Calibre's $1,400 Bossnut Review: The Boss of Low Cost | 2020 Pinkbike Field Trip

[@fireblade1986]

non-Boost spacing is awsome ... means you can buy used premium wheels from people who need the latest and greatest

[@renjisama4630]

LeaLöwin You are allright. It’s exactly what I do

[@johanoseroff9081]

@@renjisama4630 So true, im thinking about swapping back to a non boost 27,5 reign advanced 1 i can get dirt cheap just to throw upgrades at it that cost way less then my modern mid travel 29er :)

[@peaohvee1784]

Amount of i9 wheels you can get is crazy

[@ryanp3907]

I’d have to disagree. Non boost only limits your options, as with boost frames you can just get adapters to use an older set.

[@ollydickinson2196]

Ryan P agreed

[@SteezyG]

I bought this bike for £750 off ebay and its a class leader. If you're in the UK at the moment the limited edition version (Black frame red lettering) is under a grand with frequent sales having 15% - 20% off. At around 900 its the best you'll get for the money. The most luxurious bike is the one you can take out and not be bothered about damaging it. No part is too expensive to change that'll break the bank. Love it.

[@danielwoolcock7267]

I cannot find one of them for sale on eBay. Do you have a link for it buddy?

[@SteezyG]

@@danielwoolcock7267 hi, it was a local seller sorry! He buys bikes on cycle to work then sells them on for cheaper to the public (seems dodgy I know!) You can usually find them on eBay though around 800. Set up an alert, that's what I did!

[@lizandrom6]

I'm so glad you guys are doing this series, its cool to know that you can get a decent bike without having to shell out several thousands of dollars

[@one_mtb]

Still don’t understand why good Geometry has to cost more money? 🤨Why can’t you just use amazing geometry and budget components? I seriously want an answer so if anybody knows please let me know! Lol 🤔 🤘

[@ethancushing3398]

It doesn’t cost anymore but manufacturers can make more money by putting the more desirable geometry into more expensive bikes

[@Pienimusta]

You can use the old designs and tooling from other companies - The true Chiense way

[@VictorLombardi]

I think the term “geometry” is being used here as a shortcut for “engineering”. Geometry can be neatly summarized on a chart. If you want a bike that balances stiffness, compliance, weight, and strength it takes engineering. Engineering requires years of study to understand physics, properties of metals/carbon, modeling in CAD software, prototype construction, prototype testing, etc. All that takes education, experience, expertise, time, and resources.

[@dawidos557]

Money.

[@kevingorzny]

Victor Lombardi bingo.

[@p31bjp]

Brilliant, exactly what I needed to hear, I’ve just ordered one of these as my first full suspension bike, and I’m so excited for it to arrive

[@richarde1355]

Did you get your bike? If yes, are you happy with your selection?

[@p31bjp]

Richard E yes thanks, I’m very happy with it

[@JamesBrown-wp1di]

@@p31bjp what size did u get and how tall are you? I'm 5 foot 7 and don't know what to gey

[@joescott7500]

@@JamesBrown-wp1di you'll want a medium, but set some money aside for pedals and tyres

[@JamesBrown-wp1di]

@@joescott7500 thanks man. You have one?

[@WesMacaulay]

You guys are doing a great service to the sport by giving proper reviews of great entry-level bikes! Kudos to you guys. Seriously.

[@mikeyp4690]

The Calibre Triple B fixes most of the issues you raised with the Bossnut. It does cost £1,499 but I think it's a pretty modest price all things considered.

[@Metal-Possum]

Bossnut, sounds like the grand finale in a long list of sexual escapades.

[@SUPERCOOLZZ]

It's what you get after you walk into your boss' office while wearing something sexually provocative.

[@BengLang84]

I love this kind of videos comparing decently priced mountainbikes that I think 80% of the people stats wise would most likely be considering especially for the ones who are still venturing on this ttpe of sport. Thanks for the review Mike on Mike 😀 Ride safe always guys! 😀

[@headoverbars8750]

When I got into bikes in late 90s I thought I needed 1-2k for a dream build... I am an engineer and make a decent wage... Now, granted I suck with money like half the population but I should be able to afford the best shit, I worked hard to get to where I am... now the best shit is 10x more expensive. I make a decent wage, I would argue in there with some docs and dentists that folks love to joking reference in the high end reviews and I still have to buy in at 2k and upgrade over time. Had I gold credit though I would be riding a brand new Forbidden Druid or Unno lol!

