Updates/Corrections to video: 1) For the frame geometry, I accidentally swapped the bike names and images. The measurements are correct as stated in the video, but the order of the bikes in my geometry table should be, from left to right: Trek Marlin, Specialized Rockhopper, and then Giant Talon. Sorry about that error! 2) All of the Specialized Rockhopper models have increased in price by $100, so the Rockhopper Sport now costs $700 3) The Marlin 6 actually uses 100mm of travel in its size small as well, and only uses 80mm of travel for the xs size.

@dotubebros861

3 жыл бұрын

I’m really confused about the geometry part. I have one question. What bike is best for defending and ruffer trails.

@sunny1234546

3 жыл бұрын

Next time take care before posting...Yours channel is great for authentic information. Thanks dude..

@DylanF23

2 жыл бұрын

Can you do a new one with 2022 marlin 6 vs vitus nucleus vr 29

@MarkMc70

2 жыл бұрын

Whoa! This guy is superhuman. He corrects himself. Incredible!

@cometin1234

2 жыл бұрын

Great video, I’m in Ecuador and the talon 0 sells for $1000 the rockhopper expert $1500 and the trek marlin 8 $1300, which one will you choose?

This is the best bike content on KZread. No nonsense, no bs.

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

These are the best videos I’ve seen yet that do comparisons of the most popular models of the big brand bikes. Please continue with them .....great work.!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! I appreciate that a lot :)

@grahamgilbert9331

3 жыл бұрын

I can only agree with what KK has written, I only discovered your videos by chance. I am looking to buy an entry level hardtail and then fit a Bafang 1000kw Mid-Drive ,hopefully the bottom bracket on the bike I choose will be a ‘straight-through ‘ with no complications. Your videos are extremely good,simple and informative to a novice that wants to get into MB but only wants to bike British roads and off -road fire-tracks.Covid has given me more time to study this but there are so many videos it gets confusing to try and make a final decision,but I think yours will help me more than any others. Great work and thanks

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

@@grahamgilbert9331 Wow I'm flattered! Thank you so much for your support; I'm so happy that my videos helped!!

Not had a mountain bike in many years and watching this video is very helpful as I don't really have a clue regarding new bikes/gears etc.

Thanks a million for all the work you put into this! I was wasting all my time on the bike forums until I saw how well you simplified all this.

@TalalipopMTB

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!! I appreciate that a lot :)

Fantastic comparison videos. Breaking down the specs and letting the audience decide what to get is awesome. Thank you!!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you too!!

Watched all the three videos in the series. Clarified lot of aspects. Thanks a lot.

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Glad they helped!

This is what we look for in these reviews. Please keep it up and expand to entry level full suspension bikes.

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I’ll hopefully get to some full suspensions eventually :)

You’ve gained another sub. Very informative and no bs . Thanks

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

The Talon 2 is the clear winner for me. I think I’m going grab it when my local bike shop gets its next shipment. Your videos have been so helpful for trying to buy a bike. Thanks!

@TalalipopMTB

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!! Definitely a good choice :)

I was waiting for this! thanks!!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

No problem!

Great video! I've been bikepacking for 8 years and evolved a Boardman 27.5 hardtail. I like the straight handlebar, front suspension and wider tyres, hence gravel bike is a non starter. The Boardman is now worn out and I've upgraded to the Talon. With tubolito inners, weight is less than 13kg. I've added seat post suspension for further comfort. Never got on with 29 for bikepacking and gearing with the single chain ring is actually ideal.

Great Video. Informative, and a clearly assured mindset. I give it 5 lollipops!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

AW THANKS!!

I literally asked this exact comparison question just today. And lo and behold, there's a video! Nice! Although I added the Cannondale Trail in my question. I am leaning toward the Talon however.

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

:D Thanks!

