I have the same one and i love it soooo much!❤️😊

I personally just picked up a new Evil Wreckoning with a Push Coil, absolutely love it so far and thus far it pedals pretty well for a long travel machine. It will not beat my 28lb Stumpy up a hill of course, but it still moves along pretty good. There are so many good options out there, you are not kidding, tough to go wrong with many of the choices. Be sure to check out the new Cannondale Jekyll, it is coil friendly and looks amazing and of course the Transition Spire and new Orbea Rallon are other great coil friendly options that deserve consideration.

I just love my Hightower, wouldn't change at all. 🙂

I’ve used a set of offset bushings to center a DHX2 in the tunnel of my hightower frame. I’ve ran a 500# SLS spring, and currently run a 450-550# CC progressive spring with no rubbing at all after two seasons… I fully support the multi bike quiver, but for a quiver of one it’s been a great solution!

Great video. I'm in your shoes and live in the SE and don't do much bike park but hit a lot of the other trails you've had out on your channel. Because I am a one bike guy the Stumpy Evo is perfect in the same way your HighTower was. However, were I to add a bike like the Revel or the Spur or perhaps even Epic Evo I would immediately ditch the Stumpy for either an Enduro, Spire or potentially a Dreadnaught. Essentially a bike that pedals uphill reasonably well in order to bomb downhill as fast as you can go. A bike that can rip trails like Bennett Gap or Avery or some of the more intense Pisgah stuff. Then you got your Revel for the north georgia, Tennessee stuff, your downhill bike for park, and your true enduro bike for everything else. I had an Enduro before I got the Evo and wouldn't hesitate to go back to that bike. It was an awesome bike and was decent enough on the flats and climbs that you could even make an argument for using it as an all rounder but it absolutely blows the doors off of everything else I've ridden going down hill. Will also run a coil no problem. Had and EXT on it and it was stuck to the ground.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

It truly is crazy how well that enduro pedals. Specy really nailed that frame!

MEGATOWER!!!!!!! Coil friendly and pedals well enough. It is exactly the bike you need!

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

I came really close to picking one up last spring. Such a sweet bike!

I bought a Ripmo for the same reason you bought your Hightower. I needed one bike to do anything and everything. If I had a Revel Ranger for trail riding and a DH bike for park days, I'd definitely be looking at bikes that could pedal well enough but can handle the more hardcore trails. Transition Sentinel and Spire would be at the top of my list. I haven't ridden a Spire yet, but I loved the Sentinel. The geometry on that bike makes it so much fun to go fast and just plow through stuff. Pivot Firebirds are also incredibly fun, can handle anything you want to throw at them, and pedal way more efficiently than any 160+ mm travel bike should be able to.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

I’m definitely a big Transition fan, and the firebird has also always been a bike I’ve admired but never had a chance to ride. hope to hop on one!

SC Bronson MX 2022 all the way brother! It’s ALL you looking for the next step!

Nukeproof giga is an incredible bike that’s has support for coils. Also comes with 180ml of travel, and can still pedal!

@johnfinelli8727

2 жыл бұрын

@Semi-Sendy& Dax Murrell The Giga is a sweet rig , I looked into it as well as a lot of Enduro/ Super Enduro rigs , that’s a really good bike for the Price of $5500 US ,For the Factory spec build. But You’d still have to figure in $$ Carbon wheelset if your going that route . I don’t have an Opinion on How good or bad the Giga is on the techy climbs . In December I purchased a (2021) Santa Cruz Nomad CC XO1 Coil Build with a 2021 Fox Factory Float 38 Grip2 Fork Paired with Fox Factory Float DH X2 Coil shock. BTW, Not knowing yr Spending limitations will be tough to give you our suggestions. what I did was online research . Made myself a list of what amount of Travel I want , wheel&tire setup & sizes,Head Angle , “”For Me “” Those basic but important Specific numbers chopped down my research list tremendously! And what I ended up with . Pivot SwitchBlade,S-Works Enduro,Propain Spindrift,Canyon Torque Mullet,Nukeproof Mega Carbon.

