Can't buy a bike this year? TRANSFORM the one you have

Like a phoenix from the ashes, let's transform our bikes into new, ferocious beasts...or something like that. Can't find a new bike to buy this year? Well why not rebuild your current bike? I take my Ripmo V2 and turn it into a hard-charging, enduro monster with a completely unique look.
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[@TheLoamRanger]

I hope this bike check gives you some ideas for your own build! Don’t forget to enter the $100 Jenson USA giveaway. Check the video description for links to all the parts (and cat videos) you saw in this vid. Cheers! Ryan

[@natesoutdooradventures8075]

I would use the money to go towards a full-face helmet because safety is essential! Btw the cats are so cute!

[@jlgbongbong]

Is it true that you’re from Canmore?

[@jinavl]

Seeing as I'm layed off probably some good aluminum flat pedals

[@acuhealer62]

I bought a new Orbea Rallon last fall and am not a fan of the Deore 4 piston stoppers it came with. Looking to replace them with the Magura MT7 breaks that Jenson USA sells. That 100 bucks would take the sting out the purchase! Btw, love the graphic frame wrap, the Ripmo looks awesome!

[@levichristensen7754]

I just got a new scott genius and if feel like the bike is more confident then me and I think a full face helmet will improve my confidence so I would put $100 towards a giro switchblade

[@hayden7027]

Your editing/filming is the best of any MTB KZbinr I know, can't stress this enough

[@BMOutdoorz]

Sick bike! I won the last Jenson USA gift card so I will let someone else win here!

[@boystrubicza9797]

I don’t know what I was more focused on. The cats movin around or him talkin about his bike.

[@garykieronlainen1826]

kittens... more kittens.

[@danthuente]

I would buy a dropper post for my bike with the $100. I don't have one and they look very convenient! It would save me so much time raising and lowering my seat post!

[@jeltlangeveld5097]

A dropper is worth every penny

[@natesoutdooradventures8075]

Yeah, I bought a cheap $100 dropper. I have had it for 5 months and it has been worth all of the $100!

[@T-bros]

@@natesoutdooradventures8075 What type did you get? There are a lot out there!

[@doubletrackdodger2512]

Your sister should change the channel name to “nature’s purrfect” 😂

[@lukaschodur8064]

Wow that is such a purrfect name 👍

[@jaredgulaga8367]

@@lukaschodur8064 Too far Lucas, too far.

[@matthewcanada6793]

I love that SDG seat and dropper setup!

[@lukaschodur8064]

That shot and music combo of bike wraped at 3:16 is amazing. Bike looks sick as well 🤜🤛 Edit: $ would go towards new shock

[@elistratton4746]

Right now like a lot of people I can't find a bike so I am rebuilding my marin san quentin and I only have a few things left to replace but when you are 14 it is hard to make money so I would probably put the 100 towards a cheap air fork. Love the bike wrap btw!

[@rolux4853]

The San Quentin is an amazing bike, not only for a 14 year old, but for every one! What fork do you have no? Because I don’t think that a 100 Dollar fork could be better than what you have now. I don’t even think there are 100 Dollar forks out there, despite China crap..

[@T-bros]

If I had a $100 gift card to Jenson USA, I would get myself new handlebars for my bike. I am 14 years old and trying to upgrade my hardtail.

[@boystrubicza9797]

If your get new handlebars, I suggest for the grips get specialized enduro grips. There like rectangles on the grips but it feels so good. Just my suggestion though.

[@T-bros]

@@boystrubicza9797 Thanks for the suggestion! I will look into them!

[@samkaliher]

Awesome bike! The wrap alone gives the bike a complete transformation. Looks like it rides amazing with all the new parts. I would have to look into getting a new derailleur if I were to win that money! Or some new pedals!

[@mitchellenglefield1258]

2160p is a blessing thank you for high production quality and awesome insight into speed.

[@lukesteele5013]

I'd buy a pair of those sick flex bars. I want to try them so bad

[@thepedalsadvocate7389]

Yeah.... Copy that.

[@mapleleafhouse5837]

I would buy new pedals! Have those crappy ones that come with the bike.

[@aaronmosser]

Sick looking bike! Thanks for sharing, a few of these companies I haven't heard of. That's great that your sister is making videos. I'm looking into improving the brakes on my Farley

[@victorbautista9741]

First off let me start by saying.. you have gotten extremely fast. I have been watching ur vidoes for quite sometime n i was blown away to see how fast n much improved rider u have become. As for what i would buy at Jenson would be that headset that u have on ur bike. Me being a 200 plus lbs rider i think i would benefit from it specially on corners n switchbacks.. Also thanks for the tip on thw rebound.. I also feel my fork to stiff when i am going thru choppy rocky gardens. It starts really plush in the beginning but it tends to get pretty hard as i am going thru it. Thanks n keep up the good 💪

[@bobomomo23]

Id get a new pair of knee pads and gloves with the $100. Mine are getting to be a bit tattered and rank!

