Fully Upgraded Mongoose Ledge X1 Ride and Review - Budget Full Suspension Mountain Bike

[@dragonflygenetics420]

That's awesome seeing you guys take these frames and build them up that's what the bike industry was all about growing up in the 80s and 90s... It needs to go back to its roots

[@chickensendies]

This was a very fun project for me! Turned out great 😁

[@dragonflygenetics420]

@@chickensendies It's cool because I just did a bike build and even though someone can get the frame it's not built like my bike, I know what you mean...

[@jeremiahcook1996]

I love the fact that you mentioned the seatpost diameter (I've seen a few other reviews of this bike and no one else did). Beautiful build. Liked and subscribed.👍

[@chickensendies]

Stoked you enjoyed it and thanks for the sub!!!!

[@deejaykay4179]

⁷⁷⁸⁶⁷

[@wil717]

99% done with my X1 budget build, kept as 27.5 (i do have a mullet 27.5 hardtail and love it). Himalo 160mm up front, DNM shock, Advent 9 spd drivetrain, and IXF crank. Got ambitious and bought a WTB i40 boost wheelset, and took alot of hardware mods and adapters but got them installed and the brakes to fit (again with mods). Keeping the mechanical setups at the rotors but changed the cables and levers, new bars and headset and converted to sealed upper and lower bearings. New grips, pedals and 125 dropper, which works for me as i am 5'-8". Loss some weight but still kinda heavy (about the same as your build). But rides great, very smooth and agile. And you will get used to the mullet. Already did an Ardor build and love it. Last thing I want to do is change the tires, if I try to run them lower pressure the sidewalls don't hold and just roll over.

[@chrishorbatt3504]

Thanks for the shout out, really appreciate it! I was wondering why my daughter was so insistent on me watching you video this morning!

[@chickensendies]

HAHAHAHA Of course, Chris!!! I let her know it was up. Hope you have a great Anniversary man and again a HUGE CONGRATS!!!

[@wil717]

Great build. Think it will be my next build. Recently did a Mongoose Ardor 27.5 non-.mullet hardtail and its an absolute beast with a Himalo 160 up front.

[@chickensendies]

Very nice hardtail build! I no longer have this build but I really enjoyed it while I did 😁

[@s14tat]

I recognized that freehub sound from the beginning. The horizon v2 is such a good wheel that I have 5 of them.

[@chickensendies]

Definitely a terrific wheel for the price! Nice you have 5 HAHAHAHA

[@RydenDirty]

Dude such a dope bike. Nothing can stop us from riding. Not even being tired lol

[@chickensendies]

It is always fun for me to takes these bikes and see what they can really do! Tired is no excuse!! HAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[@mikeandre9027]

I just recently purchased a schwinn ranger mountain bike. It could be for men or teenagers. Boys, however you wanna look at it, but I am customizing it as we speak. It's Is starting to look really good. Your mongoose. Kind of reminds me of that. With the orange accents, I have the. Dark blue with the orange and white accents on my frame and other parts Of the bike👍🏻👍🏻

[@chickensendies]

I definitely had a lot of fun with this build. Turned out way better than I thought it would 😁

[@mikeandre9027]

@@chickensendies 👍🏻👍🏻

[@mjsmjs7905]

I've been mountain biking for decades and I'm starting to rethink everything. I went on a ride over the holiday weekend, there was a lot of soft Sandy patches. The guys running the 27 by 3in tires had such a leg up, especially on the downhills. They just had so much more grip were the rest of us were all over the place. I'm running 29 x 2.25, and I was getting beat by guys I would normally smoke.

[@chickensendies]

It is very interesting when you notice stuff like that! I do not believe I have smaller than 2.4" tires on any of my trail bikes. They are about a perfect in the middle for me! But of course depending on your normal trails and your location have a big factor there! I would be interested in if you decide to change sizes and what you think though!

[@Tank-rv3rt]

I just ordered my Ledge yesterday it will be here fri cant wait...currently have a genesis incline first bike I have had in 25yrs lol I have only rode it a few times before I broke two ribs and bruised my shoulder 6 weeks ago after going over the bars at about 20mph anyways cant wait to get back out there with a bike that fits me and has proper geo

[@chickensendies]

Very sorry to hear about your injury, Tank. Hope this bike fits the bill for you and you get to shredding here very soon!

