2021 Specialized Stumpjumper Test Ride & Review

[@mtbyumyum]

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[@BrianSmith-lq3qh]

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[@mtbyumyum]

Thanks for the feedback Brian. Yeah, I'm not personally familiar w used bike prices but I can tell you, the bike they sent me was in like-new condition... could have passed as a new bike! And the support to me personally and sponsoring these videos is very good for the channel. Thank you for your support too!

[@Jesse_James_]

Hey! I got my bike about a month ago and I absolutely fell in love with it! Before that I had a trek fuel ex 18` and Stumpjumper feels more lively and athletic, surprised by its low weight and rigidity at that weight. It is also the quietest bike I have ever owned. My bike experience is absolutely the same as yours! Thanks for your reviews, I made sure once again that you are doing your job perfectly!

[@mtbyumyum]

Nice, congrats! What a fun bike... and like you said, silent.

[@bike_somm]

Still love thinking back to when I reviewed this bike for the first time this year… I’m not really much of a Specialized fan by any means and this bike shocked me on how lively zippy and fun/ capable it was for 90% of the trails we have here in NorCal! Amazing little ripping bike that feels totally alive.. completely different then the other stumpy’s I’ve tried. Always love your honest reviews! You inspire the best of us to keep it real to our feels

[@mtbyumyum]

100% this bike was a joy to ride! More to discuss in the live Wednesday evening!!!

[@bike_somm]

@@mtbyumyum I’ll try and make time to hang out! Good work Jason 🕺🏻

[@tinshield]

Bike works great in New England too! All I did was set the flip chip to high to get a little more pedal clearance.

[@ehvoslef]

@@tinshield agreed. It is so good on the punchy climbs around here, as well as powering through roots.

[@romand123]

I built up the same frame this season and agree that the 34 gets overwhelmed a little quicker than the rest of the bike. I recently switched out the front suspension with a 150mm lyrik and, to my surprise, the bike really shined and became more of a do it all type rig. I even took it to the bike park and, for the most part, felt like it handled things well. Definitely a special bike!

[@mtbyumyum]

Wow, yeah! That's the direction I'd go if I built one. Thanks for weighing in!

[@romand123]

@@bthomas518 I left it in the low setting and it felt completely fine. At one point I put a RS Super Deluxe Ultimate on it too which made it feel slightly more “stable” at higher speeds. But ultimately it felt a little over damped so I went back to the stock shock because that tune really does play best with the bikes kinematics.

[@superawesomefuntimego]

I bought a 2021 Stumpy Comp Carbon a ways back to serve as my short travel bike. Absolutely love it. So much fun. On fast, flowy or jump trails, the bike absolutely rips. It loves to pump and pop everywhere. I have to run 250psi in the rear to keep from bottoming ( I weigh just over 200 lbs) and It does feel a bit firm, so I've noticed it beats me up a little on fast chunky and rooty trails that have lots of fast repeated hits, but for most trails it is the perfect companion. It really feels like it wants to go fast everywhere, even more so once I dumped the heavy (2300g) stock wheel for something better.

[@mtbyumyum]

Nice! Thank you for weighing in and sharing your experience!

[@Nosibalasi]

How mucb did tou buy it?

[@dcouture79]

Built that frame this year and absolutely love it! Went with a 36 Grip 2 and Reserve wheels and the bike climbs so well and feels awesome on the downhills.

[@didzy9349]

Nice did you go with 140 or 150?

[@dcouture79]

@@didzy9349 I went with 140. Wanted to keep it with the stock travel for the ride quality.

[@mtbyumyum]

Amazing. This is how I would build it if I went w the Stumpy.... Fox 36 or a Pike. did you try it at 150mm ? ?

[@dcouture79]

@@mtbyumyum I haven’t yet. I wanted to run a season on the 140 and really get a feel for it. I may swap it out when I service the lowers. However, I don’t feel like I really need more than 140…

[@tuansmith6339]

@@dcouture79 I went 150mm 36 grip2 👍🏼

[@hardtailparty]

Another fantastic review. Your experience mimics mine. I'm really impressed with what specialized has been doing lately.

[@mtbyumyum]

Thanks Steve. Yeah, such a fun bike for my trails!

[@rekamniar]

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[@mtbyumyum]

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[@mc540flip]

Man I love my 2019 Stumpjumper, but now I want this frame. Great review as always Jason.

[@mtbyumyum]

It's pretty different from the 2019.... depending on your terrain and speed, this could be an awesome bike for you

[@petedog9581]

The alloy Stumpjumpers still have the the four bar Horst link... as well as on the Stumpy EVO's. I have an older Stumpjumper 29er with The Brain on the rear. I run the Fox shock at only 20- 25% sag, and I run the rebound at dead middle of the settings...6 clicks out of 12. The Brain really works on the small bumps and reduces the feel of pedal input. Running higher air pressure really helps to keep the bike firm at the top of the stroke, and keeping the rebound slower doesn't promote bucks and chatter. It makes the stoke more linear than squishy and overly progressive. I ride steep rooty, off camber hiking trails with punchy technical climbs. Not many long downhills or speed runs. That Brain makes the rear wheel track so well and gain traction on almost on any terrain. Also, If the bike had Specialized tires, that may explain your traction comment. I run a Spec Butcher up front, and it is top notch, but I swapped the fast rolling Spec Purgatory rear tire for a Maxxis Minion DHR II. That made the bike a cornering demon. Great content as usual. Everyone seems to love the flex-stays on the rear suspension. I have to get a leg over one of these to compare with 25 years of riding Horst link Specialized bikes.

