2020 Evil Wreckoning // Bike Review

[@connorpierson2267]

These are the best reviews on the internet

[@tonykasunic1]

Agreed

[@genXcripple]

hands down

[@SteffenThomsen]

I'm pretty sure that's how they recorded the Star Wars speeder bike scene in Return of the Jedi.

[@noahbirdrevolution]

But on a rigid frame. lol

[@zoubtube]

That has to be the cleanest looking trail I have ever seen. It literally looks like its gets vacuumed regularly. Excellent job with the video. would be great to see a review from you of the new following v3 on the same trail. curious to see the trade between climbing and descents at both ends of the range.

[@brandonperez2267]

The amount of laughter just sold this bike to me.

[@Charlie_Prinz]

Me too. I was on the fence...... but not after watching this review.

[@russman109]

Yep!! Those giggles are the reason I ride EVIL! Every ride is a "holy fuck yes" experience :-)

[@persistentconsistency]

For real!

[@scottb5268]

Did you end up buying the bike? I'm on the fence with this bike and the new Enduro. The Enduro seems a little too long but I'm a little weary of the 430 chain stays on this bike. Curious if it feels sketchy or if it's still able to plow like the Enduro? Cheers

[@brandonperez2267]

@@scottb5268 I haven't bought one yet, you can't really find one for sale anyway. I have a Megatower and I really like it, I've just had it for a year and I'm getting that new bike itch.

[@macarronewitchis]

I simply can't understand the speed you ride the bikes in these reviews... this one especially...

[@DavidLaburglier]

Seriously! I've ridden these trails, and he was just casually talking while hitting tech features I looked at for 10 minutes.

[@rushthezeppelin]

Yup, that is scary fast...

[@Hardcaslte]

The way he causally talks on the descents almost sounds like a voice over, but also some of those climbs (assuming with gopro effect) look to be pretty damn steep and he's just casually pedaling up the climbs while talking no problems. Just crazy.

[@leomolloy5067]

It's because he's got a low shutter speed and an ND on the GoPro.

[@tomk0206]

@@leomolloy5067 tell me more please

[@johanmalkoski4938]

Can you imagine if this dude could actually shred? (kidding, holy shit dude, best review ever.) Finally a critic WITH credentials.

[@ericsanderson2236]

i think this is the most accurate color representation ive seen so far. Received my frameset the other say and was taken back a bit by how "pink" it looks in indoor lighting. Has grown on me and it totally changes to a pretty stunning fluorescent red in direct sunlight. But really tough to capture on camera.

[@abassi1173]

This guy shreds unbelievably hard. No words.

[@338guy5]

This video is why I am getting my 2023 xo1 in a week. Thank you so much. I have to say, out of all the videos, it looks like you had the most fun on this bike. Would like to see the new wrechoning on the same trail.

[@bimfred]

if the measure of a bike in your reviews was the number of guttural sounds and whoops and hollers it produces then it looks like the Wreckoning is topping the list so far!

[@asselinpower]

Solid man! Your reviews are the best out there . Was waiting for that one, I have been riding a Calling for the last 3 years and I absolutely love it. The new Wreckoning could be the only bike that makes me want to change it.

[@brian_simmons_]

Bike looks awesome. Would love to see you try out a Forbidden Druid

[@gogomtb1]

I'd like to see him ride ANY bike! ;-)

[@colinfairburn8976]

I got to ride two Forbidden Druids just a base model and one with RC shifters and dropper post felt like driving lambos.

[@leomolloy5067]

Tbh I kinda hate my druid, it feels great but needs alot more R&D. The idler and everything is kinda hacked together.

[@timotheyszczepanski6644]

Your flat turn technique is mesmerizing

[@2ji8888]

im having a hard time paying attention to what you're saying while watching you ride, how much more for you, riding like that while doing a review. much respect. \m/

[@mindovrmatter33]

Lol I had to keep rewinding! "wait what did he say?"😂

[@JordiFloresSoy]

I've got the 2017 wreckoning and following, and must say that the Delta system is something apart. Love the way this can pedal so well and be so supple at descends.

[@stefankonigsmayr7065]

Your reviews are the best out there. A rider who is really able to tell the differences between different bikes and who is eloquent enough to bring it to the point wirhout always saying the same phrases. Thumbs up! You helped me a lot finding my new bike!

