Great videos. Do you have any videos explaining how to wash and maintain a carbon bike? I just recently purchased a stumpjumper comp. It’s my first carbon frame and I want to know the best way to clean it and service it. Any tips would be helpful. Thanks, Clint.

Clint: I notice that the GoPro looks more “saturated” in the color (the greens are hyper green and the browns are hyper brown). Couldn’t you feasibly edit the DJI to be more saturated and look as colorful or is that impossible? I’ve had GoPro’s but got frustrated when they would freeze on me (had to remove and replace the battery to fix it) went with DJI for reliability but GoPro footage looks better.

For those of us who have been on full suspension for 20 to 30 years and were ready to go back to a simple hardtail the 27.5 x 3.00 tires on a wide rim make going back to the old days better than they ever were. Everything you used to love about a hardtail but with a single chainring and all the wonderful things that go with that, and big fat grippy tires which is what we all got into mountain biking for in the first place. I am very sorry to hear that 27.5 is less popular than 29 (with the bike companies), I like 27.5 better than 29. I have nothing against the 2.6 width that has gotten so popular but I prefer 2.8 and 3.0 tires. A mullet bike with a 27.5 rear tire and a 29 front tire is a great combination and I hope that trend expands.

The only video that solved my problem! Expanded brake fluid and problems to fit in new brake pads. Thank you!!!

This totally demystifies the brake bleeding process for Shimano for me. I agree that it seems redundant to use the syringe and then do a gravity bleed, but maybe it's just a more through way to make sure that the caliper, the line, and the lever, are totally full of fluid. I was starting off with new XTR brakes but I had to trim the lines, hence the need to bleed. I've seen other bleed videos that recommend drawing out old, dirty fluid through the caliper bleed port using the syringe so you don't pump dirty fluid up through the system. That makes sense to me, too. Mineral oil is one reason I use Shimano over SRAM. The other is simply consistency across three bikes that use hydraulic disc brakes.

Hey Clint, great video. Iv watch it a couple of times as lm thinking about buying a stumpy or smuggler. I ride some of the same FL trails as you(Croom). Doubt I would get to the mts. much if at all. Got to test ride both but still just not sure on which one. Any help/ thoughts??

I own a RIP 9 from 2017 in orange with 160mm in the front and 150mm in the rear. I built it up the frame 2 years ago. I love the ride. It´s perfect for all around trail riding and light enough for steep uphills. And for me it´s stiff enough even without the rib cage, which I think doesn´t look very pleasant for the eye. It´s just a shame that Niner is almost unknown here in Germany. I´m an exotic which I kinda like. So thanks for this review of a bike brand, which still is under the radar over here in ole Europe. Greets Michael

great video, great information thanks!

bought a scott scale 960 and quickly noticed that it wasnt the best decision for my riding (mostly city, rarely off road) so i ended up putting 45mm narrow tires on it, shortened my handlebars and added some comfy grips. Its alright i suppose but kinda having a buyers remorse now

Can someone help me when I charge my battery no light even turns on just the blue light on the side indicating that there’s electricity

I think i may have missed something in the video but i ll say it anyway if that is useful to anyone. The chest strap/mount itself plays an important role in the stabilisation. Same jitter happens with my gopro on hypersmooth and it s due to the camera bouncing on the chest. I m not using the official chesty and it seems designed in such a way that it would reduce the bounce. When you put the camera on a chin mount then it s perfect. Personally i think the higher stabilisation setting are not suitable for mtb regardless of crop, they smooth too much out. Thanks for the video.

Bike prices are dropping

Good vid sir

Great video.. the reason 01 and the climb feeling is all what I need to continue riding my “normal” mountain bike for ever. 👍👍

Hey Clint, thanks for your honest opinion on the Action 5. When I was looking at your footage, especially the stabilazation test at 2:33 my first impression was/is, that there was no stabilization active at all, because the image was jumping all over the place. That was kind of strange. Also I don't have the feeling that the FOV gets to narrow when set to RockStady (which is what I use). I am using the Action 4 & 5 and I don't have any issues at all with stabilization, no matter if I mount it to the chin bar of my helmet or on the chest mount (I use the stuntman chestmount). You can have a look at my latest comparison between the Action 4&5 on my channel if you like kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZecfZWeqrF8aLs ... I totally agree with you, the wireless connection of the mic2 (and the new Mic Mini) is a game changer. The new firmware even allows for two mics to be connected at the same time.

Alongside of other videos of yours, With that video now you covered 3 of the best action cameras for mtb and vlogging so far in the market. Go pro 13, dji action 5 and insta360 x4. Somehow colour gram keep me away from dji. For mtb and vlog which is the best ?

Typically, the jitter effect kicks in because either the shutter is too slow or ISO too high. Try 1/200s or faster and ISO limited to 1600 (or lower).

I really appreciate how detailed and candid your reviews are, Clint! Your insights always help me make better decisions when choosing gear! 👍

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I want this for road and recreation but it's not for that 😂 it would be a selfish decision to ride in public with a light of this magnitude

We are tired of seeing prices go up every year while quality goes down. Add to that the sweatshop controversy and it's easy to go to other more affordable brands. As you said, kislux really popular

Literally watching this because my 2024 spur is having the same issues

In order to seal the brass olive has to deform. If you don't deform it like a madman the first time you could reuse it for a second time. Just make sure that it deforms further. 5 Nm is too much for the first time. At that torque it is crushed way too much to be able to use the olive for a second time. It is just like pluming. It has not deform much to seal the first time.