[@mtbyumyum]

It's pretty different front the high traction horst link... more lively and sporty feeling. For a shorter travel trail bike, it's right up my alley! Still love my Rocky Mountain Altitude smooth link (horst link) for it's incredibly open, controlled and deep feeling though!

[@montechie]

Another great review! The comparison is interesting with the Pivot 429. I had an old Stumpjumper (2016) and switched to a Pivot Trail 429 this year. I like the Horst link suspension on my past Enduros but never cared for it on the shorter travel Stumpie. Never felt that good in any situation. I'm glad Specialized switched it up in their models. The short travel DW link on the 429 feels super supportive when accelerating/climbing and plush (for 120mm) when going over rougher terrain.

[@MrPolaris800crew]

Hello sir, how do you compare this Stumpjumper compared to the YETI SB120? Thanks alot

[@glennmcmullen5192]

I came for the bike review which is great but I was mesmerized by the trails - where in Utah is this?

[@mtbyumyum]

Thanks! Corner Canyon in Draper, Utah. Basically the only requirements for purchasing my house was "can I ride from my front door to these trails?"

[@johnsrc]

Subscribed! Thanks for the review. I have a 2021 Stumpjumper Expert and I also find it challenging to get good traction on the bike. I will play around the dampening like you said.

[@mtbyumyum]

Thanks for the sub! Good luck on the suspension setup.... it's just a matter of time and you'll have it dialed!

[@romand123]

I highly recommend going off the 16mm recommendation in the manual. I usually do the old 30% eyeball measurement but because is the digressive tune on the shock sag is definitely a little more finicky to get dialed

[@didzy9349]

Great video Jason, I’ve been considering this or a transition sentinel, which would recommend as a all rounder on mixed trails? Want a bike that does everything well any thoughts appreciated

[@MTBCoop]

Hey didzy! Where do you live/ what kind of trails do you ride? The Transition will allow you to hit any trails with confidence, but not needed in majority of the country. I’d go with the Stumpy for a do it all bike. You’ll be able to get up/down anything!

[@didzy9349]

@@MTBCoop mixed terrain really a lot of climbing and long days in the saddle, want a bike that’s still very capable on any type of terrain even if it gets mega rough, but also not a pig to climb on all day

[@taylorhadlock532]

@@didzy9349 Easy, Ripmo!!!!!!!

[@mtbyumyum]

I wouldn't recommend the Sentinel to someone wanting an all day climbing bike. It has a very high top end, needs speed to wake up and start having a good time. The Stumpy would be a lot more fun at more typical speeds and will climb all day! Between the two you have the sb130 or 130LR, Rascal, Ripmo and Switchblade that will do slightly better on the chunky days and still climb better than the Sentinel... we can discuss more in the live stream here on Wednesday evening!

[@didzy9349]

@@mtbyumyum awesome thanks man I’m wondering if sticking a 36/lyrik on at 150mm might be a good compromise to get it nearer to sb130/ripmo territory without losing its fun feeling and climbing ability, can’t wait hear the live stream see what your thoughts are

[@tinshield]

I built the same bike a few months ago. It’s pretty impressive.

[@mtbyumyum]

Nice, congrats! For my trails, this bike is about perfect!!

[@gabrielmarias972]

Will be great you review the stumpy Evo and try to compare with ripmo, 130LR..even try the different geometry settings, does unique that bike. Cheers

[@mtbyumyum]

Will do

[@gabrielmarias972]

@@mtbyumyum thanks a lot, cant wait to know how perform on climbs, pedalling eficiency, cornering and weight against competitors:)

[@SmokeytheBeer]

Surprised it doesn't have a Fox 36. I know that some models of the Evo Stumjumper comes with a 38. I would definitely get a bigger fork for the Stumpy non-evo.

[@mtbyumyum]

Bingo. If I end up building one, it will have a pike or fox 36.... might try it at 150mm too!

[@williambreeze2659]

Thanks for the review!

[@dillonlawrence91]

Hey there with your oval chin ring when you’re in your bottom two and top two gears are you experiencing chain contact/rubbing on your chain stay protectors when the bike isn’t under sag? The chain looks super close to the chain stay

[@Sdm07120]

What would the main differences be between the stumpy expert and the yeti sb130? Which one climbs/pedals better and which one is more playful? You said the yeti was more capable. Trying to decide between these two. Thanks!

