Best Value MTB Dirt Jumpers | Spring 2023 Buyer Guide

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Have you found any great deals? What's your favorite dirt jumper?

[@timi0621]

Rose the Bruce, commencal absolut RS, airdrop fade works

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

@@timi0621 I keep forgetting about the Bruce. It's a gorgeous bike!

[@stephenhawkes5889]

No Norco Rampage? I came here looking for a better deal in Canada. With pricing on the YT in Canada I'd opt for a Chromag instead. Way better components.

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

@stephenhawkes5889 The Rampage was nowhere to be found when I made the video. Looks like they just got a bunch as I'm seeing them available everywhere now.

[@stephenhawkes5889]

@@AdrenalineIsLife Oh yeah, Norco had no bikes for a while (at least mtb and dj).

[@BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT]

I wanted to buy the YT Dirt Love core 1, but I missed the long Frame! And then the sale hit, so I scored the core 2 for $1'200 and $99 for Shipping. I bought this basically for the long Frame, because I am 6'5" tall. I couldn't pass it up!!!

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Solid deal! Enjoy!

[@alexandrestoppa7065]

Acho interessante mas pra molecada Mtb praticantes de Parkour tem esse perfil pra etfs

[@jbear9989]

This is a good YT channel. When I was getting into DJ I saw the spank tweet build. Ur a dirt jumper guardian angel

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Thank you for sticking with the channel since the beginning! 🙏 I still have the Tweet. It's due for some maintenance. Maybe time for a new video. 🙂

[@865Ryan]

The cro-hawk has been so much fun on the pump track here in south knoxville, tn. im new to that particular sport so I cant speak on how good it is comparatively to the others on this list but I bought it because of the price point. So far so good. I did end up putting some SE bmx chain tensioners on it to keep the chain from slipping. Rides smooth now. Im 5'11 and weigh about 220lbs hope this helps anyone looking. I've had it for about a month now

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

I know a few people with Cro-hawks, and they love em. Enjoy! The pump track at Baker Creek is a lot of fun.

[@hunterguy2627]

Bro we should ride together sometime! I'm new to jump bikes as well and would love to get together and shred sometime I'm in Cleveland but don't mind driving up to Knoxville sometime to spend the afternoon riding:)

[@_sticks_]

@@hunterguy2627 cliffs bike park?

[@865Ryan]

@hunterguy2627 man I'm up there a lot. maybe I'll run into you sometime. cheers

[@hunterguy2627]

@@_sticks_ where's that at?

[@joshuahershberger4120]

I was looking at getting the Gt la bomba. But now I kinda like that propain trickshot. Seems like a good build right out of the box.

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

It's ready for anything out of the box. The Bomber DJ is 🤌

[@JaredRMorgan]

Sweet text animations! This was well put together and informative.

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Thanks Jared! 🤜

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

I channeled a little Cure Cycling in this one. 😀

[@WilliamBeaver-tb9nt]

I have a hard tail 29 and it is a beast on any terrain especially at the trexler national preserve here in Allentown Pennsylvania

[@MTBTrailSherpa]

Great T-shirt! Your presentation was BONKERS!! Great info and graphic presentation. LOL. Bikes direct?? You point to the corner at 9:43 saying watch this video but nothing comes up. Love the ending....

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Thanks Rico! 😁 I tried to put the end screen there but it's too early. There should be a card at that point.

[@tjacobemxw109]

I recently purchased The Airborne Skyhawk and it is an amazing bike out of the box

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

I know a few people who have the Skyhawk and they love it.

[@ftrujillomunizaga]

You got me at Billy Bonkers 😂, liked and subscribed!

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

😃 Thanks and welcome!!!

[@HajrhJsjcjus-oe5ek]

Im riding a Ns Metropolis at the time, and it's the same geometry as their other Dirtjumper. So If you want a great bike of any price, you need to check those Ns bikes out

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

NS has some great bikes. Enjoy!

[@WorldwideDarts]

That SE DJ HD is on sale right now and I'm thinking about pulling the trigger on it. I'd ditch the black tires and get myself some Maxxis DTH skinwall tires.

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Super good deal right now. It would look good with skinwalls.

[@HomiesAdventures]

Damn that Polygon trid hardtail is a gorgeous bike. With a bmx track a 5 min drive away and a new 4 acer pump track being built 20 min away. I need it in my stable

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

The Trid is such a good bike!

[@Laurinmtb]

Im absolutely in love with the propain. I’m 100% gonna get it. I just checked: it’s only 1249€ in Germany currently

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

It's a really good bike!

[@alexanderletheren820]

Thanks so much for this video, ive been looking to upgrade my dj and all the forums online just repeatedly suggest the alcatraz, jackal, absolut etc

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

You're welcome! Glad this was helpful. There are lot's of good options out there it's hard to cover them all.

[@alshal3638]

The ending was the best.

[@AlexUnleashed222]

What about the Specialized P 4 ?

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

@alextucker8624 It's a 27.5. I've ridden it and it jumps. If you're a taller rider or want something more stable, it's a decent option.

