In typical fashion after I always finish these videos a new bike comes out that's amazing, giving me a huge middle finger haha. This year it's the canyon spectral 29er, check it out!

@clint2627

3 жыл бұрын

haha that is not a budget bike :)

@heinzketchup3323

3 жыл бұрын

@@clint2627 assuming an aluminum version will follow, it could very well be

@braamschmidmountainbiking632

3 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know how much the bike costs in euro?

@liamisullivan4333

3 жыл бұрын

can you start involving euros cause its a huge currency aswelll

@LuisBaca96

3 жыл бұрын

Pls talk about the spectral 29er!

lets goo another buyers guide too bad all bikes are sold out :(

Worth the wait mate, love it. Enjoying the slightly different style of camera angle/ editing

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate! Glad you noticed! Using a different lens this time. Can finally get the settings/light how I like it!

I have the 2021 Siskiu T7. Love it and no regrets, but for $500 more the T8 is definitely the way to go. I had a hard max budget at the time of $2K so I went T7. But like I said I have no regrets. I’m loving it.

@MrShnazer

3 жыл бұрын

You should have held out for the T8. bad choice

@clint2627

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrShnazer if it was a bad choice then why am i so happy with the bike? :)

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Any Siskiu T is a great option :)

Getting a calibre sentry enduro bike for Christmas so I don’t even know why I’m watching this but it’s about bikes so I’m watching it

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome bike!

I love your bike reviews, that you give the other options that just missed out is really helpful!

Vitus needs to get on it with inventory. They had about a dozen for their release...

@nebnollock5198

3 жыл бұрын

The stock for the mythique VRX I ordered sold out 7 mins after I got the stock alert...

I've got a Rockrider AM500S Limited Edition size Medium for 1400€ all new equiped with: - Rockshox Pike Select 150mm fork - Rockshox monarch shock 140mm - Sram X01 rear derailleur 12v - Sram Level T pots with 180mm front, 160mm rear - 66° HA - 74° STA - 435 reach

I'd go for the Vitus. It looks like incredible value

As someone who rides just south of San Fran, California its refreshing to see great bikes out there outside of the big names like Giant, Trek, Santa Cruz, Specialized. Its an exciting day when I see someone on a Ibis or YT. I'll be looking at these brands for my next bike

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad I could provide some variety! I do love the Santa Cruz and Specialized bikes for this year though haha

I can recommend the Canyon Spectral when you want something a bit more playful. It's a 150/160 bike but fairly short and really fun on the trail.

@souhaibz

3 жыл бұрын

Indeed!

@frankiemazzei8882

3 жыл бұрын

My Calibre frame snapped after 4 months so I’m hopefully getting upgraded to their sentry which I will sell and get a spectral they look so fresh

@joonashynes1850

3 жыл бұрын

How is it for urban riding?

@LuLeBe

3 жыл бұрын

@@joonashynes1850 you mean like commuting or so? Works but not efficient. Rather pick a hardtail and also narrower tires there tbh. Or get a second wheelset with smaller tires.

@joonashynes1850

3 жыл бұрын

@@LuLeBe I’m trying to find a full suspension bike that can commute and can do trails. how’s the shock locked out because I was looking at the weight and it’s the same as my current hardtail,

I am planning to buying the canyon spectral al5 in February. Love it and for me it is just perfect. Cant wait! Nice video and nice to see that the canyon spectral is on the worthy mentions. Keep it up

@levidewit9121

3 жыл бұрын

Yea at first i was going to buy that bike to but to bad they don't make it in 29"

It's always entertaining to see Taylor Lautner review Mtn bikes cheers 🍻

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha, it's good to start out fresh and come out of irrelevance ;)

@christianpeters6579

3 жыл бұрын

Lololol

I wasnt happy that when my T8 arrived (around 5/01/21) the cool lil cardboard box inside that had all the paperwork and tools etc had been opened and pretty much dumped out inside the big box and the big box had a hole in the bottom from shipping so who knows what was missing. More importantly- they had Vee tire co tires on the bike instead of the Schwalbes that they listed. - Those are worth about half as much by the way. -also a paint chip by the emblem on the headtube. So I emailed them -only about the tires- asking them to take the vee's back and send me the Schwalbes... The bikes online guys try to distance themselves from polygon like it was a different company and took zero responsibility for the manufacturer swap. (polygon is the only bike online bikes sells) They said there was a shortage (obviously you can buy as many Schwalbes as you want on Amazon). They said I should be glad i didnt have to wait longer for the right tires ( I did wait about 4-5 months). Im ok with taking a chance to save money adjusting the bike myself etc, Im not ok with this company not sending me what they advertised and what I paid for.