[@mando7398]

Jason, I owned the new Trail 429 also. Its a better climber but couldnt get rid of the cable rattle all the way. Did you experience cable rattle on your Pivot? You nailed it by saying how silent the Stumpy is. Its the quietest bike ive ever owned. Its so good on multiple types of terrain. Its also an amazingly well balanced bike. Great work. Keep it up.

[@mtbyumyum]

I still don't understand why Pivot hasn't figured this out.... the dropper cable is 4mm and the housing on the Pivot frames is meant for 5mm.... so you have to either swap out your dropper cable for a 5mm or put some electrical tape around the 4mm cable at the point where the cable runs into the housing on the frame.... and even then sometimes it rattle ever so slightly. Drives me crazy. Stumpy was dead silent!!

[@mando7398]

@@mtbyumyum I'm 51 years old and been riding since 1989 and I have ridden and owned many bikes. This bike is the most comfortable and quietest bike I've owned. It kills the descents on my trails and it climbs really well. It's such a great all around true trail bike. If I could, I would put the rear end of the trail 429 on this Stumpy and it would be my dream bike. I wrote to Pivot about the cable rattle, they acknowledged they have that issue and told me how to fix it. I did the electrical tape and foam inside the downtube, still have some rattle. I told them for a bike that I paid over 6K after taxes it was unacceptable to have to use "electrical tape" on cables. So they sent me a tshirt! LOL. Will be watching your livestream.

[@mattelliott5242]

Great review, sounds like you have lots of content lined up can’t wait !!

[@mtbyumyum]

Yep. Got 4-5 video in the que

[@nckporter]

Great video! Luckily had a good experience getting an s works off pinkbike. Been loving it in corner canyon. However, I'm not sold on the Fox 34 and considering swapping to a Pike. Not sure what offset to get though 42mm vs 51mm. I'm about 200lbs riding an S5 and want to keep it at 140mm in the front.

[@mtbyumyum]

Nice. I swapped my fox 34 on the Trail 429 out for a Pike... been all good so far!

[@clintondavies8098]

Great review as usual which is the better bike yeti sb130 or the stumpjumper? 🤔

[@mtbyumyum]

The stumpy is more easy going. More neutral riding position. The yeti sb 130 feels more efficient, more rewarding to ride when you really push it and has the better suspension system.

[@ozadiri5042]

maybe i couldnt see good in that awesome review but s works comes with xx1 axs that looks like shimanu

[@mtbyumyum]

Yep, this one has xtr.... all the better!! I prefer it over axs

[@ghostroc]

OMG Onyx hubs! Tell us more about them! I've been wondering about them for years, and whether it's worth the hassle of rebuilding my wheelsets just to get the silent Onyx hubs. Does the riding exprerience differ when there's no more loud buzzing of expensive hubs?

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, this was my first time riding them. After a handful of rides, they're cool, but they're not for me. My favorite hubs are dt swiss 240's. They're quiet enough, super light weight and I just love the way they feel. The instant engagement of the onyx hubs was sort of weird. Also, you sort of just sneak up on other riders... the free wheeling hub sort of lets others know your there...

[@jobytapia6388]

@@mtbyumyum I love my Onyx hubs - the quiet is one of the best features! Also, once they 'break in', you won't find a lower resistance rolling hub. It is amazing how much more speed I can pick up on the downhills compared to my riding buddies.

[@mtbyumyum]

Joby, interesting. I didn't know that about these hubs

[@jobytapia6388]

@@mtbyumyum yep, try a set on a downhill roll test - you'll be amazed at how fast they accelerate and keep speed. totally worth the 80-100g weight add

[@scottcarr7820]

A little off topic, but what are the GoPro settings for this video? Looks really good.

[@mtbyumyum]

I use the same as what bkxc published on his websites

[@scottcarr7820]

@@mtbyumyum Thanks!

[@wgnwheels333]

Would love to see what you think of the trek fuel great review as always

[@mtbyumyum]

It’s on the list. Just need to track one down.

[@PocketRocket101]

Is that a firebird in front of you in the pov footage? Any chance of review? 👀

[@mtbyumyum]

Yep. Good eye! Review coming soon

[@PocketRocket101]

@@mtbyumyum nice!

[@fernandoguerrero2895]

Awesome review I have been waiting for this one for a long time. I hope one day you have the chance to review the canyon neuron

[@mtbyumyum]

Thank you!

[@daleremsberg488]

So...... Will this replace the Ripley? I'm sure many want to know:)

[@mtbyumyum]

I bough a Pivot Trail 429 about a month ago with the intent to sell the Ripley.... Ripley is still here. We can talk more about this at the Live Stream Wednesday evening!!

[@CarlosSoto-re2oj]

@@mtbyumyum I bought a Ripley thanks to your review. BEST BIKE EVER! Thanks Jason! 😁

[@mtbyumyum]

Carlos, Ripley is perfect for 90% of the riding I do! Love that bike!

[@jasonw3287]

@@mtbyumyum wow exciting to hear you went trail 429 after all. I love my trail 429 enduro with i9 Reynolds. You helped me with that decision. Thanks bro.

