2022 Pivot Firebird **LIVE** Q&A
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The reason you probably feel the 429 was as good as the switchblade was that they are within half a degree in terms of head angle. This puts the wheel base within 5 mm. I realized the switchblade suspension felt like it was tuned to smash big things but didn't have the geometry to cash out on it. I have since put an angle set to slacken it another degree to 65 and it rides so much better now and makes more sense as the in between for the 429 at 66.5 and the firebird at 64
That makes a lot of sense. Angle set would make the SB more relevant today between the extremely trail worthy T429 and all mountain FB
Insider info says 2022 SB will be 65°
Hi Philip, can you share which angle set you used? I’m riding a Switchblade V2 and was also considering slackening it a bit. I was looking at the Works Components one but was curious as to the one you used.
By the way I also changed the rear shock from the DPX2 to a Float X2 and I am ABSOLUTELY loving it. It’s really smoothed things out and added composure and took away a lot of the skitty jitteriness, especially on fast chunk. It rides so awesomely now and the pedaling feels about the same.
Thanks for the info and Happy New Year!
@@TheJofrica hey I went with the wolftooth -1 degree headset. Works well enough for me with no issues that I have seen. I went with a dhx2 in the back lol so same damper just the coil in the back. I'm still split between the dpx2 for the lightness and dhx2 has that super controlled and supple ride. One other thing I did was take out the spacer for the fork. It really made the fork feel more supple imo even though fox recommends one spacer for 160
@@hwangsome Hi, thanks for the info! I'll check out that Wolf Tooth headset. I've heard great things about the DHX2, haven't tried it yet, I hear it's pretty nice on the small bumps. I was surprised at how easy it was to swap the shocks on the Pivot. I still have the DPX2 so it might be a thing where I swap them out depending on what trails I ride. Also haven't adjusted any spacers on anything. Thank you again for the feedback, and Happy New Year! Wishing you excellent rides!
its nice that this video has not been deleted accidentalty :DDD. thanks for the live q and a yumyum
haha thanks dude
4.5 w/kg! That’s impressive. Good luck with the races. Hope to see the review of the exie when you get it
Thanks! Yeah, 4.5 is the goal... we'll see where I end up.
Hey Jason ! I’ m on a SBv2 size M, it is perfect for me. I want to go with the FB this year but I’m struggling with the size, i’m 175 cm and my first choice was a M but know i’m a bit lost… we have steep an tight trails here, I’m wondering if a small could be better…
Luv the bike reviews. I know this is a Firebird review but can you comment Transitions Spur vs RM Element?
Element is quicker everywhere, faster turn in, more traction....
Hey Curt R. I am also in Santa Clara UT, and also on a Transition Spur. I will keep my eye open for you.
I noticed you love running the Rekon front / Ardent race rear combo.... I have been running the same combo for a few years and it is fast with just enough bite. I feel like the Rekon 2.6 3C is the perfect front tire for any trail I ride a lot. I am always looking for a different rear tire, have you tried Rekon Race? The ardent race is so dang light and does well enough, anything you have found that compares?
been riding the rekon 2.4 f and r but honestly, i think i prefer the ar back there
have you had the chance to ride the firebird mullet before giving it back ?
I agree with the person who highlighted the title of the video being Pivot Firebird Q&A. It's kinda misleading when the Firebird is not the primary topic for 99% of the video. Perhaps you could do a video titled 'General Bike Q&As' or something so to be able to focus on people's questions regarding what the video title refers to can be answered/why they came to the feed. But hey, you do you! Great content otherwise man! And great riding!
Thx for the feedback. Sometimes live streams don’t go as planned
Sorry I missed the stream...Q: Love my switchblade 90 percent of the time...but occasionally the rear feels super harsh - a little scary even....have spent more than a few months trying to get it dialed in...probably switching shocks, or bikes...I know you had a similar experience and wondering if you found any of that on the 429 or Firebird - and ideas why or why not given similar suspension design? Seems like you loved the rear end on those bikes. Thanks!
As a person who has a switchblade, something about the shock is funky. At one point I had 230 psi and it was hitting sag and now I have it at 205 and it's still hitting sag. I'd keep taking 5 psi out until it feels ok. I'm not even sure if I'm just used to it at this point but at 205psi with a 180lb riding weight and 3 clicks of LSC, feels soft and supportive now. I actually had been struggling with the fork too and ended up having to take out the spacer for it to feel both supportive yet not harsh. Ride in CO for comparisons sake.
I also had a problem w my SB getting harsh at higher speeds... I swapped out for a smaller volume spacer and I it got a little better but in the end, I moved on from the switchblade... If your speeds are high, consider this FB
Hi Eric, I'm wondering is that you contacted us to collaborate with then you get the bike, but no youtube review yet, I'm wondering if someone hacked your email.
It happens, Some youtubers get the product then disappear
Magicyclebike, I saw an email from you but didn't open it. I get dozens of email every week from random companies asking me to review their products... I never do. Sorry. Also, my name isn't Eric and I've never corresponded w you. You might have the wrong person... good luck!
Man, you need to do a test ride on the Santa Cruz Bronson MX 2022. I think you will be blown away!
🇺🇸🏜can the 2022 Pivot Firebird be fitted for 27.5 rims/tires ?Scottsdale, Arizona???
Yes. See the pivot website in faq section
@@mtbyumyum Okay, I own a 2019, 27.5 Firebird now and these days, the New bikes are better ! Fortunately all of mtbiking benefit from the New technology👍🇺🇲
@@mtbyumyum What I was wondering is what you'd think of a 27.5'' Firebird in Medium with maybe 2.5'' - maybe a little better reach but still playful with the smaller wheels?
Yeah, maybe... I want to try the FB mullet first in size small
750 is wide enough
Sometimes you gotta get through a narrow gap
Sorry I missed this!
no stress. Mike was the mod... you got the day off ;) haha
Did you get GAGICYCLE BIKE but didn't review?
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24:50 Revel Rail! - or a changed up, dialed in Mojo-4
M4 is more fun
Hit that 👍 button
yeah buddy. Thanks!
How would you compare the SJ EVO vs the SB130LR?
Very different. SB130lr feels more efficient and the evo is more easy going... more fun
How does the RM Element compare to the Regular Stumpjumper?
As I remember, pretty similar geo. Stumpjumper feels more poppy, Element climbs better… these would actually be a lot of fun to ride back to back
2020 Pivot FB owner here. Why you gotta cut me so deep, bro?
oops. Sorry dude!