Absolutely agree with the nukeproof reactor, I have the 2020 model and love it to death

@camwells9726

3 жыл бұрын

Nukeproof are great bikes , I’ve got the 2020 mega

Just recently bought a 2021 Nukeproof Reactor Comp and absolutely love it! Great videos!!

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Good choice!

Can't believe Merida didn't make the top five! The suspension design is IMO excellent.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Love the Merida but the geo is a little dated for the one forty at this point in time. The suspension is dialed tho, which is why it's in the worthy mentions :)

My main gripe with the Occam H30 is that it has two piston brakes... even with the upgrade.

Great video, all the bikes I've been considering in one place!!

Been waiting for a Week fo this to come out! Good job as always

Lets go i was waiting for this vid

Can you review the motobecane Hal boost

Entry level stumpjumper in u.k £1900 surprised it didnt make it, nice to see it in next 5, nice one on the vitus escarpe i believe they doing alot of carbon only frames this year

Just bought a siskiu t8. Thanks for the guide! everything is hard to get right now just keep checking

Except you cant get the YT since they always sold out lol.

@Wheelsanstuff

3 жыл бұрын

Can’t get anything right now

@LuLeBe

3 жыл бұрын

@Agent Double o 7 the trance advanced isn't really that similar to the Jeffsy though, is it? Seems more conservative with the geo. It's a nice bike though albeit slightly more expensive than the jeffsy base.

@lucasbright3331

3 жыл бұрын

@@LuLeBe the trance x 29 is more oriented for downhill and looks super good as well

@LuLeBe

3 жыл бұрын

@@lucasbright3331 yes the X is a nice one. Slightly more expensive unfortunately, but a good bike.

@samueljs7583

3 жыл бұрын

So true hahaha

Ordered a Norco Sight A3, I think it's going to be great as an all mountain bike geared towards the descents! Unfortunately have to wait until February for stock to land ☹️

@talenhorton-tucker2153

3 жыл бұрын

lucky duck that's a beautiful bike

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Good choice! It's a hell of a machine on the descents!

@seeandsqueeze

3 жыл бұрын

You're going to love it....got mine in June 🥰🥰🥰🥰

Now the Escarpe is 2k USD meaning that it is probably the best value to cash bike. If you want to pay 2.5k for the Vitus, you get SLX brakes and drivetrain and better Rockshox select+ and Pike. Also, its now front carbon triangle so thats good

I ummed and ahhed on the POLYGON Siskui T8 vs Norco Fluid FS1 29ers but couldn't sell the $300 price difference to myself in the end, so went with the Norco- now it's just a waiting game til it arrives and gets sent down Mt Narra!

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

You will love the fluid! the spec on the fs3 is dialed! enjoy!

The DW link Ripmo AF is probably the best pedaling of all of these bikes.

Another quality video Phil! Great info and advice as always mate! Keep up the great work and get that damn Marin Rift Zone 3 back in stock so I can buy one off ya!!!

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave! I know, they are taking forever. January is what I've heard at the moment

Cheers, been waiting for this guide. Thank you.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

Great review as always mate. 👑🔥🇦🇺 Lighting is top notch.

I do Enduro bike for Trail/Xc trails but sometimes I go full downhill

Great intro m8, nice work nice work subbed just because of the informative intro.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

All over it as always. So jealous of that sexy T8!

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

I love it!

I just Bought a Rocky Thunderbolt 150/140 Perfect First FS Bike 😎 Next One Will Be The BCS CF Version 🙃

Great video mate, really comprehensive reviews. Found this super useful 🤘

Ive recently bought Focus JAM 6.8 LTD 2022 and it is perfect for descends and for uphills you can also do some xc riding and i bought it for 2700 so i think it is a great bike for the money

Great review! I preordered the Commencal Meta TR29 essential. I was seriously looking at the Polygon T8.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

The Meta TR is a beast! It's bulletproof haha

Hey Phil, great video! One question is it possible to put a piggyback shock like the Fox dpx2 on the polygon siskiu t8, or will it not fit? Thanks!

