2021 Scott Genius Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.ย. 2024
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If you would've told me a 150mm bike would pedal this well I would've called you a bold faced liar! The @scottsports Genius is an uber efficient, trail slaying machine. I've spent a few weeks throughly getting acclimated with it all over Northwest AR and here are my thoughts: The bars are wacky, the paint is gorgeous, and it's one of the most versatile bikes I've ridden.
This is a size L, TUNED version of the Genius and I was certainly expecting a 9K bike to work pretty damn well! The fit on this thing seems pretty spot on for my 5'10 frame. It does take a bit of time to get used to the Syncros bar/stem combo and it felt STRANGE at first. It was almost as if the bars were down at my hips, however, after a few rides I was digging it!
My riding on this bike encompassed some of the gnarliest trails in the area (Buffalo Outdoor Center), some old school XC style trails and, of course, some sweet jump lines! The bike felt killer on all of these types of terrain. The Buffalo Outdoor Center was the first time I actually got it on the trail and I felt very comfortable immediately.
One thing that took me some time get used to was the dropper lever setup. With the Twin Loc lever down where the dropper would normally be, I had to orient my thumb to moving up to hit the dropper. It became second nature pretty darn quickly though. This is pretty much the only "negative" I really have about this bike.
I starting choosing this bike on the majority of my rides because it just seemed to fit my type of riding and I wasn't quite sure how long I'd have it ;)
Please shoot me any questions you have on this thing, I'm happy to answer.
Big thanks to @KOM Cyclery in Nolanville TX for hooking me up with this demo rig.
I rode a 2018 Genius 920 for two years and it has, hands down, the absolute best pedaling platform of any bike I have ridden. I loved that bike! I was a bit over-biked at 150mm for 90% of the trails here in Boise, Idaho so I gave it to my kid and traded up to a short-travel ripper (DC bike) -- A Transition Spur. I love the Spur and as fantastic as it is, the Genius pedals better. On another note, there are plenty of Twin-Loc haters out there but I loved having access to remote suspension lockouts on the handlebars. I miss that on the Spur. 🤘
I have a genius 950 from 2020. and it is great bike. Bike pedals great, I usualy do long rides, even 100km a day and scott genius does it great. Twinloc is one of the best thing you can have on mountain bike. Bike climbs easily, and I climbed some sections on my local trails that I could not climb on my hardtail.
I had a 2017 Scott Spark that I rode for 3 years. It was an amazing bike. I pushed it well beyond its limits and it just kept going. Scott makes some of the best climbing bikes, and I love the TwinLock.
I also ride a Scott Spark 960 - apparently it’s a xc bike: I didn’t know any better when I started and progressed to black trails with. Still going strong.
Those handlebars look like they are straight out of the future. I low key want a pair! ha!
Quality review and great riding!! Never considered a Scott but I'm going to give them a look. Started planning a Bentonville road trip from Western NY. The whole area looks amazing so I'm pumped!
True 👊😎 I love it in my Genius 910 2022 too. Very useful.
nice review. and the background music was great matches the shredding
Thanks James! My editing skills need some work, but it was fun!
Just stay on top of that rear shock service intervals, as Scott clearly made every effort to make this model as light as possible...truly a Magic Carpet ride. First bike in a long list of test mules that I truly WANT. I wouldn’t even bother asking to borrow it, I’d be ruined and not want to give it back. Lucky Dawg
Please do many more bike reviews, there better than PinkBike's because we get to see you shred and you have a unique insight as a skilled professional and coach. Keep up the great work and I hope to see more of these.
I ride a Kona Hardtail (aftermarket dropper though) as I'm very budget restricted right now and I also really appreciated your hardtail specific TH-cam video about jumping a hardtail.
Awesome video Rich! Keep shredding. I loved that area when we came out there a few weeks ago. Super fun!
Its the rise dude, that bar set up is clearly XC oriented based on the rise numbers, hence the awesome pedal/climb…its a beautiful, love it, trail bike for XC riders with deep pockets. If your a heavy or aggressive rider, consider another platform as you will be plagued with rear shock issues…at the very least a grip ll damper upgrade, more aggressive/narrower tires and and swap out the cockpit for more rise…otherwise the descents on this Ferrari will be busy and expert level. Otherwise keep it stock and on the fluffy side, its a rocket ship in the right hands, being a trail bike put on a Ketogenic diet. SICK!!!
That bike is so sick! I sure do love white bike bc they look sooo clean! Love the vid!
😆 Can't believe you pulled out the Cole Tricle quote🤣.
