If money was no issue, I think I'll just copy yours, maybe change the colour. I'm a newbie and know very little about the MTB scene. Currently on a hardtail 29er, 800mm renthal bars, shimano clipless. Would be a dream to own a full suspension, but Im never going to be able to afford it. Its a shame but my hardtail still puts a smile on my face, even if I can't do a whole lot. It gets me out there and your gmbn videos keeps my new found passion growing. 🤘🏼
I like the videos step away from the “bigger” and “faster” approach most mtb channels are all about, making it seem that the only way is huge forks and flying downhill, and instead look into the core of mtb and what is, For many of us, a more realistic daily use of our bikes. Love it.
Realistic? It's a yeti. That frame alone cost more than most peoples entire bikes. I just got a Commencal Meta, and I could have gotten three for the cost of this bike.
Alex Anderson I think he’s more talking about the type of riding. I’m guessing most people don’t send downhills and race enduros, yet ride XC and trail. That’s why he’s excited about seeing an XC bike on a big channel
Alex Anderson i said ”realistic daily use”, not realistic price point. Everyone has their own budget but almost all channels are focusing on the more extreme part of mtb that, at least I am, far from able or willing to pursue.
@@ljekatt And again, realistic? For what that fork cost you could get a Trek Marlin and upgrade it to 1x12. Nobody needs all the bells and whistles, and most people out there are looking at spending around a thousand dollars. If you're not willing to push a bike to the limits, then don't spend above the means.
I liked hearing Doddy talking about his passions and his feelings. These guys seem like such rockstars to me I forget they're dudes on bikes like me. It was nice seeing someone get legitimately happy about his new bike.
Doddy, this is one of the most beautifully artistic pieces you’ve done. The passion, precision and heart that you put into this unique video is exquisite. More of this please, but not too much as I think it should be like a delicacy. On another note, do you think you could do a video on your current Fujifilm camera kit? Including audio and lighting? Cheers, Daniel
@@gmbntech My pleasure! Someday I'll get around to submitting my 1996 GT Avalanche (first DH bike, race in '98 at NORBA Nationals at Mammoth on the Bullet DH course, it had a White Brothers DC 110 at the time which replaced the RockShox Mag 21. Whatever happened to White Brothers?), Mid 90's GT Zaskar, and an i-Drive Ruckus.
One of the best videos I've seen from you guys, we have exactly the same mindset of what a bike should be and also riding it, simple, just grab it, shimano, no charging batteries, enjoying the nature around you, riding solo, silent, birds and then find that really fun short decent that you can walk up 10 times and have a blast, then ride home and drink a cold beer. Yep that's mountain biking for me.
Mtb does seem to have become a bit of a more travel, spec focused, chest beating arms race... so really refreshing to watch this from Doddy. Keep it real! Great.
This vid was killer! Always put together very well, and Doddy gets you feeling the excitement of the dream build. I’ve been feeling the love for home trails and solo riding as well in these times. Def therapeutic! Enjoy the new ride, and thanks again for this awesome vid!
I love the solo ride, pitting myself against the hill & the feeling of accomplishment is immense then the fun of going downhill, it’s the ultimate head clearer. Loving the new style of vid 🤙🏻
Doddy is my favorite, this just cements that feeling. Great attitude, positive outlook, and overall a quality guy. Well done man! Can’t believe you filmed this solo?!?
Now close your eyes and change the accent a bit, is that Jeremy Clarkson I am hearing. You bring to the mountain biking world the way Top Gear brought automotives to the general public. Keep up the amazing content. Also, that is one sweet bike!
There's nothing better than watching someone who has so much passion for what they do logging it for other people to see.i really enjoy getting out with my family on the bikes but Doddy you're on another level.thanks for sharing.👍🏻
This is why Doddy is my favorite presenter, he takes care of his bikes and truly enjoys the little things. He also has the skill set to ride a shorter travel bike on knarlier terrain than some people ride their longer travel trail bikes on.
