"The best bike in the world is the one you're riding" finally someone else who gets it!! Loved this review. Looking forward to more.
@energ8t7 ай бұрын
Most awards are simply ads for large corporations. Way too many complaints about the idler for that award, even to Trek.
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Yeah that’s a very fair point. Interesting for pinkbike to make it so seemingly obvious when there seems to be a lot of negative opinions on the bike.
@LJ_Adventure793 ай бұрын
What are some good cheap riding pants?
@Tequila6287 ай бұрын
Trust me, this video felt like I was watching a millions subs channel. And a good one at that, with heart and soul put into. I'm amazed! Subbed for sure! 🤙🤙🤙
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! We really do appreciate it!
@Coors19747 ай бұрын
What does that thing weigh... riding weight.. water .tools.ect..40lbs??
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Didn’t get a chance to weigh it but definitely wasn’t particularly heavy. Probably lighter than James’ Commencal Meta. Maybe around 38 pounds if I was to guess.
@davidhodgson94197 ай бұрын
With nothing in the fame, no water bottle, cushcore pro in just the rear and continental downhill casing kryptotal front and rear it is 18.6 kgs 41lbs 😅
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
@@davidhodgson9419 a beast!
@MrSupermugen7 ай бұрын
terrible Value in NZ, was on sale almost instantly - chain drop issues plus the poor value is such a shame. - updated idler is coming march i believe. I've ridden a friends 8, While it was pretty good, chain drops were an issue, He ended up being able to return the bike. He's glad he got to return as paid full price straight away and the value was extremely poor. the Fork warranty is interesting, I've had 2 of my last fox made forks make terrible noise(in last 6 months) blue shark NZ is also terrible to deal with, argue with everything.
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Yeah that's super interesting aye. We weren't aware of all the issues people had been having. Will be keeping an eye on that for sure! And I have to agree about blue shark, not many good experiences getting fox stuff serviced.
@MrSupermugen7 ай бұрын
@@BlueSkyBoys I had a Clunking factory 36 that was brand new, sent to Blue 3 times - Got incontact with Fox Factory Australia and they paid for shipping to Aus, they fixed it and sent it back, was pissed to say the least!
@kobemaui99837 ай бұрын
Interesting sent my X2 to Blue Shark NZ 3x they got it right on 4th time never again pity as I like FOX stuff overall
@a8f235Ай бұрын
Bike of the lair goes to...
@alexh.406824 күн бұрын
What's your bike of the year then... lol.
@finroddd3 ай бұрын
Saw it on screen and it looks ugly. Saw it in flesh - still looks ugly.
@alex.huyhuy7 ай бұрын
It's as if Trek sponsors pinkbike or something 🤷
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Could be the case
@UnlikelyReply7 ай бұрын
Great vid, as a footnote for anyone with a new trek that has creaking sounds on suspension, start with a little grease on the cable routing through the rear triangle and also make sure the cable ties are tight on the brake and shifter cables where applicable. These do give the impression of creaking bearings.
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Ah that’s a very good shout. I’ll let David know so hopefully he can tame the noises. Appreciate it!
@on1ytheb3st5 ай бұрын
Where are you boys based, environment is kind of throwing me off. Based on your accent and background I’d guess NZ because def not Aussie. Also what camera setup you got going on at 2:22, very crisp!
@morris24503 ай бұрын
The lads are NZers
@waldchiller469520 күн бұрын
no
@Gmork-The-Nothing7 ай бұрын
I will say, the suspension and brake spec does seem a bit entry level. Given my 2021 Slash 8 has a Lyrik Select+ fork (one step down from Ultimate), and a Super Deluxe Ultimate in the rear. Plus the Code R brakes are killer as far as SRAM brakes go. They've been largely maintenance free since I did a good, proper bleed on them two years ago. Definitely gone down a couple levels on spec this year to offset the frame price I'm guessing.
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Yeah compared to the previous years 8 models it’s quite disappointing. That’s a pretty nice spec aye. But yes you’re right it probably was to avoid it going up hugely in price with this new frame.
@Stockfish15116 ай бұрын
Im high end slash owner. But imo the new frame was ugly af and high pivot makes it even worse. I always thought Trek bikes have great looks. But this one was abomination.
