional filming by Peter Wojnar, and Ryys (last name too complicated, not even going to try).
LOVE that frame... =D LOVE the repositioning of the rear shock as it allows the use of a water bottle on top of the downtube... =] I find frames with shocks that prevent the placement of a bottle cage on their down tubes unappealing... >.> What's the weight of the frames though? O.O PS: I prefer to build custom - from the frame up - but if I were a buy a whole bike sort of person I DEFINITELY would consider a Bronson... =]
Hopefully this one isn’t made out of paper mache and will last me more than a month from what I would consider normal riding, currently waiting for the frame to show up via Warranty
I think there's a rumor that a 29er is always better. After riding them for 4 years... I'm questioning it. Not many ews or dh titles won on 29ers either. 🤔
It's a sales push. The industry and the mags have to generate hype over something. If you don't have anything decidedly better to offer, use the politician's strategy of making something up and hoping people will believe it's true by repeating it over and over. If 29ers were really so much better/faster as often stated, they would dominate the podium at DH and EWS races. So far, at least at the professional level, evidence for the superiority of 29ers is severely lacking. If one were scientifically-minded, one might think that maybe it's time to think up another reason to push you to buy something new?
They are great riders, and did well this season. However to demonstrate the superiority of 29ers, you would have to assert that if you had put them on 27.5 this season it would have greatly changed the results. You putting your money down? I would bet that Amuray would have been top 3 regardless of wheelsize (and bike brand, but that's another argument). He had a remarkable year. The 29er certainly didn't help Gwin come back from a horrible season despite his asserted preference for 29ers, at least on his trail bikes.
Its because its well known that the industry is shoving it down the neck. Is it really a surprise? Weather it is or isnt. Its know accepted outside of racing people dont like the gyro muted ride. Thats why you see all these responses. And i agree with them. Its not that they are bad. Its just part of the evolution. Look it was tried now for many years. People are now basically in open revolt. This is something you have to accept. Because when they were being pushed everyone was told the same thing. Its new you have to accept it. So....the verdict is in. Not everyone is a strava maniac. Is it a shocker bikers want to have fun? And now we speak with our money. Bottom line the industry gambled and lost. And all the corp fanboys and you know who they are now eat crow and are embarrased.
mjs1231 Couldnt agree more. What I have now is supposedly obsolete? Please I love my bikes and until the paint chips off or the frame breaks theyre not going anywhere. As a matter of fact my 650b enduro bike is getting a new fork delivered next week. Ive been reading and watching vids on this topic for months now and have to say, if I cant make my mind up and it perplexes me to this extent then its BS. I go on epics, and dh type courses alike and my bike does it all in a way more fun manner. I have several friends with bigger wheeled bikes as well. Theyre nice but I can still get away and drop them when I decide. And I’m sure there are faster guys than me on 29ers. But am I going to drop my 2018 650b bikes for this craze? Nope. Im with the revolt. Ive had it. The bike industry will see my money again not in a frame but just parts. And BTW eagle drive trains are garbage. Gimme a shimano 1x11 xt any day and ill be faster and smoother. My eagle was always in need of a tune. The 1x11 NX tranny is better thats on my HT and it hasnt skipped a beat. Bottom line dont believe the hype. If you have a 26 or 27.5 ride the balls off of it. Your smile will be ear to ear. And most tests between the two sizes from good riders are only seconds apart either way in favor of different wheels in different terrain. Its you thats the difference.
Want to know what I think! Daaaamn I want this ride sooo baaaadly...=( How may I convince my wife on spending the amount we spent for our car on a bike??? Guys help!
Great bike , rides smooth th-cam.com/users/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L I added a bigger spring loaded seat to it . Takes a bit of adjusting cables to get brakes and shifting to perfect . I've owned quite a few bikes in the past that were absolutely uncomfortable to ride and they always ended up as garage wall decor . I'm not seeing that with this one. It's pretty light I've only ridden it a few miles but I like it . As for the pedals falling off in the other reviews , the pedal arms are aluminum along with the pedal studs look to be also . I would not overtighten them. I can see it would be very easy to overtighten them and strip the threads right off . All in all I think it's pretty good quality besides the aluminum pedal thing .