[@TheCaptainsCog]

That mullet is so sick man. Great build and I'm super jealous!!!

[@chickensendies]

I never thought I would rock a mullet but it definitely is a blast and has its benefits Always appreciate it, Cap!

[@MrNatural93]

Sick build ! I just bought my first MTB its a one one scandal. Excited to build it up and go off some of your recommendations from parts you like.

[@chickensendies]

Did a quick google search and that bike looks AWESOME! Have a blast building it up Zach and welcom to the MTB world! HAHAHAHAHA

[@keosoutdooradventures]

Superb build! That trail looks fun also!!

[@chickensendies]

Definitely appreciate it Keo! I've really been enjoying this build quite a bit!

[@kennnethbrown7582]

Nice MTBikeing that looks like so much fun

[@chickensendies]

Thanks, Kenneth! I have been super impressed with this Ledge X1 after upgrades!

[@fracturedrider]

Solid looking build. Those trails looks super fun!

[@chickensendies]

Thanks Fractured! I really enjoy these trails more and more. They are definitely not beginner friendly imo but if you got some decent gas in your legs they are a blast!

[@chrishorbatt3504]

I like the trail king tire and the mullet setup!

[@chickensendies]

After a few rides now I am really digging them! Great for the price!!!

[@ridingwiththeselbys4016]

Awesome build. Definitely something great if a person just wants to try it and then they get hooked like we all do. Lol

[@chickensendies]

The hook is big and gets buried easily HAHAHAHAHAHA

[@ridingwiththeselbys4016]

@@chickensendies Haha no doubt and it never ends

[@chickensendies]

@@ridingwiththeselbys4016 Neverrrrrr

[@timecost]

Fantastic result 👏 !!! I have mine still stock. I notice the welds are clean on your bike. My weldings are dripping down like ice cream for $400 bike.

[@chickensendies]

So crazy how the QC on these bikes have been! (Ardor, Ledge X1 and X2) I was very happy with mine from stock parts to the paint and welds. Sadly I know not everyone had the same experience as me. Besides that though the bones on this bike are terrific and have a ton of potential!

[@chrishorbatt3504]

33lbs is not terrible for full suspension bike! Ive been thinking about building one but the weight did scare me! I like the bars you have with the rise in them

[@chickensendies]

33Ibs is definitely much better HAHAHAHA I love spank products. Great quality with typically a great price! 😁😁😁

[@TE_53349]

especially considering my nukeproof scalp weights in excess of 18kg

[@SergeantJester]

There's no way im watching this thinking, "man that parking lot looks familiar" and then you said sister city trails. I live here in charleston and just ordered a ledge X2 as my first starter bike.

[@chickensendies]

@SergeantJester Hey!!! HAHAHAHA Very nice!!! I enjoyed this build quite a bit myself 😁

[@SergeantJester]

@@chickensendiesthat’s great to hear, I heard nothing but good things about the X1 and I’m not trying to spend 2 grand on a bike (yet) 😂😂😂

[@chickensendies]

@SergeantJester Totally understand and respect that 😁 These 2 wheeled things can get expensive fast 😅😅😅

[@MTBQandA]

Great looking bike! And such a beautiful trail! Maybe next time we can talk about that place! HA!

[@chickensendies]

Appreciate it!!! And any time my good man!!! Just hit me up! HAHAHAHAHA

[@Biking_with_Akiva]

Awesome ride! Love what you did to the bike 💪🏾💯

[@TheRealAgentP]

the oil slick! it's purty!

[@chickensendies]

I love me some oil slick! 😁😁😁

[@eugene44569]

I found a 2020 marlin 6 for 500 dollars. A deal for my area. When I went to Phoenix and Vegas the used bike deals were so good. Evan is probably lucky somewhat to have good bike deals in his area.

[@chickensendies]

You can absolutely get some great used bike deals! It is just harder now than it used to be sadly. Gotta be quick and have cash ready!

[@shawnmc7719]

Wow I wasn't aware Charleston had trails! They look nice

[@chickensendies]

They are actually very nice! There is 1 climb that is pretty brutal though 😅😅😅

[@tyanelang3144]

Nice bike review master.. successs

[@chickensendies]

HAHAHAHA Appreciate it, Tyan! I try my best!

