Turner Nitrous Review - Making Boring Trails Fun Again

[@TDizzle5408]

Don't know when you filmed this but seems like your energy is back, hope you are feeling well. Fast ride, would be great for my mostly buff trails.

[@hardtailparty]

Thanks. I get little windows of hope and energy, and when I feel good I go out and film a ride. Then my health crashed and I recover for the next 2 weeks and try it again with a new bike.

[@michaelurich7749]

Thanks for a great review. I hope you also get to go out for rides without thinking about filming them or reviewing a new bike. Your videos are so relaxing to rewatch, especially all the Hard Trails ones. It’s my favorite thing to do on flights.

[@hardtailparty]

@@michaelurich7749 right now I only have enough health for one ride every 2 weeks. In order to pay the bills and support my family, that ride is a work/review ride. I hope to be able to ride for fun without it being work again soon.

[@trishaleaver3581]

Your very skilled riding makes all bikes look good. Hope your better soon😀

[@surfbodi.0015]

It seems to me that for years bikes have been getting increasingly aggressive and heavy. Riding lighter bikes with less travel has been a revelation for me lately. Since most of my mates got ebikes Ive found myself riding alone on less extreme trails and my hardtail just feels amazing on them. Im riding a Nukeproof Scout at the moment but would love someone like this at some point. Thanks for the review 😊

[@shaftf16]

Steve…great review! I bought a Nitrous frame last Spring after watching your interview with Dave at Sea Otter. Totally sold me on it. It’s honestly the best and most fun bike I’ve ever owned…fast and smooth. Keep it up!

[@ChrisBakerElToro]

Dang, this bike seems to check all of my boxes and it’s such a beautiful frame. Outstanding review Steve you nailed it with this one. I also see my girlfriend and our trail dog made a cameo appearance 🤙🏻

[@ThomasDiFrancesco-Schäfer]

The bike is fine...but seeing you biking again, that's better😎

[@hardtailparty]

Thanks so much. I can handle about one 45 min ride every 2 weeks. It's always healing to get out on the trail.

[@johnnydoe66]

Not that I ride a hardtail anywhere close to how nice this Turner is, but I still absolutely love it. I thoroughly agree, too many riders are over biked. My friend who bought a really nice full suss asked me if I had any regrets for buying my hardtail and not a full suspension, I answered with "Not one bit." After watching this review, this is at the top of my dream bike list of titanium ht's to hopefully purchase after I get my kids through college. Glad to see you out riding.

[@ollilaine3265]

This sounds like one really nice bike, this channel manages to deliver such a interesting reviews👍 And nice to see you back on trails man!

[@hardtailparty]

There are about 5-10 truly special hardtails out there. The difference between those and average bikes is massive. When you're ready to get something truly special, hit me up on Patreon and we can work together. Patreon.com/hardtailparty

[@athishmarutharaj6001]

On my 66-67HA hardtail, the hans dampf tires I installed as the front tire on that bike never washed out on loose corners. When my dad took that tire to put it on the front of his Forbidion dreadnaught, to make his bike have less rolling resistance, the front kept washing out on the same loose corners I made with my hardtail multiple times at my local trail. I realized that my hardtail was more balanced compared to my dads bike despite having less gripy tires. we ended up putting a slightly longer stem on the forbidion to get some more weight on the front which helped a little bit.

[@pdrawe]

Owned most old school FS Turner models. Love his bikes! Also worth mentioning that DT is a quality human. No ego at all. Good to see him with another great bike.

[@hardtailparty]

So true. David is one of the most genuine, kind people I've met in the industry.

[@shonduckdong]

I love turners, my first trip to ride Sedona was on a full suspension turner like 12yrs ago, never will forget that, since then been there numerous times on many different bikes. Both full suspension and hardtails. Great review Now patiently waiting on that Transition Trans Am ride review 🤙🏼

[@hardtailparty]

It's coming...

[@mattspen]

STEVE! So good to see another video from you! Im on my own health journey now, I hope things are improving for you! Bikes are the best! Your enthusiasm for the sport is very uplifting, thanks! I hope all is well. It’s so cool that you get to ride so many bikes. That rear tire is nearly touching the seat tube!

[@wesleywermuth9545]

Gosh I want this bike!!!!! Glad to see you still riding Steve. Hope all the best with your health.

[@s.t.e.r.e.o.]