I never really got Levy's hatred of climb switches. Of course we can appreciate a bike that climbs well without one, but at the end of the day it's literally a "go faster" switch... If it's there, why would you not use it? Similarly if you're designing a bike and whatever combination of suspension characteristics, frame geometry etc. you want don't easily lend themselves to pedal-friendly suspension, why would you not consider just putting a shock with a climb switch on and keeping all those characteristics you want? I don't want to sound like an asshole because I liked the video and I like Mike Levy, it's just a little detail that always irked me :)
Often it comes down to terrain. Around here we have a lot of technical climbing, so it's nice to have suspension that stays active enough to hold traction, but that doesn't feel sluggish under power. In places like Moab or Riva del Garda a climb switch makes more sense for sure.
What do you think of the Bronson? Let us know!
Realy cool bike
Looks like the perfect bike for me , bit expensive here in Australia though, I settled for a trek remedy instead due to budget .
Should be a 29er lol
I've had this exact spec since August. I agree with almost everything you guys said. Climbs amazing, cornering is stellar. 2.4/2.5 tires are definitely the way to go. 30% sag is too much for this bike's linear rear end. It behaves better and gets more playful around 25-27% without losing any noticable downhill traction. Upside: It's absolutely glued to the ground. Downside: It's absolutely glued to the ground, haha.. Could be a little more playful, and I do find it a bit difficult to hop, but only if you're not going flat out. It suffers a little at slower speed, like jibbing around the parking lot, or doing extra credit on more pedally sections of trail. With that said, I'm totally confident following any 29er's lines on this bike, which is saying a lot. Heels down, and smash! :)
Beautiful bike, great colors... Santa Cruz nailed it.
wow what a steal only $81.99!
Wtf
Just when I thought I was happy. Now I need a new bike...
Sincere apologies...you might not want to watch the rest of the series...
Another guy here. Im done with 29ers. I have owned a few. 27.5 is more fun.
Sorry industry leaders but im out on the 29 wagon. Racing for money is 1 thing. Riding with buddies or for fun is a whole diff ball game. Peec!
@@edgarsnezinu1439 how can a wheel size have a sexual orientation? and have you ever ridden a 29er? they are more stable at high speed... thats kind of the whole point...
Edgar... you triggered the poor bastard lmao..
Ever had a 29er with 425mm chainstays? The Kona Process is the first fun 29er.
@@ricusmate i have a 29er with 415mm chainstays... try that..
@@ricusmate I dont have the chance to ride expensive bikes to know the difference but my bike I got at bikesdirect for $1000 back in 2016. Its a Gravity Point 4. Has nice specs and is decently light. I'm just confused, is the kona process that much better? Talking frames mainly as the components are just that, components. I love my bike but was really wanting to buy or at least try one of these 2019/2020 $3000+ bikes
"its not a 29er" - that should have been listed under "pros" not "cons"
It’s all personal preference and they like 29ers
*Just an awesome **Latest.Bike** ....well constructed, sturdy, great looking…got me back out on the trails!! Could not be happier!!*
Great vid guys right up until the end when you said “but it’s not a 29er.” Enough already. Not everyone wants every bike to be a 29er. I’m not anti-29er, but the Bronson is a kickass 27.5. Let it be. I for one would have it no other way.
Definitely one of the best bike reviews i've seen so far. Good job guys!
Complaining that you didn't the get the 29er version?
Why not complain that it's not an e-bike either? >.>
My custom one will arrive next week! So stoked on it🤙🏻
Nice!
what parts are you going to be running
Jules Martin CC frame, Marzocchi Z1 fork, reserve wheels, GX eagle drivetrain and Magura MT5 brakes
KapitanPisoar1 Perhaps... but the bike was already way to expensiv. Maybe i‘ll upgrade later.
The new Bronson can run over houses. Now thats a bike I wan't to try
i did a demo last week on the same specs, the grip and stability is unreal, it feels like a light DH bike
0:44 Very cool shot, theoretically everyone can film their own suspension to see it working, flexint etc, but not many of us do. It's always cool to see it working. Thanks!
This is how a bike review should be done on all bikes...I want to see the bike.
Lol people are now in open revolt against the wagon wheel bikes. How many times were we told well its how it it get used to it. Lol that time is coming to an end. And thank god. Commentors are my heros.
Awesome video Pinkbike! Keep them coming ! :D
Just got mine yesterday! First ride today!
Blake Michal mine’s supposed to be here in days. Only been a couple weeks since I demoed it but the wait’s killing me!!! Lol. Put a vid of when u get it
DADventureTV the first ride was AMAZING you'll LOVE it
Blake Michal for how much did you get it ?
@@Christian-vb1xo I got a carbon S build for $3300.
Nice to know the $10k Bronson is awesome, but what about an aluminum model spec’d (relatively) more affordably?