[@jltrack]

Man, Washington’s still has hero dirt. In California, all the trails are loose and washed out.

[@anonymous_pingu]

J L feel you man. The coast is alright but other than that it’s all dusty or dry.

[@TrevorOFarrell]

sounds like y'all cant shred loose terrain, plus cali has plenty of hero dirt, you just don't know the right spots

[@miktub1555]

Aren't they always?

[@jltrack]

Trevor OFarrell I don’t know where you are but even trails in the Redwoods are loose. Their is probably loam north of Humbolt, but anywhere South of that, there hasn’t been any rain for months. Doesn’t look like you shred that hard bud....

[@chrisgravel7157]

Sick riding and great reviews! After watching a half dozen or so with you on several big trail/enduro bikes your reaction to the Evil puts it at the top of my want to demo list

[@281287]

I rode a V3 today and every thing he said is true. Sickest bike i have ever ridden!

[@cyclefactoryuk]

Excellent review 👏, I've just spent the weekend riding one back to back with my 2 year old Wreckoning LB. All your points are spot on, you have verbalised a lot of my thoughts that I hadn't 🤣 in my review!

[@kobracom77]

This is my fave MTB vid yet, for reviews....You can very clearly see the fun this bike can afford you....Thanks Dude....Awesome work.

[@seaney1988]

Epic review, love hearing the i9 buzzing away. I need an Evil.

[@abassi1173]

By far the best review and riding I’ve seen on the channel yet. Go get em!

[@delectablydiabolical340]

Damn dude, you're fast as hell. Had to rewatch a couple sections.

[@LightUpNancy]

Holy hellllllll you’re fast in this one

[@armata6530]

I think I’m in between this beast and the transition sentinel

[@JozeConZeta]

This, one million times...

[@ryanbrandt6589]

I was in the same boat! The Sentinel was back ordered for a long time and I got my hands on the Hightower C S build... It's awesome! Now that I know I can push the travel to 160mm, 150mm (front, rear) I have no reason for the Sentinel. Still wish I could have test road it! Good luck on your search, it's a tough decision!

[@persistentconsistency]

Struggling with that comparison as well, with no way to demo either. They just canceled the remaining Outerbike events for this year, so it's become even more difficult to make a decision. Good luck to you!

[@mattsun9765]

I have the 2019 Sentinel (160mm Fr/140mm Rr). I love the bike but my two biggest complaints are not enough rear travel (bottom out on bigger hits a lot) and it corners well-- but only when I muscle the living crap out of it. I don't know how the new 2020 Sentinel with slightly more travel would fair v. this Wreckoning, but it seems like the Evil here would be the perfect solution to my two gripes. That being said, I always have fun riding my current Sentinel and would give it a 8.75/10. But if I could get to 9.5/10...

[@jsinnott5952]

one of the best bike reviews I have seen .

[@lost_in_the_woods]

You make me want every bike you review haha. Looks like a blast! Have you ridden an Offering before? How does this bike compare?

[@freehubmag]

Offering Review is in the works....stay tuned.

[@persistentconsistency]

@@freehubmag Is this a bike that can serve as an all-rounder? You mentioned it feeling like a smaller bike as far as cornering and pop, but with big bike descent capability. Sounds perfect! The big question is, though, how would this bike fare in the hands of a more novice rider. Do the short chainstays require a more active, experienced rider, or are us newbies and average Joe's gonna be fine with the new Wreckoning? Hope to hear back from you!

[@jaimecasal9915]

I don’t have the V3 but have the LB (previous gen) which has very similar geometry and same short chainstay. It’s a nimble bike for a 29er and definitely doesn’t feel like you’re riding a big bike. But don’t confuse its nimbleness with a lack of stability because it’s also very stable and confidence inspiring! I have a lot of bikes from dirt jumper to full DH, and I hands down take my Wreckoning everywhere. I like how mine pedals and the new V3 should pedal even better with the steeper seat tube angle! BUY ONE, you won’t regret it!

[@persistentconsistency]

@@jaimecasal9915 Just put a deposit down yesterday! Thanks for the insight.

[@ryanviall5287]

I have one on order because of this video. Def put it on the top of the list

[@johanmalkoski4938]

I bought one because of this as well. XT build though.