Great video! About the best MTB video I’ve seen in AWHILE! Super interesting and the truth on what it is all about. Kudos! Sweet build and better riding. Outstanding video/photo quality 10/10
I can relate to how you're feeling. A few years after I moved into my house the forest service built 30 miles of singletrack with the trailhead directly behind me. Mostly XC, but there's a lookout point with a nice, very rowdy, 1 mile decent to break it up a bit. I've been riding it out of convenience for 11 years, but really learned to appreciate every aspect of my backyard trails during lockdown. Even now that it's a little easier to drive out to other trails and ride with friends, which is great, I still find myself hitting the 'ol backyard loop 3 times a week, or so. 👍
Nice build Doddy, but the fox components are too obvious to me. If I could build a bike without money limiting me, I think it would be a titanium full suspension bike with a pinion drivetrain. Probably a custom frame since Ti full sus are super rare. Springy bits would be 130-150mm from DVO of Öhlins. Definitely a coil shock. Drivetrain from Shimano makes sense to me, and should be XT. Brakes from Trickstuff or Hope. Wheels carbon, with silent hubs by onyx. Rubber wise, I would love to try the new Versus tires. Oh well... I’ll just keep on dreaming....
Fantastic video. So refreshing and heartfelt. Loved how Doddy goes into the WHY. I also appreciate how relaxed and authentic he came across. I think many of us here can relate to Doddy here. Well done team.
Can you do a segment on the types of rear triangle linkages available for rear suspension bikes? I’d love to hear about comparisons and evolution of linkages.
It’s is great to see A presenter not go for the highest end stuff and talk about why he loves to ride weather with a mate or alone exactly the way I feel much appreciated
Doddy, my compliments to you and whoever shot and edited this video. This is an outstanding piece of work by you and your team members. The writing, the shooting, the editing and the presenting are all award winning. Thank you for being willing to share this much of yourself with your viewers. Very brave and nothing short of inspiring. I've only been mountain biking for the past couple of years and I've learned 90% of what I know of bike maintenance from you, and later Henry. This kind of stuff is exactly why I keep coming back.
GMBN consistently has the best production value among TH-cam videos on just about any subject. Great job, guys. I really enjoyed all the time spent on this project, both in front, and behind the lens.
Hey Doddy, quick question. I am 6' 4" - about the same height as you - and I am looking for a new downcountry bike - did you spec the yeti because of its 648mm stack, over the transition spur/epic evo which are both around 630mm stack? I have an old Scott Spark with < 600mm stack and just want a bike that fits the extra-tall me. I'd love to try them out but no-one local has any stock to try so may be buying blind ... Help!
I can relate to Doddy and his "set-and-forget" component choices and the simple satisfaction of having fun on local trails with a bike that keeps it fun.
Not long after seeing this video from Doddy I was inspired to build my own dream bike. After many years of still riding 26” I had a custom built Transition Spur with all my favourite components. Not to light but a perfect blend of weight and durability. For me like Doddy I love the connection of a shorter travel bike but still being super smooth and fast but does not make it to easy on more challenging terrain. In the end I was super pleased with my build,. The best do it all bike II have ever owned and just a real pleasure to ride and be out in the countryside on….. thanks Doddy
Doddy your face says it all. You couldn’t stop grinning once the build was over. I’m 45 years old and that’s what I would be like myself. My boy and I are no different. Thanks to bringing us your information and approach to biking. I’m going to start my own build with the boy and XT all the way. Again I appreciate your honesty when looking to purchasing parts, I’m not racing and you’re fit and forget line will be my first thought when selecting components. Take care. “Me and the Boy”
#AskGMBNTech hello I have a rockshox Reba rl fork 100mm with remote lockout on my norco charger 2016 model can I upgrade this to a 120mm with a standard compression dial Or would it just be easier to buy a new fork 120mm. Thanks
So basically you're dream build as long as everything is an advert for Shimano...I used to love gmbn but now that everyone is watching TH-cam instead of tv, the marketing people have made TH-cam into tv. Everything is money, sponsorship and paid off reviews / promotions. If the 🐑 weren't so stupid I'd say to be careful not to lose your core following, but honestly, you could tell them anything and they'd still bleat their approval, so I guess just carry on milking the 💰 and pushing whatever opinion you're paid to have...
Thanks for sharing your heart and mind with us. Excellent build - excellent cinematography, editing, and sound tracts. I love the bike I have, Sid 120mm front and Deluxe rear, 26 lb bike with sram NX, and shimano XT bits and dropper post - all for about $2500 US. The only thing I'm thinking of adding is either airliner or cushcore. You couldn't have illustrated my reasons for riding any better. Blessings!