You could definitely do future videos like this one by bike category. 1. 27.5" Plus size aluminum trail-oriented hardtail (Terek Roscoe, Diamondback Mason, Raleigh Tokul) 2. 29er Cross-country race oriented aluminum hardtail (Trek X-Caliber, Diamondback Overdrive 29, Specialized Chisel) 3. 29er Cross-country race oriented carbon hardtail (Trek Procaliber, Specialized S-Works) 4. Enduro bikes (Rocky Mountain Altitude, Giant Reign, Intense Cycles Carbine) 5. Downhill bikes (Rocky Mountain Slayer, Trek Session, Specialized Session, Intense Cycles M29) 6. Bikepacking (Trek Stache, Rocky Mountain Growler) 7. Fatbikes (Specialized Fatboy, Diamondback El Oso, Rocky Mountain Blizzard)

Thanks for the video. I just got my son a Talon 2. He’s 6 foot 2 so when I called all my local shops that was the only XL entry level bike available. Looks like I got lucky !

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Nice!! It’s hard to find bikes nowadays so that definitely is pretty lucky :)

I bought a Talon 2 yesterday, super pumped!

Amazing video, great information and explanation, thank you

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

This is a fantastic review for me because I’m right now looking at all of these bikes. Thanks for all the great information

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

AW glad I could help :D

@shadowcodr

Ай бұрын

What'd you get?

🔥🔥Fire video 🔥🔥 helped me out a lot, I’ve been comparing bikes trying to see which was best for daily use maybe some exercise, as well as a decent entry level bike for some easy/medium trail riding

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! Glad I could help :)

Very well done ! Clear and to the point . Excellent !!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

Bought a Trek Marlin 6 2022 and I love it as it now comes with Deore 10speed! 👌

Just bought my very first mtb the Talon 2 a couple days ago. I was looking for the Marlin 6 but at this point of the year most of the local bike shops here are out of stock. But luck have served me well and I found an XS Talon 2 (which is perfect for my size) for roughly below 500$ (converted to USD) and it had the UK groupset components. Looking at the price range, for me I struck a great deal! Thank you for these types of videos! It's a pain to look through their websites for hours for their comparisons. Also, let me know which parts should I uprgade first.

Super helpful video mate, thanks!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

As always very well done and so informative. - Than you

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

So timely valuable vid ..thanks man

@TalalipopMTB

2 жыл бұрын

No problem!

This is so helpful! You rock!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

You really helped me out when getting a new bike thanks for the help now own a 2021 Marlin 7

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! The marlin 7 is an amazing bike for sure :)

@OC02

3 жыл бұрын

@@TalalipopMTB yeah loving it me and my mate go out every week now with them

Truly helpful! Thanks for laying out the specs charts!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!!

i ride a Trek Marlin 4 2017, and i thought it was pretty nice until I felt a full carbon FSR bike (Cannondale Trigger 3 2019). my friend also has the Trek Marlin 6, so i hope to buy one of those soon.

Great vid! Love your vids!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I really appreciate the time you took covering this information and focusing on key differences. Further, I appreciate you explaining how these differences translate to the road/trail.

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate you liking the video :D

U got a subscriber here for your effort. Awesome! Ty

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate that :)

Awesome review!! Thanks !!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

No problem :)

Very informative, thanks.

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thanks for the video, but How does de scott aspect compare on this modelos, a y chance you can do a review of this bike?

Awesome review dude!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

love this guys videos.

Thanks for making this video

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :)

Awesome video! I think I’m going with the talon or rockhopper

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Fantastic review. I'm looking at a second bike as this lockdown situation is preventing the fixing of my Talon 2 and I'd not considered the Trek until now👍

@TalalipopMTB

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Glad I could help out :)

Great vid bro! Keep rocking

@TalalipopMTB

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Appreciate the video bro helped me make a decision on the Talon 2👍 just picked up today & actually came with the Ardent maxxis not the race model tho are those still tubeless tires & wheels?

Awesome video! Thanks!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

Because of the pandemic it's not easy to get your hands on any bike nowadays. However, I was able to get a base Rockhopper back in August and I'm loving it. It does really well in rough terrain and hardcore trails.

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Nice!! And yeah agreed; so hard to find bikes in stock nowadays.

@OriginalFallofMind

Жыл бұрын

Rockhopper has always been an iconic exception of "budget", lower level bikes. Nobody can be ashamed of a rockhopper. Capable, balanced and Upgradable.

