The Privateer 161 is now 3720 USD. Sorry for the error in the video, my price was from the initial launch.

@vladmarcu225

3 жыл бұрын

also, the mega comp is 2999 GBP so a lot more than mentioned in the video. Great video otherwise

@George-je1fs

3 жыл бұрын

@@vladmarcu225 200 quid off, hardly alot more

@td13x36

3 жыл бұрын

Can we have a run down on radon bikes? Radon are such good value, you should definitely look into them and possibly do a video on it :)

The moment I start shopping for bikes this video is released. How convenient.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@koszor1337

3 жыл бұрын

What do you go with

@timsanik9554

2 жыл бұрын

Coincidence? I think not

Canyon Spectral: "what the hell?" and brother Torque: "this is wrong"

Commencal Meta Am !! Can't go wrong picking that one up, Cheers!

Great video very helpful. I love the privateer 161 build 😍

Nice work on finding us good value bikes. I own a 2021 cube160 e-bike and can say, the value and versatility is why I bought. Very capable bike and confidence inspiring. Easy to become at one with it.

Very thorough dude. I got an ripmo AF in Jan and then a Status in September. The budget bummer class keeps getting better and better. Keep up the good work.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! How are you liking the Status?

At long last. A channel that's worth my time. Brilliant

@trailtalkmtb6603

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Another great video man.🙏 Production value is 💯 🇦🇺💪👑

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks legend!

My commencal clash comes in this month! Can’t wait!

New to the channel and to MTB. Really digging your content mate 🙌🏾🍻

Every one of your videos make me want a new whip lol except every bike I want is out of stock 😪. Your vids are 10/10 Keep up the good work dude.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate! I feel the same way making the vids haha

Can't wait for 2022 guide!

Great video man!! Spot on 👍🏻

A very nice and detailed video, top notch work. Would have apreciated the inclusion of the euro price list too. Anyhow this is a matter of visiting webs of the bikes you have pointed out of my intrest. Thanks mate !!!

The Canyon Torque 5 is a super affordable enduro bike, coming in at $3899 AUD which I thinking is amazing considering the spec. Though, it is a 180mm fork so I understand why it wasn't on the list. Loving the videos man. Keep it up!

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Thank mate! I agree, great value, just a bit more on the Freeride side of things

Great review! thanks

Nice vid!

Great video, unfortunately a lot of these bikes are not available in Canada or due to exchange rates the prices are higher by $500- $1,000. Giant seems to be the only brand that doesn’t increase a lot when it comes to exchange rates. Really wanted the Ripmo AF

Any review or tips on full face MTB Helmets ? I think having an Australian perspective on helmets we can get in country at the moment would be pretty useful ... Great channel BTW. Awesome bike reviews.

Good to see more brands switching over to shimano deore for the drivetrain. I am just done with this whole $5000+ bikes with SRAM SX. Great video!

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

100%. Love shimano deore. Easily product of the year! Thanks!

@paulnemes590

3 жыл бұрын

I definitely agree I bought a Bronson for 3500 and they couldn’t have squeezed in at least a sram gx? Comon

@hytak18

2 жыл бұрын

@@paulnemes590 why'd you buy it then?

@joechilders205

2 жыл бұрын

@@hytak18 was probably all that was available at the time

Awesome vid!

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

I love it dude, such a killer run down

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! How you liking the new Slash?

@mtbtelly5522

3 жыл бұрын

@@trailtalkmtb6603 I am now, its taken a little to find a good spot with the fork, but today she was hauling the mail top to bottom. The new GX drivetrains playing funny buggers though, the bike came with a bent hanger, which I straightened to a good position. Its vague in the middle, worst I’ve ever had from an Eagle drivetrain. The 55 chainline is wak as well and might play a part in it also. Once I get some shorter cranks The thing will be a bullet

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

@@mtbtelly5522 That's awesome! I really like the rear suspension on treks. Keen to hear you're thoughts once it's all dialed!

Excellent video ! now im searching for any dealer with available stock 😂

I've pre ordered the Polygon N7 can't wait!

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy!

