TOP 10 BEST VALUE ENDURO MOUNTAIN BIKES OF 2023 / 2022
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Welcome to my BUDGET ENDURO MOUNTAIN BIKES Buyer's Guide for 2022 / 2023. In this video, we go over what I consider to be the Top 10 Best Value Mountain Bikes with 140mm of travel and over and the best bang for buck enduro bikes out right now. These are my recommendations and hopefully after watching this, you can make an educated purchase decision and get the most value for your money.
Links to check out the bikes!
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Trek Slash 7
sovrn.co/1dn5y48 (Trek Bikes)
GT Force Sport
sovrn.co/13xgn0w (GT)
GT Force Carbon Elite
sovrn.co/64xmiwi (GT)
Commencal Meta SX Ride
sovrn.co/94akvhu (Commencal)
Propain Tyee AL
sovrn.co/qiuplm7 (Propain)
Vitus Sommet CR
sovrn.co/1horiap (Chain Reaction)
sovrn.co/1qlhada (Wiggle.com)
YT Capra Core 2
sovrn.co/13wm62u (YT)
Specialized Status 160
sovrn.co/ebrbul9 (Specialized)
Marin Alpine Trail 7
bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/qnaGdL (Bikes Online)
sovrn.co/18njhvj (Jenson)
Ibis Ripmo AF
sovrn.co/r6b4znf (Jenson)
Canyon Spectral AL 5
sovrn.co/3wiko2o (Canyon)
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I love my Canyon Torque 29 Al 5. It handles so well. It was definitely a big step up from my regular trail bike.
Right on!🤘🏻
This is such a good list! It put the Marin Alpine Trail 7 on my radar. I ended up getting one very recently. Such a sick bike. Thanks for the video Ben! Keep the fantastic content coming!
very nice list, helps me a lot and this summer i fell in love with the status. trying to get one ever since. i do miss kona and orbea in this list but orbea is also in a different price world.
we in europe also love to ride instinctiv, a dutch brand if i’m not mistaken. the look may be optional but geometry and parts are nuts. also had to follow 👍🏼
Cheers Tom! 👊🏼
I have a ‘22 Ripmo AF with some upgrades (Dominion Brakes and I9 Hydra’s laced to DT Swiss EX511hoops). I also have an Intense Tazer MX ebike. I love both and looking forward to your ebike reviews!
Sick! Good taste in bikes!👌🏻 Thanks for the support Kelly! Love having you in the audience!
i love these top 10 videos. can you keep on doing them?
For sure! 2023 is just around the corner… more coming!🤘🏻
I LOVE my Marin Alpine Trail XR. Such a great value with top end Lyrik Ultimate fork and Ultimate rear coil.
Beast of a bike at a great price!👌🏻
I just got a canyon torque cf8 and I bout it because it checked all the boxes I was after (mullet/coil shock/Aline ready) and in the end it was about 3 grand cheaper than most of the bikes in the category , one of the best values on the hill right now for sure. I cld smash the frame in half but a frame only from another brand and still be with the price of some of the other bikes in the category.
“A-line ready” Love it!!
@@TopToBottomMTB I was very very close to getting a clash or a meta sx as a close second wish the clash came In A mullet build. Also the purple bike looks the best but no 12 speed on that one
Thanks for all the info! This is one of the better reviews I’ve seen!
About to step my kids up from Hardtails. They’ve developed the necessary skill sets and now I’m ready to make the full suspension jump.
I originally thought to go the trail route since I will be buying two bikes at once and it will likely be more cost-effective.
But after a recent bike park trip, they are sending massive jumps and big drops!
Now I’m considering going the Enduro route.
Are they are only 10, but growing fast.
Would you mind taking a look at a few of their shorts and give me your thoughts?
Thanks
Keep up the great work! We dig the continent!
You’ve got some little rippers for sure!! If they’re hitting jumps that big at 10, it’s only a matter of time until they want to challenge themselves with bigger gaps and double black trails… Polygon has some sick 24”/26” full sus bikes for sale right now like the Siskiu D24 and D24x.
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I have twin boys too! They’re 5 and I hope they can rip like that at 10. Getting them some little hardtails with disc brakes this year… 🤞🏻 Hope the day comes where I can’t keep up with them anymore… Cheers!
@@TopToBottomMTB dude! Twin boys are the best!
So stoked for you!
As you probably know well by now, twin boys will compete at everything!
Which is partly the reason I think my boys are going so big at such a young age. Whether it’s motocross, mountain biking, surfing, or snowboarding, they are always pushing the limits in the spirit of a friendly competition with their brother.