[@allanridesbikes5856]

The PNW Rainer Gen 3 is back in stock in 27.2 150mm.

[@chickensendies]

Good to know for sure!!!

[@LaurentiusTriarius]

I love these budgets builds but to be perfectly honest when adding up everything involved you could theoretically find a very decent frame online at a discount, same with mid to high end parts and build yourself a dream bike with less than 2k Patience is a virtue 😂

[@chickensendies]

You are 100% correct HAHAHAHA BUT, These are pretty fun to build up 🤣🤣🤣😉

[@LaurentiusTriarius]

@@chickensendies if I had the time it's an habit I'd pick up real fast, to be said tho in Canada where I live Walmart bikes are not of this quality 💩

[@chickensendies]

@LaurentiusTriarius Ah, man.... Hate to hear that over the quality. There are actually a few that are not bad at all for the price

[@RunBikeMike]

Great review

[@chickensendies]

Appreciate it, Mike!!!! Big box bikes are definitely starting to improve!!!

[@rubenvasquez9686]

Awesome build love overall how it came out and looks ….pretty intense trail though 💪🏼👍🏼

[@BradTVB]

trail capability of this bike can be comparable into the other expensive full suspension bike.. awesome 🤜🤛

[@rubenvasquez9686]

@@BradTVB I totally agree 👍🏼

[@chickensendies]

Thanks, Ruben! I am definitely excited to put this up against my Vitus and see how it does in compatison!

[@chickensendies]

It is honestly not far off now!

[@rubenvasquez9686]

@@chickensendies same here it’s gonna get good brother 💪🏼💪🏼

[@TivonSanders]

Bro were you sure that 1st trail you were on was a green trail? Lol bad ass trail!! I'm looking for a good used or new x1 or x2 right now because I need a frame for my full sus parts; I had an S29 that snapped in 2 places in the front triangle a month ago, and last August the rear triangle snapped right at the weld that's at the main pivot shell. I miss mountain biking.

[@NonLegitNation2]

bike looks great, man that Nukeproof hub is loud though. One thing I never understood was having a bigger brake rotor in the front, seems like a header waiting to happen, but it seems like alot of people go with a larger rotor in front, I'll stick to matched rotors on my bike, lol.

[@chickensendies]

You definitely need to pay attention when you first switch to a bigger front rotor or you will definitely be going over the bar!

[@SilveradoOutdoors0205]

That headset man, it seems kinda like a risk to me… Sorry I had to😂 Bike looks super good, and seems to ride good too from what I’ve heard and now seen. Love seeing these mongoose bikes getting built up into some sick senders! Edit: Forgot to add that I love the mullet conversation that you did on this bike, def something I need to try out!

[@chickensendies]

Definitely.... Risky 🤣🤣🤣 This bike is definitely a very fun project bike. So far with geo and feel I have been very impressed. The mullet is different but very fun!

[@codyphillips48]

Great video and great day to release it haha.

[@chickensendies]

HAHAHAHA There you go, Cody!!!!

[@codyphillips48]

@@chickensendies thanks for the birthday present 😂😂😂

[@chickensendies]

@@codyphillips48 Ahhhhh gotcha! HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAN!!!

[@codyphillips48]

@@chickensendies Thank you!

[@chickensendies]

@@codyphillips48 of course my man!!!

[@Jonathan-li2iz]

Nice is that bike with all the upgrades better or worse then a modern trail bike?

[@chickensendies]

Hey, Jonathan! It is definitely much closer now after these upgrades! Planning on a very fun video for comparison!

[@bikewurks1757]

This bike is more then capable for 75 percent of us out here ....most of the population won't use 60 percent of what that bike can do

[@craigd3845]

Curios to know what your total spend was. Also a ride comparison to the Mythique would be interesting. ... and Thanks for a great vid!

[@chickensendies]

The comparison is definitely a video that will happen! The price break down is also something I would like to do! Really appreciate it, Craig!

[@Exalted_Example]

You in Georgia? Looks like Georgia and you sound like a fellow Georgian!

[@chickensendies]

Actually Southern IL HAHAHAHA Not to far though!

[@simrigpc27b12]

I am only 3.5 mins in and all I want to know about is how you fit a water bottle there 😂😂 Apologies in advance of you mention it later in the video!