So much special sauce watching you ride again.

[@hardtailparty]

Thanks. It feels amazing to ride again.

[@chasepalpatine170]

Nice review! I’ve ridden a friends Turner Nitrous, you’re right, it’s a joy to ride and I am a XC racer type. Seems like your health is getting better, I’m glad for you 😊

[@hardtailparty]

I get about one day in 15 when I can get a 45 min ride in. On those days, I bring the gorpo and film a review. This was one of those good days, then I was back in bed for a week.

[@shaunroach7829]

The special sauce bikes are fantastic and more some of the best reviews!!! You energy, positivity and happiness and excitement was fun to watch. Another great break down review Steve!!!

[@johnnimmo4114]

Fantastic to seeing you looking so well again mate! Look after yourself!

[@hardtailparty]

Thanks. I'm still sick but every two weeks or so I feel well enough for a 45 min ride.

[@noahmills2884]

Keep it Steve!!! I'm looking to build a hardtail next year. This is now on the list

[@hardtailparty]

I wish. I have about 20 hardtails. I need to adopt an N-1 policy.

[@twopumperchump]

I have owned dozens of high end bikes over the past 30yrs. My top 3 are all Turner, including the Ti Nitrous. Dave absolutely nailed it! The spec is immaculate. Only thing I chaged were the brakes (xtr)

[@mds8676]

Having owned a Spot, it was amazing for its time, the word that comes to mind for the way Turner frames ride is neutral. They disappear beneath the rider and let the rider focus on the ride. They are great, and the fan boy hype of yesteryear around these bikes was for a very good reason. Glad to see Turner has managed to continue on especially with all the ups and downs of the bicycle market. Steve, so glad you're taking care of yourself and making your health priority. Thank you so much for giving back to the biking community with your insights and enthusiasm!

[@hardtailparty]

To me, the spot is still every bit as relevant as when it came out. It's not dated in any way. It's a fantastic machine. This turner is wonderful too.

[@JustSnowglow]

I know you can't get out for many rides these days so it's good to se you really enjoying it when you do! This bike looks killer!

[@Monkey_slapping_keys]

Was just thinking about you today and how you are getting on, and you pop up into my feed. Glad to see you are still getting out.

[@tracymcmanus550]

Dude, you look like you are feeling better. That was a great ride video.

[@hardtailparty]

Sadly I'm still greatly affected by ME/CFS

[@aaronmacdougall9631]

Loving the energy and enthusiasm in this review! Wish a turner frame was in my budget. Can't wait to hear your review of the Transition TransAm though!

[@TheVintageDownhillMounta-io8pp]

Dave Turner is the man. I think a lot of it is he used to be a pro rider - then started making bikes. So, he knows how bikes should ride. he's been studying it since the late 80's. Not many bike designers can say that.

[@Afella]

This is such a lovely community you’ve created here man, love it! Hopefully get to ride with ya one day over in the states. Enjoy the trails!😉Love from uk✌🏼

[@hardtailparty]

I have the greatest viewers in the world. I couldn't be happier with this community.

[@jasonrichmond7974]

Great review! Your energy and vibe with this bike seems special. Seems the builder out a lot of thought in to a special hardtail. Thanks for the video.

[@notice_fpv]

Steve you sound great. It's easy to tell how much you're enjoying this ride!

[@santanalor9771]

I still enjoy my Turner burner

[@brentcollins9727]

That was awesome! I bought a new beautiful sexy carbon fiber full suspension a couple of years ago that was amazing on the bumps, but on the other 95% of the riding I do, it was slow and mushy. I mostly just looked at it for a year until I sold it for a simpler hardtail. Riding immediately got fun again.

[@mrvapor4791]

Your the best at what you do

[@2WheelKam]

Great to see you having fun at work! Looks like an awesome bike!

[@AZRob.]

Oh man, that just may have been the bike I was after all along. As you are aware, I'm super happy with my Norco Fluid HT, but, I'd sure love to throw a leg over that thing... Great to see you out riding and reviewing!! Cheers Steve!

[@matthewhall8790]

Thanks for the review. Hope you're feeling well.

[@Cotictimmy]

Love the sound of the Nitrous. I have an old Salsa Mariachi Ti these days, but the 26" Turner Flux was my bike back in 2010-2012. The Nitrous sounds like a hybrid of those two LOL.