Big fan brø 😍

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I just got a specialized status and I am loving it. You can’t really tell that it is a mullet bike on the climbs because it is such a small difference in wheel size. Just a heads up the status is actually 4700 aud. Great vid and I hope that more content like this gets rolled in👍

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

That's good to hear! Looks like a sick bike. There's not a lot of info out there from specialized about it! I found the price when I was editing and forgot to put some text in, thanks for the heads up tho!

@jakecampbell8054

3 жыл бұрын

Where did you buy the bike from???

@ibramistafanous1231

2 жыл бұрын

how is it on climbs ?

Spirit, the bike is cool, greetings from Indonesia

I just bought a 2021 Cube Stereo 170 Race 29er last week and it is amazingly good with 170mm fox 38 fork and float x2! Sram GX 52T with 30T crank helps on the uphill. It is in category 5 not like others, aluminium is durable enough. Too good for the money 2923 Euros inc. 16% tax in Germany.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

I love the Cube! Super close to making it out of the worthy mentions into the top 10! Bikeradar really enjoyed it in their review. I'd be stoked with it too!

@cameronlee7591

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much mate, definitely gonna have a look at that. Definitely top value bike I’ve seen for the specs!

Kinda getting the nod that these Value Enduros are coming better spec'd than similarly priced trail bikes. At least fork-wise it seems. Geo isn't that far off from what Im seeing on some of the slacker trail bikes. I was looking into a trail bike, but I think I'm going to expand my search range into these more budget friendly endoro bikes too. Thanks for the vids like this.

hey, I may be a little late but would you say buying the parts separate is worth it? I'm asking because, for example I dont care so much if I have the best dropper seat, drivetrain, however brakes are very important for me? Can you actually save some money by building custom or is it more expensive in any way?

this is good recomendation..

Cool video! In my opinion the Trek Slash 8 is missing.

Hey what is your opinion on the polygon siskiu n9 enduro bike. This is my number 1 option and i feel as if it is the best spec for the money.

Good video how do you think the polygon t8 stacks against this bikes ?

Could you review propain bikes please they look quite nice but I’d like your opinion on the tyee al

I just would like to say, that damper isn’t the only difference between yari and lyrik. Lyrik has also lighter and stiffer crown which is convenient for enduro riding. Just keep that in mind... I thing it’s better choice to upgrade whole fork than just a damper which is not particulary cheap upgrade. You can try, but yari is never gonna perform same as lyrik... that’s why you have 2 different names - yari and lyrik

How do you feel about the Siskiu N7 vs the Vander N7? $500 difference between them and I can't make a decision

Hey bro, love your work. Subscribed as well. If you were to choose between a entry level enduro, would you choose the canyon strive cf 7.0 , 2021 commencal meta am29 ride, or yt capra comp 29 based on value and components?

Thinking about buying a Scott Genius 950. That are your thoughts on this brand and model.

Like how you mention the best bikes in „Worthy Mentions“

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

If you live in Europe, 100% hahaha

What do you think about the GT force elite 2021

What about the cube stereo 170 race 2021? I just ordered it

Awesome vid. Good guide indeed. Too bad most of these are out of stock. On Ghost’s website, the geo charts seem to be all over the place. Head tube on a S size is longer than a M. Chain stays are super long (especially considering this bike is offered as a mullet). Wheelbase on a M is equivalent to a Capra XXL!! Don’t you think something’s wrong? Ive contacted them and still waiting for a reply

Commencal meta is love.

Mantap. 👍👍

Not sure if Siskiu N9 was not mentioned because N7 is a better value? They both are within the price point though.

Should've included the Alpine Trail XR! $3,600 for 150/160 of RockShox Ultimate suspension and an SLX groupset. Otherwise, great video!

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Definitely worth spending the bit extra for the XR. Just wanted to keep the list as affordable as possible.

Interested to know where you would fit the Devinci Spartan on this list of value enduros, great components for the sticker price.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Great bike, just a little bit too expensive for this list but if you are in that next price tier, it looks like a great bike!

Bit irrelevant but the calibre sentry is sold as a polygon vander n7 in Australia

I was looking to get the vitus escarpe but ended up getting the polygon siskiu N9 since it was in stock & the vitus wasn’t.

I'm farming hard for a ripmo!😻 I'm really loving the dw link + DVO combo, Any upgrade advice? I'd love to have a progressive dvo coil in my ripmo 🥰

@tonykasunic1

3 жыл бұрын

I picked up the Ripmo AF deore with the dvo topaz, love it so far, I am thinking about picking up the jade x coil as well....