Love the idea of a bike build with emphasis on durability and ease of maintenance, combined with light weight. Practical with performance! Would love to see and hear more about parts that fit in that mold for the average rider who doesn't always have the time & $$ to maintain their bikes, and like you said, ride out your door daily with minimal bike checks and worries. Like the style of this video as well. A good combo of tech, spec, and riding, with inspirational views both visually and philosophically~
Brilliant edge/perspective/capture during lockdown Doddy. Sitting on a bench reflecting, looking at your build, with the backdrop what you love riding it on. Special moment that hit me in the feels. We all get it. Well done mate. Chapeau 👍
Honestly I struggle to connect wit Doddy as presenter, but this time, this time he got me. The bike build process, story and cinematography was just brilliant.
This is very much of my own heart. I feel at my very best just being out there with my bike. I do prefer an enduro build however. Mainly because my local terrain can be pretty damn brutal at times. I don’t mind suffering on the climbs. Really enjoyed this format. Would like to see something of this nature from all of you. See what everyone’s raw passion is on the bike
Super awesome video I like your approach (fit it forget it ) I to love to climb I found the cross country bike is the best bike to have for that reason ...Cheers Doddy
I really appreciate your point of view! This is it what I want to do and already do with my bike - riding in the local woods and have a great time. Thank you for this very personal video! Keep it up! 👍
Honestly, it was amazing to see you enjoy something so much. I would love to see everyone on GMBN get their own custom bike. What is Blake's perfect bike, vs Neil"s, vs. Rich's, vs some of the camera crew perhaps? I know it isn't cheap, but man would that be awesome to just see everyone create their own perfection.
I live at the bottom of cleeve hill in Gloucestershire and during lockdown I've been doing 20 miles in an afternoon, it clears the head really well. I'm really lucky to grow up here but I have to agree with you. Bike parks are great but the long uphills with the rewarding downs are so much better personally. Great editing btw
Just a Gorgeous bike! I can't even imagine what the ride must feel like. I still ride my 1988 Schwinn Sierra pretty much ever day (weather permitting) so all the new tech of the last 30+yrs is foreign to me.
This was one of my favorite videos you’ve made so far. You shared the practical aspects of a workhorse drivetrain and used the “dream” portion of the video to choose a nice frame and fork.
Doddy, you nailed it. I rode the hills around Bath in 1988 (on MB-2) with a pair of Rasta's named Zeke and Zebe. Fantastic brothers and a fantastic day (and night I might add). Of all your videos this is a fav. Thanks!
So easy to get carried away with the latest and greatest, this is a great reminder that what matters most is the enjoyment and simplicity of the ride. Nice job Doddy!
Awesome Bike Doddy! I always say when someone asks me what my favorite trail is, I always say “whatever trail I happen to be riding that moment”. The same goes for when they ask me which bike is my favorite. Great video and I also agree with all of the above mentioned about why you love mountain biking. It is my escape, it is my exercise, it is my therapy, it is my key to eternal youth. I love riding my bikes. All of them.
Good thoughts Doddy.....It's what it's all about....Nice colour bike.....I see the similarities with the Bianchi Celeste colour in the roadie world......
Doddy, you should try doing an Xterra (off road triathlon) if you love suffering and climbing :) great video, and I share also your views on riding - Hector
Great Laid Back Approach Doddy!!! Not Trying to Sell Anything! What you Like & The Build Works: JUST LIKE YOU WANT & NEED!!! Keep these Vids coming & Look Forward to many More, my UK MTB Cycling Friend... This gives me some more Ideas on My First Build on Cannondale Jeckyll 03 Full Suspension FRAME ONLY, with a Complete Furio LEFTY 05 Hardtail... Can't Decide on 1x12 or 2x12 from a 3x9 Speed for Winter Project... Cheers from Ohio!
