2021 Trek Slash 8 Review | The BEST Enduro Bike in 2021

[@bikeradar]

Is the Trek Slash the best enduro bike in 2021? You know the drill, let us know what your winner would be in the comments!

[@Projectnortheast]

Hands down best Enduro bike I've ridden to date

[@Basement_CNC]

could you PLEASE test the radon swoop 9.0 (carbon version) awesome geo, incredible spec (zeb select & super deluxe select + for suspension , gx lunar and mt5 brakes and m1900 wheels ) for 3.1k 🤯🤯🤯 would be nice to see how it rides

[@joshuakim4813]

polygon siskiu n9

[@kijaron4320]

18.1 kg

[@kijaron4320]

Could you rewiew the YT Jeffsy Core 2 27,5 Please?

[@themountainnetwork]

The Slash will go down as one of the iconic bikes of MTB, like the Specialized Rock Hopper, GT avalanche and Orange 222.

[@jggutierrez9]

Looks to be a solid all around bike. Thank you for the honest in depth review! Keep up the amazing work!!

[@bikeradar]

And thank you for watching! Be sure to subscribe for more honest reviews 😎

[@Don-Michael]

Got my Slash 8 back in October 2020 and I love it!

[@julespetry7466]

I'm still waiting mine, ordered in september :/

[@jarelwatson2466]

I was lucky enough to grab a Slash 8 in March and it didn't disappoint. Definitely more bike then I can handle and I can't wait to grow into its capabilities.

[@fernandomescalito5307]

i got one too!!! I got lucky because i called the shop and they said they had one only coming in a coupe of days, so i made a $300 deposit to make it mine. i had perfect timing and it was the perfect size as well. it was meant to be

[@Axerotot]

I still use the trek remedy 8 from 2011 and love it but I am looking forward to getting a 29er without going way overboard with the price. This looks perfect for me.

[@hamishrhodes5108]

I have the 2021 Remedy 8 and it shares a lot of the same DNA, absolutely love it.

[@souhaibz]

Me too! Really impressive

[@davidparnell5743]

Just got my 21' Slash 9.8 Carbon. Super poppy bike! Love it more than any other Mt Bike I have ever owned and well worth the price! I feel like I was able to ride faster, safer, and have more fun than ever before :)

[@mihalis1010]

I almost got a Slash 8, but it was sold the day before I went in. My LBS won't get another until October, so I got a Lapierre Spicy 3.0 Fit. It's got 10mm less travel in the front, but a coil in the rear and is overall lighter. I like it a lot.

[@gabriellord3286]

As a Slash 8 2020 owner, the 2021 model is definitely to drool over!

[@Feral_hound]

Great review! Got my Slash 8 back in September & definitely not got out on it nearly enough however Ive just spent 2 days at Bike Park Wales & a day at forest of Dean & i would happily say it is an unreal bike through the rough stuff. The only thing that really lets it down out of the box is the rear tyre, way too delicate a rubber to be slung on it. Go buy one, it is RAD!!!!

[@Cotivity]

I test rode a 7, so now I am frantically searching around local shops for an 8. Such a solid ride!

[@ChrisSlash]

The 8 is a great bike hope you found one

[@rogerthompson2005]

I love my 2019 slash 8, now totally dialed with a super deluxe+ (w meg neg) and Yari (w RC2 internals), and now their carbon elite wheelset!! Love it long time, just back from Derby TAS, and it felt amazing on every trail.

[@Alex-md6bu]

My 9.8 is due to land this week.... I am now officially bouncing off walls...

[@jhouzen2512]

Just bought this bike a few days ago and it's an awesome bike. It's smooth and handles very well in the air.

[@fatbikedaddy8644]

Had mine for a month today and this review puts words on how I am impressed with it so far. Great review for an awesome bike!

[@bikeradar]

Nice! Thanks for watching, from all at BikeRadar

[@oakleygold]

I'm LOVING my 2021 Slash 9.8XT! Climbs like no other bike I've ridin and is an absolute BEAST downhill!

[@weichentechnikk8083]

i agree on the downhill part sure....felt great.....but climbing, not really ....Nukeproof mega puts it to shame in terms of climbing ....even Propain Spindrift felt much more balanced when going up

[@pjsanab]

@@weichentechnikk8083 how does the Spindrift compare to this Slash on the donwhills?