Dum Smirker i demoed and bought (awaiting arrival) a Carbon C R + (cause I want the bigger rim). $4399 and it’s f’ing awesome. Check out my review. I have ridden the V2 in carbon and alum and they are both awesome, the carbon is a bit stiff feeling but if you’re on a budget nothing to worry about. I doubt this one will be any different.
So much better than the bike mag field tests. Keep up the great work guys!
Alex Evans is a dancer on a bike, so good!
Hey Paul....I love your videos man👌🏼keep it up....and yeah I totally agree with your comment👍🏼
That’s exactly what i like from this bike. It’s not a 29er!
Really well done review. Looking forward to the rest of this series.
Great to hear!
This SERIES is looking like it's gonna be Awesome!!!
I have had mine for almost 2 months now and there is not much more I can say than what you guys already said. This is the ONE bike to own if you can only own one bike. It seems to Roll over stuff better than my Nomad3, but when it gets fast and chunky, the N3 mutes the trail more and feels more composed. The N3 is a decent climber as long as you are seated and have a smooth pedal stroke. However, through the slow and rough sections where standing and hammering is needed, the N3 Bobbed more than Newhart. I had my N3 for 3 years, and it has served me so well, that I thought I would never get rid of it, but then now that I have ridden the B3 so much, I am not riding the N3 at all, so I sold it. Like you guys said, the B3 is NO 29er, I also Demo'd a Ibis Ripmo for a good 5 hours (which I also plan on buying), and I think the Ripmo is better through the faster, straighter, and rockier sections, but the B3 is better in the tight stuff and the B3 jumps better. For all around trail duty, slight advantage to the Ripmo. For Park Duty, the B3 wins easily.
just got my bronson carbon r build for 25% off can’t wait to ride it
Ethan Beltramo for how much did you get it ?
Christian 10 $3,299. it’s 20% off on competitive cyclist rn and I was able to get an extra 5% by talking to support and asking for a discount
Just got my bronson and DAM i love it !!!
for 8100 dollars it better be amazing. mtb companies need to give their head a shake
cant wait for the yeti test, i have been thinking about buying that bike for a little while, ready to hear what you guys think of it
Great review. Thanks guys.
That bike look great. For someone getting back into mt biking, looking to speed and Downhill and small jumping would this bike be too much? I am the type to buy more than I need and work up to it would this bike be OK for this type person? PS I am 50 in age, Male, and 5'8" 175 lbs
Will you guys be adding other 2019 bikes to the mix as they become available?
DOOOOPE!!!! Man Keep this kind of stuff coming.. take longer trips to Whistler or Wherever.. Just don’t Cheap out on this Goodness!!!
More coming soon
Great vid and review.
lol he says "nearly invisible bottom out" while theres a video of someone bottoming out the fork horrifically.
How would you compare it to the HD4? From what I've heard the new linkage with the lower link driven shock makes it feel a lot more like a DW-link bike and the geo is very close. I'd assume the Ibis pedals better though?
The Chain is slapping on the ground!
This bike is a must buy😍🤤
Now if pink bike had a comprehensive video review of the new 5010 I would have a much easier time making my decision.
I plan to purchase Santa Cruz but which one is better bronson, 5010 or nomad? For enduro and trail
Hope you have a Kona Process in this series of tests.
I got one in my garage, I think it's pretty swell.
Ric James they do check the article with all the bikes on the pink bike website
Yep, coming up soon!
Why would it be a con that it's not a 29er? That's what the hightower and megatower are for
0:44 100% satisfying
I found one Santa cruz c s industry 2019 for 3k it is worth it? Its a demo bike ao i believe is slightly used and it also have 1 year warranty
Looks good whats the price i wish it was 29er though
Its not the bike, its the fun
Definitely should test the Transition Scout, not much online for it!
You're in luck. We checked out the Scout in our upcoming value bikes feature from the Pinkbike Field Test.
Great perspective!
Hi i have 176 cm high , size L ,it would be good for me ? ( santa cruz Bronson )
Would you say the hightower is the "comparable" 29er?
So is it a 36 fox up front or rock shox? Their website said rock shox...
Did you ever reviews the 2020 hightower
What trail was that? Control Line?