I’d recommend an alloy GT Force. The 29er can be run as a mullet setup, it’s coil compatible, and it’s extremely burley. I have the expert build and while it’s a bit of a boat on climbs, it’s surprisingly nimble on the way back down, even with 150mm out back, 170 up front, and weighing in at around 35 lbs. It might not be as good as a Hightower for all around riding but I’ve made it work on more mellow trails and it definitely will eat up long technical descents and park laps. Plus it’s not that expensive for the spec. Only “bad” component is the NX derailleur, the roller bearing clutch is weak.

Knolly warden 168, the 4 way suspension is incredible, the bikes ability to climb is surprisingly good for a bike that runs 170m of travel in the front, I’ve ridden the warden since it was released and this bike has been through hell, I’ve had other amazing bikes, but this one is something else(it can also run an double crown fork if you want)

Go Evil Offering V2. Evils are pretty much built for coil shocks! The delta suspension is miles better climbing platform than VPP and the rear end is sooooo playful but also so stiff and feels great! If you find yourself in metro Atlanta anytime soon I’d be more than happy to let you take it for a spin. It’s a medium though.

@dakotakirby5673

2 жыл бұрын

This man knows!!! I’ve got the v2 offering just swapped to rs super deluxe coil. It’s dialed

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

My good buddy loves his Offering. Evil makes really beautiful bikes. That Delta suspension is pretty rad.

sb165 setup as a mullet with a 170mm fork, definitely fits the bill. Designed with a coil shock in mind, decent weight, can pedal really well, playful but down to business. Currently running this setup and loving it. Ohlins ttx22m coil & formula selva r (coil)

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

That sounds like a true rowdy slayer! That platform pedals so well too.

Everyone I talk to about that kind of bike is raving about the Sentinel. I want to get on one to see what the fuss is about!

Orbea Occam LT. Comes with a coil, Orbea myO system allows you to customize colors, and it’s a very solid value. I have last year’s Occam, and I love it.

@frankapple4130

2 жыл бұрын

I have one and it’s very similar to the Hightower so obviously he wants something bigger

@craigmiller9478

2 жыл бұрын

@@frankapple4130 possibly- but he did say that his one complaint with the Hightower was that the VPP couldn’t handle a coil. The Occam LT comes stock with a coil. A 150/150 bike fits nicely in the gap between a DH and a XC.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

I’d like to try the LT if I get a chance. My local picked up orbea last year and I hear lots of great feedback on them.

Got 2 friends with nukeproof. Giga and mega. Awesome bikes. Not 100% sure about coil on them, can’t see why not, but they are proper sweet. I still love my Hightower, it reminds me not to go too stupid which is a good thing 😆

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

I've always thought the Nukeproof's were sweet looking bikes. I've never had a chance to throw a leg over one.

“Is able to handle bigger features with more poise and support.” Go with the new Norco Range. 29” wheels, 170/170 travel. Designed around using a coil shock. Has been called a pedalable downhill bike, monster truck, etc. High pivot, slacked out, nominated as a Pinkbike “Bike of the Year”. Lewis Buchanan raced Redbull Hardline on it. (No I’m not sponsored/work for Norco this is just a personal dream bike)

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, if I didn’t own a DH bike this would be on order already! Love the design, the company and the spec. It’s just too overkill for the enduro racing here in the southeast.

Get a specialized enduro with an eleven six- I’ve got one and it is my favorite bike ever. Pedals great. And is super composed and stable on the chunkiest of descents!

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

The current Enduro's are true DH slayers. It's been on my short list.

Specialized Enduro, a dh bike you can pedal up and it’s amazing with a coil

ive had my 2015 santa cruz 5010 c for about 5 years now haha, still love it but i definitely want one of the newer lower link santa cruzs they look so sick

SC Bronson MX. I have just bought one and it is by far the funnest bike I’ve ever ridden. My last two bikes where big 29er enduro rigs, super fast but not very fun to ride as it’s just about speed with them. It your looking for a more fun fast bike that loves to jump and turn better then the Bronson should be your choice. Good luck with your decision.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

I heavily considered this, but after my back to back 29 vs. mullet testing (previous video) I’ve decided that my primary preference is 29. The option for mullet on occasion though would be a bonus though! It’s a ton of fun on the right terrain.

Specialized Enduro like the mulleted one I had with me at Snowshoe when we met or Transition Spire (might be my next bike).

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Both sick bikes no doubt!

