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  • @user-rj9ui3sz8u
    @user-rj9ui3sz8u Жыл бұрын

    Im curious and think we all could learn a lot about sizing if you tested a medium Roscoe too.

  • @sz1341

    @sz1341

    Жыл бұрын

    Medium Roscoe frame please

  • @99cobra2881

    @99cobra2881

    Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely get the medium.

  • @rider65

    @rider65

    Жыл бұрын

    Really? You'll know more about sizing when someone ELSE rides a bike! 🙄🤣🤢🤮

  • @Fun_Health_MTB

    @Fun_Health_MTB

    10 ай бұрын

    I have the medium, and love it, and I think it makes a world of difference vs the M/L...455mm to 440mm reach. I would really like to see what you think about medium - try it.

  • @wanderlust...H

    @wanderlust...H

    6 ай бұрын

    ​@Fun_Health_MTB I'm 511. I ride the Trek Marlin 5 3rd gen in a large size. Is that the correct size for me? I'm pretty comfortable while riding it though.

  • @geoves
    @geoves4 ай бұрын

    11:36 Whos still waiting on the size medium test, 7 months later?

  • @mxfreek09

    @mxfreek09

    23 күн бұрын

    I was waiting patiently for it, ended up buying a roscoe frame and built it up with a fox 34 fork, hunt trailwide wheels, and full deore drive train. It is a really fun bike to ride, I actually prefer it over my full suspension currently. Super stable and it climbs way better than I could have imagined. Ive even raced it in my last two xc races, back to back 3rd place in class finishes on it.

  • @ortega9115
    @ortega9115 Жыл бұрын

    I would love to see a medium roscoe, but for next week do the banshee! Hardtail party foreverrr

  • @mushijoe

    @mushijoe

    Жыл бұрын

    Just finished building a Paradox v3 and loooooove that frame

  • @ortega9115

    @ortega9115

    Жыл бұрын

    @@mushijoe nice, due to my budget tho i have a stock roscoe 7. Upgrades soon though, first thing is the brakes as i am 240 pounds and the little ol 2 pots are not liking downhills lmao

  • @tbroadbridge2k23
    @tbroadbridge2k23 Жыл бұрын

    As a Roscoe owner I think you should for sure see what a medium frame is like

  • @Jose-sy1je

    @Jose-sy1je

    3 ай бұрын

    What Roscoe do you own?

  • @DaftProxy
    @DaftProxy Жыл бұрын

    A medium roscoe comparison would be incredible, I like your theory and would love to see if it holds up testing a shorter frame with identical geo

  • @jackmast6983
    @jackmast6983 Жыл бұрын

    I think the roscoe deserves a redo in the medium, a lot of the areas it lost points were when you mentioned it being too long

  • @Ivan-ek2cu
    @Ivan-ek2cu Жыл бұрын

    yes of course, you should try the M size because it would give us an idea of how changing sizes changes the characteristics and the feel

  • @ozzyontherocks
    @ozzyontherocks Жыл бұрын

    Had a 2020 Roscoe 8 for 3 years and loved it. Never stopped me from riding any kind of terrain. I have now moved on from hardtails and picking up an ebike next week 🤙

  • @mondonalex
    @mondonalex Жыл бұрын

    I love this series, can we expect to see a Canyon Stoic on the list? It's phenomenal.

  • @GokkunGuru

    @GokkunGuru

    Жыл бұрын

    Hardtail Party review the Stoic and didn’t like it. But that’s just him.

  • @Brosef336

    @Brosef336

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GokkunGuruHardtail Party is very picky with his hard tails. I remember when I was considering buying a Commencal Meta HT and found his video completely bashing on the bike. I still bought the bike and I love it!

  • @Natethegreat2020

    @Natethegreat2020

    Жыл бұрын

    YES please get a stoic!

  • @frotto

    @frotto

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@Brosef336that happens when you have access to a wide variety of titanium and steel bikes from boutique brands (and that cost over 4,000 bucks)

  • @jordanoliveto5863

    @jordanoliveto5863

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Brosef336he loved the Roscoe 9 lol

  • @raulhurtado3247
    @raulhurtado3247 Жыл бұрын

    Wishing to see you trying and reviewing Canyon Stoic

  • @RABmbls
    @RABmbls Жыл бұрын

    I love these episode of hardtail quest! I bet this is the most in-demand by subscribers. 😊

  • @keosoutdooradventures
    @keosoutdooradventures Жыл бұрын

    Loving the series! Interested in seeing the Paradox vs RSD!