[@mindovrmatter33]

Ive been torn between this bike and the offering for a minute now, but this review has me seriously leaning towards the wrecker! Nice riding and awesome review!

[@jpslaym0936]

its sold out unfortunately already! For few months it seems anyway

[@TheBikingViking]

His excitement sold me

[@landonyee3096]

Another great review! Thanks as always for sharing. Also amazing video footage, any chance you can share your GoPro settings? I've been struggling to set mine up and your footage is always top notch!

[@marknorris2264]

Getting goosebumps watching this,,,,picking up my wreckoning on saturday!!!😍😍😍

[@freehubmag]

Happy NBD!

[@LightUpNancy]

Wreckoning vs Sentinel for Enduro? And cornering?

[@manuelketterl557]

Have you maybe rideen the firebird 29 too? I‘d like to hear a comperison between those bikes 🤔 they both got the dw Link, short chainstanes, boost+....

[@patrickj0or]

Would love to hear your thoughts on the Forbidden Druid! Enjoying the content - this is what more reviews should be like - but absolutely loving the riding!

[@Arcrobes]

Are there any evils available now? For the past year they have been impossible to get. Frame only or fully built 🙁

[@allgusnobrakes7328]

Crows feet in bend Oregon has offerings and followings!

[@TheGreaterU]

Top notch reviews, wow!

[@rapturemtb922]

What was more fun..this or Switchblade?

[@angelopizzo2933]

This channel should have at least 1 million sub

[@Coerced]

I don't really like the short chainstays (1.90m tall) because it puts my weight so far over the back that I have to push my chest nearly OVER the bars in order to overstear in flat corners. I wish more bike companies would lengthen their chainstays proportionate to the frame size.

[@mikepfeifer1753]

Dang dude. You were flat giving it the beans. Love these reviews!

[@BikingBadwithTC]

One word...SOLD! Great riding too🤙🏼

[@montyjcm]

Your reviews are the best. Just clean, fast af riding . And I know how the bike ranks by how many laughs there are 🤣 How does this compare to the enduro on similar trails?

[@radagascar1]

Yeah, I was wondering why someone would want this over the Enduro

[@persistentconsistency]

@@radagascar1 Enduro's got a much higher average leverage ratio, so won't be as suitable for heavier riders (above maybe 230 lbs). And even those around 215-230 end up with a much higher spring rate/psi, which isn't ideal. Just some observations I've made when comparing the new Wreckoning to the Enduro. If you're lighter, it's probably a much tougher call!

[@duncanh6045]

Excellent review, killer riding, you were shredding it so fast it was a blur !

[@madmadimadison7542]

I love your reviews! It would be nice to see your take on the new Commencal Meta AM 'Signature' (Fox Air) or 'Ohlins ED' (Ohlins Coil) coming out next month. Great bikes for the money, I've already put my dosh down on a 'Signature'. Super long reach (495mm), steep ST (78.5%), and shortish Chain Stays (433mm), should be an interesting ride.

[@michiganstate149]

790? That a typo?

[@madmadimadison7542]

@@michiganstate149 DOH! Yeah, thanks Ray, I dunno why that number spewed out, it's not even a typo, more like a braino! It's actually 495mm for a Large, which is still somewhere around the moons L1 Lagrange point compared to other bikes, lol.

[@bimfred]

I am trying to decide between the Wreck and the Meta. Best way would be simply to try them out because I have bought bikes off of reviews before and not jived at all. My brain says, go cheaper, go aluminium, go steeper STA... but the Evil is so tempting. Certainly the reviewer seemed stoked AF on the Wreckoning here...

[@madmadimadison7542]

@@bimfred If I could justify spending an extra 3 or 4 grand I'd go the Wreckoning for sure, but I just wanna huck n' smash without worrying too much, lol. I'm a bit of a solid 'Cara Dune/Breanne of Tarth' kind'a girl too, hahaha

[@j.s.1967]

How does it compared to Enduro 2020m???

[@ajschuehle4681]

So fun to watch! Thank you for the excellent video and informative review! Can you please review the Ibis Ripmo to round out the most popular LT 29ers in Bellingham?

