GT Aggressor Pro Budget Upgrades Update #5

[@robcotter12]

I have lost my way and jumped ship to a Giant Fathom 29er 2. If you are looking for a great entry bike and something you can have fun upgrading, the GT Aggressor is AMAZING for that. I gotta thank Wolftick for teaching me A TON on how to upgrade and tweak. Keep doing your stuff boys!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Appreciate that Robert, much love man:)

[@bdub4112]

There are a lot of good mtb youtubers out there but wolftick nation is by far the best. You all keep it real and fun and with your shout outs, it show us that it is US together! Thanks for everything you guys do. Keep shredding fellas!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Will do Brice, thank you so much for the comment brother. That is awesome we can all be heard on this platform. We are grateful to have it #WOLFTICKNATION

[@chrishorbatt3504]

I'm just wondering who your similar Too? Your definitely your own thing, that's what I like about your channel. Your interaction with your audience, your different segments,mailtime, shout-outs, riding, installing,something to look forward to every video.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Well thank you very much Chris, that is an awesome comment. Thank you for being 💙

[@tamusbaby]

notice the tick goes into defense mode as he teases the wolf.. dont change guys. you do you. thats why we're here.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

😂😂Dude he is waaaaaaaay bigger than I am!!!:)

[@Mr21Aceproductions]

Can't get enough of you guys. Y'all definitely stand out for me and I'm slowly upgrading my GT Aggressor Pro thanks to your videos.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Man that's awesome! Glad you enjoy our weird and sometimes wacky sense of humor. Good luck on your upgrading, and keep us posted.👍

[@xrpbangs5803]

I bought a gt aggressor because of this channel as I am a beginner lol, love this bike, made a lot of upgrades too 🤙🏽

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

That is awesome man! The bike is great and tune in Friday for a GT VS AL-Comp-ZERKER! Thanks for watching:)

[@joshschow5848]

Great video. Your guys channel is my favorite KZbin channel. First you guys are hilarious and give 100% honest reviews for budget bikers. Keep it up!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thats what we like to hear Josh, thank you so much💙💙

[@Stagyar-Zil-Doggo]

I'm getting an Aggressor Pro today. I found this channel looking for reviews on it. I'm lucky because there's only 2 left in stock. I'm stoked. Great video guys

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thanks brother! CONGRATS!!! Very cool you found us, and let us know if you got any questions.

[@BMOutdoorz]

“We still don’t know what we’re doing” that got me 😂 I so far have taken one of your video ideas and is one of my most popular videoed out of my last 10, that’s being my Marlin 5 budget upgrades

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

I'm glad you get our humor😂. We are good with you using our ideas. Really we are good with all of the #wolfticknation using our ideas. There are some bigger channels that are now trying to use some of our segment ideas or copy the way we do things that are defiantly not part of the nation. It wouldn't bother us if they were to give us some credit or be apart of the channel like we try to do with our supporters that have channels. It seems like once we made the nox influencer top 100 KZbin channels for subscriber growth, certain channels started doing some familiar things. Thanks bud👍

[@jveeroom112]

New sub. Just getting back into MTB after like 15yrs. Just bought one of these to mess around with out of nostalgia. GT LTS 1 was the 1st mountain bike I built back in the day.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Well welcome to the #wolfticknation! Thanks for being here and this bike will be a fun project over time brother.

[@lonewolf30531]

You guys did start a good niche . Fixing up shit bikes and putting the bikes through the paces . Thanks !

[@stephenbouck]

Well kevcentral does the same type of stuff with the bikes but i dont come here for that i come here for them lol if it was just bikes id get bored its the guys personalities that make this channel so great id literally watch them review paint lol

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

LOL For sure man, thank you!

[@jcs480able]

Man, I remember when you guys were 350 subs. So fun to watch...I knew you'd take off.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

John you aint kidding man, you have been here since the ZTZ video (or atleast have commented). That is awesome man, thank you very much. You are a #wolfticknation O.G. for sure!! Please email us your mailing address and we feel it is necessary to send you some stickers!! Thank you John

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

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[@ericevans9507]

Thanks to you guys I got an Aggressor Pro of my own. I love it and I’m getting great ideas from you guys on upgrades I may want to do. Thanks for all the great content. Love the channel.

[@creigsbeverly]

Been following your channel from the start, my GT performs great.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Awesome man, thanks for that:) you are a true O.G.!!!

[@gamanospoulos]

Love you guys.Love from lisbon Portugal. Wolftick nation ROCKS

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Awesome man! I think you are the first from Portugal👍 Welcome to the #wolfticknation

[@armandocardenas6094]

Please, don't change .... you are my favorite bike channel.