[@AlexUnleashed222]

@@AdrenalineIsLife true true you could ride 26 with it. I was thinking about getting one to be honest or I was just gonna do a soundwave Sunday BMX bike.

[@AlexUnleashed222]

And you didn’t put up the P3 either

[@Endurel]

Great video!! Thanks!! ❤️🙏🏻

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@khattrimtb89]

Put Banshee AMP aswell 🙂

[@suelablaku9143]

Mine is the 2 one i look wery goid ❤

[@reidcoleman7176]

Thoughts on the norco rampage 2? Im 5'10 and like the idea of having a bit more reach with the large frame. I also found one on sale for $1060

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

The frame is good, but it's not a good value at all. The Rampage 2 is spec'd like a $600 dirt jumper.

[@matigol360]

Great video about dirt jump bikes. In chile this bikes are dificult to buy due to low stock. Here we can buy commencal absolut starting at US$1.200 until US$2.176. And GT la bomba US$570.

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Those seem like good prices. The Labomba is more expensive in the USA

[@matigol360]

Perhaps Lo Bomba at US include some air fork. Here sellers offer la bomba with coil fork

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

@matigol360 The cheapest La Bomba we have right now has a rigid fork is about $1000.

[@matthewmccarthy6133]

Thoughts on the cannondale dave?

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

I did a dedicated video about the Dave here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hH_OZYmQfL9rqsksi=tl0hqI3_Jtacu4s9

[@thegrommechanic6265]

Can't decide! Trickshot or Dirtlove? I got a badmint tyee so wasabi would be repetitive, but it comes with a pike. The trickshot would be lit but i'd have 2 propains

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

One is Chromo and the other Aluminum. I would go with feel preference. Steel is super strong. Aluminum is lightweight. Either is a good choice IMO.

[@cameronallan3771]

What about the norco rampage 2 or the DJ from specialized

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

The Norco frame is good. The spec is not so good for the money. If you can get one for less than $1k it's a better deal. The P3 is a great DJ, and it's a little more expensive.

[@cameronallan3771]

@@AdrenalineIsLife perfect thank you yea I'm looking at a budget of $1200 to $1500 Australian

[@Jazz-u5l]

is the 2022 Transition PBJ a good Bike?

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Yes. Very good bike.

[@Karnage_gg]

Would you suggest a Evil Faction II

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Yes, it's a decent spec for the cost and you get a choice of sizes.

[@guzzisan21]

Thoughts on giant stp 26?

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

It's more of an XC/general purpose bike than a dedicated dirt jumper. It's good if you need a bike to get around on and dirt jump once in a while.

[@laserkotten]

The bruce is actually best value hand down

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

The Bruce is a great deal for sure!

[@858mbhamilton]

The SE DJ ripper is on sale for $699!!

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

I saw that! Awesome deal! The fork alone costs $400!

[@JayDeeTee]

The Bruce 2 from Rose at 1100€ with RS Pike ist best value for money

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Solid deal. I wish we could get this in the USA.

[@lukegrice2548]

Picked up a brand new Mongoose Fireball for £99.. What do you think?

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

👏👏 Fantastic deal!

[@Karnage_gg]

I’m about to buy a trick shot and the size chart isn’t very clear do you know what size would be best for someone 5’8” looking to use it at pump track/ doing tricks like 360s, barspins, no handers, etc.

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

S/M if you want to do tricks. The L/XL would be a more stable bike for racing and going fast.

[@Karnage_gg]

Thank you!!! Love the content

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

@@Karnage_gg happy to help! 🙂 Thanks for watching.

[@Travisthenics]

Hey i am 6'2" and am looking for an affordable Dirt Jumper for riding on some dirt jumps at my house. They are big, small and technical jumps on a slight decent and in a ravine. i want a bike that will not be too small for me so that i can keep my back as safe as possible. but on that will allow me to learn to throw the bike around in the air. out of this list the two best bikes i am looking at for me are the Polygon Trid Hardtail and the Airborne Crowhawk. will be my first dirt jump buy so any advice i can get will be EXTREMELY helpful. Thanks heaps!! edit: a low bottom bracket would be nice also. and i see on the Crowhawk that it has 3' raised handlebars! that is fantastic. also do you know what currency each of these bikes are??? that is all 😅

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Dirt jumpers typically will have higher bottom brackets by their nature. It helps with bunny hops and jumps. The Trid is going to weigh less. It has an air fork with a beefier design as well as a slightly lower bottom bracket than the Cro Hawk. It's also the more expensive of the two. Currency is US Dollars.

[@Travisthenics]

@@AdrenalineIsLife Thanks heaps mate!! Im trying to find a cheaper DJ with higher than normal stack height. As i will be riding dirt jumps for hours at a time so i want my back to not be stressed out.

[@fartymcparty]

the airborn crowhard is 1.2k now?

[@Softballcrazy]

What frame size for someone who is 5’8”?

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

It depends on the bike.

[@shubhdubey9525]

I have a question should i convert my hybrid bike with only first suspension 21 speed 26" tyres to a dirt jumper bike ? It was my first bike and its kinda 8 yrs old now and i want to try something different currently not in a mood to buy a new one

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

I really don't know. I'm not sure I would trust a hybrid frame on jumps.