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

I believe so! might need to mount it with the piggy back up top for water bottle clearance tho!

@merricbayless9421

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Really appreciate you giving Aussie dollar pricing and letting us know what’s out there

Thank you . I voted for nukeproof at this moment.

The Polygon has a great paint colour, seems like a great bike.

$2500-2800 is the sweet spot in the USA 🇺🇸

@giocasanova6894

3 жыл бұрын

Yes that's plenty of money for the company. It's a lot of money for a bike. I can't imagine 5000-10000

Thanks again mate, great info

Excellent documentation mate!

Thanks very much easy to understand all the info cheers 👍

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

im about to buy the canyon spectral on the 7th at midnight as soon as it comes out. Great to see its op here

@cas_waterpas8629

3 жыл бұрын

Is there a new model of the 27.5 comming out on the 7th or are you going to get the 29?

@blakeprinkki786

3 жыл бұрын

@@cas_waterpas8629 I got the 27.5 version i bought it yesterday and there is only a few left

Rad channel mate!!! Well done! Since watching the buyers guide been thinking of the T8/N9 or even the N7(maybe your next review) against the Trek fuel EX 7! Honest advice what do you guys recon?

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! If you are looking at the Fuel, I would say the T8 would be the most comparable. I find the T8 is plenty capable for my style of riding which is trail and enduro. The T8 is a bit better value than the trek too

Just got my Orbea Occam M10 and it's pretty sweet

@jeffloucks2120

3 жыл бұрын

Wish I could find an H30. :(

Great video as always next time can you please include the specialized status 140 as it represents great value at 5k with code brakes and fox suspension.

Nice video. I would suggest the new Whyte T140 is worth a mention.

Hey man have you seen the siskiu N7 just pop up on bicycles online ? Looks pretty affordable .. I've been waiting for T8 pre order, but now I'm contemplating the new N7 ? Would love you opinion on the N7

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

The N7 is great value for money. It just depends on what kind of riding you do. If you do more enduro trails and less trail and XC the N7 would be better. Bit stiffer, more forgiving and composed when it gets really rough

thanks man.... keep up the great work!!

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

Great video! What about the Ibis Ripmp af?

17:13 Fezzari Delano Peak is AWESOME!!!

its 3AM here but ill watch this

problem i had wit hthe jeffsy the standover height was too high for my stumpy legs so i couldnt have the size large for my longer upper body. i now have the cube stereo 120 and its a lot smaller standover height.

that dumb 29 wheel train...27,5 is just so much more fun tbh!!

I want the Norco Sight A3. I rode it the other week and it was great. Too bad it's out of my price range (I live in Canada).

Hi there. Wondering if you have any comments on the Specialized Status S5 (mullet)? I’m in the market and having trouble pulling the trigger. Thoughts?

Looking at the escarpe myself but more stock not arriving till March 2021. Interested to see what the 2021 jeffsy is like though, I’ve heard January, so not long to go now

Great video very informative.

It’s a bit out of the price range criteria, but I think the Radon Slide Trail 8.0 would be a great consideration!

Think the polygon in the UK is the calibre bossnut. The virus escarpe has not been in stock since its release.

someone needs toa prreciate the polygon t series

new spectral 2021 should be on the list as well

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Yep the 29er was just released after this video

What are your thoughts on the Orbea Occam H30 vs the Marin Rift Zone 3? I'm trying to decide between the two right now.

Great work! Thanks

Hey Phil, had been waiting on this review. My younger son still wants a 27.5. I understand the T8 you like is the 29er. If you were to chose a 27.5, would you still go with the T8 or Merida One Forty 600 or even 700.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Cant go wrong with either, the geo is a bit more modern on the T so I would go with that but both are awesome bikes!