  • @TeroOhranen
    @TeroOhranen Жыл бұрын

    The most awaited video of the week! 🙌 Here in Finland I see *a lot* of Treks, but I’ve never had a thing for them. Anyway, I think the Medium Roscoe would be apples to apples.

  • @mtbguy10

    @mtbguy10

    Жыл бұрын

    Itekki Suomesta ja oon samaa mieltä

  • @michaelrieser9928

    @michaelrieser9928

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes the geo numbers would be so close that there would be no amazing ride difference. I think the bike has a lot of good reviews. I think it just doesn’t jive with him.

  • @buddy7136
    @buddy7136 Жыл бұрын

    I'm 5'8" and chose the medium frame for my Roscoe 9. I changed the stem for a slightly longer one (35mm i believe) because the reach felt short when out of the saddle. I don't have experience across multiple bikes but I love my roscoe. I don't regret sizing down.

  • @topspot4834

    @topspot4834

    Жыл бұрын

    You're probably thinking of 35mm (vs 31.8) which is the stem diameter and doesn't add length to your reach. It's probably in the 50-70mm range. And size medium at 5'8 sounds perfect with today's geometry. A large would be pretty big, but it depends on your proportions ... Like I'm 5'8 too but you might have longer arms, or maybe I have shorter legs. I ride a medium Mach 6 but my friend has a large Firebird and it felt gigantic.

  • @bryanmiller5692

    @bryanmiller5692

    Жыл бұрын

    @@topspot4834the stem comes 35mm long not handle bar width

  • @buddy7136

    @buddy7136

    Жыл бұрын

    @topspot4834 you're spot on. I measured both stems the original and the one I replaced with. Original is 45mm. The new one is 60mm with a little rise to it. By Trek's size chart medium tops out at 5' 9" and medium/large starts at 5'8" putting me between the sizes.

  • @ponchochon
    @ponchochon Жыл бұрын

    I was waiting for this video, I’m so excited! And I love to see Matty active mentioned in the video !

  • @wernerschodts8839
    @wernerschodts8839 Жыл бұрын

    Loving this series !! I bought a Rosco 9 L !! It drives great, I love it

  • @Natethegreat2020
    @Natethegreat2020 Жыл бұрын

    I was EXTREMELY surprised with your ratings, but its all about what you like. I’m 5”10ish and with a large Roscoe 7 and It feels perfect! I haven’t tried any other brands because they haven’t stood out any. I’m on my 2nd Trek Hardtail and I’m loving it! I look forward to supporting you till the end. Have a great day Evan!

  • @noahhall1270

    @noahhall1270

    8 ай бұрын

    lol

  • @evanl889

    @evanl889

    4 ай бұрын

    The Roscoe is garbage. People only buy it because they are trek.

  • @zeedroid2267
    @zeedroid2267 Жыл бұрын

    Good idea getting the M and re doing the test. I agree with the size comparison making the bike feel " Too long". I think this sizing may be for shorter torso longer arms. Or something like that. I have a feeling the M will be completely different.

  • @baum479
    @baum479 Жыл бұрын

    Man, these vids are fire❤️‍🔥 I'd love to see you testing the Commencal Meta HT

  • @XavierPech-oz7gc
    @XavierPech-oz7gc Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video! That black frame looks great with the Pike and the eewings

  • @robbwilliams7885
    @robbwilliams7885 Жыл бұрын

    Def gotta give the Roscoe another try with the medium frame.

  • @coreybeck7148

    @coreybeck7148

    Жыл бұрын

    I am slightly taller then 5 foot 8 inches and went with a medium. Interested to see what your score is on the medium frame.

  • @yoshi_wrld4892

    @yoshi_wrld4892

    Жыл бұрын

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  • @kylelongstaff

    @kylelongstaff

    11 ай бұрын

    @@coreybeck7148 I'm 5'11-6ft on a good day and I need a medium roscoe... My friend has a large and it just kills my wrists and neck from reaching so much. But then again its really made for standing up and descending. I was doing cross country with it and i almost died. If i tested it on DH runs maybe I would have different opinion.

  • @dakhemyst

    @dakhemyst

    10 ай бұрын

    Agreed. I have a Roscoe, and it's one of the best riding hard tails I've ridden to date.

  • @LandoBlank
    @LandoBlank Жыл бұрын

    I’d love to see another video with a medium frame, i’m in the middle of a large and love my Roscoe 7. Proper sizing matters!

