Coil shock for the enduro?!?

[@DailyMTBRider]

Great update on the Enduro! One thing that stood out to me was how you said your metalic pads need a pull or two before the fully brake - I'm so glad I'm not alone in that! Thought my XT's were bugging out! Thanks for sharing Alex!

[@jasoncapecod]

Your maintenance and build vids are great..And of course your trail ride vids are spot on

[@BrianVaughn]

I made it to the end. I think its crazy you run through tires so fast. I suppose its the trails and speed you ride at. I think your non-riding videos are actually pretty good. You do a good job of explaining stuff.

[@treyblakeandrew]

Brian Vaughn I can’t believe a 3C tire lasted that long at all

[@BrianVaughn]

treyblakeandrew I think it all depends on where you ride. Rocky terrain will chew up tires faster.

[@SuperGoforitall]

I like how you have opinions on gear you ride. A lot of other channels tend to steer away from that and it makes the content less entertaining and useful. I love the honest reviews, keep it up!

[@WillHageman1]

Most of the upgrades and changes I have made to my SB6c were considered after watching your videos and the way you break down what you like and don't like about each piece. It has been really helpful

[@alexthemtbr]

Will Hageman that’s awesome to hear!

[@zevkaufman356]

I watched the whole video. I get super stoked every time you post a video and they never disappoint. Keep up the great work

[@bigfootandbananaman4746]

I watched the whole video. I really like your videos and I appreciate you making them

[@mnguyen1224]

I think hearing honest opinions about bikes/components from such an experienced racer is super useful. I made it through!

[@NRO416]

I think the feedback here is pretty solid. Your channel is great because you shoot quality footage that gets me stoked to ride. You also have a way of sharing ideas without making the me feel bad for not shredding as hard as you do. No judgement. No bs. 10/10 amigo. You really seemed to dig that firebird. My fingers are crossed that Pivot brings out a LT 29er with room for both an X2 and a bottle cage! There is always the SB5.5! It's a bummer that stock is the issue with so many of these frames.

[@PaulThePunter]

I almost got one of these things! I had always wondered the exact points you talked about....makes me feel better about my current choice! Definitely make more videos dude 👌

[@alexthemtbr]

Paul The Punter I need to! Btw, do you work for Pinkbike? I thought I saw you at sea otter but had no idea you worked for Pinkbike so I didn’t think it was you.

[@PaulThePunter]

Alex Chamberlin aye I was there and that’s my day job! I’m down in California next month so hopefully meet you then.

[@TheTexasFan1]

Hey Alex, I always watch each of your videos til the end and even re-watch some lol. The story you tell along with your knowledge are why I keep watching!

[@alexthemtbr]

TheTexasFan1 thank you for the motivation!

[@ALAMOPRODUCTIONS2012]

Made it to the end. Honestly really enjoy how bike nerdy you get in your videos since you seem like one of the only mtb KZbinrs out there to do this. Keep up the videos, they’re awesome!

[@deadbrew2944]

Watched the whole video. I always enjoy watching fast riders shred and talk honestly about bikes. Keep it up!

[@ShredQuestMTB]

Hey Alex! I'm kinda getting burnt out on watching the same old same old riding vids from the usual KZbin riders, but I ALWAYS like watching your tech oriented vids. Some other KZbin riders just keep posting boring rides with their Patreon subs, but they hardly post any in-depth tech reviews. The iPhone quality was cool as far as I can tell, and the interesting content is what's really important. BTW - I liked your recent TDS uploads. Keep up the good work! Shout out to Greg Mow, who you replied to. I ride with him sometimes at Demo and Santa Cruz - when my leg isn't broke haha.

[@ThunderStruckMTB]

Race Face Aeffect cranks are such a great value.

[@alexthemtbr]

ThunderStruckCoach honestly it’s pretty insane!

[@8luxxlu8]

Really like the bike component related stuff! Think you have a perfect mix of that and riding vids! You're probably my favourite bike-tuber!

[@solidstream13]

Please keep making videos. I live in san ramon and like hearing your content. I just picked up a Pivot 429 trail with XT for Diablo and other local trails.