Hey Doddy, Love the video, i'm going to watch it again. I have a SB130 Lunch Ride with the full XT group set. I got it as an all rounder bike as my local trail down the road is an xc trail with a couple black diamonds on the side. but i haven't been riding there lately because its had a lot of rain damage. so i've been going to this place an hour away that has a lot of chunky rock gardens and i really love smashing through them and it makes me want to go find more of theses types of places. I'm lucky enough to be blessed with some of the best riding places in the world here in Australia. so yesterday i went and ordered a SB150. and i'm going to convert my SB130LR to a regular SB130. Lifes too short to have one bike. I'm glad you've finally got a Yeti. # more than myth
Doddy, watching your videos make me into mtb world. Really love and appreciate your passion. This channel really inspired me to build my own bike. Thank you GMBN. LOVE YOU GUYS !!
Beautiful bike, beautiful scenery and trails. Like you I’ve never enjoyed my local trails so much, either on my 29er Whyte hardtail or Santa Cruz TB3. It’s therapeutic 😎
Great video. This really conveys Doddy's love for building bikes. All three of my bikes I built myself from frames. I'm currently gathering parts to build up a 2021 Nukeproof Scout 275 for my wife. Cheers!
Nice build. I'm doing something similar with a 2010 Orange P7 I'm building up from scratch. Candy Orange paintwork, XT groupset - just have to find a half decent 1 1/8 fork!
If money was no object what would you spec on your perfect bike build? Let us know 👇
Axs dropper 🤘
If money was no issue, I think I'll just copy yours, maybe change the colour. I'm a newbie and know very little about the MTB scene. Currently on a hardtail 29er, 800mm renthal bars, shimano clipless. Would be a dream to own a full suspension, but Im never going to be able to afford it. Its a shame but my hardtail still puts a smile on my face, even if I can't do a whole lot. It gets me out there and your gmbn videos keeps my new found passion growing. 🤘🏼
Sram XX1 groupset and rockshox sid
Öhlins
Sid, DT Swiss hubs 54t with some Dt Swiss X432 rims, one-up dropper 120mm, synrcros integrated bars, Shimano 12 speed, xtr brakes, e13 trs + 12 speed cassette, carbon hardtail, Schwalbe racing brother wheels, tubule or cushcore xc inserts
I would like to see all the presenters do this type of video and see what they think is the dream bike.
I agree man
+1
I’m pretty sure it would be heavily influenced by which companies are willing to dish out free parts.
Agreed
Agreed
I like the videos step away from the “bigger” and “faster” approach most mtb channels are all about, making it seem that the only way is huge forks and flying downhill, and instead look into the core of mtb and what is, For many of us, a more realistic daily use of our bikes. Love it.
Realistic? It's a yeti. That frame alone cost more than most peoples entire bikes. I just got a Commencal Meta, and I could have gotten three for the cost of this bike.
Alex Anderson I think he’s more talking about the type of riding. I’m guessing most people don’t send downhills and race enduros, yet ride XC and trail. That’s why he’s excited about seeing an XC bike on a big channel
Alex Anderson i said ”realistic daily use”, not realistic price point. Everyone has their own budget but almost all channels are focusing on the more extreme part of mtb that, at least I am, far from able or willing to pursue.
@@ljekatt And again, realistic? For what that fork cost you could get a Trek Marlin and upgrade it to 1x12. Nobody needs all the bells and whistles, and most people out there are looking at spending around a thousand dollars. If you're not willing to push a bike to the limits, then don't spend above the means.
Alex Anderson still talking about the content and riding, not the bike.
Find yourself someone that looks at you the way doddy looks at that bike.
Lol! Truth
Yes, he doesn't even seem to mind it being a little bit dirty...
The way all of us look at that bike
The Granny next door? All yours, man!
I liked hearing Doddy talking about his passions and his feelings. These guys seem like such rockstars to me I forget they're dudes on bikes like me. It was nice seeing someone get legitimately happy about his new bike.
I would be happy if someone gave me a brand new bike of that quality for free.
Love it!
Super nice video! Good job!
*insert obama giving obama medal meme*
@@kool_dud8547 ahahhahaahahahahahah
Doddy, this is one of the most beautifully artistic pieces you’ve done. The passion, precision and heart that you put into this unique video is exquisite. More of this please, but not too much as I think it should be like a delicacy.
On another note, do you think you could do a video on your current Fujifilm camera kit? Including audio and lighting?
Cheers,
Daniel
Thank you so much 😀
@@gmbntech My pleasure! Someday I'll get around to submitting my 1996 GT Avalanche (first DH bike, race in '98 at NORBA Nationals at Mammoth on the Bullet DH course, it had a White Brothers DC 110 at the time which replaced the RockShox Mag 21. Whatever happened to White Brothers?), Mid 90's GT Zaskar, and an i-Drive Ruckus.