  • @michaelrieser9928

    @michaelrieser9928

    Жыл бұрын

    How long did you live with the xr4 tires. If you changed them, what are you running now or what would you try?

  • @thosis7230
    @thosis7230 Жыл бұрын

    Loving this series!! Please keep it going!

  • @stursby
    @stursby Жыл бұрын

    I own a Paradox and love it. Hope you review that one next!

  • @nickbrinckerhoff6320
    @nickbrinckerhoff6320 Жыл бұрын

    Evan the hardtail series is top notch my man! (even though i currently dont own one! I gotta fuel ex gen 6) From a Motocross racer and fellow Eli Tomac fan, keep kicking ass!

  • @EvansMTBSaga

    @EvansMTBSaga

    Жыл бұрын

    Tomac is coming back!! Thanks Nick!

  • @gravelben
    @gravelben11 ай бұрын

    A thought on your observations of sizing vs compliance - the different riding position of a longer or shorter bike may cause you to load the front more or less, meaning you shouldn't necessarily keep the same fork pressure etc across different bikes. It sounded like you kept the same fork settings, but adjusting pressure to give the same sag % on each bike might be a fairer comparison than keeping the same pressure. Interesting to see the comparison and how you find each bike anyway!

  • @terryjones7778
    @terryjones7778 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the testing I'm in the middle of buying a new hardtail at the moment and this id really helping me narrow them down ..

  • @Lars3
    @Lars3 Жыл бұрын

    Oh yeah you're testing a Paradox! I can't wait to see that one. Such a cool bike

  • @kz1000guy1
    @kz1000guy1 Жыл бұрын

    I'm 5'10" on the medium/large. Seems to work good for me. It would be good to see the test again in the medium. I'd like to see the compliance comparison with other hardtails.

  • @philthyphil3324

    @philthyphil3324

    Ай бұрын

    I'm 5'10" also, don't have a roscoe but my x caliber in m/l felt too big, I shortened the stem by 20mm and it feels about right now.

  • @marie7826
    @marie7826 Жыл бұрын

    I'd love to see your insight on the M Roscoe! Half heart looking into it and hopefully this will help me with deciding!

  • @michaelrieser9928

    @michaelrieser9928

    Жыл бұрын

    The 8 is a great value. Just needs alittle better fork over time. Same with the 7. Needs better brakes on this one to. You could change the frame in time and use these parts. You can try every size in the store, that is valuable. Tires are great if you have a ski lift. Flat stuff 2.6 tires are work to pedal. I’m getting some muscle tone though. Maxxis dissector 2.4 that’s my two cents

  • @iyo93

    @iyo93

    Жыл бұрын

    Get it. I have the 9 and it’s the best bike i’ve ever had. Prefer it more than a full sus! Just because it’s so much fun

  • @mellissanash7517
    @mellissanash7517 Жыл бұрын

    I think the stiffness can be counteracted with the wider 2.6 tires that come with the bike from the factory. I see them all the time with the massive 2.6 and even 2.8 up front, which looks like it can roll over everything. But, I could be totally off. Canfield would be neat to review next.

  • @ziadabdul-nour5135

    @ziadabdul-nour5135

    Жыл бұрын

    The 29x2.6 definitely makes a huge difference. The Roscoe will also fit 29x3.0 on 36mm inner width rims

  • @Fun_Health_MTB

    @Fun_Health_MTB

    10 ай бұрын

    I really like your point, I have only ridden my Roscoe with the stock 2.6 tires. Living in AZ, trails are full of cobble and chunk and it rolls over everything.

  • @IamR3D88
    @IamR3D88 Жыл бұрын

    My vote is for medium as well! Seems you really liked it besides it being a bit large for you, maybe that will help

  • @Earcher66
    @Earcher66 Жыл бұрын

    I hope you do the canyon stoic, Canyon’s internal/external hybrid routing makes swapping parts a breeze!

  • @Jose-sy1je

    @Jose-sy1je

    3 ай бұрын

    I'm looking for a bike and am willing to go a little beyond 1k if I can get something good. Do you have any recommendation?

  • @Gremlinalizacja
    @Gremlinalizacja Жыл бұрын

    You should try GT Zaskar LT, great bike with very unique rear triangle design 😃

  • @lightningshredder5605
    @lightningshredder5605 Жыл бұрын

    Hey Alan what a great quest you are on thanks for bringing us along! My take on size and compliance is that with longer reach you weight the front more and thus the rear less. Thats why you struggle with control in the chunk and get bucked around and the hands get to take the hits instead of the legs like normal. You should try a -1 degree angle headset!