[@tennissir1986]

How does this compare to the Ibis Ripley ?

[@mtbyumyum]

More stable, holds a line better.... geo on this Stumpy is excellent. Ripley feels a bit more sporty, more playful and poppy. Climbs a little better too.... this bike is maybe somewhere between the ripley and sb130

[@mtskibum16]

I’ve been debating between a Ripley and Ripmo for a one bike quiver and leaning towards a Ripley with 140 Pike/36 and likely a piggyback shock. Do you think those changes to the Ripley gets it close to the capability of the Stumpy?

[@panhandlemtb4308]

Great video as always Jason! I have spend hours on youtube watching bike reviews before making my purchases and I have to say, I always got excited when I find a review you did of a bike I am interested in. I know the content with be genuine and I respect that. Its hard to find a truly honest opinion on youtube these days! I do have a problem now with your channel!! I was certain my next bike purchase, to compliment my switchblade v2, was going to be a Spur! I was so excited about looking for one and building it up the way I wanted, but I guess it wasnt meant to be just yet, for I have been ruined. I finally rode a friends turbo levo and now I am convinced I need an ebike! So my problem with your channel is that you dont review them, but I wish you did as there are not a ton of channels out there that do, and certainly not any with the integrity of MTByumyum! Anyway, keep the reviews coming!!

[@mtbyumyum]

Thank you for the kind words. I have an ebike. Just haven't done a review on it because I dont love ebikes.... I've had a Rocky Mountain power play Instinct this entire season and have only ridden it a handful of times. I should probably do a video on it....

[@bryceh7469]

@@mtbyumyum Or sell it??? :)

[@jlj547]

Do you think this rides the same as the alloy version. That one still has the pivots in the rear. Thanks

[@duffyrides]

Great review. Seems like a great option for the trails that most people have access to. Well done. I'll also try to join the live event to discuss the other bikes and how they compare !

[@mtbyumyum]

Yep, for my trails, this is just about perfect! See you in the Live!

[@lathamstylemtb]

I considered this as I was able to find an expert in xl but ended up going with a tallboy. Always wanted a Santa Cruz and didn’t know what to think about a flex stay for 200+ lb riders. I already ride a 160/160 long travel all mountain and bikes with 140/130 seem too close if I’m going for two bikes vs one bike solution

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, and the TB4 is so good.... totally understand why so many people love that bike. For me, it's a bit on the heavy side for my short travel bike.

[@lathamstylemtb]

@@mtbyumyum I justify the weight because my 160/160 is 36 lbs 😂. I just tell myself I’ll never miss having a sub 30 lb bike since I’ve never tried one lol and don’t know what it’s like to climb a 26lber.

[@mtskibum16]

@@mtbyumyum but as a one bike option….TB4 or Stumpy? Is the TB a better enough descender to warrant the climbing and weight penalty?

[@yes-7018]

@@mtskibum16 I have a TB4 with a 140 Pike and it's just about perfect. Granted it's the CC X01 Reserve, so 28.5/9 lbs or so rather than 31ish for lower end builds. Swap for lighter tires/cranks (honestly the Reserves are beefy for carbon too - can shave 3-400 grams going to Roval SLs..) and you can hit around 27 lbs, maybe less. It's not a bad climber by an means, I actually think it climbs great, there are just bikes that are slightly more efficient uphill. Stronger legs > "superior climbing" bike, though, and rotational weight is way more important than a frame's weight. Rode a Ripley around that was 26 lbs but didn't feel as planted to the ground on fast descents - preferred my TB4. TB4 is a super capable bike with that 120/140 setup (my only bike). The frame seems like it can take such a beating (hence their weight penalty). Wife has 140/150 2019 Stumpy Carbon Expert (w/ carbon Rovals) though.. also a blast. I'd honestly just get whatever you can get your hands on first.. I'd be happy on either.

[@mtskibum16]

@@yes-7018 I’m honestly more interested in pedaling character than weight. I want something responsive and snappy when on the pedals in punchy stuff or pumping flatter terrain. Plus something that likes to pop and has good descending chops. Weight is certainly not a primary concern.

[@senallttam]

Hey Jason, I have a beefed up Spur with a 130 Pike and Deluxe. I've considered picking up a Stumpy frame and swapping my parts over, since it sounds like the Stumpy climbs just as efficiently, is just as light, but has more travel. How would you say the two compare?

[@mtbyumyum]

I'd personally take the Stumpy over the Spur 8 days a week. Better trail manners imho!

[@ehvoslef]

@@mtbyumyum interesting! I've wondered about the Spur/Stumpy comparison given both use flex stays in a short travel package. Lots of excitement from people for the Spur, for good reason. I almost bought one...then the Stumpy came out with similar weight, similar geo, flex stays, more travel, and good price point. Needless to say it has been an amazing bike.

[@Happy_Biker]

@@mtbyumyum It must help that you've got the 26lb S-Works version, rather than anything heavier. You have carbon wheels on yours, right? 🤔 (Maybe that goes without saying.)