[@nickcastilone]

Great trail, riding, and commentary! Made me want to go ride! Now I just need to get my hands on one of these 😳

[@shotgunscott]

They should pay you commission for every bike they sell after watching this video. I'm looking to replace my Intense Carbine with something that can corner better without flexing the frame. I don't like the vpp suspension when pedaling through tech because of the chain growth. Is the delta suspension better at handling that?

[@Sr.Arman81]

If you have to choice, megatower, forbidden druid or Evil wrekoning??

[@theGiver3]

Why consider the santa cruz when evil and forbidden are innovating and have actual unique bikes?

[@ecsdesignsvfx]

What rider size + bike size are we watching here?

[@jpslaym0936]

From what video I ve seen of him 3 person view, hes 6 2" or 3" and 195 lbs Id say hes on an XL just from Evils sizing for this bike

[@armankiarmankii]

@@jpslaym0936 nope,the sizing was on the start of the vid bruv,its a Large

[@persistentconsistency]

He says he's 5' 11" in a few comments here.

[@justinh2941]

excellent review, previous commenter mentioned would love to see a review of new meta AM 29, in market for bike between this and the meta

[@FreerideQuebec]

Dude you scare the shit out of me at this speed, great riding and great review, I need to upgrade my Wreckoning LB now aha

[@kurthindman8975]

Great riding and review. Seems like you liked this bike more than the Sentinel V2? Thoughts on differences?

[@LightUpNancy]

Second this

[@WE4ZYE]

This has to be the best trail I’ve ever seen 😍 and that bike looks mega fun too great video

[@mbg1899]

At 10:16 did you just fly by big foot? Nice bike!

[@loamtroopers]

This review frickin rocks! Had me chomping at the bit to go ride. Really, really well done! 🤘

[@jpslaym0936]

Wow you definitely had some pace on this ride. Fastest I've seen you going in last year of viewing!

[@robert.barker]

Your reviews are so good! I’m torn between this and the Megatower, if you had to pick one which would it be?

[@taoiseach5778]

This one

[@ethanbenton6676]

Bruh... 10:32 on this vid is like the same exact place as 4;44 on pinkbike's video on the 2021 commencal meta tr29.

[@jarvs8630]

how fast are you running? I feel like you are going to hit those trees and over shoot.

[@gogomtb1]

Excellent, as always! 🤙 Thanks a lot 👊

[@russman109]

EXCELLENT review!! And solid shredding!! EVIL leads the charge, again.

[@codysho5746]

Damn dude! I just recently got into mountain biking. That decent was sick! Respect

[@superboost1574]

Amazing looking trails

[@md.nafeesurrahman6704]

Surely the bike is great but your riding style is spot on aka amazing! Respect!

[@jennyzarzuela4155]

My only hesitation is the size! I'm just shy of 5'8" with a 32 inch inseam. Thoughts?

[@steveg56]

Me too. Don't know if I should go small or medium. What did you end up going with? My local bike shop has both sizes available

[@jennyzarzuela4155]

I ended up getting the pivot switchblade. I would have fit better in the small and they didn’t have it available at the time

[@SlowDriverSean]

If you were to pick a bike to take on a cross-country mountain bike trail tour, would you take the Wreckoning, V3 Following, or the new Offering? With park days and all-day trail days.

[@theGiver3]

Given how well the wreckoning pedals I'd say take it, unless you're not interested in hitting big drops and jumps

[@n3tfury]

Fantastic review thank you.

[@mattestabillo1207]

Could you guys please do a review of the Yeti SB150 or the Ripmo V2?

[@travelthenarrowtrail8660]

I did one on the Ripmo v2 on my channel if your looking for a review on it. Hope it would be of help to you. Ride on...

[@Stickybutton]

Damn more convincing with such skills though. Have you got a video on the Following? Subscribed!

[@freehubmag]

Thanks for the Sub 🙏 Following review is in the works, stay tuned!

[@EdwargGz]

Freehub Magazine I really wanna watch that following review!

[@Stickybutton]

How would you rate this Wreckoning’s climbing powers to the SB150, Ripmo or Megatower (assuming that you’ve ridden them)? Thanks

[@sumatralex250]

That's so cool even if doesn't have any features to fold the bike into two. Its quietness also shows an enormous innovation despite the rocky path.