[@charliemackin9620]

@@weichentechnikk8083 fuck climbing downhill is all I care about maaatey

[@user-iz7zy7rx9t]

I been on a 2020 slash 8, i immediately swapped on heavier tires and code Rs, i absolutely love that bike. It looks even better now!

[@gnic731]

I just put Bontrager Line Carbon 30 wheelset on mine. Ordering the upgrade charger 2.1 RC2 damper this week. Michelin DH22 Tires. Love my bike. Great video.

[@ogden99]

Impressive to see GX on a bike at that price?!? Anything less would be criminal. Sram oem parts and Trek own brand kits isn’t bad it’s by no means amazing.

[@fazza2104]

Yeah for £3600 you can get a Vitus sommet with fox factory suspension and shimano xt

[@Alex-md6bu]

@@fazza2104 yeah.... But you'd be riding a vitus.... If you want a fox factory fork you can buy those for around 1k, if you want a bike then this kicks ass!! A great bike is more than the sum of its parts!!!

[@323johnnybravo]

That Dave Weigel split pivot design is nice

[@thesingingmolecatcher5461]

This review is spot on , got mine End of last year , truly an awesome bike .. love it .. hard to get your hands on one now though .. March 2022 apparently.

[@DjJDtech]

I just ordered one with a September ETA

[@MachuDidgeridoo]

I adore my 2020 Fuel EX8! the smaller brother of the Slash! If the Slash is truly more capable than a Fuel trail bike, a rider could crush ANYTHING!

[@dopeytripod]

i recently picked up a 2021 Fuel EX8 & am content

[@ThePankrt]

Slash is heavy duty enduro bike, fuel is just a mmiddle travel trail bike. Two completely different bikes. You can't compare apple and apple juice.

[@jmerodgers]

excellent production quality, compelling and informed host. great video.

[@zavierbythebeach4916]

i have a slash 8 and everything said here is super accurate and i absolutely love this bike

[@theDecendalorian]

The only problem about this bike that I would change is that I would want a ZEB on it because the 35 mil stancions on the lyric is just not enough for me being a hard rider, but other than that, the slash 8 is amazing!!!

[@mikemerkley3316]

I can understand the notion that 35mm isnt enough. In reality it really is though. Im 185lbs BEFORE my gear and I ride like a bat out of hell. Bike parks, DH shuttle runs with friends, you name it. I do prefer the Fox 36, however, not because its stronger but rather I personally like the feel better than the current RS stuff. My first full suspension bike was a Giant Reign and I put the first Lyric fork on it when RS introduced it. Never once did I even come close to exceeding the abilities of that fork. They are stout for sure. If the Zeb or the Fox 36,38 make you more comfortable then more power to you. Nothing wrong with a little more beef if it gives you piece of mind. But the 35mm Lyric is more than up to your riding if its strength your concerned about.

[@theDecendalorian]

@@mikemerkley3316 Thanks man! That actually helped a lot because I was not sure if a Lyric would hold up after a couple of years if I bought a Fezzari La Sal Peak. Thanks for letting me know that the Lyric will be able to handle whatever I throw at it!

[@erod6468]

I'm 190 and I ride my rigs like I was trying to run from an avalanche, hitting chunky sections and freaking high jumps and drop-offs all day and I prefer the 35 mils or at most fox's 36's. Have had 38's and they're too damn heavy to me. Not that I can't pop my manuals or it's literally too heavy you can't lift it, it's just that I prefer a rocket that is still easy to throw around. I prefer rockshox feeling, dampening and lightness as compared to fox and at my weight and the abuse I put them through they haven't failed me yet. I remember when I was a noob(I'll say pretty advanced now and stupid, bad for my health sometimes lol) and all I wanted was the latest and largest, thickest and heaviest forks blah, blah, blah. Now that I've ridden so much, you really don't need anything bigger than the rockshox or fox 36's and they help even if the smallest bit during climbs which I do all day in Southern Califas, unless you like losing some nimbleness and you love extra weight, but then again to each their own. Do your thing homie. Just thought I'd give my personal insight. 🤙🏽

[@AcuteFictions]

Good to see your review. My will be in Sydney in July, having put a deposit on it in December 2020. - apparently the only one coming in this year.... can’t wait for the move from hard tale to soft.