[@eliasdanieli5461]

Loving the new camera setup!

[@prancisfena]

Love the "Hey, are you Steve part" 😄

[@nellyx1x493]

That's it. I want one, I need one. Might ditch the FS for good to get one. Been riding hardtails for 35 years solid, always the most fun bikes to ride when dialled in to perfection...and once there they stay that way every ride. DT is the greatest.

[@Biking_with_Akiva]

Fantastic reviews,and I have to say it's so good seeing you back on the trail shredding 💯🤙🏾

[@darrengruendel3466]

Great review. Happy you’re feeling better. Stack seems extreme especially on biggest sizes. Comments?

[@RideYearRound]

Love to see the excitement mid ride. It's funny how a trail you've ridden a hundred times can suddenly become fun again with a different bike...often unexpectedly haha.

[@hardtailparty]

Well said.

[@wpmccray1]

Gorgeous bike!!! Thanks for the review. I love a light, Ti, XC bike.

[@henrikgistvall4402]

Probably my dreambike right there.

[@radek5690]

Thanks. I want to get one. Take it easy.

[@rule3036]

Ardent race by Maxxis. Love them for summer riding in the UK Handle anything except winter mud . Not fastest rolling but tough .. Great review good to see you on form👍

[@porschephiliac4356]

This bike is something special. Loss for words.

[@qualm43]

Honestly those ARDENT tires will make ANY mtb feel quick. absolutely love that tire.

[@hardtailparty]

Agreed. The 25lb weight and dialed geometry doesn't hurt either. Most people overlook the importance of tires and just get dhr2/assegai. Draggy tires on mellow bikes are a quick way to sap the fun out of them

[@josephfarrugia2350]

@@hardtailpartyyou might mean draggy tires on mellow trails? (Not “mellow bikes”?)

[@hardtailparty]

@@josephfarrugia2350i mean mellow geo bikes (trail bikes) designed for mellow trails.

[@qualm43]

@@hardtailparty Oh yeah. Every time I try a different tire, I just end up going back to the rekons/ardent race tires because my hardtail feels like a BUS with knobby tires.

[@whispering_pines]

@@qualm43 agreed. Upgrading your technique - pumping down at the right time - basically doubles your grip for corners and braking. Makes those XC tires shine on the blue/green.

[@jgel2722]

“Hey, are you Steve?” 😎. It would be a treat to run into you on a trail! Great review, thanks!

[@hardtailparty]

She was so kind! I love connecting with other passionate mountain bikers.

[@RelentlessRob]

Great Video, great bike as well, you won't regret buying a Turner. I love those tires, although I agree there a bit overwhelmed in Sedona.

[@tjay_mac]

Glad to see you not only riding a hardtail but even sprinting on it! Thanks for the video. Btw, did you change your camera in the last two ride videos? What camera are you using on this video?

[@zethjugos1250]

After being sick for almost 2weeks now, This just makes me wanna ride again ASAP😊

[@hardtailparty]

Same here. :)

[@cycling_plurality]

Fantastic review, great bike!

[@VendetaBrown]

Another fantastic review from the 🐐 Give us the Hummingbird Ti!!

[@hardtailparty]

It's coming... I need to feel well enough to ride it. But I have one in for review.

[@VendetaBrown]

@@hardtailpartythanks for all you do Steve!

[@William.N]

Designing another bike?! Oooooo!

[@TomSmith-fn5nr]

Looks so smooth and enjoyable to ride 😍

[@PhilTurner-z4g]

This does sound like an awesome bike and being a namesake would be cool to own. Still happy with my Kona ESD more than enough bike for me right now

[@ArisaemaDracontium]

I’d be real interested to see you review a Why/Revel titanium bike. I have an El Jefe, which I suspect is a bit stiffer, less shreddy and but more versatile.

[@hardtailparty]

I've ridden an s7. It didn't blow me away, it was a little stiff. I've been wanting to ride a jefe though.

[@davidgordon9048]

GREAT review!

[@hardtailparty]

You'd like this one.

[@stephenkohler3472]

Damn, Steve. You're gonna crash his website😉

[@hardtailparty]

My reviews crashed ragleys website and RSDs. Let's see if we can crash turner's too.