@blakelynton7072

2 жыл бұрын

go with the merida as polygons are very unrealable i have a problem with myn every week

I was looking at some of these bikes and will pick something up this year. On your criterion would you consider the weight of the bike? A lot of them are 15kg+ which is getting quite heavy, as mentioned someone suggest the trek fuel 7 which came in 14.1kg (the more pricey models get down to the 12kg mark). So hard to compare weight and some manufacturers don’t list it. But I think it’s reasonably important if your going for a decent days ride.

I just bought a Nukeproof Reactor Comp 275 for £1650, brand new! EDIT: I had a Boardman, the MTR has a terrible rear shock tune. They're made for 40 year old guys getting into the sport with money to burn, and they're sold exclusively in a shop that sells car parts and accessories. Avoid at all costs.

Recently bought a full carbon Scott Genius 720 2013 second hand off a guy who barely used it for $2500 cad. Going to install a dropper and enjoy my 150/150 full carbon for mid tier hardtail price. Check the marketplace guys, you can find unreal deals.

I’m going to buy a new bike soon. I want to buy local from a shop. $3000 to $3600 is around my budget. Which would you recommend between a Scott, giant, trek, or specialised?

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Giant and Specialized are the go too's in my opinion. Both have great options this year

Another great list Phil, as always. The value winner seems to be a tie between the Polygon and Vitus, with the Siskiu T8 easily the best component-to-price here, and the Escarpe CR the best value CF framed bike I've seen yet (Polygon wins overall, unless you really want to try carbon). Its a crying shame the YT is so expensive in Australia, because if it was the same price as the Polygon (like it is in the US and UK) I'd probably be willing to sacrifice the slight component discrepancy for that XXL frame. Failing the YT going on sale, my choice would be the Siskiu T8, paired with a 50mm stem and 35mm riser bar.

@Cadams7

3 жыл бұрын

Feel like the T8 and Mythique line up more so than the Escarpe, unless I’m missing something.

@gpearce11

3 жыл бұрын

@@Cadams7 Perhaps, but I want directly comparing the two. Rather I was pointing out that they were the two best value options on this list. The Siskiu T8 is the clear winner from a component perspective; everyone else is using Shimano Deore instead of SLX, or cheaper Rockshox/Marzocchi suspension instead of Fox. The Escarpe CR, meanwhile, is admittedly specified a little lower than the T8, but compensates with it's carbon frame. The Vitus Escarpe CR has almost identical spec to the Nukeproof Reactor Alloy Comp (Reactor has a Super Deluxe rear shock, but otherwise identical), and costs almost exactly the the same, yet features a carbon frame, which no one else offers for at least $500-1000 more.

@Cadams7

3 жыл бұрын

@@gpearce11 Mythique has an SLX derailleur at least. Is the Fox 34 a notably better fork than the Z2?

@gpearce11

3 жыл бұрын

@@Cadams7 The Marzocchi Z2 is basically a budget Foz 34 (likewise the Z1 is a budget 36), using a heavier Rail damper compared to the Grip damper in the 34. As for the SLX derailleur, the only noticeable performance difference between SLX and Deore 1x12 is weight (SLX is approximately 250g lighter), so the difference between a full Deore and Deore w/ SLX derailleur would be negligible, as almost all SLX weight saving comes from the cassette and crankset.

@Cadams7

3 жыл бұрын

@@gpearce11 Awesome man. Thanks for the info.

Quick question: what do you think of the canyon torque? Is it too heavy (over 16kg)

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

I think it's a good option for more free ride stuff and if you live near a lift assisted park. For enduro, I think there's better options

Chek decathlon am 100s all mountain bike. It is insane the bike thet made for 1500 euros. I think a review of this bike would be great

Devinci Troy? Trek fuel ex??

Have you checked out Radon bikes or are these bikes not available in Australia?

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Yep! Awesome bikes, might include them in my enduro buyers guide

What's your view on the Canyon Neuron 8 CF? It's USD$2,800

The Occam H30 shows a purchase option of a Fox Kabolt Boost? What is this? And does this mean the H30 is not a thru axle?

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

It's thru axle its just if you want a lever to tighten it or with an hex key

The Giant Trance X 2 is a much better value tbh, for 500€ more you get a much better drivetrain and fork, as well as somewhat better brakes

@devinbyrnes8058

3 жыл бұрын

In Canada it is only 600 $ CAD more expensive, an even smaller margin. Actually, it is such a deal if it is within your budget it does not make sense to buy any other bike in the category. Naturally they are all sold out :(

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! It was out of budget but it is a steal!