The DJI is an wider FOV , over gopro, been that way. the FOV boost lens switch is to be used with Optional lens that cost 59.99, as we learn the camera you'll notice differences over each one. I agree but Gopro has its gremlin of issues, I may go back to a GoPro Hero 14 if they up the Sensor size from 1.1/9th to 1.1/3rd I do love the gopro color profile as I own gopros as well. DJI subject tracking is what I like and its night low light, I up the shutter speed 1/200th-8000 to get he jitters away. excellent talk and demo. (liked) biggest bummer is the Lens DJI now uses and were told to find a better one, you'll notice lens flaring is the killer for DJI

Modify your bike components make you fast too Facts!

Garmin 8 on your wrist?

I respect that you did this to give it a go, but regardless of the differing skillset needed, Ill never look at ebike racing as the same level of demand as analog bike racing. If its fun to some, go for it. This is coming from someone who rides an ebike alot, but mainly so I can cover 4x more distance (see more of the sights) on any given ride with the same level of exertion. Those guys were flying though huh, gheez.

I do not get those shakes on my videos in bright light. May be its because the trails were in the shade. But yeah in your videos gopro stabilization was better.

The feeling of lightness and nimbleness that comes with a good XC MTB is one of the joys I get out out of the sport. I wouldn't want a heavy E-bike. My Cervelo ZFS-5 (similar to a Santa Cruz Blur) feels so light going up hill, I already feel like I'm getting some kind of pedal assist. I'm glad I came of age at a time when there were no EMTBs because it forced me to endure the often challenging and gut-churning conditioning that comes with building up a set of legs and lungs to ride a real MTB uphill.

Does gopro still overheat and loose footage still or decide it just doesn't want to work? I haven't really heard that about other action cams. I had and older model of the gopro and it would do that. Unless gopro has fix that problem completely it's and absolute no for me. I'm not saying I buy a dji.

Spot on go pro video better dji audio a bit better.

I agree GoPro stabilization is best. Appreciate your honest unbiased thoughts as always.

Clint you just dropped a ton of what I love about your channel in this video, wow! This is tough! Starting with audio. Both the DJI mic, built in, and GoPro all sound great, the Wireless DJI has the edge for voice, and oddly enough I thought it sounded incredible on one of your latest videos. One thing I did not realize was the fullness with the built in mics, foam screen on, it sounds fuller, and the stereo spread is more apparent. Do you EQ any of the bike audio? If you don't, then the DJI wireless sounds more, bandwith EQ focused on the voice, and the built in, just big, full, and controlled with the foam. The GoPro seems to be the faster way, less time in post to a great result, the DJI seems like a slower result with more time in post for a superior result. This really is something I will be rewatching many times, I hope you do some more like this, those mic videos back a few years ago were the best to date on the topic, this just adds on to it, thanks for sharing this, and you really did a great job I can't shut up about,!

GoPro - the comparison of stabilization says it all. Audio is great but the shaking is rough.

For the FOV boost option you need to buy the new lens when available it gives a 182 degrees. There are a few test online and looks decent but it’s all extra $

GoPro has overall better picture and the audio was fine however the external mic with the DJI was much better audio.

I always shoot in D-Log M and color grade in post. It's more fun that way. Also DJI announced their FOV Boost lens but it's not available yet. Let's hope this allows for the widest possible view with the best stabilization.

I have never trusted DJI their app is basically spyware on your phone thst you are forced to register with.

GoPro is so shit that it almost makes me wonder how they stay afloat ?

getting my first tubeless ready bike by spring, still riding a 2014 giant talon until then. 2022 Giant reign 29 SX, will be the bike and my first over 1k bike.

I love being in the woods. On bike, kayak or on foot. My mind is most clear(enough to pray) when trail running.

Size medium , 375mm reach : why?

Just bought this used and my Ibis Ripley rocked out of the tray and bike was dragging on the handlebars and ruined the grips,bars,seat and stem and I was only going slow and did exactly what you mentioned. Tires do not fit securely in mounts and top bar

I just bought the Dji action 5 pro as my first action camera because it pairs perfectly with the mini microphone and I’m getting the Dji pocket 3 in the future also

Wow, you are extremely skilled at giving thorough and pertinent explanations and directions. Thanks for this video, it is exactly what I needed.

Thank you for the detailed explanation!!

Is Niner out of business? They have no bikes available

This is a stupid comparison. These bikes are not mutually exclusive.Each one serves a purpose and I have each type . I haven't endured like for bike parks.I have a trail Bike , And I have an e bike For long mountain climbs. For long single tracks.I like my analog bike. Because I don't wanna ride a heavy e bike. For bike parks. I like my enduro bike which has long travel And low bottom bracket For stability. So each bike serves its purpose. Just like I would not take a roadback down as steep Jenky Downhill

Just be thankful people have made up reasons for ebikes not be in certain places or they would out number analog bikes. All of europe have determined that ebikes dont harm anything or are more dangerous than a regular bike.

The best and honest review i have ever watched! Thanks