[@nikitaspapaggelopoulos9651]

YT all the way buddy. I have a 2017 capra and even completely stock it would rip through the trail. Progressive rear travel and whatever you do to it, you are always in control. 🤘

[@chriscordova2680]

Alex go back to Yeti!!! You were always rippin it on the yeti, or test ride a yt capra. Please dont stop making videos from build videos to rides out and about to when you were hurt and just riding around the block doing wheelies, you have always been an inspiration for me, and others im sure, to just get out and pedal!!! Keep up the great work and cant wait to see your next ride.

[@DRK_MTB_406]

Super stoked on your build. I was considering getting a new yolk and coil shock for my enduro.....but. You described the same problems I'm trying to fix. I always thought it didn't feel like a real 165. Thanks for making the video. you probably just helped me save 500-600 dollars.

[@petermontague5962]

Class video dude, 100% keep making more content

[@Beardown811]

Keep posting man, love your vids. Watched to the end and already looking forward to the next one!

[@wheresthedvo]

I've heard that a bit about metallic pads, where they need to be heated up before they work well, but once they are, they perform perfectly.

[@beanburnham01]

Watched whole thing. Keep up the content, it's good to hear unbiased opinions

[@justinonyt]

I did make it to the end. What ill say about your vids is I like coming here to hear someone who just nerds out on different bikes, and high end components, saying what you like or dont like about them. Im sure theres a lot of enthusiasts that appreciate that about your content. I think your core audience is probably riders who stay up to date on the newest/best frames and components and i think your opinion holds a lot of weight since you have years of experience. But you should post whatever you like making

[@dirt5two]

I like the honest opinions about your bikes. Keep it up. 👍🏻

[@skylerreidbikes]

Another bike to think about would be the Orbea Rallon. Their size large isn't the biggest on the market for sure, but is has a super steep seat tube angle, slack front end with an short-offset fork, and a really great riding rear suspension. I work in a demo shop and really like the extra length compared to my Hightower LT.

[@alexthemtbr]

Skyler Reid yea the xl Is too big and large is too small. So I’m a bit screwed there :/

[@10asians]

Hey Alex, I made it to the end 😊. I really enjoy your videos. I think your explanation of suspension travel is perhaps one of the best, and most easily understandable explanations that I have ever heard, great job! Also even though you shot that on your iPhone, the quality was perfectly acceptable and of course the content was great. I honestly think you really have a gift as far as how you can distill technical content and simplify it for the masses. Thanks for continuing make awesome videos 👍

[@alexthemtbr]

Trang Doan that’s awesome to hear! I always doubt myself and think I’m just rambling. I do really want to work on making more quality content. It’s been so cool to here the responses on this video!

[@10asians]

I work in a bike shop and I am always looking for new ways to help explain concepts to people and your explanations and reviews are thorough and excellent so keep rambling 😊. Also, great to see you represent Chico. I live in Denver but have been to Chico and dig it!

[@HansPeter-pm1gq]

Absolute dreambuild imo Would buy it 10/10 And yes please more vids, enjoyed it every time I ride a 27,5 enduro and would now switch to a 29 if I could after I've ridden the rallon of a buddy. Man 29er rule :D

[@alexthemtbr]

Hans Peter that orbea is such a good bike! Glad you here you love your Enduro 🤘🏽

[@HansPeter-pm1gq]

Alex Chamberlin if you want to sell the black frame with orange fork 😏😏😂

[@zyoungson]

Try getting your hands on a linkage set from a 2017 bike, use the link only (not the shock yoke). It makes a big difference, feels so much better thru the travel and you dont get a super hard ramp up at the end. I have had both 2017 and 2018 enduros, noticed it straight away when going to the ‘18 bike, luckily had a spare linkage from the ‘17 to swap over. Added bonus with the older link is you get 165mm of rear wheel travel instead of 160mm

[@Domowoi2]

Something that I have noticed on stock Shimano pads, if you leave your bike sitting after a wet ride, the pads oxidize or something. So they make more noise and have less power. This is with the stock Shimano organic pads. The sinter ones seem to care less about that.

[@charliew830]

Keep making vids! Great riding and I really like to hear your thoughts on bikes and components, very informative.

[@rondre3000]

Made it to the end. I enjoy hearing your opinions on diff parts spec and bikes. Keep the reviews and maintenance tips coming!