I just got a 6.800$ bike, first fully, very nice to ride, scott genius tuned 900, I would definitely rate it 10/10, cause the pedaling, is smoother than butter. Very nice bike, also a really nice fox transfer dropper so, yeah, I couldn't wish for any other bike ;)
Honestly I'm so confused Why can't I find anything on the internet about the 2022 Scott Genius 950 on the internet besides the websites trying to sell it? and why is there a bike of the same name that cost 3 times as much as mine???
I’m giving you guys a four thumbs up! Great video and awesome review of the Scott Genius!👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Hey, it's that guy that tripled the Family Flow gap! :D Oh, and I'm bummed you weren't able to hit Mad Hatter. Wonderland is an incredibly fun set of segments.
I have an older model but luv the twin lock and am looking to get a brand new one
Great video as always, bro. 🤘
Thanks dude!!!
The fox live valve on my 2019 genius ultimate is stunning every time I ride it.
Love the H to the G ZONE!
I agree man!
I am having trouble deciding on my next bike. It's between the revel rascal and scott genius 910. I rode my friends rascal the other day and loved it. I live in connecticut were there are lots of rocks and roots with rolling hills. I am currently riding a trek fuel ex 9.8 27.5 plus. I am an aggressive rider who rides between 15 and 25 mile rides normally. What do you think ?
Hey Jason! I think you can’t go wrong wither way. If they are both available, I’d look to see what the better deal is and use that money to upgrade something if you’d like. I’m hoping to get on a Large Rascal at some point soon. Let me know what you decide.
@@richdrewtherideseries Thanks for the response. My friends Rascal has a 150mm lyric on it with the meg neg on the shock. It felt awesome. It’s definitely worth trying his setup if you can.
Is this genius capable of riding down hill, through drops and gaps… what a m trying to get. Is this genius bike consider a mini enduro bike.
Now we’re talking!
How about some of the lower spec bikes? I have just picked up the Blue Alum. framed Genius.
Hey Donald! I'm sure they're awesome. I can only ride what I can get my hands on and I was lucky enough to get this bike from a shop on Central TX.
How do you like this compared to the Delano Peak?
This I where I broke my collarbone 2 weeks ago. Had a blast riding in bentonville. Luckily it happened the last day, the last time (6th time on the air raid line), and on the last jump. Huntley is legit.
Love the review! I’m trying to decide between the L and XL, how tall is your buddy on the XL? I’m 6’1 and tested out a L, which felt a bit small but the bike shop disagreed with me lol
get the L, I tell you from experience.
@@alexkish1745 thank you Alex for the advice, I did and am super happy!
@@alexkish1745 hi for 178 cm with 86 cm legs longer, better m or l?
@@glaucolelli2583 I would go Medium if i were you.
Nice review! I bought the same bike. Which spacer do you use to get the higher handlebar? For me it's a bit to low.
Greets from Italy!
Really good video, I’m currently riding a 2020 Stumpjumper Evo, with a 160 fork and Cascade linkage, I have an opportunity to buy a 2021 Genius Tuned at a smoking deal, my EVO is nearly 35 pounds and we don’t have a ton of gravity stuff in central Texas, what do you think between the two?
Get a chance to rip the ransom yet? Can't figure which one between it and the genius.
I have James and it's AMAZING! I think it comes down to what type of terrain you are riding. I felt the Genius was incredibly capable on the majority of things I would ride. The Ransom defied logic with how well it pedaled for a 170mm bike.
What do you think about the 2021 Genius 950! Do you think the components are too cheap?
Were you guys riding on the stock tires? If not, what tires are you running and how’s the clearance in the back?
Hi, I would like to know if there is any Scott Genius size M available, if possible 900 Tuned ??
I’m not sure if they’re available, I’d reach out to Scott
7:50 the groove starts here :)
Indeed it does
the volume is a bit low but great content as always
scott Genius or specialized Stumpjumper evo? (Genius 900 vs stumpjumper evo pro)
Rich how do I get in on one of your classes? Please let me know!
hi i’m 5’10 same you. you. think size m is too little for me? thanks
I'm torn between getting a scott genius or a trek remedy, which bike would u say is best for for price, I've got £3000 ta spend
Hey Alex! That's a tough call. Both seem like great bikes, but I've only ridden the Scott and really enjoyed it.
@@richdrewtherideseries thanx for the reply, I might jus flip a coin and see which side it ends up and go for that 1.lol. Luv ya channel m8 keep up the good work 🤙
That handlebar.... burn it with fire!
How's this a review of the Scott? more like a "look at me" video?
Price?
Lol Scott just released the 2022 version your a year behind 😂
Looks like Elon Musk designed the handlebars 😂
Indeed 😂😂
Good job texting and driving 🙄