[@_Drae2210]

If that's the stock bars, replace it with an aluminum or carbon fiber bar and save even more weight. Stock is steel.

[@chickensendies]

They were upgraded but I no longer have this build. Definitely enjoyed it while I did though!

[@_Drae2210]

@@chickensendies why'd you let her go 😭

[@chickensendies]

@@_Drae2210 Had a bud wanting to get into riding 😁

[@eugene44569]

Ardor and ledge woould have been PERFECT if the seatpost was 30.9 so you can get more dropper travel and more options. TBH I'm surprised Kev central is okay with a 125mm dropper on a 17 inch frame when he is 5'10 also surprised Kevin central said the ardor was a perfect fit for him but Evan Is a inch shorter than kev and he said the ardor was too small for him. Like you said 27.2 droppers only go up to 125mm it isn't a big problem for people under 5'8 imo.

[@chickensendies]

I would have LOVED it if it was 30.9! That would have definitely been a cherry on top! Everyone is definitely different when it comes to sizing HAHAHAHAHA It is what it is. Appreciate you, Eugene!

[@bobvelting379]

that 30,9 seatpost would make it a lot better. i myself have a 2017 orbea alma h30 with a 27,2 post and no internal routing for a dropper. the seattube is 17,5 inch and most 125 mm droppers are to short to even fit me without going under the minimum insertion. (im 6'0" and ride a medium frame. it is on the small side, but will do in tight corners and on the jump track XD.)

[@johndef5075]

I wish bike makers would ditch the freewheel forever. They were old 30 yrs. ago when I started mtbing.....

[@chickensendies]

I hear that, John. Seems to be one of the best ways to cut cost but I am definitely ready for them to be gone foreverrrrr

[@spikehere9158]

Nice build! Would you be able to post your upgrades? Appreciate some model number info!

[@chickensendies]

I sure can! Give me a bit and I will add quite a few of the parts to the description of the video with links!

[@spikehere9158]

@@chickensendies That would be great! Little hung up with some options- Really like the direction you have gone! Thanks again!

[@chickensendies]

@@spikehere9158 of course and they should be in there now!

[@retrobikechannel2599]

Nice job. what was final build total cost?

[@chickensendies]

Appreciate it!!!! Some of the parts were take offs so an actual price will vary. But, I had around total $1,000 out of pocket. That includes the bike purchase as well.

[@eugene44569]

Imagine making a mullet bike with a 36 front and a 12 inch rear with a lot of travel in the front

[@chickensendies]

That would look like a penny-farthing bike HAHAHAHAAHA

[@tuffytoys9707]

How about you test out the DNM coil shock instead of the air shock and let us know which one feels better? We know that the coil shock is heavier but its all about the feel.

[@sprousaTM]

That turned out nicely. I am somewhat impressed how it seems to handle. Would love to take it for a ride to see how it feels. Are there any harder trails in your area? Griffin Bike Park and the stuff you usually ride seems somewhat under your level :P

[@chickensendies]

Sadly I have to drive a few hours to get to more "gnarly" stuff HAHAHAHAHAHA But, I really do enjoy my local stuff and it really helps me hone in my skills! This year has been kind of a crap shoot due to the new daughter and job so hopefully next year I can do some more traveling and get to some other parks to ride!

[@sprousaTM]

@@chickensendies We have some awesome local trails, even if most of them are illegal to ride on. Sad to see, that the rangers here are more concerned about two hand full of illegally placed trails through nature than they are concerned about the bark beetle we have here. Huge areas are harvested because of the bug where no wildlife remains, but the mountainbiker seems to be the bad guy. :) Think it is a little different in the US.

[@chrisrielly1739]

Nice man

[@chickensendies]

Thanks and appreciate it, Chris!

[@taumax]

I took my stock X1 out on the trail. I think the range of gearing stock is not sufficient. Top gear is not tall enough sometimes on flowy sections. Also, when downshifting, it tends to want to skip gears. I need to figure out how to dial it in better.

[@chickensendies]

There is a terrific park tool video on dialing in your gears. Definitely check that out if you have not! 😁😁😁

[@taumax]

Do you have any budget wheelset recommendations that are ~30mm internal rim width (to match stock)? I checked out the Bucklos wheels you recommended in the notes and it seems they only offer 25mm. Not sure how much difference this makes in the end though!

