Best Made in the USA Enduro??? - Guerrilla Gravity Megatrail Review & BIke Check

[@kristiankyllingmark4552]

i wish i had this job. testing different bikes. congrats on 8k subs

[@th_js]

Yeah agree, couldn't even imagine how SICK AND AWESOME it would be!!

[@DailyMTBRider]

I wish I got paid for it guys! I just do this because I love it. Yes, some bike shops like sixes pit and Fanatik give me a free demo to help the cause, but besides that, it's all funded by me!

[@joebullington4997]

Always a great review... Hope you enjoyed Elijay. There are tons of trails up in that region.

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks Joe! And I had a great time, made me want to come back soon!

[@BryanJacksonLives]

Nice review. Thanks for not leaving out the negatives. That part matters. Let me know next time you're in the Canton, GA area and we'll go ride some other stuff. The Bearhoti loop is fun but there is so much more. Ride on.

[@OutdoorGold]

Its kind of funny you could an "All" Colorado bike in GA lol. Nice review and keep riding everyday!

[@DailyMTBRider]

I thought the same thing! It was fun to represent Colorado though! And you bet I'll keep riding everyday!

[@leifostrum9597]

Definitely a bike on my list. It's a great company and nice review! I broke my ankle so biking is on standby atm.

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks man and it is a great company! Heal up quick, injuries are the worst, but if you work hard you'll be back on the bike soon!

[@ethanh.8460]

This is such a cool looking bike! The star and top tube instructions are a really nice touch. Congrats on 8k by the way, I swear weren’t we just watching a 4K stream like last week?

[@DailyMTBRider]

It feels like it was just last week Ethan! I remember you jumped on the channel early and it has grown a ton in the last few months! Thanks for sticking with me!

[@ethanh.8460]

Daily MTB Rider it’s easy to do when the videos stay entertaining and informative, keep it up!

[@CobraKyle]

Great review Josh! More bike than I need, but looks like a fun time.

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks Kyle, and it's more bike than I need too, that's for sure!

[@adchristian80]

Great review. Good thing with this bike is with a shorter stroke shock you have GG's other bike the Shred Dogg. Two bikes in 1 🤘

[@DailyMTBRider]

That's what I call a win win!

[@Pokemiki303]

I rode this bike at trestle bike park and you are rigth its so much fun it kills every downhill track they have but more importantly thanks for the remider to go ride..imma go ride peace bro

[@DailyMTBRider]

Nice Miguel - not get out there and have fun riding!

[@rrrodgers89]

I have a megatrail in that same exact color here in Seattle. I feel its a great bike for this area. And I agree with it being super planted... A coil shock adds even more to it. Keep up the great video's

[@DailyMTBRider]

Great to hear and I'll keep making them! Be sure to come up to Bellingham to ride with me! BTW - what size is your GG? I may need to try it!

[@rrrodgers89]

I am on a medium (height: 5'-10") I went a little overboard with it (170 mrp ribbon, push 11-6, magura brakes (mt5) , and I9 wheels).... I feel like I have a problem but I'm ok with it.

[@yam831]

Interesting review and cool channel. I've got a Megatrail (coil rear shock) and find it to climb quite well, especially techy, punchy climbs. It's got a super steep STA that keeps me over the cranks and it peddles efficiently. On longer XC oriented climbs is it fast? No, as you said, it's an AM/Enduro oriented bike, but in my opinion it climbs as well or better than anything I've ridden it the same class, and better than many with slacker STA's like the SC Bronson, Yeti's etc. In trail mode it's actually fairly playful especially for being a "big bike", in gravity mode, it's fast and planted.

[@DailyMTBRider]

I can't disagree with you Yam831 - especially since I only had two days of riding on it. I'd love to try one built up stock and possibly in a size small to see how playful it can be. Thanks for writing and I'm stoked you dig the channel!

[@AlexSantos-eo9kl]

I own this bike. Best bike I've ever ridden. Climbs better than my Scott Spark and has a huge margin for error.

[@JW23551]

Thanks for this review! I live 30 mins from the RideGG shop, I, definitely taking one out soon.

