Don't buy a Yeti SB140 LR Until You See This...

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2023 Yeti SB140 Lunch Ride

[@mtbyumyum]

Enjoy up to 25% off the Yeti SB120, SB140, SB140 LR, SB160 and 160E. Order a stock bike or have Salt Cycles build your custom Gucci dream build today! Give Chris a call: # 801-943-8502

[@manoeltorresrodrigues2824]

Hi Jason, thanks for all the useful information. I used to ride the SB130 and I used to love that bike, except for when I was not so aggressive and I feel it was very hard to control. Is this SB140 LR improved this part? I’m riding a Stumpjumper now, I’m happy but miss my SB130 mainly in the climbs. Thank you

[@vickigraves-pp4tb]

Love this ride with you and your kiddos! They are killing it! I think it’s great how you keep shouting words of praise and encouragement along with helpful tips here and there. Really makes a difference for beginner riders.

[@mtbyumyum]

Thanks! Yeah, It's so much fun riding with my kids!

[@DB-sd3cw]

Unreal d riding holy smokes

[@HeartlandMakesAndOutdoors]

I grew up on the east side of Oklahoma City, Riding BMX bikes. We didnt really have any bike trails that I knew about until I was older, By the time I was in my mid 20's I was a Police Officer in OKC, I took out Police Mountain Bike School and actually learned so much at a bike school. I loved it, went on to become an instructor myself. We have a few places around OKC to ride trails etc. and I ended up working in one of our bike units until retired in 2021. I truly enjoyed watching this video with you riding with your kids. I took my daughters to several of the places around OKC to ride trials, With no mountains, we didnt have anything like this to ride, but I am truly impressed with how well both of your children are doing, I know you must be proud, I can Hear it in your voice and feel it watching the videos. thanks for taking the time to share this with us and know you have a new sub. How fun is this. I miss riding with my girls, they have grown up and moved on,. Right now I am in east Texas, I am currently bike less and looking for another bike. My last one was a specialized stump jumper and looking for what the "new" bike may be and or go with another specialized bike, Is how I got here. I appreciate you doing what you are doing. Thank you and I hope you all have a blessed week. Dale

[@William.Driscoll]

I hope you pick up a fast bike, this season. If it's a Yeti, I hope it feels right and serves you well. Take care ✌🏼

[@William.N]

Good on you for shouting out Salt Cycles! I hope to do this with my own kids in a couple years.

[@mtbyumyum]

Thanks! Yep, riding with my kids is one of my favorite things... Depending on a kids age it can be a challenge and really sort of try your patience while they're learning but after a season or two they get the hang of it, build good fitness and are able to ride with you!! It's the best!

[@LUISREYES-cf1op]

LOVE it my little one is 3 about to be 4 he is riding already cant wait to get him on the trails, awesome video thank you.

[@mtbyumyum]

That is awesome!

[@stevenleung9589]

You’re a great dad as well Jason. Cool to see your positive influence on your kids and very much respect that! I need to get my son and daughter out in the trails but doing more boating this year instead!

[@mtbyumyum]

I always thought I'd have a boat... we spent a lot of time boating as a kid but dang, boats are crazy expensive these days

[@DB-sd3cw]

Insane d riding good God have some self respect

[@petedivine]

Your kids are really lucky to have you as a father. A++ video.

[@mtbyumyum]

Ah, thanks! We have a lot of fun together!!

[@LucasY_YT]

Great video! You should try Powder Mountain in Eden, Utah. They have some cool trails!

[@mtbyumyum]

Thanks!

[@Monkeyseemonkey79]

Your son is a little ripper with great flow. He launched that one at 14:00 !

[@mtbyumyum]

haha yep! He also rides moto a bit so he has excellent technique

[@superbikedave]

A shout out to MTByumyum and Salt cycles. I was in SLC last week (from New England) and had a half day to ride. Booked a bike at Salt Cycles (Pivot Trail 429) with plans to ride the Flying Dog Loop in Park City but ran short on time so I pulled Corner Canyon from MTBYumYum’s videos and asked the shop for suggestions. The bike was set up perfect, transaction was super smooth, and trail suggestions were great. It was my first time renting a bike anywhere but it couldn’t have been better (days later I rented for myself and my kids in Bend, OR and while I had an OK rental experience, it was definitely a bit less smooth). Thanks to both Salt Cycles and MTBYumYum for helping me explore UT for an afternoon and for your great content.