[@Shawn-wt4kh]

I'll buy $100 worth of energy bars so I can get up to 200 lbs like the Loam Ranger!

[@croomrider9785]

Just pre-ordered a 2021 commencal clash! Will be here in July, can’t wait!

[@thepedalsadvocate7389]

That bike wrap.... Mind blown. Will be looking into THAT!!!

[@jeepboy88yj]

I’d put the hundred dollars towards my friend who just started riding mtb a decent helmet 🤘🏻

[@afreenaimanabdrahman1409]

Since he's already riding a pretty sick helmet how about getting him a bike

[@jeepboy88yj]

Haha good point I fixed it

[@afreenaimanabdrahman1409]

Haha

[@rsanoian]

Great build, love the wrap! Really interested to hear more about the bars and how they workout. I would buy a new water bottle (maybe bright green) and a new chain from Jenson!

[@djsonfire0001]

Id buy that stiffmaster headset! Great vid, awesome parts on that bike. Thanks for the links!

[@calebwright3059]

I always love your content. My wife and I love your videos and have loved watching how you have fostered raising your kids around bikes. We have a 18 month old and another one on the way that we hope to raise around hiking and biking and anything outdoors. I would probably put the $100 towards getting a balance bike for my little boy to get him started on his own biking journey!

[@joelwright1822]

Need a new derailleur, just smashed the GX on a rock today riding Hood River's finest trails. Luckily it didn't ruin the day but shifting is now a huge chore. Thanks for your awesome videos. Cheers, Joel

[@bsimz008]

I have a corratec hardtail. I changed the mid rise handle bars to a loop bar and a longer stem. Plus added a rear rack. It's now a cargo hauling touring bike! I'm also in the process of building my MonsterXcross

[@NorCalMTB]

Epic video Ryan! The bike looks amazing 👀 and I would definitely buy a new spring for my coil shock or maybe put it towards a progressive spring. 🤘

[@derekhemmes]

Love the topic! Having had 3 shoulder surgeries, I'm looking forward to your deep dive on that Fasst Flexx bar.

[@MTBinKY]

Love the wrap idea as frame protection. If I got the Jenson gift card, I'd love to say it'd go towards a Ripmo AF but more likely it'd be rims and spokes since my wheels are a bit beat up.

[@tanman7823]

Love the cats, great touch. I'd used the gift card to furnish my new bike hopefully coming in at the end of May. Some new apparel would be nice too

[@nathanwarner9906]

That bike wrap is so sick! I recently rode a mullet bike and I really enjoyed it. If i won the gift card I might pull the trigger on starting the conversion on my bike!

[@rrolleman4879]

That wrap looks beautiful! You got me thinking. . . . At Jenson I would pick up either brake pads (in case stock runs out) or tires. Or maybe shorts. . . Hang on, ride glasses. . . wait. . .

[@SoloSteve24]

Awesome video! Definitely going to look into Bikeshield, yours looks fantastic. If I had extra to spend at Jenson I need a new full face helmet so I can enter enduro races when they finally start up again. Keep up the great work!

[@jaywintonyk5357]

I'd get some of those fancy bling bolts! Bikes looking sick Ryan!

[@awordnooneelsethoughtof]

You should 100% open every new video like you did this one, with the pan around the bike. Especially loved highlighting the logo on the bike.

[@byronsmith4927]

I would put it towards an oval chain ring. That of some amazing bike wrap. Looks slick!

[@lukelackermayer]

Awesome video hard work behind the scenes I already know!!!!

[@RidingThruLife]

Intrigued by the Bike Shield Protection. Quality vid as usual! Thanks for the content. Jensen GC would go towards new cranks for daddies ride!! ;)

[@jeffthewhiterican]

Awesome video! I would buy a new saddle as I've been looking and trying many saddles but yet to find the one that makes my ride more pleasant. Well good luck to everyone and hit them trail's

[@mikepal2002]

I’d pick up those TRP brakes for sure! They would be a perfect match on my park bike. Keep up the amazing content!

[@keiths.6060]

I would definitely put the 100 bux towards remedying my hand/wrist pain. Thinking a shorter stem or carbon bars with more rise. The Ripmo wrapped looks super sick!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@mtbdiaries7679]

In Europe is a big problem to find parts.Hope everything settled mid season ..Have an awesome summer.

[@eriktishenko5426]

I love the combination of you talking tech and cats running around XD

[@damonclutterbuck6489]

I got a shopping cart ready to go! One up pedals, mrp progressive spring and some jag wire damping foam.