[@DailyMTBRider]

I'd be demoing all their bikes if I was over there! They seem like a great brand to live by!

[@AlexDutyBMXMTB]

Great video man!😀 That bike shreds!

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks Alex, and you bet it does!

[@on1ytheb3st]

Great review interesting looking bike to say the least. Hoping that Scout review is coming soon haha

[@DailyMTBRider]

I've reached out to Transition about getting a demo, haven't heard back from them. I may just need to fork over the 40 bucks for it!

[@on1ytheb3st]

Haha no worries just very curious about how it rides. Not really any demo fleets over here on the east coast

[@monstervlogster1157]

Josh, thanks for the review man....just by the looks of it i didnt think you were going to say that many good things about it lol gotta try it one day!

[@DailyMTBRider]

I’m a firm believer hag every bike was created for a purpose and therefore has strengths and weaknesses - and this bikes strengths we’re going fast and having fun! Thanks for watching man!

[@Thealdon_47]

Great review man, awesome looking bike.

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks Justin! It is a sweet bike for sure!

[@antiherobc]

Sweet video my Bru

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks Wayne!

[@daveandmerlin]

I see they had Orange there ....you need to demo them ! Wicked fun and the Stage 6 is a rapid bike

[@DailyMTBRider]

I'd love to try Orange bikes, they just don't have a ton where I'm at in the PNW!

[@MattPayne1]

Thanks for doing this review. You mentioned this not being an all-rounder. If would be cool to do a follow-up review with a shred dogg conversion. E.g just a short travel shock(an possibly fork) one could have all their bases covered. I have a Smash on order right now. Smash uses the same shock as the Shred dogg. GG will sell just the seat stay so one can convert between the Smash & SD (and megatrail).

[@DailyMTBRider]

That's what I love about GG - they offer any set up you could want and need. I'd love to review the shred dogg, but there aren't any nearby. Hopefully I can one day soon!

[@carltonhobkirk8644]

Hey Matt, have you gotten your smash yet? Was thinking about doing the same thing and getting two shocks and a seat stay and have the smash, MT and SD. Between that and the ripmo right now

[@da_sevi6944]

Nice Video Dude ! You should try out the Canyon Spectral 2019. I think thats what your looking for. 😊✌

[@jcmymtb1258]

Cool color, reminds me the 2016 pink bronsom, best color scheme ever.....

[@DailyMTBRider]

That pink bronson was a love hate color - I sure loved it though. I was digging this purple too!

[@raupenimmersatt6906]

Flex LCS Its like the Commencal Meta SX from 2014/15. Was nuts in real.

[@th_js]

Love this channel Josh!!

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks Tomi! I love making videos for you guys to watch!

[@livefreeandshred9818]

Nice! Sounds like an American version of the Commencal Meta AM V4.2

[@DailyMTBRider]

It's a lot like the Meta - very beefy and designed to go downhill!

[@tylerrinck7060]

You should try a smash! You can demo on in Longview wa btw at proper cycle werks. It's a beast

[@DailyMTBRider]

I want to try a smash so bad! Seems like it'd fit my riding style more than an megatrail. I'll be sure to go try one next time I'm in the area!

[@tylerrinck7060]

Daily MTB Rider you'll love it man I was out there and took it to larch last month it was a blast. You need to try it with a coil to. Super supple

[@DailyMTBRider]

Coils are my jam, especially on a progressive frame like this, I know it will be fun!

[@Jacksquatch69]

Nice Review! Still trying to find the time to finish my Smash :)

[@DailyMTBRider]

You have to finish it! That way I can come bug you to ride it!

[@Jacksquatch69]

i.imgur.com/P8yTTph.jpg Its done :).

[@MTBFlowRider]

Yeah Dude! I wonder if anyone demo's these in NorCal would be cool to check out.

[@DailyMTBRider]

Guerrilla Gravity has you covered - ridegg.com/find-demo - looks like there's 2 shops in Cali, but could be no where near you. I wish they had some demos closer to where I'm at!

[@MTBFlowRider]

Daily MTB Rider might have to make a trip to Morro Bay!

[@DailyMTBRider]

That'd be a great day of riding for sure!