[@walterkasper467]

Could you tell me you fork setup. Psi and compression and rebound. I am using most of rear travel with 30% sag but at 170lb setting rear at 210psi higher than recommended psi but having trouble using more than a 100mm on front at 75psi. Lower than recommended. Afraid to go to low on frond not wanting fork to not offer enough support on the downs. Any suggestions greatly appreciated Thanks

[@puckcoach3]

Did you do a livestream for the Stumpy ? I couldn’t find it ☹️ ?

[@mtbyumyum]

Sadly, I accidently deleted it... trust me, no one is more disappointed than me. So stupid. I've never do that before..... sorry dude!

[@stevenruiz9277]

How does this bike compare to the fezzari Delano you previously reviewed?

[@nicholashines7686]

How do you think it boosts off of jumps in comparison to other bikes buddy. I heard another review refer to it as a 209er Santa Cruz 5010 and that’s a bold statement statement. More importantly I’m an ibis Ripley lover and we both know how that thing boosts you mentioned traction and a few other things in the video but I don’t recall you mentioning the comparison for jumping

[@lastemperor12]

It’s like a more damped Ripley. Rear end is a bit less springy, but better than a Horst link. (Just made the switch from a v4 to this)

[@mtbyumyum]

Doesn't have as much character as the Ripley... David Mongan nailed it, more damp and supportive in the rear... live the new Pivot Trail 429. More stable and controlled descending, doesn't feel as flickable as the Ripley but that could be sizing... I love the sizing on the Ripley. I loved the sizing of the Yeti SB100 and 115 but that bike lacks stability and control even more than the Ripley.... I'm always on the hunt for a Trail Bike that behaves more like an XC bike.... The Trail 429 is probably best in class right now.... size M is just a little to long for me even with a 35mm stem. The new stumpy geo is so money!!! We will talk a lot more about this in the Live Stream Wednesday evening!!

[@joshkearns8715]

Dude I’m from Virginia.

[@lastemperor12]

you def feel the length in the low setting vs the Ripley, and i had mine over-forked to 140

[@mtbyumyum]

Josh Kearns haha sorry dude! No disrespect lol I was just saying, all the way across the country. lol

[@acemclaren2992]

Can the back wheel turn backwards?

[@rrobinsx]

How does this compare to you other favorite 130 bike-the Revel rascal? I know it will be about 2lbs lighter but can it climb tech/go downhill as well as the rascal? Does it feel as planted and as nimble as the Rascal? Also can you speak about the tires. It seems like you have been a Maxxis guy for a while, how do you like the specalized purgatory and butcher tires?

[@mtbyumyum]

Pretty different from the Rascal. Rascal feels deep.... bottomless like riding a magic carpet. Rascal is in the Switchblade, Ripmo, SB130 LR category and this Stumpy feels more like the Trail 429

[@rw7269]

Great review, what camera are you using ?

[@mtbyumyum]

gopro hero 9

[@michaeljensen4095]

Hi Jason, thanks for the great review. How did you like the Purgatory tire? See it on the rear - I am considering it for both front and rear for a downcountry oriented bike. Thanks!

[@mtbyumyum]

For downcountry, or where xc meets trail, I would go Rekon. 2.4 Rekon is probably my favorite tire right now. I have over 1,000 miles on this tire matched with other tires like the 2.35 Ardent Race on the back and Rekon on front, Rekon front and rear and I used to run Rekon rear 2.4 Dissector front... but I like the other two options better and moving more toward rekon front and rear. Fast rolling and good predictable grip!

[@michaeljensen4095]

@@mtbyumyum Thanks for the quick response! I too have ridden the Rekon 2.4 quite a bit and used similar set ups - currently have the stock 2.4 Dissector front w Rekon rear on my Spur and had Rekon front Rekon Race on my Mach 4 SL most of the summer (in Park City) - and think it is a good tire front and rear (prefer it over the Dissector). I am building up a weight-weenie Epic Evo and am curious about the Purgatory as an alternative… somewhat similar profile and I find Specialized tires to be more durable in the lighter casings… The Purgatory Control is 120g lighter than the Rekon 2.4 in its lightest casing - time two = almost half a pound.

[@trentvlak]

Not sure how the rear end "locks up" when climbing when the antisquat is below 90% at sag and goes down sharply through the travel.

[@tinshield]

It’s very supportive out of the saddle. Not sure how that relates to the numbers but it is.

[@gweflj]

The BB offset is huge. The weight distribution is sorted. It isn’t just AS that defines pedalling efficiency. The AS also falls off to avoid kickback.

[@jeffbond5062]

Great review again Jason 👍.

[@mtbyumyum]

Glad you enjoyed it! This was a fun one and it's always nice to show off a new bike that I like so well... and an awesome sponsor like TPC!!!

[@claraschnitzler5892]

hello Jason enjoying your reviews!! What do you think comparison transition Spur and Specialized Stumpjumper. Ist the Stumpjumper so different and smoother than the Spur?