Trek slash every single time. I have had about 15 bikes in the last 5 years after my first slash which I sold because of injury and after figured I'd try something else just to be sure. Just got a Rail ebike and have a slash on order once again. You cannot beat it even though a megatower gets close

please take a hard look at the Transition line up. Fantastic bikes, great company culture, absolutely love my Patrol. Their new series Patrol has the mullet set up, or the Spire for the 29er will DO IT ALL.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Already a big Transition fan! Ali loves her Sentinel. Totally agree on the company culture too 🤌

I’d go with a commencal meta am 29, it still pedals alright and would take a ton of abuse 🤘

(2021) Santa Cruz Nomad CC XO1💪Just got mine in December Its sick they Dialed the frame aBit ,seat angel is steeper for better climbing and also chainstays are size specific . I also went with Racfaces NEXT-R31 Carbon rims with race face Vault Hubs the set was $1500 US . make sure you do a vid on your new bike 🚲

Sentinel or SB 150, if you want 29er. I also still grab the 130 120 bike 80 % of the time for local trails that are pedal-y.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

I think the old "send-it-all" is a sweet bike. Ali sure does love hers.

specialized stump jumper EVO carbon because it is a light bike great for an enduro race with its longer 160 mm travel i think but it is still a trail bike so it is great for bike days in the saddle and with it geo that you can change it can fit your needs. this is also another bike that won the pinkbike feld test so it is a outstanding bike.

Once Santa Cruz forever Santa Cruz🤘🏻

Commencal Meta AM 29 ohlins edition, comes with a great drivetrain and brakes, and a coil shock, I have the team build and it has basically no pedal bob

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Love my supreme. Commencal makes some stellar bikes at a great price point and spec. I saw a bunch of their team riding their new XC/DC design at Snowshoe and it looks really nice and clean too.

Rocky Mountain Altitude. RM bikes are so versatile and pedal really well also.

Evil Offering v2 or Norco Range. Evil gets the nod from me, the delta kinematics fit a coil nicely. The rear is stiff, short stays to keep it playful and fun. Very stable downhill, feels bottomless, climbs like any weagle design.. you won’t be disappointed

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

They are dead gorgeous frames too!

Norco range or devicni spartan! Both very capable bikes that are well designed and take a ton of abuse. I've been on a range for years, and it pedals. Nowhere near as well as my Hightower I just got this year though... My Hightower is the sub for xc/all mountain and long days. The range handles big rides, but it can be a fair bit of work.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

That new spartan looks sweet!

Gotta go with a RM Altitude build right. Ride 9 adjustability, adjustable chain stays, you can move the shock pivot point on the carbon frames and make it an Instict if u want. Seems like a good fit for u

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Plus it got lots of stellar reviews! Melamed certainly makes it look FAST!

Go with the yeti SB 140 bike does everything perfectly you won’t be disappointed

I wish I could but I can't even decide what new bike to buy, there's just so many choices and there is E bikes that can be another option 😕 my brain has been filled with info on bikes. And I can only buy direct to consumers .Your a smart rider and knowledgeable . I guess you probably have maybe 3 top choices for the bike you are replacing 🤔.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

It can definitely be option overload these days. I’m lucky I’ve had a chance to ride a lot of the current options which helps, but even still there is so much to sort through.

Well it sounds like it’s going to come down to norco range vs transition spire. Looking forward to seeing what you pick!

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

The Range, Spire, Firebird, Mega, SB150 and Rallon all seem to be the most recommended in the comments by far. So many great options it’s dizzying 😅

@truambar

2 жыл бұрын

@@SemiSendy I find myself in a similar predicament. I currently own an sb130 LR that I love and a YT tues for park duty,. The idea of building a spur as daily and getting a super enduro for trips is becoming more and more appealing. I believe the sb150 and the rallon are the true quiver killers given how well they seem to climb and descend, but if I’m going to diversify the styles, a DC bike, a brutal enduro bike (norco range, spire) and a DH bike look like the winning combo to me.

Have you considered the Banshee Rune? Part of the fun is that you get to build it however you'd like!!

I have a v1 Hightower LT CC and recently bought a Ripley to handle the light trails and climbs, so I'm looking to upgrade the HT. My riding buddy bought a new Firebird recently, loves it, and I live a few miles from the Pivot HQ so I want to demo one, but I am leaning towards a Megatower unless the Firebird wows the hell out of me.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Go test that Firebird and let me know what you think!