@Biking_with_Akiva7 ай бұрын
You guys are dope 🤙🏾 love the ride videos 💪🏾💯
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Cheers mate! Appreciate it!
@roddas267 ай бұрын
High pivot for DH Overkill for trail? Will be interesting to see how it holds up long term🤙
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Yeah it’s potentially overkill for sure hahah. Like to try a few more high pivots, maybe a shorter travel one!
@rip.tear.7 ай бұрын
I don’t think it’s overkill, the forbidden Druid is a hell of a bike. I just don’t think trek have got this bike right.
@ashkonsenaati85307 ай бұрын
How does it compare to the commencal sx?
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
We’ve not tried the SX. But compared to the Meta AM, it definitely rides like there’s a lot more travel. The rearward axle path makes it feel very different in the corners which you have to adjust to. I’ve heard that from a few people the first time they ride a high pivot. We would want to try a higher spec model to really compare it with James’ Commencal
@danytheunicorn957 ай бұрын
Quick answer: no, the chain drops. I can always say that my commencal is better because at least the chain doesnt drop 😂
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Hahaha fair enough. Hopefully they can find a proper fix for that and not just on next years model. Can’t go wrong with a commencal!
@rip.tear.7 ай бұрын
Youre not wrong about the spec, its way to expensive for the parts it has. I havent ridden it but it didn't seem like the best bike either.
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Yeah definitely! Seems to be some serious issues with the drivetrain layout. Would be keen to spend more time on it and experience that for ourselves
@hannes61147 ай бұрын
Not it didn't
@Arig-d7x7 ай бұрын
How long was the ride? Did it feel like it was a challenge to pedal up things or is it ok to take it on long rides?
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
The ride was probably only 5 hours or so. Not noticeably hard to pedal but once the drivetrain gets a bit of dirt in it, that might change. There are probably better bikes for really long rides though!
@darian_eugene_14524 ай бұрын
Would you recommend this or the marin alpine trail xr?
@h3g98fn2 ай бұрын
The Marin is a lot less hardcore than the new slash so it really depends on what u need a bike for. If ur mostly riding trails and rarely go on enduro or park rides, the Marin is the better option with a much lighter weight and more playful geometry. However if you don’t care about anything but how fast a bike is downhill, the new slash is fantastic.
@Pickles_McGherkin7 ай бұрын
Great review guys, for more high pivot stuff you should try get a deviate or a forbidden to try out
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Cheers mate! Appreciate it! Yeah super keen to check those out. Might have to head down to Christchurch and hassle DVO to take their claymore out haha
@Whyusadd7 ай бұрын
Man trek really are trying hard to get this thing moving…..
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
They seem to be. but just to be clear Trek have nothing to do with this video if that's what you mean
@jaRide6667 ай бұрын
Hopefully to bump with you guys on rotorua trails
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Yeah definitely mate! Keep an eye on our Instagram story. We try to post when we are out there.
@lukelackermayer7 ай бұрын
If you want a great all around bike that is a going to be a better race bike, just get the gen 5 slash. Placing my order tm on a gen 5🎉
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
The gen 5 slash was a really great bike. Super fun too!
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
And congrats on the new bike!
@JamesRobertMTB7 ай бұрын
Where do you buy the chain for this beast?
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Should be fine with a regular chain you just won't be removing many links!
@davidhodgson94197 ай бұрын
It's exactly 116 links long so no chain Braker needed for a chain replacement!
@hambo767 ай бұрын
More Canyon Spectral AL coverage please!
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
I’ll try! Not sure what else to talk about now hahaha
@hambo767 ай бұрын
Just show it off more in the videos! It's a hell of a bike and weirdly ignored or not reviewed in any mtb publication or channel bar yours..
@dems_mtb7 ай бұрын
great review!
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Cheers! Appreciate it!
@Arig-d7x7 ай бұрын
sick vid
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@SkarTisu7 ай бұрын
As long as Trek paid the most to the reviewers, then they absolutely deserve the award.
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Haha one way of looking at it yeah.
@alexdrift62857 ай бұрын
Bike of the year? you almost got me with that brilliant joke haha
@BlueSkyBoys7 ай бұрын
Pinkbike’s joke not ours haha
@alexdrift62857 ай бұрын
@@BlueSkyBoys you mean Pinkbike that everyone's paying to advertise fake reviews? Yeah we know them