@ignaciotorojimenez7042

3 жыл бұрын

@@tonykasunic1 just ordered deore with jade x 😻 I'm already lovin'it

This video was a great help so thank you for that! I've been looking for weeks and still at a loss but I've narrowed it down to the Propain Tyee and the Privateer 161, its just a shame the 161 has such a long wait (may/April 2021) on the upside it would be here for summer. I also have been looking at the Transition patrol, or thr Capra... gor god sake it jjst doesn't get any easier does it 🤦‍♂️🤣🤣

Looking each up and seeing prices have changed drastically on most of these. Way steeper than a year ago, and a couple can not even be found for sale. Bummer. Time for a new list. If you've done it already, please share the video link.

Rocky Mountain Altitude Alloy 30

Hi, i live in canada and i bought a Marin alpin trail XR and there are very few reviews on it. I haven’t received the bike yet and i was wondering how it would rides. I havent seen many videos talking about it, even tho you included some photos of it in some of your videos lol. I would like to know how does it rides/how are the specs looking and if you would recommend it? And, if i missed it, why isn’t the bike included in one of your vids (no shades, just a question)? because i cant wait to ride it but there is currently 3 feets of snow outside so i gotta wait until april/may. Thank you, i hope you answer!

@jeffc3783

3 жыл бұрын

hi, Ja. im also in canada may I ask you where you ordered your alpin trail. and how long you have to wait?

@user-ln8ko7df7p

3 жыл бұрын

@@jeffc3783 I didnt ordered it myself, i know someone that have deals with marin and he ordered it for me so i cant really help you with that. I “ordered” it about 3 or 4 month ago and it is supposed to be here soon🤞(still cant ride it till april/may, but i’ll be able to look at it lol)

Would you consider the downhill trails at knapsack worthy of an alpine trail 7?

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

Where does transition patrol/sentinel/spire fit in

you did not mentionned the propain tyee & spindrift

How about the merida one-sixty 700 2021? Comes with a marzocchi bomber z1, fox float dpx2 and all round better specs than the one-sixty 400 for $1000 aud more

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! As I said it's worth spending a little bit extra to get the next model up. I just like to keep the buyers guides as affordable as possible (otherwise people complain it's always too much)

Is rockshocks yari good? It seems to be on every single bike this season.

@adrianszabelski8105

3 жыл бұрын

Decent fork can be upgraded with a new damper to make it a lyrik so it performs a lot better

COMMENCAL CLASH RIDE 2021 REVIEW PLIS

How much do these bikes weigh?

I want to get a status 160 so bad but I just can't find one. Why has specialized removed all evidence that it existed

Rossignol? I was looking at weighing the N7 Siskiu vs the track R. Thoughts?

@mrupholsteryman

3 жыл бұрын

Duro track r... 27.5

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

I would go the Polygon. The Rossignol looks like an off the shelf catalogue frame, the geo isnt the best.

@mrupholsteryman

3 жыл бұрын

@@trailtalkmtb6603 I was seeing as they both had the same fork. And that Felt is the company that Rossignol had purchased. This is the bike they rent out at parks. At the moment.... Both are available and at the same price. That is why I was having a challenging time (when I can afford it) deciding which bike to purchase. Thanks for your insight! 😇😎😀

hey do u think u can give the like yt comp meta

Do you reckon you could include Canadian availability in these guides? Would definitely appeal to your "northern audience" eh?