[@armandojuan64]

That is a gorgeous hardtail . If I were to describe this channel in two words , those would be : Authentic and fun .

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Man Armando, we are very happy to have you hear brother, thanks man:)

[@armandojuan64]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS No , thank you and your father .

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

No Problem......:)

[@whitehammeer]

yes sir thank you for posting please post moreeee of the gt aggressor

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

We still post GT videos when we test straight steerer tube 27.5 forks and/or when we test 27.5 tires and/or when we get certain groupsets to test and review. We will have more GT this summer when we get to ride more. Thanks man👍

[@marcusclement5251]

You should do a video where you compare how much you spent on a upgraded budget bike, to a bike that costs the same amount pre upgraded

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

We had started something like that and we had to deal with the whole covid crap, but maybe when we can get our hands on some bikes we will.👍 Thanks man

[@dangerous8333]

That would range considering the choice of parts you can use. Maybe they can do like a low, mid and high tier upgrades comparison. I'm planning to upgrade slowly over time, which you wouldn't do necessarily with a new bike that's ready to go, so that's one big benefit. I got a Schwinn Ascension and If I were to estimate it, ill probably be around $900, everything included, bike and upgrades. The Recon RL being the most expensive thing. Everything else I'll probably buy used.

[@108mmbb]

Just bought one of these bikes and found this video looking to see what I could upgrade. Very happy to see it’s a pretty good platform for upgrades. This video is a big help 🤙

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Well that is great man, thank you for finding us and if you ever need help with biks please holler:)

[@xrpbangs5803]

I own a GT AGGRESSOR, and this channel helps me out a lot with mods and stuff! Awesome channel! 🤙🏽

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Timothy thanks a bunch man, glad we can help and glad you got a GT:) Congrats brother. Thanks for watching

[@jungi978]

Love the video guys!! Instead of buying a whole new bike i decided to just upgrade my GT aggressor pro because of you guys keep up the great content!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Well that's what we like to hear man, thank you. Not a bad ride!!

[@shoobybikes1728]

Keep doing you WolfTick, your content is always real and honest! Thanks for the update on the GT! Been trying to get that Epixon fork in a 29 straight steerer for awhile but it’s sold out. It’s for my next project bike for my son. Upgrading these budget bikes is so addicting!!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thanks Shooby, feel you on the "sold out" brother, and also on the budget BUG!!! LOL SO ADDICTING!

[@josuemedina58]

I swore I thought I was subscribed to you, but you just kept coming up on my feed, and I thought because of my subscription lol glad I finally subbed but I’ve been watching since about your second or thirst GT aggressor video, you guys rock! I never get tired of your videos 🤘🏽

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

LOL Thats great man, thank you for subbing it really helps. Glad you found us and stayed loyal or sorta!!:) Later Josue 💙💙

[@joshfreitas2198]

Had to sub since I just got an aggressor in black. I just switched to 1X8 with a few other upgrades. Digging the progress on the bike!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Well welcome to the channel and thanks for becoming part of the #wolfticknation👍 The Aggressor is a great bike and fun to upgrade for sure.

[@5i_mel495]

Love the show. Got some pretty good upgrades and ideas from watching the show. Thank you.

[@5i_mel495]

Sorry for the show part. The wife says all the time don't bother daddy he is watching he show lol

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Haha that's awesome👍

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Hey man thanks for watching! You can call it whatever you want as long as you watch😂.

[@chickensendies]

Good ol GT Aggressor Pro! Such a good project bike for beginners!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

💯💯💯

[@sethmcgowan7339]

I love the format of this channel. Very entertaining guys, keep it up!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thanks a bunch Seth, we try and keep it fun and bikes are def secondary!!! Thanks for being here man

[@gregnowak2492]

You guys rock it! The highlight of my Tuesdays and Fridays! Thanks for what you do!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Hey thanks man that is so kind of you. Thanks for all of the support and kind words Greg👍. You are a such a valuable part of the #wolfticknation

[@M3D51UP]

Thanks guys not a lot of GT aggressor vids That is as descriptive as your appreciate the info and all your vids keep up the good work. 🤙🏽

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thanks a bunch man, checkout some of the affiliates in the links below man:)

[@M3D51UP]

Will do I’m really on a budget so your vids help a lot on choices and the comedy is top notch thanks🤙🏽

[@dnareti]

Just getting into mountain bikes and your channel is AWESOME !! I had to subscribe! Thanks for all the info!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Awesome man, welcome to the #wolfticknation

[@VonBearsJr]

im an old guy, pushing 50. got a gt agressor pro because i want to get back out there and work on my beer belly and have some fun. its on its way, cant wait to hit the trails. i like that it seems like it might be a good choice with some decent upgrade options.