[@oregonphototrekker8894]

Just placed my order for a new 140 LR T2 - $6100 right now. Excited! The demo blew my mind - coming from a 2017 Trail 429

[@mtbyumyum]

Nice! Did you order it from Chris at Salt Cycles?

[@oregonphototrekker8894]

@@mtbyumyum I’d like to be able to say “yes I patronized your sponsor” but no - I have a Yeti dealer in town and more importantly, this LBS is really awesome in every way. Run by mountain bikers who do actual trail work as well, have very reasonable pricing, and are extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I just had to get my next new bike from them. I’m lucky to have a shop like that in my city.

[@furion..]

I love her little scream! 20:34 🤣

[@mtbyumyum]

haha I wasn't sure how if any viewers would hear that lol yep, she's so brave tho!!

[@dougiefreshrides9523]

Awesome vid dude. Those views are so awesome. I miss Utah.

[@mtbyumyum]

Pretty incredibly up there!

[@themtchannel2110]

trail looks like fun and beautiful, your kids are amazing! i think one of my fav yumyum vids :)

[@mtbyumyum]

Thank you! We had a blast riding Snowbird.

[@lpasatie]

Total dad goals.

[@terryeyland5305]

Thanks for the amazing videos. You convinced me on the SB140. Picked up a new SB140 T2LR. I was wondering what mods you made or recommended to make it lighter and what weight is your medium SB140?

[@mtbyumyum]

Call Chris at Salt Cycles and he can easily get you set up with my same mods for lighter weight. 801-943-8502 good luck!!

[@terryeyland5305]

@@mtbyumyum I could... but being in Canada would seem non-genuine of myself to ask for mods when it would not be possible to buy it from Salt Cycles. I was hoping you could share yourself

[@mtbyumyum]

Depending on your terrain, lighter faster rolling tires can really lighten up and speed up the bike. Lighter carbon wheels will help. Carbon bar and stem. Carbon cranks are the next biggest contributor to weight. I'm now currently running the new v3 Oneup dropper post as it's lighter weight than others on the market.

[@terryeyland5305]

@@mtbyumyum thanks! The T2LR already comes with carbon bar and crank so that is not really an option but maybe changing the stem and one up dropper is something to consider. Thanks!

[@petedog9581]

Been riding w my son a lot this summer. He is 16. What a great experience w your kids. No cell phones. Lol.

[@mtbyumyum]

That is awesome! Good for you!!

[@petedog9581]

@@mtbyumyum I was complimenting your ride w your kids. What nice trail.

[@mtbyumyum]

Thank you! I was just saying it's great you're getting out with your 16 yr old... that's awesome!

[@BikeandSkiGeoff]

Drove down there weekend before last for UTMB race (supporting not running). Actually didn't bring our bikes since Snowbird said they weren't offering lift service this summer. Was kinda bummed about that. Still was a fun trip!

[@mtbyumyum]

Interesting, didn't know they weren't doing summer lift service....

[@yetisiedzinski1007]

Kiddos doing great! Congrats Dad!

[@mtbyumyum]

Thank you!

[@EscobarAdventures]

love your videos, keep up the good work.

[@mtbyumyum]

thank you!

[@avySeal]

I appreciate your video. I’m considering purchasing a new bike. The Yeti is on my list to check out - something different for me.

[@mtbyumyum]

I don't think you'd be disappointed... in my experience it's the best trail bike available right now!

[@MTBAviator]

Do you prefer the regular or the lunch ride version?

[@michaeldiamond7063]

Love your thoughts on the comparison between the switchblade and the SB140. I have loved my switchblade from Salt Cycles for over 2 years and just curious on your thoughts between the two. Salt Cycles treated me really well and will always recommend them!