  • @Tman2022
    @Tman2022 Жыл бұрын

    I would be really interested in seeing another review with a medium frame, just to see how much sizing impacts the score. I ride a trek roscoe 7 and I love it, but everyone's different! Would be interesting to know if the fit was the problem, or if the geometry is contributing to the problems you faced.

  • @theschwartzart5317
    @theschwartzart5317 Жыл бұрын

    I have a roscoe and at 6'3 I fell between the L and XL. I went smaller and did not regret it. Go for that true medium, I want to see the comparison between that m/l and the m.

  • @Channel-io1di

    @Channel-io1di

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm 6'2" and I got the XL and don't regret it either. The reach is a little long but it feels good climbing. I prolly would have gotten the L if they had it in the same color. But ya, either will work ok.

  • @Jose-sy1je

    @Jose-sy1je

    3 ай бұрын

    What Roscoe do you have and what's the difference between the Roscoes?

  • @the_mtbrider
    @the_mtbrider Жыл бұрын

    loving this series, I'll vote for the RSD Middle Child to try next. I hope you will also try GT Zaskar LT.

  • @andrewcoyle4593
    @andrewcoyle4593 Жыл бұрын

    I appreciate your input and videos. TY!

  • @TerraVFX
    @TerraVFX Жыл бұрын

    i upgraded my trek roscoe 2021 with a 130mm 51mm rockshox pike and its ready for a possible mullet conversion, its by far my fav bike

  • @nhguapo
    @nhguapo Жыл бұрын

    I think you should definitely compare apples to apples. Try the medium Roscoe! Next week I'd like to see the Middle Child.

  • @lastnamefirstname7652
    @lastnamefirstname7652 Жыл бұрын

    Definitely test the Roscoe in a medium size frame. It would be very interesting to what difference , if any, you would feel.

  • @brianferrell7554
    @brianferrell7554 Жыл бұрын

    Love the concept of your series. Before buying another expensive frame though, honestly I bet it will feel way better all around if you re-run your test with the tire and suspension recommendations from Trek's website (2.6" or so tires, 20 psi). That should greatly improve most of your issues on the singletrack (compliance, rock garden, front wheel chatter, cornering, "feeling like a goon"). Honestly, with the cushcore and thinner tires in your setup vs the 2.6" stock/20 psi, it should ride and feel way better at 16 - 18 psi and maybe you can save the $750 cost of another frame !

  • @unphasemc
    @unphasemc Жыл бұрын

    I've got the Roscoe 8 in a large and it's the best hardtail I've ever ridden. I'd love to see you ride the medium

  • @Lyzarr
    @Lyzarr Жыл бұрын

    I would be very interested in a test of the Roscoe in medium size to see if your hunch is correct. Also a test of the Marin Team Marin would be very interesting. It should have a very good comliance and fits wonderfully into the previous selection.

  • @marcstolk6682

    @marcstolk6682

    Жыл бұрын

    that frame would break on the 1st jump. Wrong bike for this test IMHO.

  • @mcndjxlefnd

    @mcndjxlefnd

    Жыл бұрын

    @@marcstolk6682 I'm curious what makes you say that. Not that I agree/disagree.

  • @marcstolk6682

    @marcstolk6682

    Жыл бұрын

    @@mcndjxlefnd not for what's designed for. It's a downcountry XC bike. They have a history of cracking at the seat stays as it is... sure, they've updated the frame with a gusset but that's to stop it cracking under a Cat 3 riding conditions. Sending it like a "Trail" HT is asking for brakage.. and I like the Team Marin.

  • @felixgenest2367
    @felixgenest2367 Жыл бұрын

    Any roscoe owner here 🖐️? (Bonus point if you have the matte black frame)

  • @janickschenkjespersen

    @janickschenkjespersen

    Жыл бұрын

    🤝👋👏

  • @owendanielson2609

    @owendanielson2609

    Жыл бұрын

    No, the teal roscoe 7 is the best

  • @WheelieMedia

    @WheelieMedia

    Жыл бұрын

    Me It was my first real mtb and it is awesome I still ride it sometimes

  • @ortega9115

    @ortega9115

    Жыл бұрын

    I have the teal and rainbow

  • @ortega9115

    @ortega9115

    Жыл бұрын

    @@owendanielson2609yes

  • @dylanholshouser9969
    @dylanholshouser9969 Жыл бұрын

    Definitely try the medium. I would love to see how it compares.