[@danielthomson1882]

The metallic pads are designed to work in a higher heat range, same as in a race car, that’s why you see them accelerating and braking on their warm up lap 👍

[@alexthemtbr]

Daniel Thomson haha I figured. I just never liked that initial pull on the brakes. I guess I just need to get use to it!

[@TheArsenalGoonship]

I own a RM Instinct BC Edition and it absolutely rips! I love it. I also like the fact that not many people have one in my part of the world (AZ). Plus, it has room for a big bottle!

[@alexthemtbr]

TheArsenalGoonship that and the ripmo were tied for best bike in my opinion!

[@jsonracer]

Your videos aren’t perfect and pro, but I like that. Also really appreciate the honest thoughts and opinions. You really ride the heck out of these things!

[@Mucless]

yes, mate your videos are informative and fun to watch

[@bevan247]

I have a 2017 Enduro 29 and I fully agree with what you said! A sick bike no doubt about it and great climber too, but when you really push it it's just not as composed as I'd expect based on numbers. It seriously plows through anything in a straight line though 👊

[@KyranN12]

Bike would look sick if it had an orange coil

[@alexthemtbr]

Kyran Aldworth I thought about it! But orange coil on a RS shock? Ehhh might want to try it 😂

[@KyranN12]

Maybe some plasti dip but that doesnt look right :)

[@andrewrecko6078]

Alex, I ride a 2017 Specialized Enduro 29r elite and so far I have enjoyed it thoroughly. I finally had to send in my rock shox monarch plus for service and have been testing my buddy's Ohlins air shock which I have no complaints about even though that shock has had some reliability issues. I too am a Maxis tire guy, but I am testing the new Butcher 29X2.6s and recommend that you test those tires - although, they may not measure 2.6 with calipers. I enjoy aggressive trail riding, jumping, and climbing - so far so good. Specialized website is having a sale right now on all $45+ tires, buy one get one free. The knobs on these tires have really good bite - check them out! Cheers, Andrew (SoCal Enduro rider)

[@christianlopez6560]

Hey Alex , I’m always glad to see your videos , they are great ! Cheer up brother you one of the best MTB youtubers today !!!!!

[@alexthemtbr]

christian one of the best?!? You sure 😂 thank you for the kind words!

[@christianlopez6560]

Alex Chamberlin , well my friend I’m only follow the best guys on the net the ones make interested videos good info nice action and you are in my list!

[@jamiestewart2481]

Blew out 3 air shocks on my 2017 enduro 29 as well mate. Only brand I could source in UK that did the enduro specific shock length was ohlins. I know what you mean about the coil bottom out. I run the sag probably 15 - 20% to compensate for the end stroke issue. it usually means my legs are doing most of the work at low speed but when it gets fast I feel like it's amazing! I understand your issues though. I think my next frame I choose shall have a more progressive linkage system so I know there are more options out there!

[@yuriboiblu]

5:58 oh you're not crazy! same feeling on those new brakes (pads & rotors) over 4-5 years riding using metallic pads especially in the wet seasons. thought that was weird too. hahahaha. good stuff to know everyday from you Alex! just subsbribed 21,509th today!

[@KiangaBahati]

Man, with your skills, it is all about finding a bike that just feels right for YOU. People put WAY too much on what the bike can handle. Off Road riding is more about the person's skill than the bike. A perfect example of this is Yoann Barelli riding a cyclross bike down Dirt Merchant in Whistler. If the bike does not feel right, it is not you, the bike just is not what you want. Just my 2 cents. Love the videos man, keep on doing what you are doing!

[@alexthemtbr]

Averagrider I would agree! I just want the extension of your body feeling again, that’s when the real magic happens are you start riding super wel

[@sterlingwanamaker6249]

Always stoked to see ur new setups. Def stayed the whole video

[@leageofoverwatch6961]

I think every video is great and interesting, so please post more videos. And also the quality of this video isn’t that bad. I also love your riding videos because you are fast and the places you ride are always nice. Please keep up!!

[@alexthemtbr]

Leageof Overwatch thank you! I want to include more riding in my videos for sure, but the POV only videos are just so overplayed now ...

[@leageofoverwatch6961]

Alex Chamberlin that’s true, but for example the ‘’Amazing day in Santa Cruz’’ video is in my opinion one of your best videos. I just hope for more videos

[@allydidier791]

Hey Alex! I got to the end of the video and if you are motivated to make some videos, I’ll definitely keep watchin’! I really like your style of videos and since you are a racer, it’s really cool to see the bikes you build up!