Pivot Firebird. Has a coil shock option, pedals great uphill, and rips downhills

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Dang fine looking bike too!

Florida trail cameos!

My bike isn’t what you’re looking for, it’s a YT Jeffsy 27.5” which isn’t a great “all-rounder” but I love it. My choices for an all rounder would be an Ibis Ripley or the Pivot Firebird

Transition Sentinel. Next question please. :)

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

That's a sweet rig!

So you replaced one bike that did everything well with 2 bikes that are better at their disciplines than the Hightower? More bikes sounds like the best plan to me. lol. Happy 2022. Keep getting after it! Go for the Orbea Rallon with the coil shock.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, n+1 for the win! Hope to try a Rallon soon.

Get the new Megatower! It’s the Hightower’s big bro lol. It’s coil shock compatible, has more travel and it’s Santa Cruz’s mini downhill bike really lol. If you loved the Hightower so much, then the Megatower will blow you away in my opinion. If I was going to sell my Hightower, I would get the new Megatower in a heartbeat!

You're in a tough spot since you already have you choice bracketed above and below with the ranger and supreme. Assuming you still want to pedal your new bike on longer days, I think that would exclude Spec Enduro, Norco Range and similar. Given that I'm in the same market that you are I can only throw out that I'm currently looking at a Transition Spire, Devinci Spartan (both are coil compatible) and maybe a Nukeproof Giga/Mega. The last two are really hard to get a leg over where I'm at so I'm leaning towards a store bought bike but that may not be a concern for you. Super interested to hear what you end up on!

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Really wish I could demo a Spartan and the Nukeproofs. They are a bit more rare here in the Southeast. That Spire is a beast!

Rich in my personal opinion I think u should get a transition sentinel. It’s a little more slack then the Hightower, and It’s coil shock friendly. I’ve heard that u should stick to a 160mm fork, at least that what some guy told me.

@jeffdein6890

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah Rich, you should get a Sentinel. With a Zeb. But what do I know (shrug).

Are you going to be picking up the hightower v3? I have the v2 and love it, but same as you wanted the coil option. The v3 is coil compatible now so I might be upgrading once more.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Sadly the V3 still isn't compatible with coil, or even the X2. I'd love to review it, but for my personal bike choice I'm looking for something with more flexibility and options.

@myusername570

2 жыл бұрын

@@SemiSendy I wonder if I just got bad info. My local shop said the v3 was coil compatible so I was just going off that. Guess I better read about bikes some more today lol

Go to an OuterBike event and demo all of them, I chose the Spec Enduro after one. That said, the new We Are One bike looks good.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

That would be super ideal! I’ve had a chance at smaller festivals to demo a range of bikes which was super helpful. I’ve also been lucky enough to get lots of random opportunities to hop on different bikes over the last couple years since starting this channel Which I’m really grateful for. And yeah, that We Are One, Man oh man is it a beautiful bike and that pink bike review was very encouraging. I picked up a pair of strifes for my downhill bike this year and love them.

What you did with the Revel is what I’ve done with the Tallboy. I ride that bike so much more than I originally expected. Good luck on the new one. So many options out there.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

It's definitely option overload these days!

@B1KER

2 жыл бұрын

@@SemiSendy My best advice is to just keep buying Santa Cruz 😂😂😂

Sorry for the rando question, but what knee pads are you rocking in the video? Thanks and keep up the great content!

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

No worries at all, good knee protection is hard to find! The ones with the blue writing are the 7idp Sam Hill Lites. They are pretty svelte and light on the padding. Great for trail use when doing lots of pedaling and you don’t want something bulky to mess with.

@jasonklaitman592

2 жыл бұрын

@@SemiSendy Thanks!

Firebirds and switchblades are VERY popular hear in Phoenix due to our rough terrain and granted the company is local. I have a mega tower and I’m curious as to why you don’t opt to put a coil on? They sell them with a coil option so I’m sure it fits although I have air in my mega tower.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

I've played with coil options on the Hghtower, but it has a much more restrictive shock tunnel than the mega, and a pretty linear leverage curve as well. The Mega was intended for both, the Hightower wasn't unfortunately.

Rocky Mountain Altitude!!!