I had Rockhopper and Talon, both are amazing bikes, even you are beginner or intermediate ciclist, very oriented to be upgraded whit better components.

@miguellucerooo

3 жыл бұрын

how about the marlin \

I bought the giant talon 0 and it's like the buy i have ever done ❤

I really appreciate your videos, very educational! Have you ever made a comparison of bikepacking bicycles, i.e. Trek 1120 vs Surly ECR, etc.

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! And no unfortunately I have not looked into those, though I have built an 1120 at Trek!

Great video dude! Thanks

@TalalipopMTB

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

Hi Totally unrelated but I've got myself a bantrager ion comp r front light I'm having issues It shows a red light on the on off button but wont turn on I've charged it for hours but nothing changes do you know how long this should take and know of any issues with them cheers in advance

Still can't get over the lollypop wheels, lol

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

🍭🍭

@dvtwister319

3 жыл бұрын

Talalipop MTB 2021 Top Fuel Carbon next??

Such good content tysm!

@TalalipopMTB

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

Very helpful... Thanks for the info... im beginner and owning giant talon.

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you too!

Just bought a Rockhopper. Can't wait to take it out

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Nice!!!

Really great video! This helped me in deciding, but would appreciate if you could also compare Trek Marlin 7 with Giant Talon 1 and Rockhopper Comp/Elite. Cheers!!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! And sure I’ll consider that comparison as well

Hi All, did the video got cut off before the last category was being mention? Was waiting for the Rockhopper Expert comparison. Thank U 🙏🏻

Just Got My Talon 2 and this video was very Helpful

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Nice!! And thank you :)

@1Adam1584

3 жыл бұрын

is it good and lightweight? thinking of buying please reply

@gabeskee210

3 жыл бұрын

I bought a Talon 2 just recently for my son. He loves riding it. Compared to his ‘98 dual sus hand me down I gave him. It’s in the concrete color. I like it a lot. Different animal compared to my Stance.

@gabeskee210

3 жыл бұрын

@@1Adam1584 it’s not super light with all the entry-level components it has. Definitely nowhere near carbon. But I would say it is lighter than a steel frame. I just weighed it here at home. It’s 32 lbs tires are at 32 psi with no additional equipment installed. I bought it in Oct. the store finally received it in the middle of week 47. Hope that helps. Enjoy which ever bike finds you!!

@1Adam1584

3 жыл бұрын

@@gabeskee210 thank you but I suppose it’s a good bike?

I’m not sure if you talked about the Cannondale Trail models line? Thank you

Just bought a giant talon 2 today! XL 29 for $700 out the door!! 💪🏼 I’m ready

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Sick!!

Helpful video thanks

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome :)

Very good video and which can be best choice. Thank you👍

@TalalipopMTB

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome!

Awesome video Good job 👏

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

What do you think about the marin bobcat trail 5?

Great video and thank you

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome!

How does the co-op drt 1.2 factor in?

Check out this hardtail: kzread.info/dash/bejne/YnmltZKspMy1Z9I.html Top price and top components!

Thank you for this review. I have a list of eleven bikes and the information will help. Availability will be the biggest challenge.

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Of course! And yeah I've heard a lot of people these days are just ordering the bike they can get the fastest rather than the one they want the most, which is unfortunate.

@harrygrimley4352

3 жыл бұрын

@@TalalipopMTB sure. But how do you know which one is the one you want the most when you can't even see one in person let alone test ride it.

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

@@harrygrimley4352 I guess just based off of the components and looks from the pictures, though of course that doesn't tell the whole story.

@harrygrimley4352

3 жыл бұрын

@@TalalipopMTB oh ya. I understand. But I'm a cheap middle aged married man and I have a limited amount of money to work with. So I don't like the idea of buying something and then not liking it.

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

@@harrygrimley4352 That's understandable! I know Trek offers an unconditional guarantee so if you don't like the bike you can return it within 30 days. But yeah it's still good to start off with the right bike so you don't have to do that.