[@alexthemtbr]

Alex Didier hey thank you man! Unfortunately I can be too picky but maybe that’s an interesting POV lol

[@ryannonu6671]

yah bro. sweet content. I have a 2018 Enduro too. I feel the same way. I just rode porcupine rim in Moab which is basically an 11 mile rock garden. It ate up all that chunk but I felt EVERYTHING maybe that works for Curtis Keene, but it feels SKETCHY. Tracks I'll pin on other bikes feel like I'm out of control on the Enduro. I'm faster though for sure. But I agree with what you were saying. I just cant get comfy on it. Hopefully that changes. Im considering a Norco Range or a Commencal Meta V4.2 New Zealand edition.

[@alexthemtbr]

ryan nonu both a rad! Really digging the range

[@leonidassparte8101]

From France, I love your vids, awesome trails and beautiful bikes. Little bit notalgic about the old sb6, and continue to make videos ;)

[@alexthemtbr]

Abel Thibault that’s awesome man! And I do really miss the yeti :/

[@Lukeanicic]

keep making content. love what u do keep it up

[@alexthemtbr]

Luke Anicic thank you man !

[@kenmunoz8517]

Hey man don’t dis’ yourself about cell phone usage, everyone’s gotta start somewhere and it’s great to see young people taking a crack at it. For perspective, I’m 53 now and have ice climbed, road raced (motorcycles), did Moab when it cost me $27/ night to stay on the main drag. You’ll look back on these days with nothing but wonderful memories; so, as the counter boy said in “Jerry McGuire”: ...”That’s how you become great man... hang your balls out there”. Keep goin’ buddy!💪🏽

[@akammer1000]

Looks great. Would you try a Rocky Mountain Altitude?

[@addtext]

I have the 2017 and love it but find that the chain slap is what makes my bike experience more worrying because I think about the noises. I don't like hearing clanking. I am going to see if I can purchase their new chain guard and see if that helps. Otherwise I don't mind the end stroke like you mentioned. Got the stx22 still. Needs a service. Cheers.

[@nicoofner85]

Had the same feeling with my tues. Now on the Ns Fuzz it feels a lot more stable and chilled going the same speed

[@alexthemtbr]

Nico Ofner good to know! I wonder if the yt’s got better on this last revision or not

[@nicoofner85]

Alex Chamberlin maybe a little bit, but that's not a racebike that's just a bikepark rig in my opinion

[@jonasbarakat]

Maybe the progressive springs from Mrp could fit the vivid and help you with end stroke ramp up.

[@alexthemtbr]

definitely might be able to help! Good idea man 🤘🏽

[@cholayvolante]

keep doing vids bro, you always have interesting content people want to watch

[@anthonydunne2209]

Orbea rallon? I recently got one, and honestly can't find a fault in it, been racing Dh and enduro and bike is perfect for every thing, could be a bike to consider

[@leifostrum9597]

The Ibis Ripmo looks like such a sweet bike! Dw link like your old Firebird but in a 29er, or maybe a trek slash? I have a 2016 27.5 Trek Slash and I love it so far. Just need to set up the monarch plus for my riding.

[@ZIggyRIbetto]

Hey if your looking for a new bike the 2018 Devinci Spartan is rad! I have been on mine since may, and put on around 150,000 ft of vert and over 180 hours (did a spring training camp in North Carolina for a month) and all I can say is that it shreds. Can run it very plush like I like it without bottoming hard on anything including days at windrock. It can also be ridden with a stiff setup, my friend Adam Robbins runs it that way and is winning pro out here in the east coast. Incredible traction and solid geo makes this thing feel planted at speed, but is still a blast at slow speeds and gets me koms on my local trail XC rides.

[@TheMTBRider96]

i also run metallic ice tech pads and they feels amazing from the beginning to the end, never felt the need to warm em up not even in the freezing italian winter

[@alexthemtbr]

Nicola Bergamo that’s good to know! Maybe I need to sand them and re bed them in

[@TheMTBRider96]

Alex Chamberlin yeah every once in a while I clean them with the muc off cleaner and some sand paper and they keep working like brand new

[@christianceja5665]

Alex, love your videos! Your videos are one of the big influences that have me turning my dream build into reality. I think you should come out more in your videos though. Let your viewers get to know who you are a bit more. Keep it up brotha! Cheers!