As a parent, it is so much fun to watch! And makes for great family activities!
Thanks for your insight and advice, I will look into those avenues!
@@3BrothersExtreme Cheers! 🍻 My name’s Ben by the way… Glad to have you guys in the audience! 🤘🏻
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Just bought my Marin Alpine Tail 7 for 1800CHF. Like it so far, even though it is a bit heavy and long compared to what I used to ride
Brilliant video! Thanks for this
Cheers! Nice to have you in the audience!🍻
I owed a canyon spectral cf7 I’ve been riding it for two years now + racing enduro all over the states and so far no complaints, and it has taken some bad crashes and I still riding it love it!
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sick video man i would love to see a vid about frames that would be sweet!!
Sweet thx! I’ll put it on the to do list!
Great buying guide can’t wait for the next vid
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it and happy to have you in the audience!
The YT capra core 2 enduro is my most wanted bike and I’ll start making some money to get it. It’s just gives so much for the price(2300€ at the moment). Hope I’ll get it soon. And thank you for this video. You boosted my confidence a lot by mentioning this bike in this video and now i want it even more
Great bike! YT is making big moves!!🤘🏻
This video was great man! No wasted time, ad not rushed, good stuff. I'm a Roky Mountain Altitude rider, what do you think of those?
Thanks brother! Love Rockies! But if I bought one it would be a little higher end build… the “budget” option got out matched on this list…
I have no problem with E-bikes. Yes, I would like to have an E-bike, but as long as I can still pedal, I'll pedal. Maybe by then the prices will come down. All good! Love your channel man. Quick and concise! Make some more! Safe shredding to ALL! ALOHA.
Thanks James! 🤘🏻
This might help me purchase my first full suspension enduro bike. I'ma save it for later us. Thank you ❤
Great list, i also think the Commencal Clash Origin is a great bike and is on sale now
I've gone for the Trek Slash 7. It's a really really good bike. But I still wait to save up some money to upgrades shit Tektro brakes and to put on the Yari fork ROCKSHOX CHARGER 2 RCT3 damper or the upgrade from Fast Suspension (France). After that, It'll be a hell of a beast, even if the wheels will have to be changed in some years
my Capra core 2 will come tomorrow. Im so exited!
OH SNAP!!!!!! So exiting!!! Stoked for you!!
U can add trek remedy 8 or 7 to the list i think these are great bikes for thoose who like having fun on a bike in bike parks and on jumps. I have trek remedy 8 myself i can tell this bike is AWESOME! Great vid anyways.
Yes! The remedy is great if you still want the 27.5 wheels. My father in law has one and loves it!!
Totally agree, I love my remedy for the bike park, I’ve got a Nukeproof giga but rarely use it as i have way more fun on the trek, awesome bike
I had the spectral al 5.0.
Snaped two frames, my mate had the same one and Also snaped his frame all three in the direct same spot on the damper bolts. So I wouldn't really tell you to buy it as long as you are riding more than flowtrails.
One thing though it feels amazing.
Thanks for the insight!
Bro same I had the Al 5.0 the bike felt absolutely amazing but the frame cracked, such a shame. (Canyon gave me a full refund)
How did it happen? What kind of terrain did you ride?
Which model year did you have? I have bought al 6. Do you think that frame snaps easily. Because ı want to ride down stairs and stair gaps
@@kaan6560 I had the normal aloy frame as far as I know are the frames identical besides of the paint originally I had a 5.0 but besides of the frame there was nothing left. I had the 2020 and the 2019
Ever heard of the Radon Swoop 9.0? 170 mm in front and back. The 9.0 hast really good parts for a price of about 3600 €.
I’ll check it out and put it on the gauntlet for 2023! Cheers!👊🏻
Bang for your buck wise, radon is pretty hard to beat. Excellent suspension (fox performance elite is essentially factory in a different color), mixed with other great value components and a carbon frame for less than 4000 € is hard to argue with. A Megatower with equivalent components can cost you more than twice as much...
A price of 3100 is correct
It’s not only about components tho. Canyon also has excellent value but it’s more about how the bike feels and rides as a whole. Also it’s about quality control, warranty and customer service. It’s hard to have all nailed AND have amazing value bikes.
@@emp6325 your right, of course! I ride the swoop from 2016 and I like it. But the new one with carbon frame is a completely different bike. A friend of mine feels good with it.
This vid is missing the chapters like you have done on some others. That was hugely helpful. Just a heads up since I know you are putting out some good content.
Thanks for the input… just trying a couple different things… cheers!