[@kennykendall5709]

I always appreciate the authenticity!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Man we will keep it that way, thank out for appreciating that aspect Kenny💙

[@rlake13]

Love the video, I have a large GT weighing in at 29.2 lbs

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Dang that's pretty light! Thanks man👍

[@eserr4441]

🤘🏼 great video guys! Definitely unique channel!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thanks brother, it means a bunch💙💙

[@lilsnelf]

That remind me my hardtail I bought ~1.5 years ago for about 200$ brand new, didn't want to spend a lot money on it... but... At the moment already invested 1 000 + $ (now waiting for a dropper post, it's in transit... can't wait to try it.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

HA HA HA!!Thats great man, you sound just like us:) It is addicting!!! Glad you found us brother, when you get done with upgrades go ahead and get another project going:)

[@willardbuchanan9122]

Hey that photo picture with you on that looks like some big air that's awesome

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thanks Willard, it was during our RochShox review video. Hot Springs has an awesome jump section!

[@danboyes7477]

Well said Wolfman, and I love the only rule to being in the Wolftick Nation! I stumbled across your channel whilst looking for budget mtb stuff, being I was out of the sport for around 20 years, things have changed a hell of a lot! But, you guys are real, interesting and funny as hell. Thanks for bringing the Wolftick Nation to us and I feel proud to be a part of it 🍻🍻🍻🍻😎😎 Ive been following a similar path with my specialized to the gt, love what you've done to it and great to see some real world use of the budget parts. I have a Risk tapered steerer tube adapter , I believe Jessica do one one too, mines for a 44mm head tube. Not sure if they do a 34mm... Thanks for the brake advice, I'll be staying away from the 420s I think, they may well be too much for me pootling about 😂😂 Take care guys, keep being you and doing what you and all of us love. 🍻🍻🍻😎😎😎🇬🇧

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Dan we always look forward to your comments. We are lucky you found us and became a valuable part of the #wolfticknation Thank you for that.🍻Cheers!

[@danboyes7477]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS no need to thank me chaps, I really love your content and the way you interact with your viewers is fantastic. You deserve your success 🍻🍻😎😎

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thanks Dan-dont change brother:)

[@matteosalcedo4134]

Hell yea man it’s nice to see the gt again! Man I was at the dirt jump park and I tacoed my rear wheel😂 it turns out it’s super hard to find rear 26 inch dirt jumper wheels that aren’t like 1,000 bucks.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

NO!!!! Dude i am sure they are not cheap! I hate shopping for wheels man, so damn expensive:/ Good luck on the journey ha ha

[@unconsciousrider851]

HAHA dude I've been overseas for a bit working and such. Good to see you slackers enjoying the GT Aggressor PRO still. Keep it going guys

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

HA HA!!! Slackers is correct! So happy to see you man:)

[@robertcopeland7223]

Does Wolftick do what other channels do? Sure. Are they different enough to stand out and justify watching their content. Absolutely.

[@stephenbouck]

absolutely its there personalities that make it so enjoyable after all its youtube theres a bunch of vids on everything lol

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

@Steve Youknow thanks brother!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

HELL YEAH!!! Thank Robert, we gotta have that certain niche about us:) I think we found it!! HA HA

[@ericamerica4124]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS , check me out

[@billjohnson3418]

I actually have the same font wheel on my GTA. I bought mine used with a bad front wheel. Always enjoy the videos! Can't wait to see your review on the suntour fork!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Well thays Awesome Bill. It's a sturdy bastard ha ha, see you tomorrow hopefully man. Thank you for watching.

[@luislebron4785]

That Suntour Epixon is what I put on my GT Aggressor Pro. I like the remote lock out option. So far so good. Saved 2 lbs over the stock XCT

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Nice:) Its is truly amazing what the stock XC for weighs LOL, looking forward to the install as well:) thanks Luis

[@pewpewbbqs]

HAPPY FRIDAY!! WHAT UP!! That GT looks sexier and sexier every time I see it!!!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thanks Jason! We are proud of it:)

[@daveferd3721]

Like someone else commented you guys rock and you do you and dont change, thats why i watch and follow, always make me get a laugh and also get my ideas from you cats, keep your shit up ....Daveferd......

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

You are the best🤣. We will always keep our 💩 up😂. DAVEFERD!!!😎

[@adamcurpier]

Love the videos, following closely on the build and reviews!!!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thanks Adam! Please keep us updated on your progress.

[@Anykine50]

Said it before and will say it again. You guys need to be sponsored! Nice vid 🤙🏾

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

DUDE! That would be amazing!