[@vieuxacadian9455]

I have a slash 9.8 GX project one and love it . I like the 30/52 gearing . I am not overly excited with the SE5 and SE4 in hard cornering , however they wrap around roots and low rebound is great . Great video !!!!!!!!!!! Hello from Louisiana / USA

[@jailbreakoverlander]

explain the bpntrager rear hub in a video, I ask because I swapped out the line pro30s that came on my 2021 rail 9.8 XT for race face carbon wheels with Vault 424 and it seems like the old wheels made it quicker am I just trippin??

[@oskarstaudte]

"Impressive to see gx eagle on a bike at this price" 3500 bucks!!!! Gx eagle should be the very least you get at this pricepoint!!

[@Alex-md6bu]

Would I call it impressive? Arguably not.... Would I say that it works as well as the top their components in all aspects except weight? Hell yes!!

[@mrsmartypants_1]

How dare Trek pay their employees, engineers etc... a good living wage? After all you want Chinese slave labor to do it all and have a bike sent to your house in a box from an on-line seller. Oops correction - Chinese manufacturers have no designers/engineers. They have rip off artists that steal US and European innovations. Wonder what bikes will look like in 20 years if folks like you drive Trek, Santa Cruz, Canyon, Scott, Ibis, Yeti, Evil, Orange.... out of business.

[@Alex-md6bu]

@@mrsmartypants_1 you do realise where this bike is made right? Pretty much every bike company uses labour in East Asia to keep prices reasonable, the difference is how much of a presence the brand's themselves have over there... Some pretty much leave the Chinese to it, others keep the thumbscrews on them until they get what they want.... That's much harder to describe in some sort data that you can prescribe a value to!! The real way to tell this is what warranty terms a bike brand gives... If they're offering lifetime warranty you can be pretty sure they're not just leaving the job for someone else to do!!

[@mrsmartypants_1]

@@Alex-md6bu I do realize most bikes are manufactured in Asia. Designed, spec’d and QA’d by highly qualified US and European engineers and designers. So what again is your point? Name the brands that “pretty much leave it up to the Chinese” lol. You’re talking thru your backside.

[@Alex-md6bu]

@@mrsmartypants_1 you think that all the bikes that some companies make go through a full detailed q.a by someone in the west? Are you sure I'm the one who is talking out of my ass?

[@amjm2222]

Very useful video thanks. I Hired a Slash 8 at Maydena Tas…great bike which completely changed the whole experience vs my own out gunned near XC bike. I’m looking fwd to trying my own one

[@harrygilbert3738]

Best bike I’ve ever owned. EATS Bike Park Wales for breakfast, lunch, energy bars, and dinner! Immense ride, very fast!

[@ThugZ3r0]

Great vid! Btw, is there an info about Vitus Sommet or another bikes from the test?

[@timotheyszczepanski6644]

i got mine when it was 2800 pounds (in the us) which is insane value for a bikeshop brand

[@JoPro06]

Trek remedy 8 or slash 8? Your opinions.

[@johnnyvivic8730]

Basically, the only differnece between the two is the wheel size. Slash is 29 and Remedy is 27.5. Pick a wheel.

[@TwB15k]

I have the fuel ex 8 2020 as I live where there is no dh or knarly trails and I am in love with it. Wish I lived somewhere where I could use a slash 8.

[@craigsteele8178]

Nice informative review guys. where is it you guys where testing the bike? looks like good fun!

[@unknownerror5926]

Shorter people be aware, you will have to downsize dropper post travel. I can get a 150 post in my enduro and use all the travel. I can only fit a 100mm in my slash.

[@livefreeandshred9818]

For what it’s worth. I’m 5’6” and I can get a 150 to work.

[@indierebal25]

@@livefreeandshred9818 how does it feel to ride being 5.6?? Have you gone for a small size or medium build? I’m the same size and debating wether to get this or look at something else. Ta

[@pjsanab]

Which frame size? Did you tried a oneup dropper?

[@mitchb0986]

Only negative I heard was "get new tyres". can't wait for my new beast to arrive in Feb

[@Und3f3at3d]

Love the bike .. love the review

[@bikeradar]

❤️

[@MrJack9108]

Thanks for the review . . . helped with my purchase decision .