I have the smaller brother of the vitus sommet the escarpe and is a blast to ride. Super playful love it
Perfect!👌🏻Trail bikes are so much fun to throw around! Cheers!👊🏻
These guys really know their stuff. Impressive
I'm actually looking at several of the bikes on this list that you composed. However, do you have any thoughts on the Fezzari Delano Peak?
Just bought a 2022 Giant Reign Adv Pro 2 for $2900 USD on sale. Carbon Frame, ZEB Fork, 29er. I feel this should be on the list!
I got the 2020 advanced pro 1 this year and I’ve been breaking PRs both uphill and downhill, such a sick bike
Man I want you to do a top10 budget downhill bikes this year
Great video, thanks
Cheers!👊🏻
Dude im going with the Canyon Alloy frame build wow!!!
The radon swoop al 8.0 is also Great with a fox 38 and a fox float x2 with 170mm Travel rear and front
I don’t think I’m ready for an ebike yet, but will get there soon.
what do you think about the cube stereo one77 pro 29? I think it has a great value for the specs it has
Great list! I went with the Specialized Status 160. I love it and it's my first bike that actually fits my size.
Sick! It’s so nice to realize once you find the right fit.👊🏻
@@TopToBottomMTB are you worried that its not a carbon frame?
are you worried that its not a carbon frame?
@@x2xbrandtx2x I actually prefer aluminum for a big enduro bike… carbon maybe for short travel trail bikes.
this ^
I was watching your video and clicking on the links and noticed the Canyon Spectral AL5 was on sale so i just purchased it.. It should be delivered end of next week hopefully...
Sick! Congrats! You’re gonna love it!🤘🏻
You forgot the Cube Stereo 150 Race, a great enduro/am bike with a price of 3200€ and very good components and a carbon frame
That’s an amazing list of completes at the price of many “frame only” buys. That would be an interesting comparison. Frame only list of high end frames and what makes them special.
As for eBikes, I have only demoed a few but never considered buying one since my everyday local short loop is only 7miles long. It’s would shorten that steep climb to 15-20mins but be a lot of weight to throw around the tight single track decent. I think if I lived near some longer backcountry trails that were too steep to explore then that would be a better reason to consider a heavy eBike.
Yeah that’s exactly what I have locally… a ton of steep climbs and a ton of exploring to do…🔋💪🏻
@@TopToBottomMTB it’s makes sense for you and your trails. For me it’s like that guy that buys a riding lawn mower for his tiny yard.
@@hardmtnbiker 🤣
can someone pls tell what part they use to fit a shok thats not threated? for example in the slash 7
Great video. No wasting time and straight to the point. Very informative.
I am looking to buy new full suspension trail/ enduro bike that I would not have to upgrade parts in near future with durable and reliable components. My local trails is mix of climbs and downhill.I was thinking about Polygon T8 but gave up because of frame crack issue. I heard Canyons have also frame cracks problem. Which one would you recommend that have strongest frame( lifetime warranty desirable) and best components. My budget is around 3k. Should I wait for '23 models or maybe there will be some good deals at the end of the year. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
P.M. ( I see Fezarri La sale peak is on Black Friday sale for around 3k. Are these good bikes?)
I’d hop on the Black Friday deals! Bikes online have both the T8 and T7 on sale now! $550 off the T8! 👉🏻 bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/oeMLMm
T7 👉🏻 bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/Xxknkg
Thank you for your response. I did buy T7 but returned it because of frame cracks issue and decided to get something that I would not have to upgrade parts in near future . T8 is out of stock in my size.
When you go in 3k and little above budget it's so hard to choose. I need bike that would do climbing and downhill good. Many good bikes.
Giant Trance X 2021 compared to rocky mountain altitude 2019-2021 as it is, thanks for the answer!🤝🏻
Newer trance… had a great time on mine back in the day.
When he said under 3k I still laughed 🤣 way out of my pockets
You could to mention about NS Bikes Define model or Cubes. They are not so pricey and looking damn good :) .
The spectral Al 5 is by far the funnest and priceworthy bike i ever hade so far
I’m debating on getting a canyon al5 or a Propain spindrift al mix
What do you think of the Rocky Mountain Altitude Alloy 30...?...Great list,might consider trek..
Rocky’s are great! And the alloy 30 is an awesome entry into enduro
What about the cube one 77 pro i think its named. I think its pretty cool too
Great video
Cheers!👊🏻
I love jumps, is the remedy better than Slash for that ?
i love ebikes. Did 4 years of riding in just 2 for the time saved. but they are heavy and hard to manouver going downhill so theres that
Thx
What is lightest enduro mountain bike weight before durability is compromised? I'm curious as at moment looking at a 12.5kg build but unsure if add some weight
I have the Commencal Meta SX that I custom built and love it, but If I was buying a new bike today, I would love to try the Propain Tyee.