[@gnar_tar]

but wait, there is more. New switchblade incoming ;)

[@mtbyumyum]

The transition from Switchblade to SB140 LR is an easy one... they're similar in a lot of ways. Tons of support out back, both ride high in their travel and are incredibly efficient for mid travel 29er trail bikes. The geo on the Yeti is slightly more aggressive and sort of takes the sting out of any would be harsh section of trail... you can also charge a little harder on the Yeti without getting any harsh feeling out back. I'm not sure if it was my lighter weight (145 lbs) or what but sometimes, really charging hard on the Switchblade, I would get this dull harsh feeling out back on that bike. I never NEVER get that on the SB140 LR. Both bikes are very balanced and have what I would describe as a "neutral" riding position. As with the Ibis Ripmo, when ridden back to back with the SB140 LR.... I left feeling like the SB140 LR was the clear choice... I can easily recommend the SB140 LR to anyone currently riding a Switchblade or Ripmo... it's well worth the upgrade!!

[@MTBActionCam1]

Thanks for the super detailed comparisons.

[@gnar_tar]

@@mtbyumyum we are also comparing a 2020 bike versus a 2023 bike. let's see how it stacks up in a couple of months

[@cosmicheretic8129]

I'm curious how the sb140 lr compares to my Revel Rascal?

[@masqueman01]

That kid is a great rider!!! 🎉

[@mtbyumyum]

Thanks!

[@lukel9605]

Very cool place to ride...especially with your kids!

[@mtbyumyum]

It really is amazing up at Snowbird. Tough terrain for the kids but they're getting the hang of it and it's nice to expose them to different terrain besides just buffed flow trails.

[@marcid6527]

Dad of the year award!!

[@mtbyumyum]

haha just tying to keep up with you!

[@furion..]

Hey, that's some gorgeous territory@! - Jason have you ever ridden the Downieville Downhill in Northern Cali?

[@mtbyumyum]

Never been up there... I would love to start riding more places tho

[@jameswitherspoon7640]

Great video- as always. We’re moving out your way later this year. Which area would you recommend for best riding for families. My kids are the same age as yours. Cheers

[@mtbyumyum]

Here in corner canyon is excellent! Welcome to Utah.

[@pauls3616]

Great video. The kids did an amazing job.

[@mtbyumyum]

Thank you! Really proud of them!

[@monkeypawism]

Dad goals.

[@mtbyumyum]

haha I guess so... I just like hanging out with these guys... they're my best friends!

[@morF1ni]

I am using a sb160 currently but I hear you and I feel like I could have a more fun ride in a poppier playfull bike. Hope you could help me with my dilema ha! whenever you try the 160 please let us know.

[@vincedavis5326]

Great trails! Great job being a dad!

[@mtbyumyum]

haha thanks!

[@SWFlowseeker]

Looks like a great day 👍🏼

[@mtbyumyum]

Every day up at Snowbird is a great day!!

[@Karlsvbike]

Great review! and great kids, they nailed it! I was looking for a new bike (come from a Santa Cruz 5010cc) with bigger travel. One bike to have fun in enduro trails but also allowing me to make 30-40 km routes with 800-1000 meters of slope usually. Will the sb140 LR be a better choice in stead of a stump jumper evo? Thanks for your expertise! No discounts in Spain ,( aha

[@clockfingerboards]

I’ve riden both and and choose the sb130(pretty much exact same as 140) it pedals better while also feeling more stable on downhills, but the evo is a sweet bike too, go ride both and decide for yourself😊

[@Karlsvbike]

@@clockfingerboards I finally decided for the sb140lr. Bit more expensive but iam super happy with it. Good sale promo. Its not a super pedal bike but it does a pretty good job during climbing. The dh and enduro trails.. super nice and smooth. I also had an adaptation period because i was riding a 27,5 and the sb140lr its a 29ner. Not an easy transition for me because the 5010 is a ver fun bike. The specialized didnt find it so good for me, but its also a super bike. Thanks!