[@livefreeandshred9818]

I just built my custom slash al with lyrik ultimate enve wheels and xtr and it is simply incredible. Best bike I've ever ridden. And it climbs surprisingly great.

[@haydenfaulk4739]

Do they have a 2021 frame only option yet?

[@livefreeandshred9818]

@@haydenfaulk4739 no idea but I ordered my frameset in September 20’ and just got it last week

[@haydenfaulk4739]

@@livefreeandshred9818 Did you order the 2020 model? That's not the same as the one reviewed in this video.

[@haydenfaulk4739]

@@livefreeandshred9818 does it have the straight downtube?

[@livefreeandshred9818]

@@haydenfaulk4739 2021. Look at my Instagram @livefreeandshred

[@stumac1]

Great in-depth review .

[@FandiWardana]

Got my Slash 7 2021 this April, love it after upgrade it from my Slash 7 2016

[@James-hh1lq]

Awesome ride

[@FandiWardana]

@@James-hh1lq yeah man, the feel it really nice

[@James-hh1lq]

@@FandiWardanahappy shredding 🚴‍♂️

[@xmurder95x]

Is it worth to buy one yet or better wait till the new models arrive? I mean some here bought the 2021 back in october 2020

[@f1hotrod527]

Trek bikes are very handsome looking. The previous one looked cooler though with the straight downtube. The straight downtubes on the treks make the frames look really cool.

[@adinchandler9077]

My 2018 Pink Specialized Enduro is still G.O.A.T ed

[@leeburrell9084]

Cracking looking bike, would love one but I’ve not got to 29” wheels yet, still prefer 27.5. How’s the Slash for agility ?

[@bigbo1764]

The slash is pretty agile for an enduro bike, it’s not a borderline dh bike like the Specialized enduro, but it is still pretty stable. I seriously think you should go 29, the extra bb height and rollover is great, there really isn’t much of an agility difference - at speed, the 29ers feel much more stable and less hung up.

[@mikemerkley3316]

@@bigbo1764 You really hit it on the head there. I was a die hard 26er fan and when 27.5 became the standard I hated it. Then I got one and I kicked myself for not adopting it earlier. Now with this new Slash Im learning the same thing all over again. I swore Id never touch a 29. Too tall, too flimsy, too unbalanced. Yeah I was wrong as wrong could be. I will never go back to 27.5 now.

[@mtb_landin]

Hi Just wanted to let you know this review is the reason I'm looking for a trek slash gen 5 bike as my next bike. I'm not quite sure if I should go for a carbon or aluminium frame but if I find a carbon version in M/L with sram components, that's what I'll buy.. if not it will be the aluminium one in same size :)

[@tonyparker5045]

I have one of these it truly is an absolute beast of a machine. Love it. Agree with the tyre opinion though....changed out for Assegai front and rear 🤟🏻

[@Joshuasbikingandadventures]

Personally with the ultimate shock I think they should have put a lyrik ultimate on it in my opinion

[@MrMaxx._.]

In the Nice BoXXer Red… 🤤🤤🤤

[@mikemerkley3316]

That alone would likely add 500 to the price tag lol

[@cartterlong9464]

lyrik vs zeb on this new slash bike make a difference on the climbing?

[@DjJDtech]

Just ordered one on the cycle to work scheme with a massive £900 saving!

[@tedpie7286]

Please just know that they crack a lot, two of my mates got one and they don’t ride to hard and they both cracked theirs within a couple months

[@keystonerider1308]

Mine did also. At the bike shop now waiting on treks reply.

