2025 Trail Bikes Ranked with SCIENCE at the Pinkbike Field Test

[@TeddyParker]

Bro science aside, Dario made that climb look like a fire road. Talk about consistency. Absolute monster, didn't seem to lose only breath even after the last bike, and only dabbed in an off camber section with loose dirt. Not on the rocks/roots. Well held, Dar!

[@nathantoney.1501]

So pro

[@jonathanfrenettemarcoux7992]

I like the new format for these reviews with these four lads!! Nicely done PB!

[@MAEBikr]

I would do a different rating. I would push each bike up the climb - rating their "pushability"

[@prawnis]

no bro

[@janataman9196]

"Pushability"? You make my day.. 🤣

[@TheArrowFist]

I agree, we’ve all had to push a bike up a hill.

[@bullit4x]

I REALLY like this kind of testing. You guys, the bikes and “real world” sciency stuff for normal guys/girls with just enough knob tweaking knowledge to make us dangerous. Good stuff guys. Stay with this kind of testing. The old stuff was way too sterile/boring.

[@chrisrenda9353]

Suggestion, the bike that goes first each round should also go again last just to take away any disadvantage. No doubt you as a rider get better and more adept with each turn.

[@pacman92211]

yeah pretty unfair for the ripmo to go first in multiple of these challenges

[@andrewsadler5588]

I had the exact same thought

[@capcarloslgo4941]

100% AGREE, 1st bike should go twice

[@MonsterdonMTB]

Maybe more fair would be to do the first run (or 2) on a control bike. Perhaps using their personal bike that they're very familiar with and comfortable riding in these situations. But in fairness, there's not much to suggest if they are or aren't already familiar with the locations/challenges

[@benbenplus]

Well, congratulations to you and to me, guys 😄 This review format is the best I've seen so far. Direct comparison in different categories is the real field test. Also good: the random bike choise for each test. And the instant ranking. Maybe I would suggest to do 2 or 3 runs per test in order to confirm your personal impressions. Anyway, well done!

[@ewheeldrive]

Love the new format! Great reasonable testing in lots of applications. Dudes doing cool stuff on bikes having fun.

[@JS-sy8mo]

Dario "...threetwonego!" Next round, Henry, "Dario can you give us your nicest normal speed countdown..." Hahaha

[@cjhike2456]

This field test is great! First bit of content I have enjoyed since Levy left. Keep it up!

[@tanner_kirk]

Felt like I was hanging out with you guys with this raw style video. Loved it!

[@boblefevre7686]

Best field test. Loving the way they are going about this.

[@badfishgood]

This video format is awesome. Please do it again.

[@zac9080]

Love what you guys are doing on these videos. Thanks very much for the insight and the humor! Really loving this!

[@TheFuel89]

It's amazing how you guys can put your experience and feel into words. Definitely result of long years of riding. Top notch real world testing.

[@mr_sweez]

Damn, Henry called me out at the end there 🙃

[@luca_dierks]

new field test is like a whole multi episode show. i'm here for it.

[@ricardosalcedo2824]

It's a great way to watch a bike test. Clearly, they all work!

[@Nullking_]

From owning 2 Rocky’s now, I have found for my liking I tend to go down volume spacers in the rear and go up a little more air pressure and it balances the bike out more for me. It reduces the harsh bottom out, and gives a little more mid stroke support without being too soft.

[@jlh530i1]

fun video, entertaining, light, but still shares a lot about each bike

[@konradchristen]

I enjoy this style of testing and appreciate how much time it takes to perform. I think it bikes aren’t ridden on the same terrain on the same day, it’s difficult to judge how similar/different they are. Great work boys/girls. Oh yeah I’m totally not on the clock right now

[@BasicBodThor]

This is a great way to do tests. Hope the next field test has this format

[@RexJohnson-z5k]

Thumbs up on this format. Well done!

[@alexh.4068]

I like this set of tests this year. Improvement.

[@tahoeebikes]

Best testing format thus far for sure. 10/10!

[@c3h4organic97]

Very well done. You guys rock.ALL OF YOU!!

[@MasterChronometer]

Most riders aren’t on the clock, comfort and confidence are key in a trail bike.

[@MicahStovallyt]

Best pinkbike video yet

[@joshuabeaven2548]

Not scientific but most relatable. Love this style of content!

[@the_pr0cess]

Pretty surprised with how poorly the Ripmo performed given the rave reviews elsewhere. Definitely nice to have different perspectives

[@rokkazoen]

Right! I’ve been eyeing the Ripmo but this review really has me second guessing.

[@bubbastard]

Seems like it’s not as good as the old one. Or they didn’t have the rear shock set up correctly.

[@JJMilk]

Keep it up. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 loved the tests. 😎

[@knott4me561]

The top gear of the bike world....loved it .

[@alexh.4068]

good job measuring how loud henry yells as he goes down the chute lol

[@fat82much]

Really enjoyed this test format. Acknowledges the subjective side of mountain biking. Keep it up!

[@skiMTB]

If thats the case, "OH, SHIT!" definitely counts on the decible meter!😂😂😂

[@nathantoney.1501]

Zany. Love it. FUN!!!!!!