[@chickensendies]

Take a look at the JG Bike wheelsets for around $200. Very nice engagement and very nice wheelset as well!

[@TE_53349]

better off getting a rockrider 530s/540s. lifetime warrant yon the frames and 2 years warranty on everything on the bike

[@chickensendies]

interesting looking bikes! I have never heard of them until you just commented.

[@eugene44569]

How did you know the sheds anniversary was this weekend? Did they tell you lol. I just found out I live within a 2 hour drive from them. They are in the southern part of New Jersey. Crazy to think you can drive from the top of New Jersey to the bottom of it in 3 hours lol

[@chickensendies]

Eugene.... I literally said his daughter told me in the video 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Chris is a great guy! You guys should try to meet up and ride!

[@cory7328]

I don’t know if you are still reading comments. I was looking at mongoose hard tails as well. Looking at a switchback or even this ledge. I’d want to buy a bike brand that isn’t crazy expensive and just ride with my kids. As parts break upgrade it to nice components. Would this be viable with Mongoose in 2023 or just buy a Hook Diamondback or Aggressor GT

[@chickensendies]

Hey, Cory! I try to respond to most comments but miss some so if I do miss one I apologize! But, For the price I'd recommend you look into an Ozark Trail or even a Schwinn Axum. This was still a very fun build but for the price and what it is I'd recommend a hardtail over a full suspension to upgrade over time. Hope that helps!!!! 😁

[@cory7328]

NO need to apologize. Considering I just found this video. I was looking at the OT 27.5" bike. The frame seems sturdy enough that if I did ever want to try something more serious than well packed paths it would be fine, but wasn't sure. Thank you.@@chickensendies

[@chickensendies]

@@cory7328 Of course! Let me know what you end up going with 😁

[@atesserhat]

love those orange cable housings, did you use shifter cable housing for dropper post lever? i bought mine just like yours lol copied :)

[@chickensendies]

Appreciate it! And yep! It is all shifter cable housing 😁😁😁

[@shoobybikes1728]

Awesome build Chicken!! How does this compare to Vitus now that it’s fully upgraded? Nice video🤘

[@chickensendies]

That my friend is a video in the works!

[@XfarglesX]

@@chickensendies did this come out 🥺

[@chickensendies]

@@XfarglesX Sadly not.... Had something personal come up and had to sell the Vitus.

[@XfarglesX]

@@chickensendies ahh totally get that. I've been keeping an eye out for an X1 for the last couple weeks to finally replace my aging XR-Pro and I've been consuming all of the content I can find on it to hold me over haha very stoked to eventually get it.

[@chickensendies]

@@XfarglesX The X1 is a great project bike. Geo is spot on and it is very fun to build up 😁😁😁

[@taumax]

Can you comment on how bouncy the bike feels on the climbs and pedaling on the flats after you installed the DNM rear shock?

[@chickensendies]

Hey there!!! So for me it really was not terrible. But, I weigh around 170Ibs so this will most likely differ for everyone. This specific DNM shock does have a lockout though 😁😁😁

[@taumax]

@@chickensendies Did you find you actually used the lockout to make your climbs easier?

[@kennnethbrown7582]

I don't have a lot of money I'm on a budget I have to save up to get the MTB MOUNTAIN BIKES I want

[@chickensendies]

We all have different budgets that is for sure! That is why it is so hard to label something "budget". We are all different and you have to take a good hard look at your finances and see what makes the best sense for sure! Appreciate it, Kenneth!

[@146Griffon]

Ok just bought myself an x1 and I want to upgrade the fork and shock. There are so many specifications when shopping for a fork. What exactly should I be looking for as far as specs are concerned? I know the rear shock is 165mm eye to eye, More so the fork I wasn't sure about? Any help would be appreciated

[@chickensendies]

You actually have several options that will work for the front fork. You can go tapered or straight steerer tube which is nice. If you go tapered you will need a new headset. I'd tell you to stay around 120mm - 140mm for travel. Hope some of this helps you! (If you plan on keeping stock wheel set you'll want 100mm QR Fork)

[@146Griffon]

@@chickensendies great this does help thanks

[@146Griffon]

Sorry another question,. If I am going to buy a tapered headset what dimensions / spec's am I looking for?

[@jefframsey8764]

This compared to dolomite alx. Which was more fun out of the box? Also would be using either one as a commuter during the week.