[@trailbunny2309]

I just got one of there Pedalheads... great bike

[@DailyMTBRider]

After riding the Megatrail I want to try a Pedalhead so bad!

[@nightspirits5608]

I love your vids keep it up

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks "The Biker" - and you bet I will!

[@stalpinho]

Looks like a nice bike. At least there are some negatives in this review. I just can't believe every bike is a downhill machine and mountain goat on the climb as well. Most reviews suggest that though.

[@DailyMTBRider]

I totally hear you man. I'm a firm believer that every bike has pros and cons. This bike does not climb anything like a goat, and anyone who says it does is straight up lying. But, like I said, it's one of the best descenders I've seen. Thanks for stopping by!

[@chawkins45ify]

My last bike was a megatrail and I always tell people that's the most confident descending bike ive ever ridden, how ever it didn't handle switchback or steep and tech y climbs well. I wanted a bike that was a better all around but didn't sacrifice too much on the downs compared to the GG. I now own a evil wreckoning and love it, especially with the ohlins stx22.

[@DailyMTBRider]

I totally agree with you Colt! And being that I have a Wrecker, I strongly agree they're a little more well rounded. But man, I can't to take a meagtrail to whistler so bad!

[@chawkins45ify]

Daily MTB Rider I've been tying to sell my megatrail frame with no luck so I'm thinking I may keep it to make a park bike out of it. With a 180 fork and a coil shock it's a monster!

[@DailyMTBRider]

That would make it one heck of a beast! Also remember, spring and early summer are a great time to sell because a lot of people are looking to upgrade

[@chawkins45ify]

How did this bike climb compared to your wreckoning? I have a wrecker now and I'm tempted to get another MT (I had 1st gen). Mine sucked at climbing and was way too low but it looks like they've addressed most issues.

[@CottonTheMoth]

Correction, the 2018 has 30mm more dropper seatpost insertion depth ;)

[@DailyMTBRider]

Hey hey hey, you learn something new everyday! Thanks for sharing!

[@fredo_jacob]

sick one my dude

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks Fredo! That means a lot!

[@rmack611]

I would own a trail pistol if I haven’t found out about them a week after I bought mine lol I do like my jeffsy though

[@DailyMTBRider]

Hey there's nothing wrong with your Jeffsy man! But GG does make some sweet rides!

[@seattleapex7817]

Great content!

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks Mayblo! I'm happy you like it!

[@alexandergarland77]

So you are in Atlanta and did not look up the most famous Georgia mountain biker himself right here in the top corner you know the guy named Alex ...#AL2SmoothTheMountainBiker I'm so mad I missed it but I'm glad you had a good time though

[@DailyMTBRider]

hahaha! Oh I've heard of him, but with his luxury life style I didn't want to bother him 😉! If I'm ever out there again I'll be sure to let you know Alex!

[@alexandergarland77]

Luxury lifestyle he says haha please I'm trying to be like you when I grow up I do not have a luxury lifestyle I promise you that but there is a benefit to not having kids or being married and when you by yourself well you don't have to worry about anybody next time you come Thru look me up I'll gladly make the drive up to Atlanta would not mind riding with one of my favorite mountain bikers

[@DailyMTBRider]

Hahaha maybe one day we'll both live that lux life! And you're too kind man, I'll definitely let you know if I'm in the area again!

[@alexandergarland77]

Daily MTB Rider yeah man one day I love you to come down here and check out the Augusta Canal I'm an hour and a half away from Atlanta but most times I'm up in Atlanta for work or you know other business next time you're around give me a look up we could do a video together

[@DailyMTBRider]

Sounds like a plan my man!

[@tommymeowth]

Is this your new bike sponsor???

[@davidbball13]

How would you say this bike jumps? Looking to buy one for 95% lift access riding. Love riding jump trails, how would this be?

[@DailyMTBRider]

I think it would be perfect as a lift access bike! It's the next best thing to a DH Bike!

[@kristiankyllingmark4552]

i cant ride my bike today. -20 in norway now. i miss summer

[@th_js]

Same here in Finland 😐

[@kristiankyllingmark4552]

sad

[@DailyMTBRider]

That's brutal guys! Don't worry though, Spring and Summer are coming!