[@LeeLeysonn]

nice series ! :)

[@flyingnorseman]

should have given him the reverse mohawk

[@alexfink969]

Wish would would have done the yeti sb140 In this test

[@cosminandrei6456]

haha! you guys took a really chill and relaxed approach to this comparison. don't know why but I keep wondering how these would stack up against a good trail bike 5 years ago ? take the pole stamina 140 for instance ...

[@richhb14]

Awesome, I like it a lot.

[@phrides]

Feels very much like you need to do a second round of comparisons for the lighter trail bikes, or create a new category between "downcountry" and trail and really piss people off.

[@francisdee9955]

really cool video!

[@Yimchifung]

i love this test😜

[@mkrj2576]

Great video. Thanks. Dig the climbing test. Any bike is fun on the dh, but not on the climbs.

[@plainuser48596]

Hope there will be section about "Trail Trials". Just so we know if these bikes are any good at some one wheel or precision fun

[@veljkoradovic9884]

Levy would be proud

[@petewill87]

I bet the Mayhem 140 is pretty similar to the Revel Rascal or the Yeti 140. I would buy the mayhem if it weren't for the price, not spending more than 4K for a mountain bike. Luckily Revel has a 40% sale right now and I snagged a Rascal.

[@lachcurtis5503]

Henry what hydro pack you running?

[@HowToGetMoreMetal]

Love it

[@TheBald0ne]

Setting the sag and adjustments to middle on all bikes just tells us which bike has its optimal setting in the middle. That isn't real world, I would have much rather seen you set the bikes up how you would normally ride them and then run the tests.

[@justind5262]

To be fair, these guys are right around what the bike industry considers average. They should be shipped with the proper tune o to ride decently in the middle settings.

[@HansCabanero]

How do all of these bikes compare to the Trek Fuel EX?

[@prawnis]

surpised that the ripmo is so low

[@brokenlegz]

4:00 can’t remember the name 5:20 but remembers all this stuff lol

[@Nickubus99]

Man I aint seen no one dab in time! haha

[@leonpeckson]

Dario - if you’ve ever heard of vocal fry. It’s really interesting because you speak almost completely with vocal fry. Not a judgement or anything. Just an observation. Does it hurt the throat?

[@50whatnomadtravelnursemtb5]

These tests are fine but it’s just one riders opinion. But fair enough.

[@caseyhill7419]

Did they all have the same drive trains?

[@ref498]

I have an alloy Patrol and it makes the same pinging sound at 32:18. anyone know how to quiet that down?

[@fuyrides]

nice video❤

[@ronlind1757]

So... Yeti SB140 for the win

[@joshaceto377]

Link for the grey Rapha jersey

[@hannesnohl8627]

I miss Levy so much.

[@sunday_funday7765]

Too bad there is no Trek. Pinkbike always picks their main sponsor as the winner.

[@fraserjudd9483]

Speaking of etymology, do people still say "Yellow Peril" ?! (5:05)

[@oogens1337]

Yeah, weird comment

[@ChristianEilers]

I think I have seen a lot worse tests. Some trends have me all… paid review much? But it‘s defo fun to watch.

[@joshtp1234]

I think it's really dumb that you didn't include last year's winner as well

[@prawnis]

is this mt seymour or the north shore?

[@leetlau]

Whistler

[@casestudymtb]

So Henry mentioned that all the bikes were set @30% sag with adjustments in the middle... wouldn't it make more sense to test with the manufacturer recommend settings for your air pressure instead? Probably gives them a better chance of performing as intended, or at least gets the performance closer to a consumers first ride. Might be my only thought as far as potential changes goes.

[@ervin7178]

Most manufacturers recommend a sag number.

[@casestudymtb]

@@ervin7178 They typically recommend a sag range, not necessarily a single percentage, but either the suspension brand or the bike manufacturer will always provide recommendations for rebound and compression settings based on the air pressure needed to get to your target sag.

[@konradchristen]

Big oof for Rocky Mountain all the way around

[@appletvbridge3254]

Any reason there are no Trek bikes?

[@trentvlak]

Ripmo felt slowest and was slowest lol

[@ComradeMozorov]

2025 trail bikes? Back to back?

[@grantwilliams2912]

👏🙂👍

[@nathantoney.1501]

THS👆= just what we needed. Great job boys

[@alexh.4068]

why sound? come on. just do it by feel. also why all at 30% sag.. different shocks.. different suspension designs..

[@RIDINDIRTYMA]

To make it more realistic you should have normal folk like me come do the test. We aren't all pros. I mean what does the guy in his late 40s who only rides 4 days week think. I'd even do it pro bono

[@ridemx323]

Ripmo, more like ripless

[@rmhfpv9225]

if he's yelling oh my god while riding won't that affect the sound test?

[@edmundhodgson2572]

Mmmm, the test was good but the haircut, stick to your day job Henry....

[@mototarka]

Testing bikes with same forks, same shocks and saying one was smoother than the other, come on... it's like bragging the cheapest one at blind wine tasting...

[@ed._mtb]

im early pls like mtb network massive fan amazing video!!!!

[@thicjim7812]

I think this has to be the most useless test you’ve all done yet. Yeah if you ride a trail 8 times in a row their is a good chance you’re going to get faster

[@janataman9196]

That´s true, but the description of the subjective feeling of the performance of the bikes is in my opinion a good way to express the individual characteristic of the bikes. The real times were not so interesting. I like this type of testing, anyway..