[@keystonerider1308]

@302 Onewheel thanks. Yeah def a lifetime warranty. They might be kicking themselves on this bike. But hey I’ll keep getting a new frame until they come up with a fix or offer an up charge to carbon! Haha

[@reinemartin1654]

@@keystonerider1308 i also spoke to a random dude up during a ride and his broke too, on not even a hard ride 🤔

[@SaleenS351R]

Where did it or where do they break? I’ve broken my 2016 slash 8 chain stay twice in 2 years. Curious on what issues they have now and if they break in the same area as well

[@keystonerider1308]

@@SaleenS351R just above the bottom bracket on the down tube

[@TiltMachine]

Better than Canyon spectral 8 29? Basically same price, carbon frame similar travel 150-160mm depending on fork. I’m stuck between these for next season (can’t get anything reasonably priced/good value in the last year)

[@colemartin1917]

Hi, I bought my trek slash 8 a few months ago and I have a few questions. 1. My shock sounds really bad when I first get on the bike like a bad shock but after I ride it around for a couple minutes it sounds fine is this normal for this bike. 2. The braking performance on my slash is really lacking the bleed seems fine but the pads don't want to grip to the rotors any ideas. 3. I was also wondering how many volume spacer you were running. I am running two but it almost feel like to many. Thanks so much.

[@LeecMTB]

Any chance you have contaminated rotors or pads? I have these brakes and they are phenomenal mate, clean the rotors and whack new pads in will prob solve the issue if thy don’t need a bleed, I find they also get stronger as they heat up during a ride too

[@colemartin1917]

@@LeecMTB Thanks for the advice. I think I am gonna try and just ride off the most likely chain lube on the back rotor since the front one feels amazing if not I will resort to the clean and then pad switcheroo. Thanks

[@kingrat738]

Just got my '21 Trek Remedy 8 built up 👌 it's more a Remedy 9.8 w/ the spec I've chucked on... DT Swiss Ex 1501 wheels, X01 12 speed drivetrain, 170mm Fox 36 Elite fork, 780mm Spank handlebar, Truvativ Descendant 40mm stem, Chromag oversized grips, Oneup V2 dropper post, 2.6 Magic Mary Super Trail & 2.6 Specialized Eliminator Gravity tires... I've had to comment here, b/c there's been no Remedy love from professional reviewers 🤔 I've gone the XL route as the Geo numbers are what I want... NB, 6ft tall rider (don't worry it fits just fine) 👍 Based on one ride to date (just built up thanks), it feels like a 'Party All The Time' steed 🤘 We're gonna have a lot of fun (trouble) together 😁

[@joaocorreia7518]

thinking about buying one of those, my only concern is that from my bikefit i use 79cms from to BB to the sadle... think the STA is going to be a problem for me?

[@rickb.1656]

I couldn't get the fully built bike in XL until August 2021, so I bought the 2021 Slash 8 frame, then built it out with Industry 9 Hydra hub 305s, a Lyrik Ultimate fork, Assegai's front and back and OneUp bar and dropper post. I live in snow country, Idaho, so next month will be my first time sending it downhill, I can't wait.

[@livefreeandshred9818]

I did something similar and you’ll love it. The bike is incredible

[@JogBird]

mtb prices have skyrocketed this year, eg the 2020 trek top fuel xt went up $1000 cdn for 2021

[@wvjeepguy8178]

Yep, its insane. The 2021 Trek Marlin 7 I bought last year went up another $100 since then.

[@vincentpath]

How tall is the tester Robin Weaver?

[@jamesturner9858]

How’s does the Trek Slash compare to the Yeti SB150.. on the trail... the ride feel..

[@joesmith3908]

i love my 18 fuel 8 but am kinda wanting a bigger travel bike for the rock/dh stuff that i love riding, tempting

[@GhettoSuguru]

What other enduro bikes would you say have better pedalling than the slash ?

[@klstrucker930419]

How does it compare to specialized enduro? I know spesh is way more expensive, but apart from that?

[@paulahamilton7290]

Whats the difference between the slash and the remedy?

[@hannes6114]

geometry, travel, wheelsize, frame storage ...

[@ditomee1]

Hi ,how you compare to marin alpine trail ?

[@MrDrifter01]

how does this bike compare to a Scott Ransom 910 2021 model

[@tomselick6983]

Can u do me a huge favor and compare it to the 9.7? Is the suspension on the9.7 better or just different? Would u prefer all day climbs with the 1.24lb weight reduction or the steeper seat angle of the 8?