Go with the transition sentinel is a twenty Niner ,at 150 mm of your travel with 160 mm fork, It will munch up the Rocky dissents like you want and still pedals relatively efficiently . if you want more travel go to the bigger brother the spire which is 170 mm front and rear and has the same capabilities with more squish . I’m currently riding the spire and I have a test rode the Sentinel and they both are amazing bikes and I highly recommend them to anybody who is in the market for a hard charging Enduro bike .

@nolansloboda4508

2 жыл бұрын

Both of these bikes I have leverage curve set up for Coil shocks although they come with air from the manufacturer .

@nolansloboda4508

2 жыл бұрын

The ride Qualities of these bikes blow me away I love their cornering ability and their length makes them very stable at high speeds

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Transition makes some incredible bikes! Love their vibe as a brand too.

Im pretty close to getting the new Cannondale Jekyll. The other one on the list is the Rocky Altitude but is unavailable at the moment due to current 'situation''

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

That Jekyll has had my eye since it's release. Absolutely beautiful bike.

I would suggest to go for the commencal meta tr range ... But in the mean time what would you do with the Hightower would you sell it ?

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

I have a really good friend who wants it.

@allanskriver6720

2 жыл бұрын

@@SemiSendy lucky friend :)

@wild_sibasis

2 жыл бұрын

Okay great 👍 i was asking cause i am in need of one plus its hard to find such bikes easily here in india...

Kona ProcessX , very playful, 435 CS length gives it light front end, 63.5 HT angle handles down hill , low stand over, but still climbs good ,

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

I love the idea of the option to run mullet too. Would be fun to switch it up occasionally.

I love my mondraker superfoxy! , but since you own a dh bike I’d recommend the foxy and its coil compatible

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

I still have yet to ride a Mondraker. I was going to demo one before I bought the high tower but I never could make the opportunity lineup. Hope to get on one sometime!

I recommend the Canyon Strive with 170mm front and 150mm back. It comes with a flip chip that you control with the push of a button. Easy climbs and knarly descents all in one. The value for bike is insane, Shimano XTR brakes and drivetrain for 6750USD and only weighing 31.4 Lbs. Its coil shock ready aswell. 27.5 and 29er.

If you are spending deep pocket I fully recommend you the "Trek Slash Flight Attendant " which i own already Its a top bike for senders and shredders

@Xinleonidas1

2 жыл бұрын

i have a trek and a bh lynx

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

What do you think of the flight attendant?

Scott Genius or Scott Ransom gets the job done. Leaning more towards the Genius (150mm front and rear). Works great for everything in Western NC.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

My buddy loves his genius. 🤌

trek slash , very gud

My absolute quiver killer for the north shore as been my nicolai g16. The g1 would probably be better choice. It pedals even better then the g16 and lets you pick all modern wheel sizes, it may be to much for you. It’s tuned for coil shocks is is an extremely supportive suspension platform in both settings.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

I would love to try the g16! Looks awesome. Sadly they are really rare here in the southeast.

Forbidden Druid for sure

Pivot Firebird , Transition Spire , Megatower V2 when it drops, Stumpjumper evo, Cannondale Jekyll.

Nice man! I mean you can’t go wrong with a yeti! Sb150 maybe?

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

They are sweet! I’d love to see the sixfinity linkage come to the 150.

Santa cruz Mega tower v2!

The Hightower is the answer. It's about as good as it gets. You'll miss that.

StumpjumperEvo or Pivot Firebird, unlesss an Ebike is in consideration. Then a Specialized Kenevo. An ebike at Bakers or Kanuga is glorious. I love the idea of a mid travel aggressive geo especially since you already have a DH bike. By the way, I can loan you a Specialized Levo if you want to it for a spin at Kanuga or Waldens Ridge. Please no more Ibis or Yeti. Lol.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

No e-bike just yet, but I agree they are a ton of fun. Stumpy Evo and Firebird have been on the short list for a while! Just might have to take you up on that levo ride. I was dreaming of some e-wattage while busting my lungs at Vee Hollow yesterday.

@bigb7157

2 жыл бұрын

@@SemiSendy hit me up I’m in Chat-town.