[@chickensendies]

The Dolomite is way easier to upgrade and needs less to make it a better trail bike. The ledge x1 is absolutely terrific but out of the box is not close to the ALX due to the fact it is a full suspension. Hope that helps!

[@jefframsey8764]

Technically it would be the ledge2, can’t find the 1 anymore. Was thinking if I went with the ledge2 I could make it a 2x using the cable routing for dropper. Making it a better commuter 🤔

[@chickensendies]

@@jefframsey8764 The ledge x2 is definitely easier to upgrade due to the rear wheel being a casette. I love both of mine in all fairness and just enjoy bikes HAHAHAHA

[@jefframsey8764]

Thanks for the replies 👍 Keep up the great work they help a lot 😎

[@chickensendies]

@Jeff Ramsey Of course and appreciate it!

[@streetfoodbdtraveller272]

Price ????

[@VinzVideo]

Love what you did! I just picked up my X1 yesterday, and the rear axle is awful. I would definitely get a new wheel - but the bike's dropout is 130mm. How did you get the new wheel to fit?

[@chickensendies]

Glad you enjoyed it, Vinz!!! You may want to check your rear again because it should be normal 135mm qr spacing.

[@VinzVideo]

@@chickensendies Wow, thanks for a very quick reply. I checked the dropout with calipers several times, and it was definitely 130. I was able to squeeze an old 700c QR rear wheel in there, but I did have to pull open the stays to get it in, and I read that isn't recommended. Not challenging you, I am confused. The original wheel has a really bad bearing, and needs fixing or replacing. Otherwise I would wait on getting a new wheel. I didn't even ride it yet. I find it extremely difficult to get the rear wheel on and off of the frame, had to remove the brake and derailleur to get it back on. But I'm not experienced like you. Thankfully I also have a 700c Giant bike that I can ride.

[@chickensendies]

@@VinzVideo No worries and I try to respond when I can! But, That is definitely very interesting it is only 130mm..... It makes me wonder if it got damaged in shipping. I definitely do not think you are challenging me at all but do appreciate the clarification 😁😁😁

[@jasonkroll2735]

Is the hub measuring 130 too ? If so 5 mm bolt is missing from one side, and the frame was crushed by the axle bolts tightening it to the 130 hub . Need to bend back to 135. Or take bike back for exchange. It may pinch suspension and ruin the frame bearings.

[@chickensendies]

@@jasonkroll2735 Very good point on the 5mm spacer!!!

[@TFTIonic]

which rear shock should fit the bike

[@taumax]

As a content creator, do you know who's giving your videos thumb up? Or you just see the numbers?

[@chickensendies]

I only see numbers for thumbs ups or down.

[@kyledjuran4495]

Do u think that i should get this bike, for like easy trails and as a beginner rider( without upgrades(

[@icypirate11]

What size FidLock bottle are you using? I bought two different sizes and they don't fit in the frame!

[@chickensendies]

So I ended up going with a 450ML one and it fits great! Definitely holds less water but I just wanted to find something that works HAHAHAHAHAHA

[@snail3ful]

what water bottle & bottle cage are you using? My 22oz and 17oz size water bottle doesn't seem to fit :(

[@mrupholsteryman]

Wanna do a mullet as well! Question for ya'... The fork that you got (upgraded). Obviously it also fits the 29 wheel...but is THAT fork also a 29" fork? Or will the forks of other brand names ALSO fit (albeit snugly?) I have an older full suspension FSR comp (specialized) but it is too big for me. Bought it used. That bike weighs less than the Walgoose! Mine weighed over 40! But maybe my scale is suspect? Not liking the numbers when I weigh myself on the scale either! Haha! I found the brakes VERY squishy on the Walgoose...but any closer and I'm rubbing disc on one side or the other.😞 Thanks for this vid! 😇😎😀

[@chickensendies]

The fork on this bike currently and in the video (X Fusion) is a 29" fork. It came stock on one of my other bikes and I knew I was going to use it for this build so hopefully that clears that up a bit for you! Crazy yours was over 40Ibs!!!!! This bike is definitely a hefty one HAHAHAHAHAHA But it is good to know you can get it down to perfectly acceptable weights. Glad you enjoyed the video, Jeffrey!!!!