  • @joshdesj
    @joshdesj Жыл бұрын

    Those are all 3 great options for future tests… looking forward to seeing it!

  • @_SAUBER_
    @_SAUBER_ Жыл бұрын

    I have a Roscoe 7 but in XL. I was most surprised by the chunk rating because it feels REALLY smooth on the roscoe compared to my old specialized and Diamondback.

  • @JohnC686

    @JohnC686

    Жыл бұрын

    I agree. I have a Roscoe 9 and it is really smooth (for a hardtail) as long as I guide the bike where I want it vs fighting with it.

  • @ThunderStruckMTB
    @ThunderStruckMTB Жыл бұрын

    The Santa Cruz Chameleon is patiently waiting to join the chat...

  • @ignatiusrobinson
    @ignatiusrobinson Жыл бұрын

    im about 5'9 and i ride an older roscoe in size large. the older version had 27.5" tires and 20mm less travel, but i do think it is a bit too large for me. I think you should definitely try a medium to give the roscoe a fair shot

  • @madmikemtb105
    @madmikemtb105 Жыл бұрын

    Great job! Super fun videos to watch. Definitely love hard tail bikes.

  • @liamhemmings9387
    @liamhemmings9387 Жыл бұрын

    Medium large means you have a medium size frame but it still comes with a 29" wheel for most brands

  • @eugene44569

    @eugene44569

    Жыл бұрын

    On the roscoe everything is 29x2.5 so not relevant here

  • @kingofleon8800
    @kingofleon8800 Жыл бұрын

    You should redo the test with a right sized frame.

  • @michiganstate149

    @michiganstate149

    Жыл бұрын

    There is no "right sized" frame

  • @danne941
    @danne941 Жыл бұрын

    Give it another shot with the right sized frame! Thanks for the content.

  • @glen3509
    @glen3509 Жыл бұрын

    I'm still riding a Trek 4300 I bought back in 2007. I put M770 and M772 Shimano XT components, Thomson Elite stem and post, and a Chris King headset🤘🤘

  • @bburnsey
    @bburnsey Жыл бұрын

    I have a Roscoe 8, 2023. I'm 6'2, 225 lbs. I had been riding an XL hardtail, and really thought that would be the correct size. Sales person suggested a large. I was hesitant, but I took out the large and rode it around for a bit. I bought the large. Fabulous bike, I ride a mix of cross country and trail and couldn't be happier. Trek has held the price at $1499 since early spring. After shopping many bikes, the Roscoe was easily the best value and component build.

  • @Natethegreat2020
    @Natethegreat2020 Жыл бұрын

    I’ve been waiting for this for my entire life!!!

  • @ripapa6355
    @ripapa635510 ай бұрын

    Before buying my last bike, it came down to the Roscoe and the Orbea Laufey. I got the Laufey (better frame IMO). Absolute beauty of a bike. It likes to go fast, super responsive in the corners and loves to charge through chunk. Climbs well, up until it gets pretty steep, then the front tire just levitates off the ground. I use it alot at the downhill park and it's awesome! It loves to go downhill, over drops, blasts through rock gardens like a champ. It's my aggressive enduro hardtail ;)

  • @quinnlee9759
    @quinnlee9759 Жыл бұрын

    I had a 2019 M/L Roscoe 7, I personally really liked (as a 13 y/o). The dropper was really nice and had no problems, internal routing for cables was very nice. I used it for 2 years 1/2 years with minimal issues overall. A good bike to learn on but I wish it wasn’t a 27.5+ bike. Overall a good bike for 1200 at the time, but could have gotten more for the money

  • @spyder027

    @spyder027

    Жыл бұрын

    I have a Roscoe 6 but I upgraded it to above a 7 I put $1.5k into it but I just cracked the frame last month. Im getting a new one on warranty but its delayed. I’ve had a lot of issues with my dropper maybe the 7 has a better one

  • @CodyMTB_
    @CodyMTB_ Жыл бұрын

    Evan, this series is seriously one of the most interesting series I’ve found…. Seriously it’s pretty awesome and I appreciate it. I’m a hard core Hard tail guy mainly due to finances but I really do enjoy it. I’m very surprised on the feed back each bike has after each test. I would love to see a Rocky Mountain Growler test. I’m very curious to see what you and other people think of it, I’m extremely happy with it. Anyways thx for all the awesome content, i really appreciate it, thank you.