Isn't this really the 2019 model? if you lookup images of 2018 bronson you get mix of both new and old style. At the end of video guy says "so that was the 2019 Bronson"
And Trek Remedy still kicked its ass left and right! Boom! 👍👍
Hi, I have a question. I want to buy santa cruz nomad cc or santa cruz bronson cc. I am 173cm tall, I can drive size L or size M, which fits better would like your opinion. This will be my first enduro so far I've always ridden a CC. Thank you very much
I know, 2 years late, but I'd go for a M Bronson, on the nomad you're going to be overbiked almost always and i think especially with the smaller wheels it's going to be more managable and playful on the smaller size. I own the bronson in Medium and I'm your height so take that how you want.
Yesss...we will see if that happens. Won’t we?? 🤨
Sick Video
Nice, well done.
Sweet!
Do you reckon the alloy builds are worth the money
I got the alloy build for $3500. I feel it’s a good value. The bike is sick.
why do you prefer the smaller volume tires other than the traditional feel?
The higher volume tires have more traction and straight line plowing ability, but feel more unstable in corners. It's a balancing act each rider will have to figure out for themselves-where do they need the help, what do they prioritize?
That's what you get for taking the strava line!
Levy: 6:07
Santa Cruz: Hold my Megatower
Hightower*
Lets see an Esker Elkat next!
can you guys do a review on the canyon strive?
It's amazing you can get a really nice used ducati for the price of this new...
Andrew Fallon funny you say that i am selling my 08 cbr600rr mint condition so i can buy this or a nomad. Only have a little free time and i rather get exercise on a mountain bike than sit on a motorcycle.
When's the video on the yeti sb150 coming out, been spending some time lining it all up for me to build... but all this fuss about the rear triangle flex has got me second guessing myself. Someone care to explain?
Coming next week, keep your eyes peeled!
If I were to criticize bike review videos in general it's that they are not nearly critical enough. They give off the vibe that they're working in some way for the manufacturers. It's too bad, where I live there are no demos. All I have to go by is these video's, spec sheets, geometry, and price.
Morgan Grant is great bike I have the first one that arrived in the uk June last year I got the carbon C and I upgrade it to fox 36 grip 2 and coil shock plus few more upgrades Amazing bike.
@@TheValbunnys ended buying this bike. It's real great. Was the right choice.
Did Jason Lucas work on that video? Heard you guys hired him! 😉
Not yet! Jason is starting in January, but stoked to have him joining the team. This project was filmed by our in-house video wizard Chris Ricci, with additional filming by Peter Wojnar, and Ryys (last name too complicated, not even going to try).
how does this compare with the Hightower LT?
35mm... 🤔 You mean 37? Haha
Nice video 😎
29er for the win
Pinbike did commerciaal for Santa Cruz, haha.
LOVE that frame... =D LOVE the repositioning of the rear shock as it allows the use of a water bottle on top of the downtube... =] I find frames with shocks that prevent the placement of a bottle cage on their down tubes unappealing... >.> What's the weight of the frames though? O.O PS: I prefer to build custom - from the frame up - but if I were a buy a whole bike sort of person I DEFINITELY would consider a Bronson... =]
Hopefully this one isn’t made out of paper mache and will last me more than a month from what I would consider normal riding, currently waiting for the frame to show up via Warranty
Waiting for Santa Cruz Nomad 29 !!! :)
Anyone know how much this bike in 2021 uk and where to buy cheers
I think there's a rumor that a 29er is always better. After riding them for 4 years... I'm questioning it. Not many ews or dh titles won on 29ers either. 🤔
It's a sales push. The industry and the mags have to generate hype over something. If you don't have anything decidedly better to offer, use the politician's strategy of making something up and hoping people will believe it's true by repeating it over and over. If 29ers were really so much better/faster as often stated, they would dominate the podium at DH and EWS races. So far, at least at the professional level, evidence for the superiority of 29ers is severely lacking. If one were scientifically-minded, one might think that maybe it's time to think up another reason to push you to buy something new?
EWS we agree on, but DH? Amaury Pierron? Loris Vegier?
They are great riders, and did well this season. However to demonstrate the superiority of 29ers, you would have to assert that if you had put them on 27.5 this season it would have greatly changed the results. You putting your money down? I would bet that Amuray would have been top 3 regardless of wheelsize (and bike brand, but that's another argument). He had a remarkable year.
The 29er certainly didn't help Gwin come back from a horrible season despite his asserted preference for 29ers, at least on his trail bikes.
Both sizes have plus and minuses. One is not necessarily better than the other. Choices are good.
29 ers are just getting on the big bikes.
with some more proper use I think wee see em getting bigger
THE BRONSON IS GREAT
BECAUSE THE BRONSON IS GOOD
What you said about making it 29. That.