Hai..can u help me compare this 2 bike so i can make decision. Tq. (Merida Big.Trail 600 2021 & Polygon Bikes Xtrada 7 2021)

I'd love to see the full suspension version of this video.. Stumpjumper vs. Fuel (or which ever is most comparable)

Thanks for the review Could you please compare marlin 6 vs talon 4

I cant seem to find any basic bike size guides for a xc setup, just ordered a Talon 3 29er size Large frame (following the company guidelines for height) but it turned out HUGE, have about 1 inch space between topbar and crutch while standing on ground. Any recommendations for what I should consider for simple beginner bike fit?

What's your thoughts on the Fuji Nevada..?

thanks for this comparison

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

No problem!

I know u done the video and all but in your opinion which would u get I really can’t decide

EXCELLENT VIDEO!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

THANKS AGAIN :DD

I just bought the Giant Talon 2 2nd hand from a friend for 300$. Slightly used. So happy with the purchase.

@TalalipopMTB

Жыл бұрын

Nice!! Funnily enough I also bought that one secondhand for $300 about a month ago

Whats best for a 50 percent pavement and 50 percent light trails/gravel..?

Whats the best one to climb a Hill and to do downhill???

Comparison to trek giant.and scott hybrid bike which is the best one

Same, one in stock…bought the rock hopper elite. I was wondering about a weight comparison, mind has bigger tires though.

Great vid! Can you also compare the norco storm 2021 lineup pls.

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

I’ll consider that one!

Thanks for the video, however, I noticed a lot of errors that could miss lead people, one noticeable mistake is that the Specialized Rockhopper is the one with MicroShift technology, not the Talon. Another mistake is that the Specialized fork DOES come with suspension lockout. Over all a great video. Thanks.

Very nice comparison

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thoughts on the orbea mx 50 2021

What about the diamond back hook?

I would love to see one on the Giant Phantom versus the Trek Excalibar

Gosh your so helpful thanks my g

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha no problem :)

Rockhopper elite 29 1140usd or Trek marlin 8 1155usd? Which one is better guys😅thank you

Just got my marlin 7 yesterday I’m so pumped on it it’s a beautiful bike I have a marlin 6 too but I’m inexperienced in mountain biking so I’m learning about it and how these bikes work

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Nice!! The marlin 7 is a favorite of mine for sure :)

@agee7777

3 жыл бұрын

you could have thrown some rok shocks on the 6 and you would have virtually had the 7.

@nbanta48

3 жыл бұрын

Your still spending about the same then the 7 has some better upgrades as well plus you can route an internal dropper post with the 7

@agee7777

3 жыл бұрын

@@nbanta48 but if you already have the 6 its only costing you for the forks

@agee7777

3 жыл бұрын

@@nbanta48 you can also fit a dropper post on the 6 with the cable external

This a mixed video not sure what are you comparing here, talon 1 or 2 or 3? Which specialised? So just Marlin 6 and the other ones?

The Cannondale Trail series would complete this entry level MTB comparison, in regards to chain style LBS inventory. How would the Trail 6 fair?

do you know the weight of the rockhopper? Thank you

Newly subscribed. I have a question. I want to buy a bike for me.i am here in Germany. Does Cube any good for a beginner who wants to do some trailling and maybe dowhill? If yes what Kind of cube? It will be appreciated if you answer back. Thanks and have a nice day

I just bought specialized Rockhopper expert and I am satisfied with it 👍👍👍

@TalalipopMTB

2 жыл бұрын

Sick!!

Got the Talon and I LOVE IT Best bike ive owned

@TalalipopMTB

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

The trek marlin 5 or rockhopper sport??? I need others opinions. Thanks!

Can you make a video on the cannondale trail lineup? the specs seem really good for the price for most of the bikes.

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

Noted! I'll look into those eventually.

Here we go!

@TalalipopMTB

3 жыл бұрын

:D

honestly for me, looks wise it has to be Trek Marlin, but specialized and trek are hard to find in my country, so giant is most likely the best option

i have a specialized rockhopper sport 2018 . i really want to change the drivetrain to a 2x9 , now i have a 3x8