  • @EvansMTBSaga

    @EvansMTBSaga

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Cody! I love the feedback. And good news, I have a Rocky MTN Growler in my possession. I will be testing it in episode 5

  • @yoshi_wrld4892

    @yoshi_wrld4892

    Жыл бұрын

    Repent of sin and Trust in Jesus! John 14:6 6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. Matthew 7:13-23 13 Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: 14 Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. 15 Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. 16 Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles? 17 Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit. 18 A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. 19 Every tree that bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire. 20 Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them. 21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? 23 And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity. John 3:16-21 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. 18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. 19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. 20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. 21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God. -

  • @RenoDiamondGolfer
    @RenoDiamondGolfer Жыл бұрын

    100% the yeti to try next. The editing and the quality just astound me every episode. Just is getting better

  • @EvansMTBSaga

    @EvansMTBSaga

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Smokey! The Yeti Arc is definitely on my radar, but I plan on doing that for season 3: carbon & ti

  • @jondachs4064
    @jondachs4064 Жыл бұрын

    Yep, try the medium - has 440 reach which you like on the Nukeproof so maybe that’s your number. I have a medium Roscoe 9 and so far it’s my favorite bike I’ve ever had - looking forward to your Paradox review cuz that was my other choice but test rides are difficult for that one.

  • @rcobsesssed
    @rcobsesssed Жыл бұрын

    Great series, thanks!

  • @leedellow5424
    @leedellow5424 Жыл бұрын

    I did exactly the same and got an M/L.. I'm 5'8 and I've been kicking myself ever since. I did put short bars on and also a 30mm stem which made it better but would LOVE to know what the M is like.

  • @neova2
    @neova2 Жыл бұрын

    My Roscoe came stock with mid fat 27.5+ x 35mm rim on 2.8" wide tires. When I swapped narrower 2.5/2.6 tires on it felt rough. Perhaps retest the roscoe with a medium frame and 2.8 tires on 35mm rim?

  • @marquesjohnson1069
    @marquesjohnson1069 Жыл бұрын

    I'm 5'10" on a M/L Roscoe 9 and sometimes I feel cramped...I'd love to see how the two compare. Great series, keep it coming!

  • @johnnyrocket1320

    @johnnyrocket1320

    Жыл бұрын

    I agree. I ended up going with a 60mm stem and it transformed the feel . I would experiment with more stem

  • @andywmoffat

    @andywmoffat

    Жыл бұрын

    I feel similar, feels like my ass is hanging off the back of the seat?? I've pushed my seat back to help.

  • @marquesjohnson1069

    @marquesjohnson1069

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@johnnyrocket1320 I'll have to look into that, thanks for the suggestion.

  • @marquesjohnson1069

    @marquesjohnson1069

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@andywmoffat same here, I moved the seat back and it helped a little. Either way it's a fun ride.

  • @coreybeck7148
    @coreybeck7148 Жыл бұрын

    Lets get that medium frame! Thanks for the content!

  • @colbybirrell
    @colbybirrell Жыл бұрын

    I would love to see the medium Roscoe tested as well, keeps it fair, and would put the size/compliance theory to the test too.

  • @wyattandsydney6087
    @wyattandsydney6087 Жыл бұрын

    It would be great to see how the medium frame stacks up. I currently ride an XL but I think I would enjoy an L more for the type of riding I do (I’m 6’2”) So Are you going to try out a Giant Fathom? I like that bike on paper for the price but haven’t seen many tests comparing it to others.

  • @Felix-mr1vs
    @Felix-mr1vs Жыл бұрын

    Yessir please do the comparison with an M sized one. Many of us are regularly in between sizes and it's not easy to pick the right one in those cases. Would be very interested to see how much impact size has on your perception of it. I only ever got the chance to compare sizes properly back 2 back with YT Jeffsy's and Izzo's at their store in Germany. Size made a HUGE change there. Oh and regarding the next reviews - looks like you have a great selection at hand! Have you considered including the Banshee Enigma (maybe as a mullet)? Apart from the chunk I think that one could suit your flowy bike park alike terrain really well.Tough to compare a mullet/27.5er with only 29ers though...

  • @tomandhistruck
    @tomandhistruck10 ай бұрын

    Test a medium. I'm 5'11" and the L has been super smooth for me. It is a great "All'rounder" - I would never accuse this bike at being great at most things other than being a little better than "just okay" at everything. Definitely fun to ride as a beginner.