[@mtbyumyum]

I think I like everything about the stumpy better with exception to the price haha

[@claraschnitzler5892]

@@mtbyumyum :))))) Thaxxxx

[@sarahxsays]

That’s awesome that the pros closet offfers certified pre-owned bikes but there prices are basically the same as going brand new! And that’s usually for a bike that’s a year or two old. Doesn’t seem worth the price to me in most cases.

[@koreanmtnbiker2931]

They have raised all their bikes prices during Covid two year ago. Four years ago, the used bikes at PC were priced very good. I bought 2 bike from PC. But not now, prices are very high now.

[@oliverburke3743]

How did you find this compared to the transition spur?

[@jeffem55]

What is the geometry? I’m in St. George and wondering if you feel it would be a good pick for the terrain down here?

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, depending on your speed and what trails you ride most often, it would be very good!

[@robertmarkus7007]

Bike Review Request: 2022 Trek Top Fuel

[@mtbyumyum]

Thank you! It's on the list... if The Pros Closet has one, I'm sure I could work something out with them!

[@robertmarkus7007]

@@mtbyumyum cool! Love the bike reviews, one of the best on YT.

[@mtbyumyum]

Thank you!

[@troycarpenter3675]

Hey bro, when are you going to test the 2022 top fuel?

[@mtbyumyum]

Just as soon as I can get my hands on one.... difficult to find bikes right now

[@troycarpenter3675]

@@mtbyumyum seems like it could be a contender for st 29er

[@RobertsonDCCD]

Another great review!

[@mtbyumyum]

Thank you!

[@robociock]

I like a snappy bike to pop on trail little jump, would u suggest me a trek fuel ex or not?

[@mtbyumyum]

Ibis Ripley or Yeti SB115 is as playful as it gets for a 29er

[@walterkasper467]

Great video. Could you give me your suspension set up I am 170 and running 210psi in the rear for 30% sag. I have a factory grip2 fork 1 spacer and 78 psi. Using most travel in rear and only 100mmin the front. Was thinking no spacers and 75psi. And help would be greatly appreciated Thanks

[@mtbyumyum]

142 psi in the shock, 68 psi in the fork and I weight 145 lbs. 6 clicks from full fast on the rebound

[@csobinmtbm945]

@@mtbyumyum we are about the same size and I feel like 142 psi in the shock has me using all the travel on very mellow riding where I would expect to use 50-75%. Also, 142 has me at about 35-40% sag. Did you use the specialized calculator or set sag the old fashioned way? I assume you didn't have these issues? Loving the videos. Thanks!!

[@Nosibalasi]

How .much dis tou get it?

[@clintondavies8098]

Great review as usual how did you like the sram brakes? 🤔

[@roadlesstraveledd]

hopefully you can get your hands on an epic evo to review also... would love to see a review of that from a fellow ripley lover :)

[@mtbyumyum]

I have heard so many good things about the epic evo... cant wait to ride one. With how good this sj was, I can only imagine!

[@Monkeyseemonkey79]

@@mtbyumyum I demo'd a 21 Epic Evo back-to-back with the new Stumpjumper last month and.... Not kidding, Jason - I thought of you when I was on the trail. The Epic Evo is truly incredible and made the SJ feel like a dog. A lot of that was probably the tires... But I fell in love with the Epic Evo and thought "I really hope Yum Yum reviews this thing." I'd love to hear your take on it. Thanks for the great content and insights! Love your channel. 👍

[@Rambler_13]

Great review! I can't believe this only weighs 26 lbs. I have the Pro build and it's about 2 lbs. heavier.

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, it was super light and still had good tires...

[@chrisgravel7157]

Great review! While Specialized sems to have done a great job with the Evo the regular Stumpy seems to be getting better reviews....Your traction comment makes perfect sense, its a modified single pivot - snappy, quick, good axel path but ultimate traction in corners or decending - DW, FSR split pivot should all be better. Pinkbike was also very surprised by this bike. Go figure abandon the horst link and win BOTY??

[@taylorhadlock532]

Although Pinkbike gave the Evo bike of the year!!!

[@lastemperor12]

I actually think it tracks better than the Ripley FWIW, but maybe not the new Trail 429.

[@mtbyumyum]

Trust me, I was as surprised as anybody..... I couldn't believe how well it climbed and just the overall level of support from the suspension system. For most people, on most trails, at average speeds (fun everyday speeds) this is the bike! I could totally rock this as my only bike with a fox 36 up front or a Pike. We'll be talking more at length about this in the Live Stream Wednesday evening!!

[@lastemperor12]

@@mtbyumyum agree. I had a Cannondale Habit with a flex stay that felt more pogo-y. I was shocked at how damped and composed the rear on this felt by comparison.

[@ChasingDreamsLivingLife]

Which model is this? Evo ? Comp? Alloy?

[@sirvince7853]

Great review, that seems to be the sweet spot for 29ers these days. I was ready to pull the trigger on a Ripley and now this review has me thinking about the StumpJumper. Were you paid by how many times you mentioned Pros_Closet? If I had to say one neg thing about the review is the droning on about "Pros_Closet" was a bit much. But I commend you for knowing where your bread is buttered.