[@rhad911]

How does this compare to the new Ibis Ripmo V3 or the Ibis Ripley V5? I live and bike in the same exact trails as you and looking for a one bike quiver

[@mtbyumyum]

It really just comes down to speed and riding style.... for Corner Canyon, the new Scalpel is excellent on everything but Jacobs, DDH and Levitate at the speeds I ride... for slower speeds and very little jumping, Scalpel is an excellent one bike quiver for these trails. If you rarely leave CC you might not want a bike as big as the ones you've listed.... maybe the Pivot Trail 429.... hard to say. Good luck!

[@rhad911]

@@mtbyumyum thanks for the info! Not really interested in the Scalpel. Between the SB140 LR, Ripley V5, or Ripmo V3. I prefer rides like Jacob’s, Levitate, LCC Quary off shoots, DV downhill and PC area rides. Coming from a ibis HD3 and trying to determine my next ride.

[@mtbyumyum]

ah, ok! I'll be riding the Ripmo V3 all week and will have more to say about it then... look me up on Strava and you can comment there for my conversation as I'm not great at getting back to people here.

[@franklaplaca2472]

Great video nice ride the kids are amazing 😎🤙

[@mtbyumyum]

Thank you! Yep, they're a blast to ride with!

[@hangnrashr]

Love the channel but we need to see other bikes. Its seems to be just Pivots, Yetis and Ibis that are getting the air time. Some European brands would be nice.

[@mtbyumyum]

Trust me, I wish I could get my hands on other brands but with no support it's difficult. This is not a job for me... I have a full time 40+ hour a week job and a family... Wish I could get support from other bike shops that have Santa Cruz, Giant, Scott, Trek, Norco, Orbea, YT, Canyon and others.... The only reason I was able to create content on the Stumpjumper and Stumpjumper EVO was because I went out and bought those bikes...

[@JT-MTB]

I was debating between the SB140, Switchblade and Ripmo. I ended up going with the Yeti from yours and others reviews. I tried using your Backcountry link but unfortunately my size was out of stock.

[@Cortezuma]

How do you like it? I watched these videos too and ended up choosing this over the Hightower. Ordered up a T2 build on sale. Waiting for it to come in… can’t help but feel a little buyers remorse on such a big purchase, coming from an alloy stumpjumper comp. Do you regret the Yeti? Is it worth it for you?

[@JT-MTB]

@@Cortezuma I actually ended up sending it back. I never rode it to know how it actually rides. Main reason I sent it back was because Revel was running ridiculous deals on their Rail29 over Black Friday so I bought one of those for $2500 less and got carbon wheels with it. So far I really like the Rail. It is a little heavy pedaling up, but it still gets through climbs and tech easily. I just have to be in an easier gear than I typically would be. It plows in the downs and is so fast. I’d guess the yeti is probably more efficient on the ups and is as good on the downs.

[@Cortezuma]

@@JT-MTB Thanks for getting back to me on it. It’s funny between commenting and now I actually canceled the order and picked up a Santa Cruz Hightower C S. On sale for $5100 but LBS gave it to me for $4800. Lower spec components really but I think given my alternatives it was a good choice. Glad you got a smoking deal. That always helps prevent buyers remorse.

[@ts-rf7er]

How does the 140 LR compare to the rocky instinct? I have ridden float x on the instinct which does NOT have a lock out and I am getting a ton of pedal bob climbing with all compression cranked which over the course of a 60-90 minute climb drains me so wondering if I get shock with lock out and call it day or swap bikes?

[@TheSasquatchNation]

I definitely want one

[@mtbyumyum]

Call Chris at Salt Cycles and order one… you won’t regret it. Easily my favorite bike! 801-943-8502 🤘

[@cadumgarcia]

Great video

[@mtbyumyum]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@abouvet1]

@mtbyumyum Great video man! SB160 and HD6 reviews please🙏

[@mtbyumyum]

I'm really excited about the HD6..... geo looks so good

[@John-sn4hl]

Can i ask how old you are? I just turned 35 and feel so out of shape. I want to get back riding

[@TheJjyoung333]

Any feedback on those kenda booster pro tires?