My bike with a 520m reach and a 77.5 degree seat angle 😅

17k subs wow you ar0e going to be big

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

🤞

Status look good. But you need to buy a good rims and hubs

Hey! Pick one!👆 ''Canyon Stoic 4 27.5'' or ''Nukeproof Scout Comp 27.5'' Canyon Stoic 4 27.5 Specs: Sram NX Eagle Drivetrain, Rockshox Pike Select RC 140mm Travel Fork, Iridum 170mm Dropper Post, Canyon G5 Handlebar and Stem, Sram Decendant Crankset, Schwalbe Magic Mary Front Hans Dampf Rear Tire, 65 Degree Head Tube Angle, 27.5 x 2.8 and 29 x 26 Max Tire Clearance. Nukeproof Scout Comp 27.5 Specs: Shimano Deore M6100 12 Speed Drivetrain, Marzocchi Bomber Z2 140mm Travel Fork, Brand X Ascend 150 or 170mm Dropper Post, Nukeproof Neuron V2 25mm Rise Handlebar, Nukeproof Neuron AM 45mm Stem, Maxxis Assegai 27.5 2.6 Maxx Terra EXO TR Front Tire, Maxxis Dissector 27.5 2.6 Maxx Terra EXO+ TR Rear Tire, 65 Degree Head Tube Angle, 73 Degree Seattube Angle, 27.5 x 2.8 and 29 x 2.5 Max Tire Clearance. It's Very Hard Decision for ME!😂

@adrianszabelski8105

3 жыл бұрын

Nukeproof scout will prolly be better and heard better reviews also check out the whyte 800 or 900 series hardtails they're amazing 130mm 64.5 ha hardtails amazing going down good on climbs and playful

Hey! How much Travel Front and Rear Specialized Status Have?

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

160 front and rear

What about RAAW bikes? The are budget bikes with nice geometry and specs. Please share comments

@exactpeak5995

3 жыл бұрын

How is RAAW budget? Their cheapest build is Fox factory/Shimano XT

What is the bike in the Thumbnail????

When’s the next stream coming??

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

First week of the new year

Does anyone by chance know where you can purchase the Specialized status in the US?

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Best to check with your local specialized dealer

Sorry guys, but I think you have forgotten the Propain Tyee/Spindrift. The Tyee starts at 2300€ and you can configurate anything you want to have. The Tyee ist one of the best enduro bikes you can actually buy and if you configurate the best fox Suspension, it'll only cost you 3000€. No one can beat this.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

The propain is in the worthy mentions

where are you finding the Privateer 161 for only $3075 since in the US it says its $3720?

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry, it was the original price when released. It has since gone up

@crazycowking966

3 жыл бұрын

@@trailtalkmtb6603 No problem. I always enjoy watching your videos keep up the great work!

@ridekona4311

3 жыл бұрын

@@trailtalkmtb6603 it used to be even cheaper, in my Enduro Magazine it says ot was released for only 2500€

What about the Kona Process X?

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome bike! Just a little expensive compared to these options

What are your thoughts on the commencal clash?

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Good bike! Just more freeride compared to enduro

@kanecashin5873

3 жыл бұрын

@@trailtalkmtb6603yeah I see what you mean. Should make a free ride video 👌 great video by the way mate

What do reckon bout the canyon torque 5

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

It's a great bike but I tend to class it more as a freeride bike.

Pls. Check out the Radon Swoop

checked privateer 161 price in U.S. dollars, selling for $3719, NOT $3k, significant difference

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Price must of gone up. It was previously 3075. m.pinkbike.com/news/first-ride-privateer-161-an-affordable-ish-race-ready-machine.html

Hi.. I'm just curious why Siskiu N9 not in the list? N9 is much better than N7.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Its all about hitting a certain price point. I try to make these lists as welcoming to everyone. But if you can afford the n9 go for it!

Transition Sentinel?

I really like that Nukeproof Mega Comp; I think it's my overall favourite sub-$5K bike. I wasn't particularly impressed by the Reactor Comp, as there are better specified bikes, with similar geometry, for less money (especially since Polygon updated the geometry of the Siskiu T7/8). Considering that Enduro bikes tend to cost more than equivalently specified trail bikes, that Nukeproof offers the Mega for the same price as the Reactor is very welcome. While the Comp still isn't the best spec-to-price bike here (I think Polygon still wins that one again, the N9 has awesome spec for only AU$300 more than the Mega Comp; shame the geo sucks), the Mega's very impressive geometry, coupled with the excellent upgradability of the fork and drivetrain as you mentioned, make it very compelling to me. I must admit I was a little disappointed to see a Select R instead of Select+ (lockout) rear shock, but the reviews I've seen/read of the 2021 Mega (including a review of the Comp) praised its climbing ability, so apparently it's not an issue.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. I think the mega would be my pick of the bunch. I do have a soft spot for the ripmo too. The next model up looks the goods too!