[@mrupholsteryman]

@@chickensendies I DID! Been riding my old 26 inch RockHopper for years. Got spoiled with the light weight! I DID put a Recon TK silver on it to replace the rigid one that gave me some crepitis in both wrists...after 4 hrs od riding some techy twitchy rocky terrain... Ready to save up for some light parts! Thanks again! 😇😎😀

[@kevinhodgins9071]

Great video and like quality upgrades that aren’t technically budget but good value! How do you find the Horizon high engagement rear compared to rear hubs on your other bikes? I am thinking of them for my GT Avalanche

[@chickensendies]

Hey, Kevin and thank you for the kind words! I am big in bang for buck but also budget friendly 😁😁😁 I definitely love high engagement hubs and have been very impressed with the Horizon V2s. If you have the extra cash I definitely recommend them! The nice thing is you can get different adapters for them so if you ever get a different bike you can switch them over!

[@kevinhodgins9071]

@@chickensendies good to know! I had picked up a brand new takeoff marzocchi Z2 and was going to get horizon front boost wheel but they were endlessly Covid out of stock 😢 so I found a used front rim off a Stumpjumper. I was thinking long term to also get horizon rear for high engagement and as they have adapters like you state that can fit my current boost 141 but also full boost for future!

[@chickensendies]

@@kevinhodgins9071 Chain reaction seems to have stock then sale out in either a few hours or a week lol so very crazy how it goes!

[@chickensendies]

@@kevinhodgins9071 Also, I have a z2 on my vitus and it is a great fork! Hope you are enjoying yours 😁😁😁

[@kevinhodgins9071]

@@chickensendies I’m just getting back into biking but I love the fork so far! I like that it is much more no nonsense that some of other high end forks. Unfortunately wanting 29” boost 15x110 was most popular size and it was never coming in stock. I’m up in Canada so was going thru Canadian distributor. I used to be able to ship parts to a US shipping and receiving business and go and pick them up as I live right near the border but land crossing into US is still closed for us Canadians. We are letting Americans in but it hasn’t been reciprocated yet! Lol

[@isaiahferrufino4903]

Possible to through axle this frame? 🤔

[@mrcrawlingstv]

Do you think a Bontrager Kovee Elite 23 Rear MTB Carbon Wheel // 27.5" 142mm will work?

[@chickensendies]

Sadly not..... You need a 135mm rear for this for the frame. You could probably bend the frame to make it fit, but I definitely do not recommend that!

[@mrcrawlingstv]

@@chickensendies appreciate you getting back to me fast Sendies. I just got my advent groupset and im looking for a rear wheel to put it on. Probably going for a mullet on my platform as well.

[@chickensendies]

@mrcrawlingstv of course!!! Look into the new JG Bike wheels etc. $200 for the set and great engagement!!!

[@mrcrawlingstv]

@@chickensendies could I convert it to a quick release rear?

[@chickensendies]

@@mrcrawlingstv Yep! A 135mm QR will fit no problem. I switched mine to one for ease of use!

[@taumax]

What water bottle and cage are you using? How is it working for you? It looks really tight in the frame.

[@chickensendies]

All that info is actually in the video 😁😁😁 fidlock water bottle 450Ml. Final weight is 33Ibs

[@taumax]

@@chickensendies yeah, I realized after I watched your test ride! Sorry!

[@chickensendies]

@@taumax HAHAHAHA all good!!!

[@perkinatorfpv5553]

What is your height? I hear these bikes have a pretty high stand over height

[@chickensendies]

I am 5' 10" with a 32" inseam. It honestly fit me well.

[@perkinatorfpv5553]

@@chickensendies Thanks for the quick reply. I'm 5'8 with a 30.5" measured inseam... Maybe one day could yout take your budget builds like this one and do a quick video measuring the basics on these bikes? The info on geometry is lacking on a lot of big box mtb's. A video like that would be super valuable to us entry level prospects looking for a good starter bike. Me and my gf are identical height and I'd love to find a set of bikes for her and I to enjoy.

[@chickensendies]

@perkinatorfpv5553 Appreciate the video idea there!!! I've always strayed from numbers.... In case I measured wrong HAHAHAHA Definitely something that would be useful though!