[@mtbyumyum]

I have a full time job the requires 40-50 hours a week, a wife, 3 kids and church functions that take up a lot of my time. These video's are made in my spare time... my "me" time or time for my hobbies... I'm only able to produce video reviews like this because of the paid video sponsors like the Pro's Closet. With out them paying me to mentioned their brand, this video would not have been made. Viewers like you get to watch for the price of a few minute of your time so thank you!! And! And, the pros closet it an excellent options for those looking for a used bike so it's easy to recommend them to my audience. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

[@sirvince7853]

@@mtbyumyum My reply was tongue and cheek and I didn't mean any disrespect. I truly appreciate your reviews and like I stated you sold me on the Ripley and now your StumpJumper review has me rethinking. I hear you about family, church, work and hobbies......As an engineer I like designing tools. So I design tools, source the production of the tools, try to price them very competitively and then some yahoo wants to low-ball me. Keep up the good work. You should offer a consulting service on bike purchases.

[@mtbyumyum]

Vince, thanks! Yeah, I might be a bit sensitive about the "sponsored videos" but honestly, it's a big support for me and the channel so thanks for your support! I wanna try a 140mm pike on my ripley...

[@jasonw3287]

Why did the livestream get pulled down?

[@mtbyumyum]

It's so frustrating.... It got interrupted and dropped at the 1 hour mark... I restarted it on a new live stream. At the end of the stream I went in to delete the 16 minute second video and accidentally deleted the first one. I'm such an idiot. Trust me, no one is more disappointed than me. So stupid

[@jasonw3287]

@@mtbyumyum It’s worth redoing the content and all the things you remember you did say or even do another one because the contact was too good not to post

[@JoseTorres-rl3rz]

Is this bike a good climber?

[@BengLang84]

Great review again Jason! 😊👍

[@mtbyumyum]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@radidoc4832]

Thanks for the review. Unfortunately that bent seat tube is a big fail in my books, especially for us folks with shorter legs. 😕

[@chrisfoster3772]

Thanks Armando

[@mattdickey2454]

Awesome video!

[@mtbyumyum]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Montezuma0]

Shoutout to all the Jerrys in Virginia lol

[@mtbyumyum]

haha I almost edited that out... I've never been to Virginia, my point was... all the way across the country.... I'm sure there are plenty of Jerrys everywhere... including Utah lol

[@323johnnybravo]

🤣😂 I was reading this comment right when he said that lol

[@edlorenz1552]

If you liked this bike, you'd love an Orange Five Evo, or Stage Evo. Both are super supportive and poppy. It's yoo bad you're a medium otherwise I'd send you one.

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, I've had requests to ride an Orange bike over the years.... I've never even seen one in person.

[@danielray1558]

Hi I’m really curious on how this feels compared to the Ibis ripley af- I know there is a cost difference- but are they similar in well roundedness? Does one climb or descend better?

[@mtbyumyum]

Because this Stumpjumper I had on demo from The Pros Closet is so much lighter weight than a standard alloy Ripley, it feels quite a bit easier to move around and just generally more flickable and maneuverable. That said, the carbon Ripley at a similar weight as the Stumpjumper I demo'd, will feel more flickable... It would be very interesting to ride an alloy stumpy and ripley af back-to-back. Sorry I can't be more help

[@billw_mtb3220]

That is a nice bike! Onyx hubs will expose a noisy bike for sure. See you at the live stream

[@mtbyumyum]

This bike was mint top to bottom. A silent bike is a fast bike!! See you at the live, and thanks!

[@rodrigopages1054]

Amazing bike! Love your reviews!! Now just waiting for the evo review 👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀

[@mtbyumyum]

haha Yeah, I would love to ride the new evo!!

[@macabrecreation1067]

I have the 2020 EVO 😊 and it's a great all rounder bike too. ☺️

[@mtbyumyum]

I've heard good things about that bike.

[@Pozitivi]

oh wow yum yum ! noice bike mate :))

[@mtbyumyum]

Thank you

[@shamrock4840]

This bike comes in an xxl btw S6 for us / you big guys. 535 reach

[@mtbyumyum]

Crazy numbers.... good for those taller guys!

[@devinbyrnes8058]

This bike was the one who got away from me… or so I thought. Based on your review and other bikes I have ridden that you reviewed, this bike is no good for my local trails. Good to know. By the géo it looks extra rowdy and if anything it would ride bigger than it’s travel. You saying it is the opposite is a real service.

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, I would put this in the same ball park as the Pivot Trail 429 and Santa Cruz Tallboy

[@CrGorder]

Thanks for the review! Bummed the livestream didn't work out. I have a ripley with a light piggyback shock and a pike at 140. It sounds like we have similar riding styles. I can't quite get a good gauge on whether the stumpy would get me that much more capability over the beefed up Ripley. It sounds like we have similar riding styles and riding experience. I just find that I always leave the enduro bike (sentinel) at home, even on more serious terrain because I love a playful, fun bike. I'm always looking for the most capable bike that still feels zippy, the ripley can sometimes just feel a little too exciting :).