One of the best videos I've seen from you guys, we have exactly the same mindset of what a bike should be and also riding it, simple, just grab it, shimano, no charging batteries, enjoying the nature around you, riding solo, silent, birds and then find that really fun short decent that you can walk up 10 times and have a blast, then ride home and drink a cold beer. Yep that's mountain biking for me.
Love riding with birds around. Especially the kind who wear tight shorts. Haha ! Seriously though, agree with the sentiments 100%
Sounds bloody decent to me mate!
Make mine a cup of expresso, or a bubble twa.
Mtb does seem to have become a bit of a more travel, spec focused, chest beating arms race... so really refreshing to watch this from Doddy. Keep it real! Great.
Love this new stile of editing and video
Thanks!
Agree. Brings us back to how we all felt when we first started MTBing.
Chase Palpatine yeah aye so nostalgic
This vid was killer! Always put together very well, and Doddy gets you feeling the excitement of the dream build. I’ve been feeling the love for home trails and solo riding as well in these times. Def therapeutic! Enjoy the new ride, and thanks again for this awesome vid!
I love the solo ride, pitting myself against the hill & the feeling of accomplishment is immense then the fun of going downhill, it’s the ultimate head clearer.
Loving the new style of vid 🤙🏻
Doddy is my favorite, this just cements that feeling. Great attitude, positive outlook, and overall a quality guy. Well done man! Can’t believe you filmed this solo?!?
Really great concept. Would be cool to see some of the other GMBN personalities do a "dream build"
Classy stuff Doddy, cheers!
tbf it would be cool. I would love to see Doddy or Blake build up their dream DJ bike it would be interesting for sure
@@shockadellick with a fox 40 fork lol😂
Now close your eyes and change the accent a bit, is that Jeremy Clarkson I am hearing. You bring to the mountain biking world the way Top Gear brought automotives to the general public. Keep up the amazing content. Also, that is one sweet bike!
There's nothing better than watching someone who has so much passion for what they do logging it for other people to see.i really enjoy getting out with my family on the bikes but Doddy you're on another level.thanks for sharing.👍🏻
This is why Doddy is my favorite presenter, he takes care of his bikes and truly enjoys the little things. He also has the skill set to ride a shorter travel bike on knarlier terrain than some people ride their longer travel trail bikes on.
The best video I've seen in a while, this is exactly what I like in a bike. 120mm short travel bikes are the best!
Fantastic video Great to hear that someone loves there home trails as much as the mega trips and rides.
Great video! About the best MTB video I’ve seen in AWHILE! Super interesting and the truth on what it is all about. Kudos!
Sweet build and better riding. Outstanding video/photo quality 10/10
Wow, Extraordinary quality
Enjoy moment 4:27
Just satisfying on beat!
This is one of the best videos to date! Love how it was filmed, kind of abit like a chilled interview! Made for awesome watching cheers guys!
The new specialized evo!! And that's exactly the bike I'm getting in a few weeks. Beefed up xc for me as well
I can relate to how you're feeling. A few years after I moved into my house the forest service built 30 miles of singletrack with the trailhead directly behind me. Mostly XC, but there's a lookout point with a nice, very rowdy, 1 mile decent to break it up a bit. I've been riding it out of convenience for 11 years, but really learned to appreciate every aspect of my backyard trails during lockdown. Even now that it's a little easier to drive out to other trails and ride with friends, which is great, I still find myself hitting the 'ol backyard loop 3 times a week, or so. 👍
Nice build Doddy, but the fox components are too obvious to me.
If I could build a bike without money limiting me, I think it would be a titanium full suspension bike with a pinion drivetrain.
Probably a custom frame since Ti full sus are super rare.
Springy bits would be 130-150mm from DVO of Öhlins. Definitely a coil shock.
Drivetrain from Shimano makes sense to me, and should be XT.
Brakes from Trickstuff or Hope.
Wheels carbon, with silent hubs by onyx.
Rubber wise, I would love to try the new Versus tires.
Oh well... I’ll just keep on dreaming....
Why not Magura Brakes?