[@perkinatorfpv5553]

@@chickensendies Maybe I'm unique. lol. I have an engineering background so I live by numbers; Especially when bikes are just a system of Levers. I tend to over think things but if I'm going to spend monney on an entry level bike, It makes me feel better knowing certain angles work for me. Even if you don't do measurements, just knowing you're height and reach is valuable to the audience. Great channel man, keep it going! People like me really appreciate the work you do!

[@chickensendies]

@perkinatorfpv5553 Appreciate that and thank you! So very glad you enjoy it 😀

[@michaellee3647]

what is the actual rear travel?

[@hamldna]

Chicken Sendies how tall are you?

[@chickensendies]

Hey, David!!!! I am right at 5' 10" with a 32" inseam 😁😁😁

[@hamldna]

@@chickensendies I'm 6'1" and bought the X1 anyway. Lol. I'll try a longer stem like 50 or 60mm to see if it opens the cockpit any. Also, can the ledge take a 190mm rear shock? I bought a DNM 36rc 165mm but I'll return it if a 190 fit.

[@chickensendies]

@david hammell It sadly only fits a 165mm. A 190mm extends it to much and does not work properly. Hopefully you can get a little more breathing room with the longer stem! 😅😅😅

[@hamldna]

@@chickensendies thanks brother. Great vids and stay warm. I'm in the Kenosha area and it's cold here.

[@chickensendies]

@david hammell Appreciate it good sir!!!!! Shred on man!

[@NFSUCHIHA]

And the linksss???? Im interested in upgrade mine I need rims

[@chickensendies]

Just put the links in the description. The rear wheel I used is out of stock but I did include a more budget option as well!

[@NFSUCHIHA]

@@chickensendies thannnkkk youuuuuu

[@chickensendies]

@@NFSUCHIHA Of course!

[@altonoutdoors4422]

Around what size is the frame?

[@chickensendies]

Hey, Alton! Frame size is 17" and it fits like a medium imo. If you are under 6' you should be able to makes this bike fit pretty comfortably no problem!

[@tuffytoys9707]

If your keeping it stock, which would you choose: Mongoose XR pro or Ledge x1 or X2 or Hyper?

[@breaks_n_stuff4049]

X2

[@taumax]

Do you recommend getting remote lockout for shock and fork? Is it worth paying extra for this feature?

[@chickensendies]

For me personally it is not. I do not like the extra remotes personally on my cockpit. Definitely useful to have though! Just my personal preference of course!!!

[@taumax]

@@chickensendies are there actually situations where we need to lockout while riding?

[@chickensendies]

@@taumax most of the times people use lockouts during climbing so your pedaling is more efficient.

[@taumax]

@@chickensendies do you lockout on your climbs?

[@chickensendies]

@@taumax I personally do not. Never felt like I needed to.

[@chrishorbatt3504]

How tall are you and are you comftorable on the bike?

[@chickensendies]

I am 5' 10" with a 32" inseam and it really fits me great!

[@chrishorbatt3504]

@@chickensendies im 6' and worried it might be too small. Aliexpress has that exact frame except its availible in 19" and 31.2 seatpost but its $500. Or do i just spend the money and buy a "entry level" $2200 full suspension bike. Its a real quandary!

[@chickensendies]

@@chrishorbatt3504 For me when it comes to this question if you have the $2,200 I would say go for that! Typically a better deal for a complete in the long run. Especially after all the upgrades/parts you will be buying for a build. But at the end of the day definitely do what you think will best suit your needs!

[@chrishorbatt3504]

@@chickensendies i dont really have the money either way! Thats often why i build stuff! You ever hear of a xfusion velvet fork? Amazon has 5 instock with what looks like a good deal (200) but no real info anywhere other than they were $400 at some point.

[@chickensendies]

@@chrishorbatt3504 I have not heard of them! Sadly they do not come in 29er or I would have grabbed one!

[@eugene44569]

I want more pt26 content Evan quit making pt26 content as of right now. But he is busy with his sponsorship from polygon

[@chickensendies]

I have another one that is recorded but needs to be edited 😁😁😁

[@eugene44569]

@@chickensendies ye wish I could meet up with the shed. They may like me for my young energy lol.

[@chickensendies]

@@eugene44569 HAHAHAHA Young energy is good on the trails!

[@TheRealAgentP]

BTW, the red trail is a liar! lol

[@chickensendies]

Definitely agree there HAHAHAHA