[@piciu256]

Dude this bike is cheaper than the Kona hardtail and has the same spec... Something's not right...

[@tehllama42]

The Kona has fewer throwaway parts (in my weight class), and for what it is the Kona is a more premium product... but that does tell you which way the market is going in. Slap a cheap dropper on this thing, and party on.

[@renjisama4630]

Piotr Sulej same as everything else...we pay the brand first,then the spec...

[@mikael2748]

You can hear at the start of the video that Calibre is a direct to consumer brand. Kona is not. Bikeshops need to make money too, so you can have a place to get your stuff fixed close to home when it breaks.

[@Cakeborb]

Kona's also American. American products are generally overpriced.

[@tehllama42]

@@mikael2748 Very true - although I've been quite happy to go direct, and bring every task that needs specialized tools or skills to my LBS, and buy all the parts and touch points I want from them too. I don't need an LBS to do basic setup, but ones good enough to rebuild suspension, true wheels, replace bottom brackets, and service pivots ends up getting more business from me, because I can afford to ride my bike more.

[@richardlintang8255]

The Polygon D series warrants a look. Similar concept in terms of price, geo, and spec. Quite popular in the Asian and Australian market too.

[@jedimanultra]

Bossnut is a really good bike, got one myself and moved the fork travel to 150mm! Feels soooo much better descending

[@olivert.7192]

wow, you really see the frame flex at 6:00 !! Will you guys review the Propain Tyee on video?

[@viperrules24]

Nothing wrong with frame flex as long as it's not permanently set! If you had an infinitely stiff frame, you'd feel it a lot more and/or it will break way too often!

[@JessHines]

Just found out about this bike last week and was impressed. Thanks for the great review!

[@richardknight5161]

You sound as surprised by this bike as we all were in the UK when it came out. They're an incredible bike for new riders interested in the world of MTB who don't want to spend thousands until they know for sure they like the sport. Several people I know have bought them, ridden them for a year or so then switched up to a £3000+ bike. The bossnuts hold their value incredibly well, the last guy I knew who sold his (after 18 months) got £900 for it from an £1100 initial outlay. Amazing!

[@dano727]

I love this series, Great Job !

[@rocco.mbb.zoccoli]

10:06’ish... Levy failing at holding in a smirk at the name = LuLz! Thanks, to the editor for leaving that in and highlighting it. Lmao!!!!

[@zedsnotded4482]

I have a version of this bike. I’ve got the shadownut it’s the same bike except black with tan wall tyres it’s a great bike

[@lewisjones7153]

Same it's great

[@owenrm2566]

I’ve got that too

[@marhgaming6306]

OMG YES FINALLY! I have this bike and i absolutely love it

[@scottie3083]

I also HAD this bike... Purchashed 3 month's ago it went back this week 😭😭 rear break completely failed and noticed front and rear disc rubs on the frame slightly... Will buy another 1 when there eventually back in stock next

[@marhgaming6306]

@@scottie3083 dang that sucks, I've owned the bike for a little over a year now and I've abused it, I've had hard cases and nothing seems to give, only time something broke was the linkage bolt, but I believe that was my fault since I over torqued it

[@scottie3083]

@@marhgaming6306 without doubt the bike is amazing... Think mine was just one of those things.... The rotten egg! They just need to hurry up amd build some more 😁

[@javiersyll5767]

Where did you buy it?

[@marhgaming6306]

@@javiersyll5767 i bought it used, if you are in the UK then buy it off gooutdoors, and i think polygon has a bike similar to this if your in the US

[@TonnahG]

When is the grim 🍩 don’t making an appearance?

[@John-en4vd]

Gage Hannot not*

[@mgilby28]

Love my bossnut it's been a great starter full sus bike with a few upgrades it makes all the difference

[@kemalkarakaya3882]

What kind of upgrades you got mate? Also, why you needed? Thanks

[@TeddyParker]

Does this mean they are finally shipping outside the UK? Don't suppose you would review a bike that is only available in the UK. They NEED to get thing thing out there and compete with Vitus and Polygon.