[@mtbboy1993]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS coffee sponsor maybe? the problem with most sponsored channels is they can't do reviews or what they review is limited, but that of course depends on the brand and how their contract is how strict they are. but a think I would not want is to be an annoying walking advertisement, squeezing product placement everywhere. stay true to your self, don't let people dictate how the channel should be, so no signing contract of league of legends advertising horrible game talking about it in each video several times. some do that.

[@paulinvegas]

Tick is beating the sh*t out of those cannoli's. Love it!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

That's for sure😂👍

[@armandocardenas6094]

I worship you two. I realky don't care what you talk about so if tomorrow you decided to talk about brown eggs, I'd still be here.

[@Gyllbonus]

Zee pads work w/ the 420s...but kind of noisy they click back and forth...i had used masking tape to quiet it up seems to work...but it really wasn't worth the money unless you like the looks of them...but what was worth the money was the zee levers it has better feels and modulation than the the stock 401levers if the zee levers are to much stick w/ slx or higher anything w/ servowave. By the way the pnw coast dropper w/ the loan controller is a choice combo w/ 40mm of compliance when you hit hard and you can set it to your weight using a air pump...plus the cable doesn't move around like the ks does.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Hear you on the cable movement!!LOL Thats an idea man, thanks and might look into the different lever setups as well, that would be interesting, thanks Gyl im going to look into it now:)

[@samgivner9010]

yay gt agressor is back!!!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

WOOHOO!!!!!

[@760649]

Jeremiah “The Tick” Cullen aka: Iron Ass. His super power is breaking seats and dropper posts with his ass. He Yokozuna Banzai drops all seats, breaking seats and droppers at his will. Lol Great video guys have an awesome day.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

🤣🤣🤣🤣HA HA AH!!! You are something else man:) That is such a great NICKNAME! Love it:)LOL

[@jasonkennethshonwise3850]

Yesss the GT is what started it all in first place!!! 😁👍

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

That's right!👍

[@michaelsprinzeles4022]

Right on about the number of gears. The ratio between top and bottom gear is the most important thing. As long as the ratio between each gear isn't jarring to you the number of gears isn't important. Plus coming from an e-biker's POV less gears means a thicker/stronger chain which should help with any torque you put into climbing. I'm only running a 10 speed on my e-mtb because in 2017 you couldn't get a wide ratio 8 speed. Thanks so much. I thought I was the only guy ham handed enough that I couldn't modulate a hydraulic brake. I'm sure they've improved but in the 90s I always felt like I was going to fly over the bars hitting the front hydraulic brake & stuck to mechanical on my bikes since.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

For sure Michael, thanks for watching man. We would love to try an E bike oneday!!

[@michaelsprinzeles4022]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS Then you will. I was totally against them...until age made my local hills grow into seeming mountains.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

🤣🤣 Dad i am sure feels ya! We need to get him an electric TRIKE! Seen those? Fat tire versions:)

[@michaelsprinzeles4022]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS They're cool! Get that Wolf a fat e-trike. I'll probably build one for myself in 10 to 20 years. You know, when the hills get not just bigger but shakier.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

😂😂 Seems like you got it all figured out!!:) Later man

[@TheCaptainsCog]

I can't stand a high seat when jumping! And nothing gets by the sharp eagle eye of da Cap!!! Have a great weekend #wolfticknation. My comp is almost lighter than the aggressor!!!

[@BerserkerNick]

When are you going to film the new parts install Captain🤔? Haha, keep shredding Captain🤘

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

New we couldent get it past ya! Will do El Capitan-thanks man:) I bet that sticker really lightened her up!

[@BikeDrFrankenstein]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS 😂😂 😂 I bet that sticker really lightened her up! Definitely got get one for the Boundary then

[@TheCaptainsCog]

@@BerserkerNick My buddy from Yard Sale Cycles KZbin channel is gonna collab with me so we can use his headset press to get the cups into the frame. Probly filming that tonight! Dont worry, I'm working to keep my "sponsor" happy!😅

[@tyler_esquivel]

Just put some 2.8 maxxis minions on my gt aggressor because of your videos 👍

[@BerserkerNick]

I have 2.8 Schwalbe Rocket Ron's on my Trek and they're awesome going downhill and flat trails, but climbing hills is horrible, you're definitely going to notice the rotation weight, I'm planning on going down in size to a 2.3 or 2.5, keep shredding 😎🤙

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

@Tyler Esquivel-Cool man! I bet you LOVE THEM!! I cant get past a big fat tire!!! Glad you found us:)

[@brian1570]

i went with the magnesium version of the epixon's on my agressor. they are super light which made the bike handle the techy sections so much better. super easy to pop that light front end over roots and rocks now. also did the dt swiss ratcheting skewers at the same time which i highly recommend as well.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Oh no that is an idea!! Thanks for the tip man:)