Do not pick the Orbea Occam, that would be the opposite of what you're looking for. I came off a 2020 Occam to my HTv2 and found the HT to be better at everything other than road and gravel climbing. In my experience the Hightower is a lot more capable descending. Hold out for the new Santa Cruz Megatower that should be coming in 2022? Or the current MT with a CC link?

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Good to know! Excited to see what the next mega is like.

I'm looking at getting a Ripmo. Thought about a hightower, but the no coil option was a bummer. Specialized Stumpy Evo was an option, but I had a Specialized Stumpjumper back in 2012 and want to try a different brand. A new Pivot with 170mm of travel, and Enduro or Megatower would be sick if you want more "poise" on features.

@leejohnh22

2 жыл бұрын

Just as an FYI before you commit to the ripmo, you should know the leverage curve is quite linear (not progressive) on that bike, meaning it's not very coil friendly. It's essentially designed to be run with an air shock, even though a coil may fit. If you do end up getting it and want to fit a coil, it'd probably highly benefit from a coil with good bottom out control (i.e. push or ext which are pricy).

@mikegehard6402

2 жыл бұрын

@@leejohnh22 Ibis specs a DVO coil on the V2 carbon Ripmo so curious about your comment of no coil.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

I am interested in going with the 11-6 on the next build, but still the Ripmo curve is really too linear for what I’m currently looking for. Awesome bike, but it’s not the best fit for me right now. The firebird and mega are definitely contenders!

@leejohnh22

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikegehard6402 Yes they give the option for a coil, but it's not suited for one unless your riding literally involves no big compressions (jumps/drops) and even then I probably still won't go that route as it won't be as responsive with a coil. If you notice the Ibis enduro team doesn't run coil at all either so that's telling. If you're curious about the subject I'd suggest researching further on progressive vs linear leverage curves and how that works with a coil shock. In short though, a coil on the Ripmo will tend to blow through travel and not offer enough support for boosting, pumping, or bottom out support for landings. I will add however, you can run a cascade link to increase the progression on the Ripmo v2 to remedy that. Unfortunately, yoke designed rear shocks don't play well for the longevity of coil shocks so even then you can expect the coil shock's life to be shortened in comparison to if it were to be mounted to a non-yoke designed frame. Again, you can research all this, good luck and hope this was helpful.

@mikegehard6402

2 жыл бұрын

@@leejohnh22 Gotcha...makes sense. Thanks for taking the time to reply and I'll check out the reading you suggested.

Guerilla Gravity MEGATRAIL!

I have a revel rascal and rail to fill my needs. Personal I’d stick with Revel or go Santa Cruz for their warranties. If you’re happy on the 29er supreme DH, I’d do megatower. It pedals well but gives you the opposite of the ranger.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Customer service from both brands is insanely hard to beat. Really top notch across the board.

@pedalfaster2033

2 жыл бұрын

@@SemiSendy you might even enjoy a long legged Commencal. It’s hard to beat the feel of aluminum on chunky trails. I use to have a kona process and enduro style trails were more comfortable on it than any carbon bike I’ve been on.

I highly recommend the Pivot firebird it’s great with techs terrain and rides comfortably and fast. it’s great for racing and if you want can get you out of your comfort zone to do bigger and badder terrain. it is on the steeper side for price but it’s definitely worth it 10 out of 10 would recommend

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

So many Firebird recommendations. Hopefully I can hop on one!

Goodbye Santa 🤙

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

For now most likely, but I’ll always be a huge SC fan.

I’m thinking about getting a GG The Smash. Highly customizable and coil compatible. I would love to see some better KZread reviews than what currently exist before I buy one!

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Noted! Really dig GG as a company, and their bikes are rowdy destroyers.

Maybe Megatower if you liked the Hightower so much? Other thoughts, Pivot Firebird, Yeti SB-150

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

The mega is pretty sweet. Always wanted to try out the firebird!

I threw you a "LIKE" for old times sake ;)

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

He’s alive! Good to hear from you homie 🤘

How about trying out the Dartmoor Thunderbird? It is designed around coil shocks (it comes with one by default), and it has a good price point (90,000 php/1,760 usd for the alloy frame with a coil shock). It also has many options. There is a superenduro version, a freeride version, and there is a choice between alloy, and carbon frames...

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

I had never heard of them before. Very nice looking frame, clean with great lines. Geo looks really ideal too.