[@waycon]

Also one thing of note is that the bossnut is pretty much always on sale after summer dropping to as low as £850/$1050

[@mauricioaspee]

I got mine in 2018 and have been very happy with it. Riding everything this summer here in Washington State. Love it! Was going to order their Sentra but they are out of stock. I ordered the Abajo Peak the other day. 12 weeks out. =-(

[@headoverbars8750]

Thank so much for these!! I paid 2000 for a fuel ex with no dropper post, no tubeless tires/rims, mt200 brakes, 11-42 10 speed.... basically crappy components all the way around... But my Fuel Ex platinum aluminum frame is way nicer! I will replace everything else over time so glad I paid a bit more for a good platform. My fork I run 25 psi over with the Recon. How heavy are you geared? They say 75, I did 85 then saw your last video you guys said '20 over'. I tried it and OMG so much better. no more stink bugging but still harsh on jumps. I will try a bit more. I didn't know folks over pressured the cheap forks. Excellent review because I see what is valued in the budget world.

[@Curran_E]

10:09 when you try not to laugh at Bossnut 😂

[@valentinotarona8294]

I wish you guys would do more affordable bike reviews like this e.g merida, polygon etc, would be awesome for people who want the gateway bike of their noob dreams...

[@shanebenham9619]

Yo! I have the Bossnut, it’s an amazing bike for the money. A note on the tyres...I think Calibre provided a tyre setup for the UK. It’s pretty muddy a lot of the time, and they’ve been pretty good. But yeah, if you’re thinking of starting out, you will be hard pushed to find better value, BIG BANG FOR THE BUCKS 👍🏻👍🏻

[@12jamiegavin12]

I bought a shadownut to replace my buggered Santa Cruz Bronson and it’s been great! I’ve stuck a 140mm pike, 4 pot brakes and tubeless maxxis minion tyres on. My times are quicker on the nut than they were on the bronson which retailed at around 7k new and I’m not far off my downhill bike times on an orange graded trail. Properly good little bike for the money.

[@jeromep4148]

Would love to see a review on the Polygon Siskiu D7 Dropper 29. Any chance?

[@christiane3276]

6:06 when buddys chain almost hits the ground lol

[@krazed0451]

If the sag is correct and the fork isn't excessively bouncy, then it's not over pressurised...

[@Primoz.r]

One benefit is that 142x12 will be cheaper to upgrade to a fancy wheelset than a boost wheelset, maybe even a used one?

[@richellis2140]

Calibre Trille B would have been a good bike for this test - cheaper than the Giant tested and much better spec - NX Eagle, dropper post and Guide RE brakes plus 140mm fork up front

[@ab_mtb]

And better tyres. The BBB has an incredible spec for the money

[@fjph8826]

Great video. Very informative. Which bike would you recommend to get this year as a budget fully; Callibre Bossnut or Vitus Mythique VR?

[@hardtailparty]

Well done boys!

[@alexdesjardinsmtb5409]

Hi, could you please (if you have the chance) do a review on the Rocky mountain thunderbolt alloy 10 2020? It’s a 2000$ trail bike whit 140mm of travel up front and at back. thanks, I love your vids

[@esdubya]

Levy and Kaz. Love your work! You mentioned that this bike was a fast as bikes twice it’s price! Got me thinking 🤔 is it as fast as the top end bikes? So I thinking you go grab your personal bikes do the loop so we can devour the data. Would love to see more mikevsmike and Humbled too!

[@sammilburn445]

the triple b is definitely the way to go with calibres (if you want a trail bike) as its got a ks dropper, a sektor fork, a nx eagle drivetrain, better tyres, dub bb and guide re brakes, as well as a few other nice finishing parts for only like £300 more. Then there's the sentry, which I recently got for £1700. By far the best value bike on the market, with a yari, super deluxe shock, guide re brakes, ks dropper, wtb rims with Vee tyres, nx drivetrain and dub cranks and a very modern, capable frame, just a bit heavy. Dont notice it on the climbs tho, only when it comes to picking up the bike

[@josiahgolding7826]

I picked up a 2020 yt Capra for 1300 usd.. 170 lyric, 170 super deluxe r, sram nx 12spd, code rs, maxis dhrs and it’s 13.8 kg roughly (think that’s 31 lbs?) good deal and it’s new!

[@Bobbleoff]

I live near the outdoor retailer who makes the bossnut. Loads of them ripping around Sheffield UK

[@richarde1355]

So, adding a dropper seatpost and changing out the tires, that brings the cost of this bike close to the VItus. With the upgrades, at about the same price, do you all prefer the Calibre or the Vitus?

[@tonyhruzek4250]

How did you guys get a Calibre? I have trying to figure out how to get one in the US. They have an enduro bike that looks great for the price!!

[@SDplinker]

Doesn't appear you can. I don't get the point of this review - riding a bike in AZ that USA buyers can't get.