[@allocke9446]

I still have the stock brakes. No OTBs or feathering issues in the front, lol. We don't have designated rated trails where I am (leaves, branches, rocks, moss) so you can be riding a green that turns into a black quickly as far as difficulty is concerned. There are a couple of good downhills that are 'fairly' tame. Been riding with more weight towards the front because the Epixon keeps the wheel well planted. MUCH, MUCH better control than the XCT once you have it dialed in. You'll like it. P.S. Jessi Colter's song. I got it...lol.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Well dad says thanks!! Lol someone finally got it!! Now man the front end is such a huge improvement right? Will totally change up your style! Later Al Locke and thanks for the Coffee brother.

[@omararcher7105]

Love your channel 👍! Keep up the good work!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thank you Omar, appreciate ya man!

[@kaferboy1]

It looks like you went with the Love Honey, one of my faves! Good stuff from Little Rock!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Love the Love Honey. Arkansas is putting out some great beer for sure. We have got biking and beer well covered in our state🚴🍺🥰👍

[@bobbye7353]

I just put that same fork on my fiance's Laguna pro along with MANY other things. You're going to want to show that thing on your "Viewers Ride's" segment 😁💪

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Hell yeah man, we look forward to it! Have got to get another one out soon👍 A few dudes have said there wife's have GT Lagunas! My buddy's wife's got one as well👍

[@E.Reyes78]

Awesome vid brother, been following your build and I kinda did the same as yours. I got the lime green GT with almost the same upgrades except dropper and fork. Looking for a budget fork for now. Keep up the good job bud!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thanks man, checkout the bucklos and or lutu. They have a newer fork design out and I am sure you can find a cheaper older version. Good luck and let us know what you go with! Thank you for commenting and see you tommorrow brother👍👍

[@marathonrunner715]

Your bike is so sweet dude. These videos were part of the reason I got this bike. GT probably owes you a free bike if they haven't already. I've seen some really goofy 'gt sponsored' rider vids on youtube where the sponsored rider with a 'broken rib' is riding one of their 10k bikes chasing the tail of a stranger on the same trail then they go on to make fun of the guys for not making way or whatever. GT might need to rethink who they're supporting as a brand IMO.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Man thank you Z, we have not recieved a bike form GT. Let me tell you it would probably not happen...They seem to not be interested at all. So happy you got one in part because of our channel!! The bike is a beast!! Thanks again Z

[@BerserkerNick]

Always looking forward to upgrades and configure experiments on every bike, I'm interested in seeing you guys test a mullet set up some time. Just put a few small giveaway items in the mail today, keep shredding 😎🤙

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

For sure Berserker, we enjoy the upgrades so much man. Its awesome what a new fork,stem and bar can do! The mail sounds great and will do man:) MULLET????? POSSIBLY!

[@BerserkerNick]

A mullet set up would work awesome on one of the 26ers you guys have in the WolfTick stable, maybe the gold full suspension mongoose with a 26 rear and 27.5 front, it's amazing how good and nimble a 26/27.5 mullet setup feels, my ideas are just the ramblings of a lunatic, lol, always looking forward to the next video

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Completely understand man, dad really wants to do a mullet but i kinda shy against it.......I figure it wont be left that way so why not i guess? Ahhhh we will see but you did get one thing right, straight up LUNATIC!!!🤣😂 Later BERSERKER!

[@lilsnelf]

nice bar, mine is race face atlas 820 wide, ah it's like a dream at the trail

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Dude that is nuttts! 820? Wow any flex is it also a 35mm?

[@tomtricks6838]

Hey, love the channel just wondering is the GT aggressor pro the same as the GT aggressor Expert (im from the uk)

[@joshfreitas2198]

I know we have the expert here in the states and its a bit of an upgrade to the pro. I wouldn't imagine it would be different for the UK market

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Hey brother, looks to be the exact bike:)

[@lightspeed4173]

If anything it comes down to difference in componates like brakes and groupset ect. I would recommend upgrading that stuff anyway. Same frame for sure

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

👍👍👍

[@ninjaplease123]

The Wolfman is fun to watch

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Haha Thanks🥰👍

[@dadlife8289]

Thanks for providing stones as a weight measurement! 😂😊

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Lol! FINALLY someone got it! Ha ha everyone and there brother says to please add that and we do, and it takes an American to notice!😂😂💙

[@johnykryll]

You guys crack me up, great vids

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thanks man! We get a good laugh at it too.

[@thomasknutson3628]

I just bought the same suntour epixon fork for my gt agressor pro.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Awesome man! I hope the fork works out good for both of us😜

[@snakebros2474]

if you ever wanna get a new dropper post i believe PNW have some 27.2 diameter ones. a bit pricy though

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thanks man but it might be a little out of our budget price range😂.