[@landonsnyder4984]

I really need new grips and pedals as I just got into mountain biking last year and had bought really cheap flimsy pedals that are not great for how much I actually ride the bike. Love your content btw man, truly an inspiration to me.

[@underbikedoverconfident1142]

Looks sick! I love the wrap.

[@oldkicker8958]

I need a good saddle, dealing with some pain in the area. Fun vid thx!

[@257sombra]

Really looking forward to wrap my v10 and the stem and bars Really got my attention.

[@judehall5140]

Love the vid and the new look of that beast is amazing! If somehow I won I would love to buy myself a volume space for my shock and then buy my mate a new derailleur

[@Spitfire194]

Hey Ryan, a new fork for me!!!!!! Mine is very tired and it's hard on my body. Broken neck 2 years ago... Great video as always but I did find my eyes diverting from time to time to watch kittens!

[@brent_s]

One up EDC tool. Lusted after that for a while. Great video:) The ongoing snow and temp in Alberta are driving me nuts.

[@257sombra]

The bike build looks sick keep up the great work

[@gfowkes]

Sweet build! My Ripmo mullet setup is so FAST that I def need bigger brakes. Those TRP's rotors are sweet! Would def buy those at Jenson.

[@ericsadler4794]

Great video, thank you! I had no idea you could wrap frames. I would use the $100 gift certificate towards a dropper post. I've never had one and hear that it makes a HUGE difference.

[@jongaquarius]

Nice Build, really love the wrap. if I win, I will be buying a dropper post for my wife's mtb. Thanks

[@mikedesilets3324]

Those bars caught my eye immediately. Then you said 12 degrees sweep. I've been searching for more than my 9 degree sweep to change me wrist angle. I'll be looking into these bars and look forward to your test results.

[@yuriyivanov8946]

Out of the all things you did to the bike the wrap and the brakes are my favorite features on your bike, if I got $100 for Jenson USA I would get clipless pedals for my bike currently running flats, and I really want to try clipless.

[@conradcanderle3600]

Love the new look of the bike; I love my TRP brakes too. With the Jenson GC I’d buy a new kit so I could finally get rid of the Lycra and laughs. 😆

[@supergsx99]

My wife is getting into MTB, loves Beths apparel. So I would spend it in buying her gear to get her going. Thank you, we love the content, especially the Whistler family trip.

[@reallybad_idea_dadmtb]

Hey Ryan love your videos. I recently took my 12 year old son to my local Jenson shop to look at a Norco Fluid 24. The bike fit him okay but he'd most likely out grow it in a couple months. Since my son already has a 24 hardtail the rep. recommend holding off until he grows into a 27.5 XXS if you can believe that. I found an old 26 inch full suspension I'm doing a budget build for him. It was converted to 1x9 albeit with standard 36 tooth cassette. Since this is a budget build I'd use the money to upgrade the drivetrain. When he is ready for a bigger more capable bike we'll go back to Jenson and pass this bike along to another kid.

[@joshmorrison4464]

First off that wrap is so sick and the whole build is awesome! Second, I'd prob put the money towards new brakes or a fork for my hardtail build!

[@kylegross9]

That wrap looks so nice. Love the bike. I’m huge ibis fan and have the V1. With my Henson USA $100 I would put towards trp evo dhr brakes. Sweet video.

[@danlangston1436]

Looking fast this year man! I would use a gift card to upgrade my new shock with a sweet new SLS spring! Happy Trails

[@Scotty_P]

Cool Vid ! bike looks insane ! Id buy some sunglasses for those enduro hot laps ! If ya look cool...you feel cool aha !

[@pauls3616]

Love the wrap. Cool looking while offering frame protection. I would buy a new pair of shorts with the gift card. I am noticing a few holes that are getting bigger in the pair I have right now. Thank you.

[@briangeiman8410]

I would upgrade my brakes to the TRP’s. Been interested in trying those for quite sometime. Great video. Keep up the great work.

[@zangetsu5324]

Hello my guy ive always watched one of your videos called Blue Velvet good to know you still post videos

[@4seasonsmtb]

Beauty videos.. love Canmore and the Nordic centre rides. As a fellow Edmontonian I try to get down there as much as possible for more gnarly Singletrack. Been making a must hit trail list based off your videos. The hydration pack has seen some better days lol. So I would definitely use that $100 towards a new Camelbak back pack for those all day Nordic centre sends!

[@craig3576]

If I got the money I would put it towards an ergon saddle, The WTB one I currently have causes me lots of problems. It would also help me pay off a new bottle cage, cause my old one broke in a race last season.

[@mistercamaro1]

Great video and great looking bike! I would probably go with a cool stem adapter and handlebars, so I could upgrade on my 96 Rockhopper!