[@APOCLAG]

How about GT La Bomba?

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Great bike, and it's on sale right now.

[@apathy01]

Holding my breath until I can order a Canyon Stitched 720 into the USA...a boy can dream 😔

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Idk why they don't sell it here. People would buy it.

[@apathy01]

I've tried talking to them about 2-3 times. I was told that the US employees cant even order one for themselves, along with any bike from the line up that isn't sold stateside. I've seen 720 sell on pinkbike for almost $5k @@AdrenalineIsLife

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

@apathy01 $5k lol. It ain't that nice. I'm curious as to why. I wonder if there's some patent issue that prevents it from being sold here.

[@apathy01]

I think it has to do with their US store be located down near LA and most of their inventory caters to road bikes. They just must not see the MTB market wanting this or maybe too much competition? thats my best guess. @@AdrenalineIsLife

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

@apathy01 yeah. Who knows. Slopestyle is a small niche, too.

[@maddenbarber]

can we get a 2024 version ?

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Good idea!

[@jamesweldon8118]

I’ve been watching the Dj’s go from $800 to 500 to 300 on wiggle. I’m waiting for my tax return to snag one

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

I saw those. $300 for the Octane Ones is a solid price, but they want $300 for shipping to the US. 😱

[@PureRiding]

​@@AdrenalineIsLife if it's just a frame to build, buy from wiggle. Shipping is 40 US but takes another week or two

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

@Drake Bacon the frames are cheaper to ship for sure. There are good deals on frames too.

[@GHOSTsq]

Look up 040 BERGAMONT Kiez 040

[@luismacias247]

Would you choose se dj or cro hawk

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

I would jump all over the SE right now. It's on sale cheap. www.citygrounds.com/collections/sale/products/10bx-se3311

[@luismacias247]

Thanks been so indecisive 😂

[@luismacias247]

Is grounds legit

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

@luismacias247 yes they a legit retailer

[@Theredplatformdude]

Hey bro can I ask something, is that all bikes are 26er?

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Most dirt jumpers are 26

[@Theredplatformdude]

@@AdrenalineIsLife do you think 27.5 frame is good for me?

[@3kidsmtb]

Make a 24 inch list

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

That's a tough one these days but it can be done.

[@mattiasvanoverbeke1831]

The best value dj is a canyon stitched 360 pro in my opinion

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

I'm happy to see they lowered the price on it.

[@Bueller611]

Agreed. I'd have one if they offered it in the US

[@mattiasvanoverbeke1831]

@@AdrenalineIsLife can’t go wrong for 1.4k on that bike, only weak point are the rims, but the yt dirt love has the same ones, at a higher price

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

@@mattiasvanoverbeke1831 The Propain really impressed me. Those three German bike companies have some great offerings.

[@mattiasvanoverbeke1831]

@@AdrenalineIsLife delivery date of the propain is june, propain often delivers later then the expected delivery date, my brother ordered a new stitched 360 pro a week or 2 ago, he had it 3 days later, the geometry of the yt is bad compared to the canyon and the propain comes with a lot of issues and terrible wheels, i’ve ridden all 3, i know people with all 3, the canyon is far better then the 2 others in my opinion

[@BullyGovJ4F7775]

Just went to buy the Trickshot and it's almost a 3 month wait for different decal colors?? smfh Well, they lost a customer.

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

That's a bummer

[@1972mdc]

Curious why you didn’t include the DMR Sect? Seems like a long time fav and reasonable

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Great bike but, It's hard to get in North America. I was going to include the DMR Rythym in an updated frameset video as it's more readily available for some reason.

[@1972mdc]

@@AdrenalineIsLife makes sense - great bike just didn’t realize how hard they were to get (unless you pay $$$ to shop them)

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

@Matt Crane I'm always drooling over those European hardtails and dirt jumpers, but yeah, they're costly to ship, and some companies won't ship to the US at all.

[@mikeditsler6539]

Cannondale Dave...

[@SuperMandme]

Excite?

[@BullyGovJ4F7775]

bro you're killing me. Any of the decent DJ in your list are discontinued or not available. YT is gone.

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Lol. Don't look at me. I made this video months ago.

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

Hey! Just saw this in an email. Not the Core 2, but it's in stock and on sale. Don't ever say your friendly neighborhood KZbinr doesn't think about their viewers. 😃 us.yt-industries.com/products/bikes/dirtlove/core-1/582/dirt-love-core-1/?July_Drops+(US

[@benjamin.schmidt]

cannondale dave

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

The Dave. Enjoy! 😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/hH_OZYmQfL9rqsk

[@EvanHarp]

Jumpers are the easiest bikes 2 build yourself.

[@AdrenalineIsLife]

For sure! I love building bikes.

[@SulfuricBirdman622]

Nah. Verde Vertex all day.

[@Ghost-js4cn]

Mafiabikes blackjack d only 350$

[@eddiebrockone7144]

Mtb is for the weak learn some real skill and get a BMX