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, bingo! Sounds like we enjoy similar bikes. It's maybe a little hard to say about the Stumpy... my Ripley is built incredible light weight and fast... I wonder if a beefed up Ripley would feel more similar to the Stumpy. In any case, the new Stumpjumper is a lot of fun... not trading my Ripley for it tho!!

[@slimstack6379]

you may want to check out this review by Guy Kesteven along with yum yum he does awesome bike reviews just a different perspective on this bike entirely before you drop your hard earned money it would be worth checking out this is his final review on the stumpy , he's worked with specialized and tweeked it several times at this point to get it to respond to his liking and doesn't seem to achieve a setting that climbs with any power response.(may want to have the captions on has a thick British accent accent) nothing but love for yum yum great reviewer!

[@slimstack6379]

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[@slimstack6379]

Original ride kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmK9nqqFgJ5sg80

[@mtbyumyum]

I could be wrong but he is bought and paid for by Santa Cruz.... so take that for what you want. I'm well supported by a bike shop that doesn't sell Specialized and I loved the new Stumpy.... I have nothing to gain by saying so.

[@slimstack6379]

I believe his reviews are pretty non biased he just reviewed the stumpy Evo comp alloy and loved it(also said it was a better climber even with the added weight) just saying anyone who's is going to drop thousands of dollars on a new bike is probably exploring all the reviews and hopefully test riding which is a major pain in the Ass anyway especially if you want to test it on a trail (I digress). Because here in the Midwest where you need to create more of the thrills of the trail and being a middle aged dude power return is very important to me. So keep on doing what you're doing reviewers like you and Guy lead me choose Pivot trail 429 which I love.

[@ranalahiri5111]

Really enjoy all your reviews. Thank you for all your contributions to helping us prospective buyers in this era where there are limited access to demo bikes. Truly appreciate how you break down the reviews by climbing (fire roads / tech), flow trails, and downhill …and being impartial to brand…and how you discuss the details & characteristics of the front & rear suspension. I have a 2021 trek top fuel 8 and now think this could be a possible N+1!

[@mtbyumyum]

Thank you!

[@TheCureThatKillz]

Did you purchase that S-works or did they send it to you for this video and you have to send it back??

[@mtbyumyum]

They just sent it to me for this video... I've had it for a few weeks. Have to send it back

[@KinematicsFX]

I got the evo comp earlier this season and have been loving it so far, such a great bike. I live in colorado and ride here and in moab, and it seems to be a perfect bike with a lot of room for me to grow into as well.

[@mtbyumyum]

Great to hear! I hope to ride the evo next week!

[@fordio1979]

This bike is crying out for a pike on it, more capable than a 34 and weigh almost the same

[@mtbyumyum]

100% I was thinking this all week.... I have a pike on my Trail 429... would love to swap forks for a ride.

[@tinshield]

I put a Fox 34 on mine as I already have an AM bike. I like the lighter feel with the 34 on this bike.

[@tuansmith6339]

S5 size frame, 36 at 150, chunkish tires = 27 lbs.

[@ehvoslef]

I keep hearing this but don't understand. 34 feels plenty stiff (165 lb rider) and Grip2 is so much nicer than Charger damper.

[@tinshield]

@@ehvoslef personal preference but I have two bikes. My Stumpy has a 34 and my Devinci Troy has a 36. I find the 34 perfectly acceptable for me at 200lbs. Since I have an AM bike already I don’t want to muck up the desired intent I had for the SJ. I wanted it as light as possible and I find the 34 is great.

[@jeffreychase7623]

Really wish this had two sets of bottle bosses.

[@mtbyumyum]

Rocky Mountain Element anyone?!?!?!?!?!?!

[@burddog0792]

What do you have against people from Virginia named Jerry?😉

[@mtbyumyum]

haha sorry!!

[@JenkinsB]

if that fence could talk

[@mtbyumyum]

haha we've been meaning to paint it for years... lol

[@minhthang0811]

Great bike , rides smooth kzbin.infoUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L I added a bigger spring loaded seat to it . Takes a bit of adjusting cables to get brakes and shifting to perfect . I've owned quite a few bikes in the past that were absolutely uncomfortable to ride and they always ended up as garage wall decor . I'm not seeing that with this one. It's pretty light I've only ridden it a few miles but I like it . As for the pedals falling off in the other reviews , the pedal arms are aluminum along with the pedal studs look to be also . I would not overtighten them. I can see it would be very easy to overtighten them and strip the threads right off . All in all I think it's pretty good quality besides the aluminum pedal thing .

[@jayswavely6371]

Specialized pivots last.

[@GeeCee-rr5hk]

The Stumpjumper died in 2017. It’s been downhill ever since…and not in a good way.

[@mtbyumyum]

throw a leg over this new 2021 model.... you might be surprised but what you find!

[@yomommascookies9394]

Trash bike. The Walmart of bikes just like Trek.