[@mtbboy1993]

Awesome review. I am leaning towards Nicolai g15 & Pole Evolink. they have a longer wheelbase, and chainstay, to me they seem more like what I am looking for, But I haven't demo'ed any of them. the linkage design is quite decent on the Specialized, I like that it has double shear joints/linkages, bearings won't missalig this way, liek htey do on my fuel ex, but I am not sure how well, threaded alloy shell molded to carbon would do with temperature changes.

[@pvrr9169]

I made it to the end, you seemed to like the Pivot a lot. If I were you I would wait for their long travel 29er!!

[@alexthemtbr]

PVRR it was promised a whole year ago !!! I want it😂

[@craigsteele8178]

Hey Richard, I enjoyed your video on your Enduro. I have the same bike as you but a Ohlins coil 2018 and I truly love it. I am also an advanced rider like yourself and my opinion differs a little from yours. I live in Colorado we’re we have four mn’t bike parks chair lifted and I went from Nomad C to the Enduro. The Enduro is noticeably faster I think through rock sections combined with the progression of the coil it’s scary fast. I myself don’t no as much as you in the suspension department as I go with the feel of the bike setup and work a little from there. For a big bike it climbs really well better than the Nomad . I think sometimes we can over think the suspension I have not bottomed out yet on my Enduro yet and my body weight is around 190 Ibs and I love to huck ! Lol! Anyway, just wanted to hit you up with my experience on my Enduro. Enjoy the ride bro.

[@bigfootandbananaman4746]

If you don't like that rear suspension, check out Ellsworth

[@alexthemtbr]

Bigfoot And Bananaman to find A worse one??

[@bigfootandbananaman4746]

Alex Chamberlin no haha Ellsworth is great especially their new bikes. They have improved so much in the past couple of years

[@jonathanhowson6420]

I have the ohlins coil limited edition version of this bike. It is absolutely superb and the best enduro bike I have ever ridden. My previous bike was a santa cruz megatower cc and a mega 290 factory before that.

[@ziobersan]

You are right with metallic pads. It's all because coefficient of friction depends on many factors and you can't exacly tell how much it is becuase it's changes while you braking. Can't believe you broke some fox shox, I thought its bulletproof. Love that kind of videos! I hope U gonna do some more build/bikecheck stuff.

[@kennysousa5029]

Good stuff, Alex. Your build vids and maintenance are always insightful. It’s nice seeing that point of view rather than looking at some dude in a shop apron with an expanse of every Park tool in the background. I feel more connected with a down to earth (honest) host like you rather than someone who is trying to sell me something. Now put that damn gimbal back on and get out there 😂

[@alexthemtbr]

Kenny Sousa people really love the Gimbal footage don’t they 😂

[@ZacHigham]

I tried the Specialized enduro at a demo day, it actually felt amazing, I’m use to riding a downhill bike and it felt just as planted and even better in some ways, just felt as though the rear wheel just tracked the ground so well, the rear shock was a Rockshox air shock, I can’t remember the name of it though, but it was the pink and black enduro :)

[@alexthemtbr]

Zac Higham hmmmm interesting. I’ve heard complete opposite reviews from so many people. Idk what to think anymore haha

[@kylefeldhaus]

Hey man saw the whole video, you should think about the Alchemy Arktos or Arktos 29. Im hopping on an 27.5 Arktos once I sell my Bronson. It was a tough decision between the SB6 and HD4 and the Alchemy but the Arktos just blew me away. INSANELY fast and planted. You should look into one!

[@OryxAnAngryBoi]

I had the same issues with the rear on my 2013 enduro, felt way too chattery. I put the same Vivid coil on and it was better but still not perfect. I ended up running a 450 spring and almost too much air in the fork to keep it from going through stuff too hard, and considering i am on 67kgs it was weird. On a sentinel now and even with a stock DPX2 it is way better. Keep up the filming!!

[@alexthemtbr]

Patrick Williams that bike impressed me so much! The sentinel was dead quite and so composed

[@morethanbikes]

Commencal Meta AM 29 and YT Capra 29 may be a couple affordable options to consider. Thank you for the videos Alex, I just got this bike on a good deal so trying to dig up some info on it. This video was very helpful, I’ll subscribe and look forward to watching some of your future video. Thanks again man!