  • @jeffperillo1
    @jeffperillo1 Жыл бұрын

    I too would love to see how sizing affects your enjoyment of the bike. I ride a M (17.5) Trek Stache, but when I went to buy a Fuel Ex the M felt so short and I was talked into a M/L (18.5) size. Sometimes it feels big but I think it’s just because my Stache is smaller and I ride it a lot. Interested in your testing both sizes!

  • @rcturbos
    @rcturbos Жыл бұрын

    Do you setup the suspension on each bike before the test? I feel that would affect your experiencew way more then you think.. And buying a used bike I feel you would almost have to since it was probably setup for the previous rider. 10PSI or 1 volume spacer can make a HUGE difference.

  • @pierceskidmore9806
    @pierceskidmore9806 Жыл бұрын

    Loved seeing the old BMX in you at the start of your ride. I just got a redline and started at my local track. You should make a video integrating bmx racing skills into MTB!

  • @mendyviola
    @mendyviola Жыл бұрын

    I have it’s predecessor, a 2001 Trek 9600. In this day and age it’s considered more of a gravel bike than a mountain bike. I got it new back in the day and still love it. It has never failed on me after 20+ years of hard use. Haven’t had to replace any parts, just general maintenance.

  • @EvansMTBSaga

    @EvansMTBSaga

    Жыл бұрын

    I have a 2007 Trek Madone road bike. It's just like your Trek, never replaced even one part. That's back when trek was still made in USA. Their new stuff is questionable IMO

  • @mikeanderson9977
    @mikeanderson997711 ай бұрын

    how do you like the BERD wheels after riding them for awhile? planning my dream wheelset and leaning towards onyx hubs, we are one rims, and thought BERD spokes would be a rad but pricey addition.

  • @rishi-qt2dz
    @rishi-qt2dz Жыл бұрын

    Need to try a medium Roscoe!! All great bikes coming up!! RSD Middle child is my vote.

  • @wingman12r
    @wingman12r Жыл бұрын

    I was going to recommend the Canfield Yelli Screamy. Glad to see it in the outro. I too came from BMX. Dirt jumping then to ABA racing. The Canfield is the most BMX feeling MTB I've ridden. Goes up well, easy to the the front end up for those manuals, nimble in the corners and comes alive on the down hills. It wants to to be an active rider and push it.

  • @EvansMTBSaga

    @EvansMTBSaga

    Жыл бұрын

    Good ol ABA! Haha. Thanks for the insights. I really like the build and the tubing shape of it. Stands out from the rest. Now you make me excited to try it

  • @BrianAlfordDrummer72
    @BrianAlfordDrummer72 Жыл бұрын

    I made the mistake of getting a 2023 Roscoe 7 in medium large. Rode it for about 2 weeks and swapped it out for the medium. So glad I did! Bike feels great and better fitted to me. PLEASE try a medium frame!!!

  • @epd1584

    @epd1584

    3 ай бұрын

    How tall are you? I am 5'9" in the same boat? THANKS

  • @BrianAlfordDrummer72

    @BrianAlfordDrummer72

    3 ай бұрын

    @@epd1584I’m the same night as you. I feel more comfortable riding the medium frame.

  • @duckey599
    @duckey599 Жыл бұрын

    i have a roscoe 6 2021 size (M) i love it althou when i bought it it came with horrible fork from suntour but after some part replacements it is my favorite bike

  • @ilovebicycles9936
    @ilovebicycles9936 Жыл бұрын

    Cool vid ! Hardtail fan right here

  • @Iggy52
    @Iggy52 Жыл бұрын

    Any chance you could test Kona Honzo? Good job btw, love the channel. 👍

  • @capeljov2666
    @capeljov2666 Жыл бұрын

    I hawe the roscoe 8... i am 187 and it took Large, and it fits me perfect. With 2.6 bontrager tires and low psi it is kinda compliant.

  • @petedog9581
    @petedog9581 Жыл бұрын

    Run a Pike Select 150 w 3 volume spacers. It stopped deflecting and stiffened up. Still ran the same air pressure as with the stock 1 spacer.