[@hunkyheyward486]

I have a 148 wheel in my 137 spaced aluminum frame, the only problem is the bearings wear out faster and so does the qr

[@williamanders7405]

I absolutely love this channel

[@dantecalandra2389]

To bad you can’t get it in the US

[@erraldstyler]

look into Vitus bikes on CRC, they ship worldwide. the mythique would be the equivalent i guess, but they start to get sold out for this season...maybe they get a restock

[@Alan-75]

Check out UK company BIRD

[@erraldstyler]

@@Alan-75 they got some good stuff, was looking at their am Zero but in the end i went with the Dartmoor Hornet

[@samt73]

International shipping incoming... hint try Blacks.co.uk

[@tarantulasam7609]

Also look at polygon

[@wim9821]

Question; i have started upgrading my bossnut. i would like to upgrade the fork next, but finding a secondhand fox non boost fork is...hopeless. iknow its a 27.5 frame but... would a 29" fork and a 27.5 wheel fit? i would also use a boost wheel btw. tried to contact calibre but no answer

[@PhaktTheIsolationist]

I expected snobbery. Respect for the balanced review. You guys should review the Calibre Sentry Pro, coil-spring Enduro. Much better bike, can still be bought for under £2000 with freely available discount codes.

[@LJ-fr1ei]

Calibre triple b or Vitus mythique 27 vrs?

[@kelvin1987campbell]

LJ7, did you make a decision yet? I’m looking at the same price point, the triple b, giant trance and Mythique were all in my consideration. I think I am leaning to the Triple B but want to sit on the bike before buying, hopefully can do in about 3-4 weeks time!

[@LJ-fr1ei]

@@kelvin1987campbell same, I just can't decide they both look amazing

[@geauxtime]

my next upgrade will probably be one of these two

[@adamlevoir6939]

Check out my budget bike video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWasmGd4l5JphtU

[@marco4570]

The bolts on that shock linkage look pretty gnarly

[@marco4570]

Haha hadn't even watched untol 8:30 when they mentioned the problem. Sometimes it seems like engineers don't use common sense these days

[@darkviper6634]

I got both tires to go tubeless first time and they haven’t gone down since

[@ajs0350]

TheAwsomeChannel the rims are compatible so idk lol

[@joescott7500]

@@ajs0350 they are??

[@ajs0350]

@@joescott7500 yea says it on them

[@JB50713]

I have Recon forks on my 2016 trekking bought last summer. I don’t see where I can change air pressure.

[@MaplePanda04]

J B There should be a cap labeled “air” on the left side of your fork.

[@bendik407]

How do you shiped the bossnut to the US. I is not easy to get it outside of the UK.

[@TheDoctor46vr]

What sag did you run on the fork? I used your formula and ended up with 13.8% sag I then let pressure out to bring it to 20% sag. I have a V2 btw I'll see how 20% goes if it's too soft I'll try 15%

[@rossurquhart49]

Rode the Bossnut V1 & V2 - so much bike for the price, incredible bike

[@zaek5038]

I have this bike and I've recently bent the derailleur hanger. Does anyone know what hanger is compatible with this bike? Cant seem to find any info online!

[@jamesshields5958]

Are you guys going to look at Calibre's Sentry/Sentry Pro?

[@Mububban23]

Great to see the value end of the market producing such good bikes for us poverty spec riders :-D

[@iainramsay1537]

I set the stock tyres up tubeless with mucoff kit and valves first go??

[@CM-1723]

Think calibre / polygon are Australian but go outdoors sells them in the UK

[@petesahad3028]

Sounds like a great beginner fully to upgrade over time👌

[@ADVRaiderKTM]

Can you guys do an episodes on bikes actually available to buy now?

[@bipedalame]

I own one. Improved at Cathkin Braes by a mile compared to my more expensive hardtail. Add a dropper post

[@24mtb74]

Feel like you should mention if it has sealed bearings

[@joen3992]

Question: I'm in my 50s, 215lbs. What would the required shock pressure be for a rider like me for the Recon? Sounds like a great bike for someone getting into the sport without spending 3k Canadian....

[@holzstueck3605]

Just look for the right pressure for the shock online! But i think it would be about 120 to 150 psi. :)

[@joshbenson8039]

Sounds like a fun bike but it needs lots of upgrading... I’m still stuck on the Vitus, and they’re still sold out!

[@abadatha]

That's a FS trail bike for $100 more than my all-mountain hardtail and the only thing I'd want to change is the brakes over to some Shimano M500 2-pot brakes.