Should be $6500 max for this model . No fox factory or x2 shock.
How about hightowerlt 👌
I wish I had the budget for this.....
Drink more kool aid guys...Its not a 29er! 🤦🏻♂️
Its because its well known that the industry is shoving it down the neck.
Is it really a surprise? Weather it is or isnt. Its know accepted outside of racing people dont like the gyro muted ride. Thats why you see all these responses. And i agree with them. Its not that they are bad. Its just part of the evolution. Look it was tried now for many years. People are now basically in open revolt. This is something you have to accept. Because when they were being pushed everyone was told the same thing. Its new you have to accept it. So....the verdict is in. Not everyone is a strava maniac. Is it a shocker bikers want to have fun? And now we speak with our money. Bottom line the industry gambled and lost. And all the corp fanboys and you know who they are now eat crow and are embarrased.
mjs1231 Couldnt agree more. What I have now is supposedly obsolete? Please I love my bikes and until the paint chips off or the frame breaks theyre not going anywhere. As a matter of fact my 650b enduro bike is getting a new fork delivered next week. Ive been reading and watching vids on this topic for months now and have to say, if I cant make my mind up and it perplexes me to this extent then its BS. I go on epics, and dh type courses alike and my bike does it all in a way more fun manner. I have several friends with bigger wheeled bikes as well. Theyre nice but I can still get away and drop them when I decide. And I’m sure there are faster guys than me on 29ers. But am I going to drop my 2018 650b bikes for this craze? Nope. Im with the revolt. Ive had it. The bike industry will see my money again not in a frame but just parts. And BTW eagle drive trains are garbage. Gimme a shimano 1x11 xt any day and ill be faster and smoother. My eagle was always in need of a tune. The 1x11 NX tranny is better thats on my HT and it hasnt skipped a beat. Bottom line dont believe the hype. If you have a 26 or 27.5 ride the balls off of it. Your smile will be ear to ear. And most tests between the two sizes from good riders are only seconds apart either way in favor of different wheels in different terrain. Its you thats the difference.
8199? damn must feel great to be a milionaire
Maxime Vhw yah, price is absurd, no justification for these prices, even with the best components.
Surely the forks look a bit too soft
Cool test tho
Want to know what I think! Daaaamn I want this ride sooo baaaadly...=(
How may I convince my wife on spending the amount we spent for our car on a bike??? Guys help!
David F. A. Buy the Juliana girls version. Tell her it is for her. Then when she never rides it. All yours.
Can you guys do a review on the Santa Cruz Nomad
Mike Kazimer reviewed it back in 2017: m.pinkbike.com/news/santa-cruz-nomad-4-review.html
Change the heading to 2019, its 2018
Great bike , rides smooth th-cam.com/users/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L I added a bigger spring loaded seat to it . Takes a bit of adjusting cables to get brakes and shifting to perfect . I've owned quite a few bikes in the past that were absolutely uncomfortable to ride and they always ended up as garage wall decor . I'm not seeing that with this one. It's pretty light I've only ridden it a few miles but I like it . As for the pedals falling off in the other reviews , the pedal arms are aluminum along with the pedal studs look to be also . I would not overtighten them. I can see it would be very easy to overtighten them and strip the threads right off . All in all I think it's pretty good quality besides the aluminum pedal thing .
mikes voice is like a cartoon
29er version would be welcomed.
It's called the Hightower LT....
What exactly is the point of reviewing a $8,199 bike? Let me guess, it's really good. No s&$t.
I never really got Levy's hatred of climb switches. Of course we can appreciate a bike that climbs well without one, but at the end of the day it's literally a "go faster" switch... If it's there, why would you not use it?
Similarly if you're designing a bike and whatever combination of suspension characteristics, frame geometry etc. you want don't easily lend themselves to pedal-friendly suspension, why would you not consider just putting a shock with a climb switch on and keeping all those characteristics you want?
I don't want to sound like an asshole because I liked the video and I like Mike Levy, it's just a little detail that always irked me :)
Often it comes down to terrain. Around here we have a lot of technical climbing, so it's nice to have suspension that stays active enough to hold traction, but that doesn't feel sluggish under power. In places like Moab or Riva del Garda a climb switch makes more sense for sure.
They should so do a 29er version!!!!!!!!!!
This guy sounds just like the bible bike tester
0:44 satasf
3:55 thank me later
Nice bike, but these mtbs are not worth the price of 4000 usd or more, industry is just taking our money cause we give it