[@weichentechnikk8083]

what do you mean ? they have the same seat tube angle .....suspension on Slash 8 would feel better because of the lyrik.....Fox 36 Rythm on 9.7 is well....kinda shi*ty

[@daniele.ramirez247]

Would you say that some of the features of this bike's suspension design are translated to Trek's shorter travel models, the Fuel EX and Top Fuel? Thank you

[@ClarkBark14]

I just swapped the shock out on my fuel ex for the thru shaft variant. Definitely feels very plush compared to the DPS it replaced. Very similar bikes, just trading climbing/pedal efficiency or big hit/high speed stability.

[@drevil4454]

I haven't been on a bicycle in years but i want to get going again. I'm really interested in exactly this bike. In the older days your body weight played a huge role in what bike ypu select I weigh 95kg (210lbs) and by the looks of it I will need the large frame because of my length. Question: will this bike handle my weight? Will the suspension bottom out or should i look for either a suspension upgrade right from the start or do i need to buy another bike? I really like this bike causr of it's price and the alu frame What do you recommend? Greetings from South Africa

[@bananajam3699]

Don’t know if you get this but this bike is designed for people up to 300lbs and you can just adjust the shock pressure

[@Ceetvair]

This really looks like a fantastic bike, especially for the money

[@paulmurden7621]

What Garmin mount is that please?

[@thim8009]

Sometimes I wonder if you take the fork and hock off the trek and put it on another bike how it would feel. I truly believe the slash is an awesome bike, just curious how shock and fork tunes relate to suspension design with similar geo?

[@ClarkBark14]

I just swapped from a standards DPS to the thru shaft variant on my fuel ex. Definitely feels like it has less friction and is more supple off the top. Doesn't sag or bob more, just goes from static to kinetic with less of a spike. Can't speak on reliability yet tho.

[@julianra8059]

Trek slash 8 2021 or the YT jeffsey core 2 2021?

[@weichentechnikk8083]

they are not even in the same category of bikes .....Slash or Capra that would be more reasonable question

[@kuzmajacek]

I've owned the 2022 version of Slash 8 for a few weeks now and definitely enjoy the suspension and how it handles obstacles. A few problems I noticed immediately though - shifters are way to far to the right cutting into my thumb with no way of adjusting them without moving the brake handle (which I don't want to move). Brakes are terrible, squeeky, way too spongy, brake disk wobbly brand new. With QR replaced by the through bolt, removing the front wheel for transport is a mission - forks need stretching to slot the wheel in, which is almost impossible with 1 hand, the wholes are not aligned to thread the bolt through. Not to mention that I had to push back pistons already twice by accidentally pressing the brake in transport with wheel taken off. After that each time I need to realign the calliper as the disk rubs the pads. Primitive and annoying. Whoever decides to use these wide straight handle bars has never heard of ergonomy. These are real wrist twisters. So painful to ride after 30mins, blood flow is limited to the palms and I get pins and needles feeling. With price tag of £3700 in 2022 it's massively overpriced. People seem to accept it comparing to other bikes and prices on the martket but you can buy cars for not much more with the amount of technology and features light years ahead of the bicycle.

[@fazza2104]

For £3600 you can get a carbon Vitus sommet with a fox float x2 factory, fox 38 factory and shimano xt

[@billllllllly]

yeah but a vitus mate 🤣🤣

[@robweaver5849]

I also reviewed that and it scored really well, but the Trek was just a little more impressive, despite the amazing value build on the Vitus.

[@johnnyvivic8730]

But the alum frame on this new Slash cracks all the time.. 3 out of 4 riders in my vicinity have had to take them back to Trek. Where again did you say the cost savings was being taken from? The frame?Because, if that’s the case, it applies to Trek, too.

[@dank3823]

Excellent review. I think the rockshox suspension makes this slash appealing. Not many are spec'd with it.

[@bikeradar]

Thanks for watching!

[@fazza2104]

Loads of bikes have RockShox, it’s just they use fox at a higher level

[@dank3823]

@@fazza2104 I'm referring to the slash line

[@raident29]

i'd like to know your height, i am planning to get this bike on medium

[@xandersaliba7794]

Can you guys please do a Rocky Mountain altitude vs trek slash vid because they are both some of the best enduro bikes and I’d love to see them put to test

[@bikeradar]

Thanks for the comment, unfortunately the Altitude hasn't been tested as part of Enduro Bike of The Year but we do have a video review on the Nukeproof Mega 290 Alloy Pro coming out soon 👍

[@ignaciosevil1944]

Got the p1 but now I see the 8 was the way to go

[@thomaswestmoreland2844]

Where was this filmed?