[@svose]

You rip! Great video, appreciate the detail in ur review 🤙

[@wd2859]

Which is better the spec enduro or this Wreckoning v3@

[@pkreishman]

Great review! How tall are you? I’m 6’2” and had an insurgent for a while but I didn’t get along with the super slack seat tube. Seems like the angle has steepened up enough to make it good for us tall guys too...

[@johnsospencer]

I’m 6ft and I preferred it with the low bb setting and seat slammed forward. Very decent climbing geo. Not as steep as some of the other bikes out there though.

[@angelreynoso6723]

Spencer Johnson what size did you get?

[@Mtully01]

This was amazing!!! How do you get the blue effect on the gopro, looks so awesome.

[@mitchgirard4573]

Intro is the same as the 2018 Wreckoning review on the topobros channel. Wish Spencer posted there more often!

[@scottpratico1315]

You ride so fast while talking. Pretty amazing skills.

[@mattiasandersson3444]

Seems like the front wheel disapears up in the air for every little bump and root

[@abtcup]

Sweet baby Jesus. The speed. Its like a speeder bike going through the forest of Endor.

[@davidhird104]

You can only pick one bike which would it be?? Trek Slash 2021 or Evil Wreckoning 2021.

[@owenblake220979]

How does this compare to the Pivot firebird 29? They seem very similar spec wise, 430 chainstays and super boost etc

[@DROID1018]

Hopefully not similar because the Firebird is a horrible climber.

[@tatebaird7217]

@@DROID1018 just tested the Firebird and it did well on my short, steep, and punchy climbs. I was impressed want to try the wreckoning if I could find one.

[@christophesiegel]

Hi, I m french and for me your reviews are the best !!! If you have to choose between the specialized enduro and the evil wreckoning for long technical enduro days, wich one did you pick ? Thanks !

[@VelkePivo]

Would you compare it to the Insurgent MX? Is the MX more agile? I would think so, but in this video you seem to be making the same comments as on the MX video. Thanks in advance

[@TheLelol]

This trail looks simply amazing!

[@WE4ZYE]

Loved this review could you guys review the yeti sb165 would love to see it on this trail ✌️🤘🏼

[@shotgunscott]

I not only have bike envy but also a serious case of trail envy.

[@jaredgulaga8367]

I just bought a 2020 Sight and am loving it! Although it is rear hard to manual. Would be stoked to try out the new Sentinel/Wreckoning to see how they compare.

[@MotoSquidGames]

So, it has the new Zeb fork on it? I was looking on Jensonusa and its shows the bike with the Zeb fork, but the description says it has the lyric ultimate on it.

[@benikuqi]

Nicolai G1 review, when?

[@truambar]

I keep waiting to see one!

[@ChrisFish_]

Great video, awesome riding on trails that look amazing! Couple of questions thou. In the beginning you mention a steep seat angle, but it looks really slack compared to many new bikes. And you got the seat all the way forward, so is it to slack? Could you compare it to any other bikes on the marked nowadays? I¨ve ridden th YT Capra, Pole Stamina, RM Instinct, Whyte G170, SC Megatower and the Pivot Fireblade. Fell in love with the last one. Im currently on a Canyon Strive 2016 looking to upgrade, and wondering if going trough the hassle of getting a demobike is worth it.

[@milltips87]

would like to see you ride the mega tower in these conditions

[@donnpassMTB]

I just place an order on this one but they didn't have with coil only x2 shock what do you think it will be a same bike or something different with fox x2 shock?>

[@persistentconsistency]

When you say that the front wheel is just waiting to be lifted, do you think this mean the bike requires a more active/aggressive riding position, and thus the bike may not be suitable for new or average riders? I've been wondering about stability and riding position due to the short chain stays.

[@AidenTaylorMTB]

Incredible review helps lots

[@raidslick4214]

Sick vid, also what camera gear u using?

[@freehubmag]

hero 6 with feiyu 3-axis gimbal

[@elsolowolf4706]

Compare to the 2021 specialized enduro which one u like more ?

[@adammassey6161]

I have a v1 Wrecker and LOVE it. Its new bike time and I am torn between the 2021 Wreckoning and the SC Megatower. Curious how you compare the two given you've done positive reviews on both. You seemed overall a lot more stoked on the wreckoning ride I think? :)

[@aaron6587]

It looks like it climbs incredibly well, other that total XC stuff, you’d think it’s a daily driver/quiver killer?