[@mtbboy1993]

you should definitely try Michelin Wild Enduro Rear GUM-X3 & Michelin WIld Enduro Front Magi-X, I have 23mm rim, use Cush Core Ppro. the tyres are easy to install. they roll faster than my previous setups. they turn much better, the front end is much more stable cus the side knobs are supported more, they are stiffer. so far this is my fav combo.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

OOOHHHH! Well im glad you like them, I need to go to your channel and watch;) You do some pretty good reviews.

[@purplegarage05]

One of the biggest benefits of 8/9/10speed groupsets vs 11/12 is they are much easier to adjust and the chains are stronger since they're thicker.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thats a good point man, a little less to go wrong:)

[@purplegarage05]

I plan on getting a jessica headset for my aggressor pro eventually, might get a slightly shorter stem for it too I'm also debating on a getting a dropper once I get my bday money, but i might sell the bike and not really sure the price to performance is worth it for a dropper. Great to see the gt back on the channel again have a great day! 🤙🤙

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Man th eJessice is really a nice upgrade, now get a dropper and just be sure to get a 27.2 mm. Then just take it with you if you sell it:) You can always get a schimm?

[@mariamasucci1181]

I apologize for the noob question. I've been glued to your videos I think they are outstanding. My question is your videos are based off teh GT Agressor Pro, I have a 2019 GT Agressor sport Large frame (red). Do all your upgrades apply to my bike I've done some research and am still lost. Thank you!!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Well thank you very much for being GLUED to our channel! Def not a bad thing?? LOL Now I have looked up your bike and it seems all things equal, so to answer your question all upgrades will be transferable, now that being said here is were it gets a little hairy, the sunrace 14-38 cassette may be a freewheel(meaning, in order to change out lets say your gearing you may have to get a new rear wheel with a free hub to accommodate a cassette) Most likely it is a cassette and you wont have any issues but if it is a freewheel you may. Now what are you looking at upgrading? Lets start there

[@mtbboy1993]

the stiffness will depend on the stem design and the handlebar, how it's engineered, thickness, and so on. there are bars out there that will feel the same no matter diameter. but you are right that bigger diameter will be harsher.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Def a lot harsher, thats a good word. Do you run a 35mm???

[@mtbboy1993]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS I run Renthal Apex 35, 33mm length, 800mm 30mm riser bar, RevGrips 34mm. The race face bar has flex built into it, if doing something harsh, or put lot sof weight on it it will give in, but I still feel vibrations, the fork used also plays a role and of course the stem, grips. But mine dampen vibrations.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Damn Sounds Beefy:)

[@mtbboy1993]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS I am just trying to be more clear this time, I meant Rev Grips dampen vibrations.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

GOTCHA;)

[@phoisguud]

Dropper post are most essential part for me

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

ABSOLUTELY!! I broke my dropper a while back and man I miss it so MUCH!!!

[@jackanddan]

those tires rock guys....it would be interesting to see how the whole tubeless thing works never did that kinda thing before....yeah so when are you gonna do a backflip like in RAD?

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Yeah we need to bite the bullet and go tubeless on one of the bikes for sure. Hahaha not sure that a backflip is in either one of our futures🤣. Thanks man👍

[@showmemtb4959]

I had a "suspicious mind" when you were talking about that fork before, Wolfman.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

🤔🤔🤔

[@UKSHARPSHOOTER78]

I love GT bikes I have a GT aggressor X that's been stripped down and rebuilt with upgraded parts so far on the build gone over to a 1x drivetrain sr suntour crankset shimano BB new continental 2.4 tires shorter 35mm stem wider 780mm bars gold KMC chain new aluminium flat pedals new avid elixir hydro brakes new saddle jumped from a 160mm rotor to a 180 on the front wheel got some new bar grips coming next week new deore rear mech and 9 speed shifter only major thing I need is new forks the ones I'm keen on are the x fusion that's was on one of your budget fork videos

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

That sounds rad man, the X fusions are sweet and will completely round out the entire bike!! Let us know if you find some man:)

[@ricoaks7198]

I am new subscriber ,great reviews. does this worth the price difference over the boundary or the al comp? I never ride a mountain bike before. thanks

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Thanks a bunch for the comment and subscribing man. Now first of all, if you are a bigger guy I would say the Boundary and of you are 5'6" or smaller I would go with the Al Comp. They both have upsides but a different tire and frame size, which really makes a difference. Also light trails and mainly road stuff? The comp it's got 3 chiain rings up front so you have more gearing options, but the Boundary is a 1x so upgrades may be a little easier as far as the drivetrain is concerned. It's a lot to consider but maybe size overall is going to be the biggest positive or negative. If you can find one on store that would be the best to try and see the fit.