  • @ThunderrSeal
    @ThunderrSeal Жыл бұрын

    love the series apreciate it

  • @justingibson8788
    @justingibson878810 ай бұрын

    Ive owned my roscoe 9 for a year, and even after demoing slash 9.7s and turbo levos, i still pefer the feel of my roscoe 9. I run cush core and 20/18 psi and it feels so good with the 2.5 tires i have on it. i also put 35 mm riser bars that help with the stack

  • @pwn3d_d1rt
    @pwn3d_d1rt Жыл бұрын

    Definitely need to retest... Love my Roscoe.... Although I don't ride my hardtail much anymore but my wife still rips it

  • @oliverleibbrandt8067
    @oliverleibbrandt8067 Жыл бұрын

    i have a 2017 scott scale alloy that comes stock with 100mm of travel and tbh it can do anything definitely needs different wheels but rides smooth up and down and over most terrain

  • @coreyganoom7689
    @coreyganoom76898 ай бұрын

    I am 5'9 and ride a medium Roscoe 9. I felt the M/L was too big and after hitting trails, I am happy with the size I picked. I think testing a Medium is a great idea.

  • @ThisGuyRides
    @ThisGuyRides Жыл бұрын

    I'm a bit over 5'10" with M/L Trek Fuel EX, and it feels a bit big for me. Looking forward to you testing a Medium to see if I should have picked M.

  • @adsmel5881
    @adsmel58817 ай бұрын

    Í just went to the trek dealer the other day to pick up some bikes and the website says med for me but I went with a small as it just felt more right and more agile without over reaching same with the Mrs she went for the Xsmall over the small feeling the same thing. I think with Trek bike go the next size down as they size more on the big size and also you can make a small bike a little bigger with stem and seat but you can't make a big bike smaller to the same extent.

  • @AleksanderbigbyTwo
    @AleksanderbigbyTwo Жыл бұрын

    As a Roscoe 7 owner I really like it! everything about it its just so much better. The 12 gears making gear 1 as light as a feather and the dropper post to the suspension it's all so good! The only recommendation is to switch out the grips. I switched to sram grips! ( Maybe the pedals too )

  • @adamhazutubez

    @adamhazutubez

    Жыл бұрын

    fully agree the pedals gotta be swapped :)

  • @Nathan-qt2zi

    @Nathan-qt2zi

    Жыл бұрын

    I didn't even try stock pedals they're still in a box somewhere

  • @AleksanderbigbyTwo

    @AleksanderbigbyTwo

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Nathan-qt2zi well they were just a bit small and flat in my opinion.

  • @g9stuff953
    @g9stuff9533 ай бұрын

    Definetly wanna see this again with the medium roscoe 👍

  • @ken1727
    @ken1727 Жыл бұрын

    I’d love to hear your thoughts on the medium vs medium/large

  • @dougwilde2878
    @dougwilde287810 ай бұрын

    I'd be interested to see the comparison of sizes. been looking at buying a roscoe but I'm concerned i might get the wrong size as normally I'd ride large

  • @pauls3616
    @pauls3616 Жыл бұрын

    I have always been interested in Canfield bikes so I would love to see the Yelli Screamy. Thanks for the videos. Demo days are few where I live and most companies don’t bother bringing hardtails.

  • @adamhazutubez
    @adamhazutubez Жыл бұрын

    I ride a M/L 2022 Roscoe 8, I'm just under 6'0 @ 5'11. I really like my Roscoe- it's just a fun-ass bike to ride. That said, I relate to the sensation of it feeling 'big', as well as that the bars feel a bit wide - i may shorten mine. Lots of people complain about the bars on the internet as well as IRL when I've offered to let people test ride it on trails. I think the larger wheels are what makes it feel so different, but i have a longer torso and shorter legs. Now that I've adapted to it i like it, but i pick different lines that i did when i was on my Marlin because i think it's general agility is lower than the Marlin's, or other 27.5 bikes. The trade off (imo) is that the tires do SO MUCH MORE. It eats obstacles like rocks and roots so well that you dont need to pick careful lines, which makes for a very carefree ride. The low scores are understandable since you're a very advanced rider and i think this bike is kind of built for newer to intermediate riders like me. I hate to admit you might be right about compliance - I still have the stock 35 Gold RL fork, and i feel that it handles everything, but i do have to be mindful of the tuning to not bottom it out. I woud love to see you try the medium (I think Matty Active also rides a medium of this bike) and also on some rockier or sandier trail. I've ridden the R8 in Michigan and Wyoming and it did so well with rocky terrain. Love your reviews! Can't wait to try out a Ragley.

  • @beauharvey8138
    @beauharvey8138 Жыл бұрын

    I would love to see how much sizing effect the ride would love to see the medium roscoe test.

  • @CordlezToaster
    @CordlezToaster Жыл бұрын

    Go a medium roscoe I’m keen to know if you perform better or worse. I have an M/L and would like to know if i should have gone an M

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