[@mtbyumyum]

I've not ridden them myself... side walls look a bit sus.... my daughter is like 90 lbs so for her weight and riding style I think she's good... no flats or problems yet and she probably has close to 400 miles on them. They're super light weight and look like they're fast rolling and descent traction... that's why I put them on her bike. I don't plan to ride them although now that I'm typing this I think I should probably just swap wheels with her this week and at least give them a try... haha glad we had this talk!! I'll return and report ;)

[@quicksilverz6642]

25% off…. Glad to see Yeti coming back to reality. I don’t think I’ve ever seen Yeti’s have such a big discount on brand new models. I guess with the economy, people were finally tired of paying $4,500 for a frameset! 😂

[@jddallager1699]

Supply exceeds demand currently.

[@jaredp19]

@@jddallager1699 yeah i don't think its that people are fed up with paying alot. Bc clearly people were paying that much. Bike companies are clearly feeling the lack of demand.. they are probably making significant money off these still, which tells you they could probably be even 10% cheaper

[@mtbyumyum]

Hey! I'm just glad Salt Cycles gets it and is extending this discount for these models including custom builds, not just axs

[@marksedman2267]

What tire combo are you using on your kids 24? I just ordered the DHF and DHR2 combo. Its so loose in laguna where I ride, i'm concerned hes gonna lose his front end on the 2.25 crown gems.

[@marksedman2267]

@mtbyumyum

[@mtbyumyum]

DHF front and rear.

[@michaeledwards5241]

Why no knee pads??

[@mtbyumyum]

Pretty controlled slow speeds with the kids... although I road Deer Valley last week and wore knee pads, chest place and full face helmet...

[@michaeledwards5241]

@@mtbyumyum I only commented as I forgot my knee pads the other week, first time in 10 years and as you can probably guessed I crashed. Love the channel and reviews 👍😎

[@jonathansewall538]

Did you sell the purple 140?

[@mtbyumyum]

It's currently for sale.... size Medium. send me an email if interested at [e-mail]

[@anthonylaner9326]

At 5"10 would you go medium or large?

[@mtbyumyum]

Hard to say... I'm 5'8" with a 35mm stem and 750mm bars and the fit feels great. I wouldn't want smaller.... Call the shop and ask Chris... he'll point you in the right direction! 801-943-8502

[@jamesleonard8374]

I am 5' 11" / 177 lbs and the large feels perfect for me on my Yeti SB130.

[@erikwolfers5197]

Why LR instead of non-LR?

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, good question... I can see a lot of people being very happy on the standard sb140... I usually have a shorter travel bike around so the LR acts as my big bike!

[@ernestobouvet]

Where is this?

[@mtbyumyum]

Snowbird, Utah US

[@jeffbradshaw2011]

what the hell those kids could be playing video games

[@erictrelz3519]

Yes, it was great to see your kids riding, but the title of the post was misleading. I thought I was going to see a serious review of the Yeti sb 140 and instead I saw footage of you riding with your kids. I guess I should post rides with my kids and call them bike reviews? Thought about subscribing but changed my mind. My time is valuable to me and I don’t want to waste it on misleading video titles.

[@flow2tech]

Or just buy a used sb130 on the dirt cheap.

[@mtbyumyum]

In my experience, the SB140 is very different from the SB130.... the 140 is more approachable and easy going..... the 130 is a demanding bike to ride and requires more of the rider to get it to respond in a way the 140 will easily and naturally respond with less rider input...

[@flow2tech]

@@mtbyumyum I actually owned the 130LR and for me personally I never found it to be that demanding ..That being said..I'm on the Allied bc40 now and woww! What a difference.. Handles most of what the 130 did but is much more nimble and climbs so much snappier..That being said it is also a far lighter bike with the a 130mm 34 .. I'm just mentioning the 130 as I've seen some pretty sweet used deals on pinkbike for those more value minded

[@curtrobertson6799]

@mtbyumyum we need another live stream

[@mtbyumyum]

haha yeah, I like doing those but I often times feel drained afterward... like physically and emotionally drained haha