[@acedotcom]

Xl gtap and I run 2.6's on mine just. Imma big boy and it still doesn't rub even under load.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

NICE! Thats impressive man:) The AL CompZERKER almost rubs with a 2.6 on the front fork!! So damn close, still have not ridden tit yet and wondering if it is gonna under pressure:/

[@dangerous8333]

Hey guys, I just got the Schwinn Ascension and I really like it, but after seeing this video I don't want to start upgrading it yet since I can still return it, so that leads me to my next question. I'm looking for the best bike under $500. I always had GT's in the 90's and I really liked them. So this one peaked my interest. With that said, would you keep the Schwinn Ascension, or get the GT aggressor? Or do you have another recommendation? I wouldn't mind going a little over $500.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

We like all the schwinns and the GT Aggressor pro is our flagship bike so to speak. We don't recommend stuff so it's really up to you. If you plan on doing a lot of upgrades it wont matter which one you have. Just remember the Ascension has a tapered headtube and a 31.6 seat post so you can get better parts for those. If you are going to keep it really budget then it don't matter. Hope this helps👍

[@dangerous8333]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS Totally helps. I'll keep the Schwinn. Thanks broski!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

👍👍No Prob man;)

[@landotamayo3149]

great video again... what inner tubes using for front and back?

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Hey brother here is an affiliate link to what we like, they are a little more expensive but boy are they tough!! The GT has bontragers:)ebay.us/dnnWkB

[@skieyz3265]

I little of topic but been looking for the schwinn Axum everywhere for a friend but can’t seem to find where to buy it from. Where did you guys get it and where can I buy it from? Btw I do live in the states

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Hey brother we got it on Walmart.com, it seems to be out of stock for a minute now:( Good luck and just keep checking in on it man.

[@bdub4112]

Good morning fellas!!!!!

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

SUP BRICE! Glad you made it:)

[@ericinfante1885]

I have one and was wondering what are the must haves on upgrades and also what do you think about the gears it comes with? Are they not up to pro standards where you need to change them or what? Basically what can remain stock if anything at all? I'm new to this whole bike scene and have used the pro as it came for 3 months and I have really enjoyed it on road and off road up and down steep hills. Maybe for a rookie this feels amazing enough but I'm sure if there is really so much better upgrades one must have then I might be enlightened! Thanks for making these videos but I would also love to see comparison of stock parts vs the upgrades to see the difference on paper

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Hey brother it all plays t what kind of riding you are doing, the 11-35T is not much gearing and I am sure "pros" dont run anything like that. So that being said if you watch our groupset videos they offer a much more budget alternative to what the "pros" would buy. Mainly upgrading groupsets is for the ease of climbing and chain slap issues as well as chain jumping. It makes a huge difference all around, but the GT's groupset I would say is fine for a beginner.

[@ericinfante1885]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS what would be the greatest groupset int he budget category? And what would be the best in a high end? Or is it not really as clear as to say one type crushes the rest?

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

So far the best we have tried "in our opinion" o far is the Microshift Acolyte, but Tuesdays video will feature the new LT-WOO AX11 groupset-you dont want to miss it!

[@BikeDrFrankenstein]

Love the video! Keep up the good work fellas! I LOVE my Suntour Epixon, I think it might outshine the Lisa I mean Judy lol. I understood the Lisa and Judy comment WOLFDAD

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

💙💙 Love it! Thanks man #WOLFAD

[@Andrew-dm8mk]

You guys rock Thank you for being you 👍🔥 my Ixf is now 2 years old. Not one issue either, I can’t fault. I was checking the specs for the MT-420 Brakes and it stated in the literature that they are only compatible with resin brake pads, but there is no reason why you couldn’t replace the brake disks with ones which would be suited for metal or ceramic pads. Ahhh you’ve already replaced the disks Cool. Question what would be your thoughts on a Mtb Carbon frame hard tail or double suspension Budget Build? I’d love to get a GT AVALANCHE and upgrade it.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

You are very welcome brother thank you:) Now we would love to get a full carbon off the interned, probably will be a 27.5 hardtail. We were going to purchase one before but we bought the Ascension!! Thanks Andrew and what do you ride now?