[@th_js]

Daily MTB Rider thanks for cheering up 😀

[@kristiankyllingmark4552]

i hope soo :P

[@Me_ThatsWho]

so in your opinion, what is currently your favorite all around (or AM) bike(s) ?

[@DailyMTBRider]

Mid travel 29ers my friend!

[@fatyowls]

Was that an orange alpine at the beginning, made in Halifax UK..

[@Jbagel1]

I wouldn't call MRP small. They've been making chain guides since the 90's. New to the suspension market tho

[@DailyMTBRider]

You are right my friend! I meant new in there suspension!

[@Kaedenfu]

Yeahhh sixes pit🤙🤙🤙

[@DailyMTBRider]

Dude, they are so awesome! I can't say enough good stuff about Angel and the crew there!

[@mtbcrankaddict8634]

good review

[@DailyMTBRider]

Thanks man! That means a lot!

[@MloVisual]

you really need to clean the Raleigh. As good as she looks in mud she looks better washed. :)

[@DailyMTBRider]

So true my friend! My hose was frozen when I needed to wash it, so it'll have that rugged look for a bit!

[@britshell]

It looks pretty good, and I like the fact that it's made in the Civilized world.

[@DailyMTBRider]

It's a good looking bike, and yes it's made in the USA which is civilized, but to be fair most of the world is too 😉

[@mtbboy1993]

This bike was quite interesting to me, but I am sceptical about the FSA headset, I crushed FSA bearings in few weeks of riding. I guess I am a speed demon, but also a climb demon. my bike is quite flickable and quite nice downhill, but steering is not great if set up to fit me, so So longer slacker seems like a good idea for me, but of course, this can be overdone. that shop looks well organized. I see the frame has double jointed pivots, with bearings being secured on both sides, so they won't dislocate with heavy shredding, on my fuel ex they dislocate, So I recommend to stay away from Trek full suspension bikes, cus they are junk. This frame is clearly better than my Fuel ex, which is a pain in the ass. my search for the ultimate bike has gone away from the more usual well-known brands, for the msot part giant and trek seems to be very popular, btu htey got their flaws.

[@DailyMTBRider]

Great points and if you're looking for strength and durability, I'd say look at Guerrilla Gravity, Kona, and Transition. Just my thoughts, thanks for commenting Johannes!

[@mtbboy1993]

I have seen some nasty bent Kona bikes, but that was a long time ago, but I see that a lot think all Kona's will break or bend, But I have not researched Kona bikes a lot, but their previous Proscess suspension platform sounded like a bad idea, but not see any reviews on the new bike yet. just because their bikes were not that great I the past does not mean they are now, completely different designs, probably engineers too.

[@mtbboy1993]

Kona definitely looks like it's better than the trek frames.

[@mtbboy1993]

Shame Kona onyl offers complete bikes, and don't offer frames only.

[@DailyMTBRider]

That is a bummer about Kona. You could always buy a complete and part it out - it's a lot more work though!

[@denismacfarlane255]

I wish people would stop calling it shram when its SRAM

[@DailyMTBRider]

I do my best to say it the right way, but I've said it wrong for years so it comes out a lot!

[@mattroy8629]

If you are gonna make a bike check you should know more about it..... ''the grips are..I dunno''.. ''the tires are 2.3 or 2.4''.... EX511 not 513 you could have edited that.. just saying.

[@DailyMTBRider]

I totally hear you Matt - I made the review video a few days after I rode and it forgot. I'll try to do better next time!

[@click6472]

Hallo

[@DailyMTBRider]

Hey hey!

[@kawirider338]

In my opinion, if you have to lock out the suspension, it's not a good climbing bike at all.

[@DailyMTBRider]

I can agree to that. But for the travel and intended use, it climbed pretty good.

[@udaysapra8821]

4th

[@DailyMTBRider]

Nailed it!

[@udaysapra8821]

Daily MTB Rider I'm a big fan of ur work keep it up man !!!!

[@RATBURL]

Cables everywhere 👎

[@DailyMTBRider]

So true - it need s little love to clean it up!