I've heard so many good things about their Pro 10 suspension design. When Robert Kraus designed it he wrote a list of requirements with 10 points that the suspension system had to fulfil
1. Highest drive neutrality
2. Sensitive response
3. Best possible traction
4. Ideal progression to optimally utilise the suspension travel and prevent sagging
5. Excellent anti-squat values (low bobbing)
6. High stiffness
7. Favourable force transmission into the main frame (lightweight construction)
8. Robust bearing
9. Low & central centre of gravity
10. Low braking influence
From what I've heard the Tyee nails all 10 points. It might be my next bike, but I'm going to wait and see how well the new Protype enduro bike from Commencal rides before making any decisions.
Ohana in the house!! If you guys haven’t already… go sub to his channel! He has a sick custom META and shreds! Thx for the insight brother!🤘🏻
For me, the Tyee also seems to be a good deal. And it also looks amazing!
However, VitalMTB recently did a DH bikes comparison and the Propain Rage performed way below the other bikes on the test. So I must admit that I got a lit bit frustratred, cause the bikes probably share a similar platform. Have you seen these videos?! Btw, I couldnt find Tyee's in depth reviews (it seems that YT just suggests GMBN videos hahaha).
@@TopToBottomMTB Thanks for the love brother. I appreciate you. Unfortunately my daughter spilled a cup of water on my PC and killed it 😂 So I haven't been able to edit/upload any videos. Just stuck to using my phone. I hope to have a new one built soon so I can get back to getting some videos uploaded.
@Rafael Gaede The issue they had with the bike was it was difficult to hold a line in the rough stuff. This wasn't due to the suspension design, but the fact that it's the smallest and stiffest frame out of the group. Those two design aspects don't inspire much confidence on a downhill bike. Also according to one of the reviewers the Rockshox BoXXer had a lot of bushing play which contributed to them not liking the bike. The fact the one of the reviewers set a PR shows the bike works well when the trail is closer to enduro conditions. I think Propain just missed the geo numbers and made the bike too stiff.
I had the Spindrift for a couple of months now, very good pedaling, does uphill and bike parks no worries. Looks great too, I'm very pleased
Hey man, what do you think abt the canyon torque al 6 2022?
Awesome burley bike! If you hit bike drops and big jumps, that’s the bike for you!
My man really made a video about budget mtbs and started of with a 3.8k bike. I mean I don't really know the prices of enduro bikes and what would be considered budget but its a little funny
The status shuld be at 3 place cuz its very good for the price even too good i have the 160 and i got the 2020 model whit swiss weals for 2,500 eur its a great bile
Does this come in a xxl equivalent frame?
What do you think about sta cruz mega tower?
sick vid
Thx Jerry!👊🏻
I really love ebike, its fun to ride downhill, as planted as hell, feels like I am on edge of the grip every turn. Really fast and controlled downhill. And going uphill for free is benefit as well.
Love it! Can’t wait to get one!
Same! Something to also keep in mind while riding ebikes are helmets. Most people wear cpsc helmets (which arent safe), when they should be actually wearing an nta helmet like xnito or bern, or even a full face helmet
What do you think about the canyon strive cfr?
I love my 2022 Propain Tyee.
Opionions on Best 150mm up front bikes? Thats what i like for enduro. Carbon frame 5-6k
I have the canyon but an older model and it’s great the bike sometimes acts like the mom in your friend group always taking care of you and it’s very forgiving the bike feels like apart of you unlike other bikes that I’ve ridden but it’s not as rowdy
🤜🏼🤛🏼
I’ve got a few questions but, what’s you’re opinion about the canyon torque (mullet) al 5? I was considering into buying that bike but would you recommend it, my biggest concern is that I wonder if it can climb, can you help me out solving and answering these questions?❤ and btw you’re content is amazing
PLEASE DO ANOTHER ONE PLEASEEEEEE
what about the 2021 nukeproof mega v4?
I want to by my first enduro bike treak slash 8 vs nukfroop mega 275 carbon what i shoulhd by
Hi I ride giant reign 2 29 and giant advanced pro 2 29 great value and fun
Is Intense in any of these categories? or are they to high of a price or not as good of quality as the rest?
Intense make great bikes! They’re a little more boutique than the other brands…
How are we not talking about the Fezzari La Sal Peak 2.0, new frame design, carbon, nx drivetrain, 170mm front and rear with 29ers starting at $3899
The La sal peak is new for 2023… it’ll probably be in the 2023 top 10. Cheers!