[@bayardohurtado387]

Buenos días, Saludos desde Medellín Colombia, una recomendación por favor utilizar otro color en el tipo de letra utilizada no se alcanza a leer el color rojo

[@yoda112358]

What's the actual process like for buying a Calibre in the US? Seems like you have to go through Go Outdoors and they don't have international delivery yet.

[@moozlauwereys9624]

I had mine delivered to a friends house (in the UK) and then got it sent over

[@ryankiernan9631]

Anyone know where i can purchase one? No joy so far, seems to be big demand so surely they will make more ?

[@uonadtehrrocks]

Where do you buy this in the states?

[@SDplinker]

Doesn't appear you can. I don't get the point of this review - riding a bike in AZ that USA buyers can't get.

[@andrewblewski7926]

It would be great if you could actually buy one...or really any mountain bike on their website.

[@f1nch1312]

My polygon Vander t7 will be here Thursday 😁😉

[@rickmoz]

Looks like you should’ve tested the Triple B

[@Alan-75]

True, dropper and better shocks/spec for £1300 or so

[@kelvin1987campbell]

ALAN BRYANT where have you seen the triple b for £1,300. I have been shopping around and best I can find is the standard £1,500.

[@Alan-75]

@@kelvin1987campbell go outdoors website, sometimes they will knock off another 20% but you have to catch it at the right moment.

[@akiraung]

I would have got that bike but I can't get it in the USA

[@br9760]

You should be able to ship it for, what, less than $80?

[@yaacovr]

It seems like this bike is a great entry bike to trail riding. In this case, tubeless wheels might actually be a mistake. Tubeless tires and fixing could be a real hassle even for an experienced biker and might be a deterrent to a new rider.

[@robinrai4973]

Do the frame pivots use bearing or bushings?

[@TrialBicycles]

An interesting bike in a similar price range would be Octane One OMG

[@_Vicarious]

Wow, that's a lot of rear brake force on such a small area that's attached to the frame.

[@krazed0451]

Looks like at least 30mm of weld junction on a well designed riser... I'd be astonished if it failed from use.

[@smokedsalmon3907]

That does look super thin compared to most bikes. Interesting thing to keep in mind. That would suck to have your frame rip apart on you haha.

[@exeverrr]

This is a lot of bike for the price, I have tested it myself. I have hybrid Cannondale Bad Boy with heavy upgrades to almost everything this felt like all I would ever need if I went for a MTB.

[@aamgdp]

Hope they'll build it on Shimano next year, sram sx and level are just bin parts.

[@axial27]

This and the polygon siskiu D7 are made in the same factory but the polygon is better value.

[@abrychelette5175]

Where can I get this in the U.S.?

[@gulfcitynd]

Apparently my Cannondale trail 8 has a setup for a dropper post 500 dollars and I can put a dropper post

[@duncanh6045]

Damn are you saving the Commencal Meta TR till last?

[@mattiasvanoverbeke1831]

I have a $800 bike, its gotten to the point that i am to big for it... (i drive a large now) saving for 2k to buy something better, but not sure witch one

[@alfieowens3033]

What frame size were you testing?

[@BrokeGalaxy41]

For just a bit more you could get the base model bird aeries 145, I've got an old aeries that I picked up for around the same as a new bossnut in mint condition with an ext coil hope parts shimano xt/saint absolute bargain the bike rides amazimg

[@victoriathegreencheekconur5477]

why are the seals white?

[@jacobbockover1628]

I have heard of calibre bikes but have no clue how to buy one

[@russellparker4568]

32.4 lbs! Isnt an aluminium santa cruz bronson like 36 lbs?

[@s14tat]

A tiny less robust trail bike vs a long travel 27.5 or 27.5 plus bike.

[@russelltaylor1500]

You guys at pink bike Deffinetly buy in to the whole must be 29er must be long must be slack thing. That's great for racing, but most people don't race.... Long and slack is good to a degree, but when things get too long and slack they are hard to throw around

[@alcard9783]

It seems it's exactly the same frame that the Polygon Siskiu D8

[@joshua1577]

So which one are you going with? I was looking at the D7

[@illestFlavor]

What's the intro song to this series?

[@stankygfx9817]

Is it light or heavy

[@williambell_mtb2972]

Should of reviewed they're £2000 29er enduro bike!

[@JesusVasquez93]

It’s so hard to find a bossnut I want the 2021

[@YanDoroshenko]

How could the Universe produce such two similar individuals and put them in one company?

[@ErExxMASTER]

Is it me or the front tier is bigger than back tier