@gpearce11

3 жыл бұрын

@@trailtalkmtb6603 If I was going to spend more than the Mega Comp I'd probably try and snag a Privateer 161, but I do really like the 2021 Mega lineup in general, and the Comp definitely has one of the better "upgrade paths" of any of the bikes here. Actually, the Mega 290 Carbon Factory is my money-no-object dream bike (although I'm not a fan of the colour; thats what frame wrap is for), but those kind of wishes never tend to come true, at least for me (I'm not even in the finiancial position to consider the alloy Comp at the moment, let alone a carbon Factory).

@joelferguson7801

3 жыл бұрын

I love my New Mega Comp, and yes they climb like a monkey which was surprising as they feel slack when seated. Would recommend

@envyfollowsm3

3 жыл бұрын

​@@gpearce11 When you say good upgrade path, what do you mean / what would you upgrade? I have the 21 mega comp and I upgraded to the new debonair damper. Looking for my next damper

@envyfollowsm3

3 жыл бұрын

@@joelferguson7801 ​ What would you upgrade? I have the 21 mega comp and I upgraded to the new debonair damper. Looking for my next damper

How about the canyon torque 5.0 Al?

@duckny1

3 жыл бұрын

Torque 6 was on my list but I deleted it due to no water bottle, 27.5 inch, too much waiting list and quality issues, A/S not easy in my opinion. If there was a Spectral 29er Al with fox suspension around 3000 Euros, I would go for it.

Canyon Torque?

Propain Tyee?

can i buy the YT bike in the video from south Korea?

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Not to sure, sorry

How can you miss the Polygon Siskiu N9 ($ US 2999). I have ordered it and am waiting for delivery. 1x12 XT drivetrain, TRP Slate 4-pot brakes, fox 36 performance forks & fox DPX2 suspension (160mm front and rear, 29er /170mm-27.5)

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Polygon Siskiu N is in there

4:48 Where are the euro's!? D:

I would actually consider the vitus if the frame wasnt made of weaker carbon and alloy

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

I'm an alloy fan too!

@itr0863

2 жыл бұрын

would you say the nuke mega is a better frame than the vitus. i can't decide on the two.

N7 should be delivered by tomorrow. 😃💥💯🙃

@Naxxn

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats! Been waiting for my T8 for 2 months already

@PAULEYBOY84

3 жыл бұрын

@@Naxxn Dang, I would lose my mind.

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy! You will love it!

@PAULEYBOY84

3 жыл бұрын

@@trailtalkmtb6603 thx bro

Think 99bikes sells the cube in Aus these days.

is no lockout for the rear shock a dealbreaker?

@trailtalkmtb6603

2 жыл бұрын

If you don't value efficiency and take your time up the climbs I don't think so but it helps when these bikes weight over 16kg

@itr0863

2 жыл бұрын

@@trailtalkmtb6603 thank you for the reply

Are you still making videos? It's been 3 months

Why are no Canyon bikes here?

This took way too long!

@paulmanias8269

3 жыл бұрын

Super competitive segment of MTBs. It makes sense that it would take a while. A thorough job! Thanks for the effort!

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

@@paulmanias8269 super competitive! Thanks mate!

@colinsmith5041

3 жыл бұрын

Hey man another great video 👍 Just a couple questions... I've pretty much decided on my new bike which I'm about to order but I just wanted a couple of opinions..so in your opinion is there an enduro out there that is 'better value' than the '21 Siskiu N9? I just can't seem to find anything that comes close around that price for what you get. Second..how will I know that you'll definitely see the benefits when I buy through your affiliate link!? And do you get help for everything we buy through the link or just certain things? Cheers 🙌

Any site recommendations of where to buy the cube?

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

In Australia, 99 bikes. Not sure where else in the world

@Johnsmithabcde

3 жыл бұрын

@@trailtalkmtb6603 what do you personally think about 99 bikes customer service? If the bike arrived damaged etc bent disc brake

@trailtalkmtb6603

3 жыл бұрын

@@Johnsmithabcde Mixed experiences. I used to work at the castle hill store in Sydney. There are good and bad stores. You can always judge a store by its workshop. So I would see what the workshop is like at your local store.

@adrianszabelski8105

3 жыл бұрын

The cube is really good downhill but really heavy my mate has 1 and it's really good and linkage feels nice a progressive