[@sacallaway]

Another great video thanks! My wife has been riding flats now for about a year on set of Chesters. She wants to upgrade her pedals to something with a bigger platform. I would use that $100 to surprise her with some new pedals.

[@ennio4277]

At the start i realy didn‘t like look of the bike but now its just WOW 🤩

[@thomasshea5057]

I would buy a dropper post as a tall rider i like my seat very tall for climbing, but when I get into the jumps it’s annoying changing the seat. Your videos are the best keep up the great work!

[@JoshGlessner]

That wrap job is a stunner! I’d put the $ toward some much needed wheels and new cassette.

[@quinnatr39]

I'd probably go for some Cush Cores! Looking to further enhance the traction and support of my current setup. Cheers!

[@GetzOne48]

I would get a new chain and grips with the Jenson card! Thanks for the sweet vid as always!

[@kmo5065]

With the gift card I'd probably use it towards upgrading the internals of my fork. Either a bit more travel or a damper upgrade. I've been thinking about it for a while and considering the age of my bike and fork, and that you brought it up, I think its definitely worth doing.

[@afonsocorreia4433]

I would 100% get a new dropper post since my 125mm 2015 reverb is way too short and it barely works after so much use

[@danielkelting1846]

man! I love the wrap!! I'd definitely get a set of carbon handlebars! for the hands!!

[@oliverslade9953]

I would have to get some new kit for this years race season!

[@cf6174]

Definitely one of the coolest wraps I’ve seen! I’d put the gift card towards a MRP ramp control cartridge on my RS Pike

[@pawelwityk1963]

Great vid man! I'd definitely get a new dropper post for my bike since mine is broken

[@Mr.Sparkle]

I'd definitely put it towards some Zipp wheels. They look so nice

[@ernestoduran7617]

That wrap looks fantastic!!

[@MCHydro-ty3wl]

I like the wrap 💡. Thinking about wrapping the bottom bar on my frame. My bike is a huffy I got for free. Ended up having to replace most of the parts. I would put the money toward s a new front shock. The the one it came with flexes from left to right.

[@samfalk8420]

I would totally get the Oneup EDC tool if I won. Sick build by the way, that wrap looks sick

[@joshvonweber713]

I would put this money toward either the handlebars and coloured bolts or the brakes you used on your new set up to complete my first build. Wish me luck!

[@evolution2ride]

The wrap looks great!

[@zackwatkins7357]

I've been using entry level cross country brakes on my enduro bike for the last 2 years. I'd use the money to buy a set of those trps, they look sweet!

[@ModernOCDad]

Rad video! Love the custom bike wrap! If I won the $100 Jenson USA giveaway...I'd pick up Michelin Wild Enduro tires. Tires are probably the most bang for the buck upgrade that makes a big difference. I've been running the classic Maxxis Minion DHF/DHRII combo for a while, so been wanting to check out some Michelin tires you've been raving about.

[@jean-francoisaudette1572]

I was waiting to see those Better Bolt, since your shot on Instagram. With the 100$ I"ll buy new pedals to put on my Ripmo!!! Thanks!

[@andrewl3610]

Rebuilding a 2005 Jamis Dakkar, wanted to get a new full Sus this year but lead time on choice of bike was like November! I have a 1.5 deg angleset on the way have switched to 1x DT, modern handlebar width (it had like 660 mm on it for years...got a new fatbike a couple of years back with 760 was shocked at the difference!) added a dropper and switched the Drop Off 1 fork to Air only. Jenson purchase would be towards a new rear shock probably (if I can even get the right size anymore hah).

[@yycmtbr5087]

Sweet rig! I'd definitely go for the fastflex handlelbars!

[@ionfpv]

I would totally put the money towards some spares! I got a new bike lately and still need to get the corresponding spare parts.

[@idhvew8]

Love my TRP'S. I would buy some pads and rotors to be certain I keep that great braking power all season!!!

[@bimmerfan729]

Awesome transition on the Ripmo! I'd use the gift card for new pads and rotors on my bike soI can stop the thing!

[@davidcarter1313]

My hardtail steed could use a little fork therapy. Tell your sis I subscribed. Who doesn't like kittens?

[@hunter6431]

I would buy a one up edc pump and tool. I have been really enjoying riding without a pack. and this will make Me more prepared for anything that happens

[@seanflorian4653]

I've been doing a resto mod on my 1980s steel road bike to turn it into a gravel \ touring \ urban exploration bike. Just got done putting flat bars on it. Dad gave me some old paniers. I'd use the gift card for frame bags, touring gear, and maybe a new chain and free wheel.

[@ethanward3866]

Definitely needing new pedals and chain!! Already in the cart ;)