[@kijaron4320]

Can you Please make a rewiew of the YT Jeffsy Core 2 27,5?

[@PedalpunkCO]

What a snooze of a vid, tried watching three times and fell asleep each time!! Thanks for the nap!

[@robweaver5849]

You're welcome!

[@markrem6573]

Could you please test against Fezzari La Sal Comp. I think you will be pleasantly surprised.

[@lucasgavin9996]

Would it be good at jumps

[@Mediarahan003]

Seatpost insertion depth looks concerning.

[@bigbo1764]

The seat tube length isn’t that long though, so it’s not really that concerning, you could probably get a 170 dropper in their with ease, especially since trek specs them standard on their larger sized frames.

[@MrSupermugen]

my 210 oneup nearly slams.... insert dept is an irrelevant complaint, complain to the dropper makers.

[@chasedurand5205]

how much does it actually weigh on scale

[@julesharman6427]

Super review. I know Slash riders that really like them. Running a medium size with the (fixed) shorter CS is probably the most balanced size of all in terms of FC/RC ratio. If you went XL the CS stays the same although reach increases significantly; Changing rider fire/aft position. I wonder if it would feel as stable at speed as the medium ? Did you manage to try an XL ?

[@pauldavison2018]

I guess the seat tube angle isn't steep enough as that saddle slammed forward.

[@TheMTBRider96]

it isn't indeed

[@MrSupermugen]

@@TheMTBRider96 theres more to the seat angle than meets the eye... frame compactness, weight distribution , wheel spacing for suspension design... theres a reason the slash has always been very stiff.

[@the6ig6adwolf]

Was he pedaling in mid-air? @1:02

[@Tim.85]

Great review. Question: how does it compare to the Nukeproof Mega?

[@bikeradar]

Hi Tim, that's a great question. Make sure you subscribe and click that bell icon as we're publishing a video on the mega in the coming weeks! Thanks for watching, from all at BikeRadar

[@ewn7288]

I recently got the exact same slash, the slash 8 2021, and i noticed when finishing a steep climb on the 52t speed that my chain screw up if i pedal reverse while taking my breath : the chain basically leave the 52t speed to some random other speed by it self I went to a bike shop to fix this issue but they tried with no succes and told me it happens sometimes for 12 speed configuration... Anyone has the same issue?

[@simonhag4624]

Go to an other bikeshop and let them change the derailleur hanger (seems like yours got a hit). I always have one in spare… I ride 12 speed for years without having any problems (except a bent hanger)

[@dadone6917]

I want this bike to be my first full suspend bike but i dont know what size i need, im 175 cm tall

[@usbsol]

Google leelikesbikes and figure out your RAD... makes sizing a bike easier

[@mazzabazza2014]

hi if u see this comment what mountain biking shoes do you recommend for trails in the UK?

[@consuminglight]

gumboots mate.

[@durcell123]

Looks like a session.. lolol, I just pick up slash 9.8xt 2022. I haven't hit the trails yet , but soon though .

[@LeadMunitions]

Bontrager tires has caused me to crash a couple of times when they lost traction☹️ changed them immediately to maxis Assegai..no issues after!

[@victorgeenen8550]

1.72 what size ?

[@ScotHastings]

"I wanted something I could pedal uphill" said over multiple slowmo clips of them pushing bikes up mellow, highly ridable hills 😛

[@ScotHastings]

@@Griffa87 ha! Didn't see that. To be fair, that's not the bike's fault. Just indicative of a sloppy setup.

[@ScotHastings]

@@Griffa87 agreed.

[@TheMTBRider96]

@@Griffa87 proably highest paying brand

[@MrSupermugen]

@@Griffa87 fork still had a good bit of travel left... if you looked properly...

[@MrSupermugen]

@@Griffa87 are you dumb or? clearly the rider had it setup on the softer side for sure, thats a lyrik man, add a spacers and no issue... so whats the problem? enduro mtb are seriously hard on bikes and their reviews of those bikes and they loved it too....

[@mtbjunarell1545]

I have a Trek RemedY 8 but Yeti SB150 is the BEST Enduro bike for me...