[@Andrew-dm8mk]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS That’s great to hear but if you do it would be good for you to do a bit of research before purchasing one some of them aren’t very good and folks have had broken bones from them suddenly snapping on them while biking be careful I’m sure you’ll come across a half decent frame at some point. Really look forward to the upload, regards to you and the Wolf 👍 ive still got the same Carrera vengeance budget upgraded but I’m interested in probably getting a Chinese carbon frame with a external screw in compatible bottom bracket or the GT AVALANCHE and up grade it.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

👍Will do Andrew, thanks brother

[@mtbboy1993]

those grips seem to be nice, I had similar grips, but way too thin for me. many bikes come with way too thin grips, so far I've not seen grips change with size of bike yet. but I guess most people can use too small grips first easy, but too big is not a good idea, but on bigger bikes the rider will have bigger hands too. I use 34mm grips.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Good point:)

[@JohnKrieger]

Thank you

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

You are welcome my man. Thanks for watching and commenting👍

[@mtbboy1993]

have you thought of trying different brake pads? I know there are some cheaper alternatives, and some say some are better than original. So far the best pads I've tried are TRP/Tektro red/semi metallic pads, durable, great bite. with Shimano metallic pads I cracked those. but did not happen with the TRP pads yet.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Yeah man, I mention it in the video. I would like to try some finned semi metallic pads. Just dont know if my rotors will like them and if my 420s will fit?

[@mtbboy1993]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS as long as you get correct type, so check that, and don't confuse dual piston pads with four piston pads, or brake pads for ZEE, Saint, and the new XTR m9020 brakes with old model, I don't know which type these use, but the old finned pads won't fit into new brakes

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

👍Thanks

[@dieseldown]

I have a question, if you were to buy a bike that already had these upgrades which bike would you buy and what price range would it have been. For a weekend rider on pavement and sand , would a 1000 dollar bike be overkill?

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

I think a $1000 bike to just cruise on is overkill yes. Now if I were I to buy a bike for around for around price, I would look at the Kona lineup. They have got some pretty good looking stuff 👍

[@EurynomusBH]

Have you considered trying out 29s on the Aggressor? I put a pair on mine and they seem to fit nicely.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Really? I seen it done before but I like the 27.5 aspect better:) LOL Glad you tried ha ha how does it ride?

[@neechipsycho5427]

I follow lots of people for many different things but I don't watch every video like I do with yours.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Man that is so nice of you! It always feels good to know that we are doing something right🥰👍

[@MajorStaticX]

If you guys can, can you try out that X6 crankset, its the same company as IXF I think, .... FYI I watch you guys more than any other MTB channel PERIOD!!! lol you guys are fun

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Hell yeah man! Thay is great and so happy to have you. I would like to try that particular setup, so we will, just have to order one and decide what bike!! Lol thanks man

[@tacocaliente8390]

I have a northrock xc29, should I upgrade it or save for a more expensive bike?

[@purplegarage05]

It really depends on the terrain you ride, If you're uncomfortable with the feel of the bike I would, I've worked on a couple of similar bikes. But if you like the geometry I'd upgrade a few things and send it! 😎🤙

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Man you know us, all about that upgrade game!! LOL Whatever suits you best man, just think of what you can buy and what you can make of it:)

[@ThisIsJoeyPops]

Wolfticcccckkkkkkkkk!!! I sold my gt agressor with the padded breaks and upgrade and bought the one with disc a 2021 from someone who didn’t like the bike I got a good deal. Just bought grips and pedals. What should I buy first on a budget

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

HELL YEAH!!! MAn lets see.......go with a bar and stem!! Always a good cheapish upgrade! Here are some affiliate links man:) So cool you got disc now, welcome to the FAMILY!!! LOL- KRSEC Stem ebay.us/EZQDTY KORE BAR 760- ebay.us/3i8CrQ

[@ThisIsJoeyPops]

I just seen this actually what about fork? I want to get a air fork

[@ThisIsJoeyPops]

Also what are the sizes for the fork and stem and can you give me a link for the fork I’m going to get you a cup of coffee for the help my bike is black with the blue and blue grips what color handle bars a should I get?

[@ThisIsJoeyPops]

I really liked the video where you had the fork lock by your hand so if you know of a good fork I can get with a lever like that and give me the link that would be awesome

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Gotcha:)

[@Javonidas]

My aggressor have sram NX groupset (1-12), sram NX crankset, sram dub button bracket, stem and handlebar RaceFace Chester, tektro hydraulic brakes, odi lockon grips, RockShox Recon RL, fifty fifty pedals, rear and front Maxxis aggressor tires 2.3 and I’m waiting for one PNW pine dropper post

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Sounds like a beast!!! You will love the dropper 🙏

[@Javonidas]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS is a beast!! Keep doing videos!!!💪🏻

[@Clayton_B]

Just realized my gr aggressor sport is built almost exactly like yours lol 😆

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

LOL NOT A DAMN THING WRONG WITH THAT!!! Thanks man!