What you Think about Giant Reign 2022?
I like the spectral but i am not sure whether I should buy the new spectral al 5 (3800 aud) or al 6 (4950 aud). The main difference are drivetrain (deore vs gx eagle) and suspension (fox rhythm GRIP vs rs lyrik select+ RC) Please help 🙏🙏🙏
When I buy bikes, I try to go for the bike with the best specs I can afford. I also go for the bike that has the best highest component. For an extreme example, if one of the bikes I'm looking at has a rockshox lyrik on it and an nx derailleur and the other bike has a rockshox 35 gold on it and a gx derailleur, I would go for the bike with the lyrik fork on it. Upgrading to a gx derailleur is cheaper than upgrading the roxkshox gold to a lyrik. I try to replace as little as possible, but if I have to replace stuff, I'd rather replace the things that are cheaper to replace, rather than the more expensive parts like a fork.
@@666psicko That is so true. Thanks for the advice 🙏🙏
@@lucian1021 welcome.
How about the nukeproof mega aluminium & giga and the cube stereo
The mega is out of stock everywhere and I wasn’t blown away by the cube.
I have the opportunity to buy a slightly used 5010 for 2500. I am also contemplating buying a new specialized status140 (or 160) for 3000. Id rather have a new bike, but the Santa Cruz has a carbon frame and the status does not. any one have any thoughts on this, I am having trouble making a decision.
Thanks for any advice!
I’d go Santa Cruz… Cheaper plus carbon frame. But you can’t go wrong either way. Great bikes!
Budget for me does not include being £2000 but thats just me, you should do a vid for proper budget bikes such as the giant stance or the trek fuel ex5?
Those are still trail not enduro
@@Chris-de2qc true but i was just giving examples even tho they may not be enduro, havnt looked that much into enduro bikes
Already did! Check out the channel!
I think the torque is the best for the 2.8k price
I just got a Marin alpine trail carbon 2 for $3,300 best deal in the world right now
Almost $4k for that carbon GT and it’s only coming with an SX eagle derailleur on it? Seems like they should be putting a better one on it for that price. I think I’d prefer the deore on the cheaper one.
How about a video with the most expensive?? Like Yeti and santa cruz
Dentist bike list in-coming!!😉
Every time I fly by a Yeti I want one 🤷♂️
Ayyy my bike made #1 ... cant cay I disagree... its really an amazing value.
It really is… hope they keep making them and keep the price down.
Video idea: why downhill isn't quite fashionable to day , with top 10 dh bikes
That’s true… with modern enduro bikes getting so close to DH bike capabilities plus being able to climb, DH is starting to become quite a niche in the sport… I only see downhill bikes in the bike park now.
2022 giant trance x2 All day!
How is the nukeproof mega not on this list!
I think you should have included the rose root miller. It feels amazing going down and up hill. The root miller is trail/enduro bike
Rose is on my list for the 2023 gauntlet… thanks!
- Cube Stereo 170 One77
- Radon Swoop AL 8.0
Thanks! I’ll put them on the docket for 2023!
What is Whitney radon bikes
They have Good bikes vor Good
Price my bike from radon cost Me
3300 € Jas Fox 36 grip 2
Gx 10-52. Stan breaks Dt Swiss ex 1700
Tour IG is not the right one. Great videos.
Thanks for pointing that out. Cheers!
try take a look on radon bikes too
I found a Propain Tyee AM CF for 1800€ and i was considering buying it because i think its a good price considering it has fox 36 and fox float dpx2 (both kashima) but i would like to hear your opinion if its a good price. Btw the bike is brand new
Sounds great! Used bike?
that’s a super good deal if it’s anything 2019 and above. Unless if it’s an ex rental
Ripmo AF FTW
Cube is a so low budget bike. I know it isn’t the best and I had my problems with it to. But my YT broke and for 3500€ a Lyrik Ultimate, Super Deluxe Coil Ultimate and a whole XT Drive Train and Brakes are so fucking nice.
if you buy Canyon online from another country, they add import duties and taxes on top - its like another $1500 to $2000 , depending on what you buy... :(
Yikes!
Cannondale jekyll should definitely land on this list
Yes! Great bike!
Lots of these are not available in my country Mexico. On top prices of mtb are sometimes double here...
Yeah I know… tough to get some bikes in some parts of the world…
steal one from tourists
I think you have missed Giant Reign
Agree.
Cube One 77 Pro the bike is worth the money
What about the radon swoop 10.0
Can’t get it here in North America…😭
Cant decide if i want the YT capra or the commencal meta
Hi what you choice
nukeproof, santacruz, yeti...?