Polly 27.5 170 fork....ballin

Hey Phil, I bought a Focus Jam 6months or so ago, I was wondering if Focus comes into your research at all (as they are a small brand) or are their bikes just not making the cut for Value/Quality etc? Thanks Man

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Daniel! Focus make some great bikes, it mainly comes down to price but being a bike shop brand you can sometimes get a steal!

Hey mate great content! I want to buy a new MTB, just starting now... I've been going down to the local hill park with an old boulder 26inch! it's about to fall apart... With the new bike I want to keep doing trail but also mix it up with some XC... I would like to keep the budget under $1000 however I dont mind spending a bit extra and future-proof for potential upgrades... what would you recomend that I can get may hands on in Australia. Cheers

@OfficialFedHater

3 жыл бұрын

He has a good video about some budget hardtails under $1000 that have pretty slack geometry for trails, but good luck finding anything available right now. kzread.info/dash/bejne/lZuFybOndceeZ6w.html Feels like manufacturers are waiting for 2022 models rather than working to restock 2021 models. I know that some places like Fezzari have wait lists where you can buy now and you'll get it in about three months, but that's a long time to wait imo. I'm still riding my ten year old 26er that I've kitted out and was thinking about upgrading and passing by old bike to someone to have a solid bike to start on, but it's impossible to find anything in stock in the US right now, can't imagine how it is over there. Anyways, hope you can find something good, and I'll try to find the video to link you so you can see the bikes and their kit/geometry. Cheers

theres also the new calibre triple b pro in the uk

I have the Jeffsy base. Very stable on the low position and very good quality, but it has poor seat post insertion! I sized up to a large, but need to cut the frame down to get seat a bit lower ⚡️

Hey you should really check the spec on the Rocky Mountain Growler 40, great Geo with good components, hard to beat

I have a jeffsy 27 and it would be hard to make it better

I have the Occam, perfect bike for the trails I actually ride. Not perfect for the trails the people I watch on KZread ride… but that’s alright.

Hi Phil. Fourth time I watched this video. Thanks mate. What about doing best tyre combos for trail, all mountain etc? It would be good to know what tyres to buy once mine is shredded.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul, sorry for the late reply. My go to versatile setup would be a DHF 3C maxx terra upfront and a 3C maxx terra dissector in the rear. I also really like the new schwalbe hans dampf in the soft compound in the front and the speed grip in the rear too. the exo + casing would be good in the rear on the maxxis and I would go the super trail in the schwalbe

@paulvictor9368

3 жыл бұрын

@@trailtalkmtb6603 thanks. That helps heaps.

what do you think of trek fuel ex 5? ; excellent video 👌

@jhayrubengagara8476

3 жыл бұрын

Been waiting for his review of Ex 5 been thinking and saving for it or polygon t8.

@tamalito3481

3 жыл бұрын

@@jhayrubengagara8476 me too

Jeffsy Base with Deore would be killer.

Hey mate You do a great job. I’m wanting to upgrade from a 5 year old giant talon. Just been getting into riding again. Thinking either the D7 or T7. Pretty amature rider, so won’t be doing anything crazy. Mainly riding around Appin, single track and fire trails, sandy and rocky sort of conditions. Pretty rough most the times. Any suggestions on what way to go? Thanks in advance

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry for the late reply. Thanks mate! I think the D7 would serve you fine, then if you want to make it a bit more capable down the line you can always upgrade the fork. If you are doing drops etc and hitting those technical sections at decent speed, I would go a T7

Occam looks so good

What do you think of the trek remedy 7 / 8 ?

How bout the 2021 Merida ONE FORTY 600 Bike .. there Entry Level

Now I can convince my dad to let me get the Vitus.

What is your thought on the Radon slide trail 8,0? On paper it looks like a great value build. Can’t find many reviews on it though. This or the Vitus Escarpe are most interesting to me.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

If I lived in Europe I would seriously consider the Slide, looks like a great deal!

Une belle revue de produits, bien présentée