@@nicksynodinos8581 Trickstuff's brakes look dope, and they also have a whole lot of power.
how about formula suspension?
Am Vyxn a bit too mainstream, and as @minssosa points out; trickstuff are basically anchors strapped to bikes.
bananas stuff good call, haven’t considered.
Nice forks!
Fantastic video. So refreshing and heartfelt. Loved how Doddy goes into the WHY. I also appreciate how relaxed and authentic he came across. I think many of us here can relate to Doddy here. Well done team.
Can you do a segment on the types of rear triangle linkages available for rear suspension bikes? I’d love to hear about comparisons and evolution of linkages.
What a great video - so relaxed, chilled and a personal inside to Doddy!!
I feel the same about solo riding!
Keep up the great work, :)
7:25 doddy man, what a beautiful trick shot, loving the out of focus element 👌. You or who ever is filming is talanted in my eye 😍
Wow, the way I was able to identify myself with Doddy in that video is amazing... Love the philosophy of that build! Keep up the good work!
That was such a good, fresh take on a "bike build"-video! Thanks for that! :)
It’s is great to see A presenter not go for the highest end stuff and talk about why he loves to ride weather with a mate or alone exactly the way I feel much appreciated
Daddy, this was one of your best ever.
Daddy?
Daddy Doddy 🥰
Choke me, daddy! 😋
he is the daddy
Doddy, my compliments to you and whoever shot and edited this video. This is an outstanding piece of work by you and your team members. The writing, the shooting, the editing and the presenting are all award winning. Thank you for being willing to share this much of yourself with your viewers. Very brave and nothing short of inspiring. I've only been mountain biking for the past couple of years and I've learned 90% of what I know of bike maintenance from you, and later Henry. This kind of stuff is exactly why I keep coming back.
Thanks Stu! Much appreciated
Lovely build and I like the new format. Just some tan wall tires would finish it perfectly for me!
GMBN consistently has the best production value among TH-cam videos on just about any subject. Great job, guys. I really enjoyed all the time spent on this project, both in front, and behind the lens.
Matthew Standal if you were owned by discovery/Eurosport, and didn’t have the best production value. There would be a problem
Super well made video! I love Doddy's filming! This was like a professional hollywood movie.
Hey Doddy, quick question. I am 6' 4" - about the same height as you - and I am looking for a new downcountry bike - did you spec the yeti because of its 648mm stack, over the transition spur/epic evo which are both around 630mm stack? I have an old Scott Spark with < 600mm stack and just want a bike that fits the extra-tall me. I'd love to try them out but no-one local has any stock to try so may be buying blind ... Help!
I can relate to Doddy and his "set-and-forget" component choices and the simple satisfaction of having fun on local trails with a bike that keeps it fun.
Not long after seeing this video from Doddy I was inspired to build my own dream bike. After many years of still riding 26” I had a custom built Transition Spur with all my favourite components. Not to light but a perfect blend of weight and durability. For me like Doddy I love the connection of a shorter travel bike but still being super smooth and fast but does not make it to easy on more challenging terrain. In the end I was super pleased with my build,. The best do it all bike II have ever owned and just a real pleasure to ride and be out in the countryside on….. thanks Doddy
I'm with ya Mr Dodd. My Scalpel SE with 120mm and XT drivetrain is the best thing I have ever ridden.
Hi. Great video, cool thinking. Did you fit a dropper seat post? It transformed the usability of my Giant Anthem Advanced. Love your work.
The way Soddy walks off from the bike once he has built it reminds me of gee milner
Doddy**
Doddy your face says it all. You couldn’t stop grinning once the build was over. I’m 45 years old and that’s what I would be like myself. My boy and I are no different. Thanks to bringing us your information and approach to biking. I’m going to start my own build with the boy and XT all the way. Again I appreciate your honesty when looking to purchasing parts, I’m not racing and you’re fit and forget line will be my first thought when selecting components. Take care. “Me and the Boy”
#AskGMBNTech hello I have a rockshox Reba rl fork 100mm with remote lockout on my norco charger 2016 model can I upgrade this to a 120mm with a standard compression dial Or would it just be easier to buy a new fork 120mm. Thanks
So basically you're dream build as long as everything is an advert for Shimano...I used to love gmbn but now that everyone is watching TH-cam instead of tv, the marketing people have made TH-cam into tv. Everything is money, sponsorship and paid off reviews / promotions. If the 🐑 weren't so stupid I'd say to be careful not to lose your core following, but honestly, you could tell them anything and they'd still bleat their approval, so I guess just carry on milking the 💰 and pushing whatever opinion you're paid to have...