[@Geschlossen007]

I love your videos, especially the ones about maintenance and the reviews. Please don't stop making them! And btw, I made it to the end of this video, of course.

[@alexthemtbr]

Geschlossen007 thank you for the support! You guys make me want to keep making videos!

[@MartianGopnik]

If you visualize the suspension on your current bike under compression, the wheelbase actually *shortens.* I've never had a bike with rear suspension, but I imagine that would feel a bit sketchy when landing bigger jumps. I only know of two manufacturers that make frames with rear suspensions that have the wheel moving *backward* under compression: Commençal and Canfield Brothers. Both frames are technically marketed at DH riders (not enduro, but pretty close...) One requires an adapter to mount a 203 rear disc (which will probably bother your OCD,) and the other doesn't meet your "29er" requirement; even still, I hope that this is at least a nudge in the right direction for your quest to find the ideal rear suspension.

[@MrJohnyBoy00]

Looking to upgrade my 2019 stumpy st Xfusion air to coil. Thanks for the video

[@andrewk3473]

Thought about a Transition Sentinal? New geometry, big wheels, looks like a ripper.

[@MrMitrick]

Watched every minute of all your videos alex...keep it up and just be yourself..👍

[@lukasellingsen213]

Have been riding my intense carbine for two months, i am really happy with it and i think it is one of the best long travel 29 i have ever tried, maybe you should have a look?

[@chawkins45ify]

Check this out, I just weighed my aeffects and some turbines i picked up hoping to save weight right, well the aeffect cinch's are actually lighter! And I prefer how they mount up with a shimano BB. My buddy just swapped his turbines for nexl sl and the weight savings were negligible. I'm glad you mentioned how good the affects are!

[@chawkins45ify]

Ps. I watch all your videos and made it to the end, keep it going and keep raising the bar

[@wwefridaycp]

Made it to the end, honest and informative videos which I like

[@glpf5]

Last year I ended my 10 year ride on an Enduro and like it...until I rode an Ibis HD3 (that DW link:). I'm sure that the several iterations of the Enduro that came out between mine and yours included several changes but I just never loved that FSR suspension but couldn't afford to get out of it until last year. I always felt like the bike was riding very harsh, unless I was riding way faster/harder than I felt comfortable; i've heard this comment about the HD4 as well "you really have to push it to make it ride well" but I haven't tried one so I can't say for sure. I love your videos but I also understand how much work it is to shoot and edit them and unless this is your full time, paying job it's a struggle to find the time/motivate yourself to do it. The mech at my local LBS just got rid of his HD4 for a Ripmo, he says it's faster for him than the HD4 was. Good luck with your bike search.

[@alexthemtbr]

glpf5 thank you for the response! The spesh is definitely not too fun unless you are fully pinned. I really fell in love with Dw bikes! They are so planted and fun. I’m super interested in the ripmo! I just can’t get one until August at the earliest :/

[@MTBScotland]

The enduro has an odd leverage curve. At the end of the stroke from around 125 to 165mm the leverage ratio rises up so will tend to blow through its travel faster. They have quite a high leverage ratio as well which won't help things.

[@MrBjorntsc]

Same problems here. Great for the average rider. Linear rates help most riders use more travel. The more aggressive and fast you are, the more progressiveness you need. It is hard to manage travel with a near linear rate and the inability to run an air shock. The ext storia also did not last. They sent out shafts with a reinforcement a few weeks ago. Now it is a option. The vivid needs the firm compression tune. The ohlins needs to be firmed up. The push is also an option. Any ideas on the firebird 29? Kind of interested myself.

[@leifostrum9597]

What about a Guerrilla Gravity Smash 29er for your next bike? Made in Colorado! They look insane

[@owenscott8624]

I've got saints with metallic pads, and have the same problem

[@alexthemtbr]

Owen Scott so weird but oh well I guess

[@gmt198]

Take a look at a Mojo Nicolai Geometron G16 - it can be set up as a 29er, Hybrid or 27.5.