@cjmpaja

2 жыл бұрын

@@SemiSendy they're gaining traction here in the Philippines due to its price point. You can assemble a pretty capable enduro bike for around 2000 USD. I'm personally going for their cheaper Blackbird frame. It's pretty damn good for the money. Around 1300 USD for the frame with a shock. Also that name might ring a bell for European viewers as Dartmoor is based in Poland...

Get a Yeti, You will be a Rockstar on the Trail..

Ibis Ripmo. I absolutely love mine. Coil shock compatible and super capable. I also hear good things about the Specialized Enduro.

@mikegehard6402

2 жыл бұрын

I have a V1 Ripmo and love it.

Yeti!!

Ibis Ripmo, hands down! And you can run a coil.

Santa Cruz Megatower!!!

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

I almost went mega last spring! It’s tempting, but in the interest of switching things up I’d like to try a brand I haven’t personally been on before.

@justinmiller468

2 жыл бұрын

@@SemiSendy I work at a shop that sells Santa Cruz so I’m kinda a fan boy 😂. Good luck finding the best bike for you!

YT Jeffsy C4 = GREAT ALL AROUND DO-IT-ALL BIKE

nukeproof mega, transition sentinel, banshee titan.

I love me some Ibis. I think a Ripmo would do you right. And its takes a coil. Your welcome:) Cheers!

@dankraft

2 жыл бұрын

I own and love the Ripmo, but I feel like that puts him with the same sort of "do everything" bike like the Hightower. Those bikes fall in the middle of the spectrum. I'd get something more burly that could also pedal well if I had a Revel Ranger to ride for lighter duty days and a DH bike for the park.

@charliehicks2554

2 жыл бұрын

@@dankraft The one bike to rule them all type thing.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

The Ripmo is a really sweet bike, however it’s a lot like the Hightower. Coil fit/clearance is nice, but I’m looking for something with a more progressive leverage curve.

Sad to see you part ways with your party machine, but you gotta do what you gotta do. Have you considered Megatower and Tallboy for your other riding spectrum?

@petedog9581

2 жыл бұрын

He has a cc bike, so the Tallboy is out.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

The mega has definitely been on the shortlist. I almost pulled the trigger on one last spring. I’d like to go with a brand I haven’t been on previously this go around if possible though.

@bikechiatrist

2 жыл бұрын

@@SemiSendy fair enough, best way to really do a real comparison. 🤘🏽

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

@@bikechiatristvery true! I am excited for the next gen mega though. Sounds like we may be seeing that between now and their typical summer release period.

@bikechiatrist

2 жыл бұрын

@@SemiSendy what I see that will change with Mega is a steeper seat angle, and probably stock rear travel will increase to 170. 180 will be OP 🤣

guerilla gravity gnarvana or smash, you can run a coil or air. The company wants people to experiment

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Love their modular design and general attitude. Fits my style well.

Mondraker Super Foxy...could do the trick

Rocky mountain Slayer ?

get the transition patrol or the yeti sb 165 both super fun bikes

You want a Sentinel. Got mine an Ext Storia, does everything I want from a bike.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

You never hear anyone say they don't like that bike. Excellent company too!

Transition Spire

TREK SLASH

I’d look at the SB150 or Switchblade in a case like that

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Two of my close riding buddies just recently went to the SB 150s and really love them. I’ve always loved the look of the Firebird.

Fingers crossed for a 150mm 29er from Revel.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

That would be sweet!

@tonybasoni8443

2 жыл бұрын

Shredneck,......Have you heard something about a new Revel?

@theshredneck7296

2 жыл бұрын

@@tonybasoni8443 no just hoping. Love my Rail but would get a 150 29er in a heartbeat

@tonybasoni8443

2 жыл бұрын

@@theshredneck7296 ,....Yea me too. I spoke with the Revel guys at the Sedona MTB festival a few weeks ago and asked them about this and was told that they have nothing in the works.

Knolly Chilcotin; 151 setup with the coil.

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Rad bike!

Norco range is an awesome bike

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

Such a crusher! Honestly, if I didn’t have a downhill bike I would probably already have this one on order. For what I’m looking for right now, I’d likely go with a Sight.

Is it an XL cause you have a buyer

@SemiSendy

2 жыл бұрын

It's a large.