My dream bike is a customized evil offering costing £10,647
Thanks for sharing your heart and mind with us. Excellent build - excellent cinematography, editing, and sound tracts. I love the bike I have, Sid 120mm front and Deluxe rear, 26 lb bike with sram NX, and shimano XT bits and dropper post - all for about $2500 US. The only thing I'm thinking of adding is either airliner or cushcore. You couldn't have illustrated my reasons for riding any better. Blessings!
Love the idea of a bike build with emphasis on durability and ease of maintenance, combined with light weight.
Practical with performance! Would love to see and hear more about parts that fit in that mold for the average rider who doesn't always have the time & $$ to maintain their bikes, and like you said, ride out your door daily with minimal bike checks and worries.
Like the style of this video as well. A good combo of tech, spec, and riding, with inspirational views both visually and philosophically~
Awesome vid! Probably my favorite to date! Nice work Doddy and GMBN!
Best GMBN Video ever. You have outdone yourself doddy.
Brilliant edge/perspective/capture during lockdown Doddy. Sitting on a bench reflecting, looking at your build, with the backdrop what you love riding it on. Special moment that hit me in the feels. We all get it. Well done mate. Chapeau 👍
Really good vid. Love the style and feel to it. Like a bit of tech as well as some nice riding/scenery.
being a bit like gee miler, with all those scenic shots 8:14 and the beer 7:45 , a brilliant bike!!!!
Honestly I struggle to connect wit Doddy as presenter, but this time, this time he got me. The bike build process, story and cinematography was just brilliant.
I don't know about that color and orange, Doddy!? 🤮
This is very much of my own heart. I feel at my very best just being out there with my bike. I do prefer an enduro build however. Mainly because my local terrain can be pretty damn brutal at times. I don’t mind suffering on the climbs. Really enjoyed this format. Would like to see something of this nature from all of you. See what everyone’s raw passion is on the bike
This was excellent! It felt real, and I appreciate Doddy's true insight and design. Good job on this one, all!
Super awesome video I like your approach (fit it forget it ) I to love to climb I found the cross country bike is the best bike to have for that reason ...Cheers Doddy
Sb115 out now 😂😂they copied you
This video is amazing. Content & Production is A+ 👍🏻
this is basically the full sus equivalent of my yeti arc
I really appreciate your point of view! This is it what I want to do and already do with my bike - riding in the local woods and have a great time. Thank you for this very personal video! Keep it up! 👍
It takes a very skilled camera man to make a fire road climb look epic. Beauty of a bike!
I guess it's a XL size frame?
How much does the whole bike weight?
Best gmbn build video yet
Agree?
Loved this style of video, love the cinematic shots, very enjoyable to watch, keep up the good work Doddy 👌🏻
XT and Doddy. There is no better ways 😉
would be cool to see all presenters "perfect bike"
Like, "if i had only one bike, it would be this"
Honestly, it was amazing to see you enjoy something so much. I would love to see everyone on GMBN get their own custom bike. What is Blake's perfect bike, vs Neil"s, vs. Rich's, vs some of the camera crew perhaps? I know it isn't cheap, but man would that be awesome to just see everyone create their own perfection.
You should make a video about the difference in speed en confidence between an agressive hardtail and a full sus crosscountry Bike
I think Blake should build his own bike
I don’t know if it was out yet but would have been cool if you went with a yeti sb115🤟🏻
I live at the bottom of cleeve hill in Gloucestershire and during lockdown I've been doing 20 miles in an afternoon, it clears the head really well. I'm really lucky to grow up here but I have to agree with you. Bike parks are great but the long uphills with the rewarding downs are so much better personally. Great editing btw
The ultimate XC manifesto.
Just a Gorgeous bike! I can't even imagine what the ride must feel like.
I still ride my 1988 Schwinn Sierra pretty much ever day (weather permitting) so all the new tech of the last 30+yrs is foreign to me.