[@Skynet_11]

great video dude, keep'im comin'! Always watch your whole videos, like the tech talk dude :D

[@Jacksquatch69]

Yea I watched the whole video. I tried an enduro (aluminum) last year, i'm not a very good rider but really tall. I hated the pedaling position on it. I ended up with a Guerilla Gravity The Smash and love it. I like when there is more 3rd person action in videos. the helmet/chest mounts get old. But 3rd person is a lot more of a pain in the ass to film.

[@williamharing5177]

Totally on point, I have been on one for 30 days, will send but it feels slightly reckless, yes, rear shock blowup, I love to corner and jump this bike. What’s the rise on your bars?

[@alexthemtbr]

William Haring 30mm!

[@flipb18b1]

Keep making videos, I always enjoy them

[@ryandacus]

Go with the Yeti again Alex your a Yeti rider... I don’t think the Specialized fits your style like the Yeti did! Haha....all the bikes you were considering are sick. The Ibis Ripmo or the Rocky Mountain Instinct BC edition are two of my other favs. Great video keep them coming!

[@alexthemtbr]

Ryan Dacus I know i know 😂 I like Dw and switch. I just kept breaking yetis! How are you feeling? Back on the bike yet??

[@moelarthur1412]

Nukeproof mage, I've had the 275 for nearly a year now and I love it, not a bike many people in the US ride though

[@alexthemtbr]

Moel Arthur141 would love to try one out!

[@jinavl]

I just got a 2018 canyon strive and the bike is fantastic..not super slack but is a ripper

[@yzedf]

I've got the same cranks on my DH bike, they seem fine. Same issue with the metallic pads, but they're great after that.

[@alexthemtbr]

yzedf yea the feel after it awesome! Think Illl just learn to deal with it

[@legosetreview137]

I've got a '18 Enduro 29 too. Float X2 rear Fox 36 160 front. Saw your last bike update and commented about some of my difficulties with setup as well. It has been a hard bike to get setup well. Right now I've finally got it feeling good. It is I think a bit more plush than my old SB5.5c with float X2 and the rear does not bounce around as much. The Enduro does not sprint as well which is unfortunate as that is a big part of being fast. I also have a Aluminum Sentinel and it's been good but frame is way heavy. I snagged a L carbon frame so considering building that up but first race is in a week and half so not the time to change for me. I did switch to a 44mm offset CSU on my fork and installed a Vorsprung Luftkappe. The offset was a small but positive difference. Luftkappe is only positive. How did you tell that your Float X2 was cavitated? I'm ready to switch bikes too as I'm constantly chasing "perfect". Maybe SC will do a 29er Nomad? I need a h20 bottle mount too. Specialized and the SWAT system means I can do huge rides and not have to wear a pack which is big for me. New Stumpjumper looks pretty good too honestly. I'd be on a Ripmo if I could get a deal, but I stick to anything I can get a deal on. Bottom line, as you said I think it's possible to be fast on anything but bikes are so good I want something that doesn't have huge compromises.

[@alexthemtbr]

Todd Munson sounds like we are in the same boat. The stumpy is intriguing because I love being able to do huge rides without a backpack. If you want to sell that transition... let me know 😂 I’ve heard rumors about the Hightower LT getting nomad like suspension soon too. Interested in that for sure!

[@wigdig]

Love your videos! Keep posting! What about an orbea rallon? Big travel 29er with room for a bottle cage. There's a comparison vid v the enduro and the rallon comes out on top. They had similar feedback to yours on the enduro!

[@alexthemtbr]

wigdig the sizing just doesn’t work out well unfortunately

[@wigdig]

I'm between sizes too... 187cm. Went for the XL. Rode the large before purchase and it felt a tad small.

[@wigdig]

By the way - more skills vids would be great. The advice you gave on the Loam Ranger's vid about line choice, trail braking while cornering, etc. was really helpful.

[@criticleague2964]

Man i bet everyone made it to the end! Love your vids cheers✌

[@SamDWilliams]

Great video. Love the tips and trick to setup your bike. 🤘🤘

[@alexthemtbr]

Sam Williams awesome! I always get distracted tho! I planned to go into more detail 😂

[@useport80]

made it to the end! can't wait to see your next bike

[@mikerotchburns1622]

i like that ur a bike dork and get into the components, its a good listen. you ever look into a slash?

[@alexthemtbr]

Mike Rotchburns I like the slash! Geo is a bit off. Really excited for the devinci spartan 29!