The best thing I've done to my scott spark was having xt mech but xtr shifters because of skip shifts
This is some wholesome video
This was one of my favorite videos you’ve made so far. You shared the practical aspects of a workhorse drivetrain and used the “dream” portion of the video to choose a nice frame and fork.
Doddy, you nailed it. I rode the hills around Bath in 1988 (on MB-2) with a pair of Rasta's named Zeke and Zebe. Fantastic brothers and a fantastic day (and night I might add). Of all your videos this is a fav. Thanks!
So easy to get carried away with the latest and greatest, this is a great reminder that what matters most is the enjoyment and simplicity of the ride. Nice job Doddy!
Your best edit yet dodd
I love it!!!👌🏻😁
Awesome Bike Doddy! I always say when someone asks me what my favorite trail is, I always say “whatever trail I happen to be riding that moment”. The same goes for when they ask me which bike is my favorite. Great video and I also agree with all of the above mentioned about why you love mountain biking. It is my escape, it is my exercise, it is my therapy, it is my key to eternal youth. I love riding my bikes. All of them.
Good thoughts Doddy.....It's what it's all about....Nice colour bike.....I see the similarities with the Bianchi Celeste colour in the roadie world......
Best bike in The World...Lucky sod...Ha !!!
Doddy, you should try doing an Xterra (off road triathlon) if you love suffering and climbing :) great video, and I share also your views on riding - Hector
with every part you were speccing on this I'm thinking YES! EXACTLY YES YES!!
That is an absolute beauty
Doddy’s best video ever..... me, I’m trying to decide between the SB100, Blur, Element, & other 100mil-ish travel bike I haven’t been able to ride; e.g., Sniper, Revolver, Scalpel, Trail Pistol (RC SL), Spur, Ranger, Synonym, Horsethief, Trance, Mach 4 SL, Ryve 115, Lux, The Following, Epiphany, Izzo, Smuggler, HobGoblin, Lux, Jet9RDO, 4 stroke, Meta, Horn, Rift Zone, F-Podium DC, Laruta 29, Möbius SL, Merida 120, Oiz, Epic Evo, Spark, ahhhhhh
Great Laid Back Approach Doddy!!! Not Trying to Sell Anything! What you Like & The Build Works: JUST LIKE YOU WANT & NEED!!!
Keep these Vids coming & Look Forward to many More, my UK MTB Cycling Friend...
This gives me some more Ideas on My First Build on Cannondale Jeckyll 03 Full Suspension FRAME ONLY, with a Complete Furio LEFTY 05 Hardtail...
Can't Decide on 1x12 or 2x12 from a 3x9 Speed for Winter Project...
Cheers from Ohio!
Hey Doddy, Love the video, i'm going to watch it again.
I have a SB130 Lunch Ride with the full XT group set. I got it as an all rounder bike as my local trail down the road is an xc trail with a couple black diamonds on the side. but i haven't been riding there lately because its had a lot of rain damage. so i've been going to this place an hour away that has a lot of chunky rock gardens and i really love smashing through them and it makes me want to go find more of theses types of places. I'm lucky enough to be blessed with some of the best riding places in the world here in Australia. so yesterday i went and ordered a SB150. and i'm going to convert my SB130LR to a regular SB130.
Lifes too short to have one bike.
I'm glad you've finally got a Yeti.
# more than myth
Doddy, watching your videos make me into mtb world. Really love and appreciate your passion. This channel really inspired me to build my own bike. Thank you GMBN. LOVE YOU GUYS !!
With you 100%
awesome bike, amazing life style, great production...5/5 stars
Awesome video!
that's my dream bike right there...call it down country...it's XC for me...
I like the philosophical perspective of the “why”. We spend so much energy talking about what we ride but not why. 👍
Beautiful bike, beautiful scenery and trails. Like you I’ve never enjoyed my local trails so much, either on my 29er Whyte hardtail or Santa Cruz TB3. It’s therapeutic 😎
Great video. This really conveys Doddy's love for building bikes. All three of my bikes I built myself from frames. I'm currently gathering parts to build up a 2021 Nukeproof Scout 275 for my wife. Cheers!
Nice build. I'm doing something similar with a 2010 Orange P7 I'm building up from scratch. Candy Orange paintwork, XT groupset - just have to find a half decent 1 1/8 fork!