[@nodbag6301]

Great to see you out and enjoying yourself Steve. I haven't seen you so excited since reviewing the Spot Rocker. Would you choose one over the other in any situations? (I can't afford either so not trying to pick your brain for free)

[@DatPenguin97]

You always emphasize the terrain we ride at home... I never thought it would make such a big difference, but a stiff bike you reviewed (Stoic) is fairly decent to ride around my area, which is German forests with kinda soft ground... Though my lack of experience with many hardtails (or any fullsuspension) might play into that haha

[@hardtailparty]

Yeah, if you have loam and soft dirt, a stiff hardtail is fine

[@christopherchilds7234]

Would love to see a comparison between the nitrous and scrub

[@hardtailparty]

See my sea otter coverage

[@richpindertalk]

Hi again... at around 5:12 you suggest you'd prefer to have another SID fork, one without the lockout - but which has more compression control ? I believe Dave has the Ultimate model with Lockout spec'd - can you tell me which other SID model you are recommending ? Thanks.

[@reggiefuentes4599]

This is a bike that I would definitely be interested in. I'm thinking of going to a short travel FS or an HT. I want to carry over my components from my current bike and sell the frame and fork . I tried to get on Turner's website, but it was unavailable . What is the max fork travel for the frame?

[@simonburton505]

Love Turner Bikes

[@dennismiller1602]

Steve, Your initial bike intro video got me stoked…..and now I’m relatively certain this is the frame for me. Any chance, you will still have this bike around in 30 days? I’ll be in AZ on business first week of Jan….would love to throw a leg over it(: Thanks for the review!!

[@hardtailparty]

No, sorry. I send these bikes back after I review them.

[@cra_55]

Heck yea, more love for XC bikes. Most riders around my area spend 80% of the time pootling around green and blue trails anyway. Sometimes I just wanna grab them by the shoulder and yell into their faces "You do not need 160mm of travel and Maxxis Minions to ride blue trails".

[@user-dk4lw2pu6r]

Great review, glad to see you out riding. Have been looking at Ti hardtails for a while now and this Turner definitely tops the list. How do you think this bike would fair with 27.5x2.8? Namely Maxxis Rekons. Thank you for any input.

[@thomashelander6753]

Dream bike!

[@nicholkid]

Probably the most glowing review you've made. Maybe test a specialized chisel?

[@hardtailparty]

Specialized is really tough to get bikes from for review.

[@user-lc2mu9jk2b]

What energies! I see you did not challenge it up technical Rocky trails. Also, it sounds like it has a low stack. How upright-positioned are you? Especially when suggesting a 1-week bikepacking trip.

[@mccarnickle]

And Steve makes me want another bike. He’s already responsible for two bike related “discussions” with the wife.

[@ivanmilensky9408]

Funny me too... I did a custom Binary maniak HP and also later picked up a late model Ibis DV9....wife's motto "if it keeps my happy and broke, i'm behind it"

[@hardtailparty]

The Maniak is my all time favorite hardtail. With a +2* angleset it's very similar to this nitrous.

[@mircea5013]

Hi Steve! Is it comparable to the DV9 or completely different flavor?

[@hardtailparty]

They're in a similar genre but they have noticeably different attitudes.

[@stevekelly6544]

Man I really like this one!

[@redlegds_adventures]

What size frame did you use for this review?

[@jeffsharp4982]

Can’t stop thinking about about this one! I’m looking for a Ti SS candidate, and was stoked on how much you seemed to love this bike until I realized there isn’t sliding drop outs….bummer. Then I heard they have a new model, geared for SS and has sliding drop outs. Have you had a chance to ride that one? Also have you ridden the Revel El Jefe?

[@hardtailparty]

I feel like the turners are 10x the bike the revels are

[@jeffsharp4982]

@@hardtailparty Steve I was surprised by your reply, especially after re-watching your ride review video you did at Outerbike on the Why Cycles S7. You really seemed to like it a lot. If I was being honest I want the El Jefe because well, it sorta has my name on it hahaha, plus it does seem pretty similar on paper although the El Jefe numbers are sagged and the Turner numbers are static. What Ti hard tails do you have in your current fleet? Hope you're ok man, hope to ride with you again one of these days.

[@matthewlight9241]

Is it just me are is he flying down these trails? The bike looks exciting.

[@stanley909]

It lives up to its name "Nitrous", makes you zoom all over the trails heh

[@ianfurqueron5850]

Looks like an awesome bike. The only thing I'd want changed is to a 31.6 seat post. $2400 for a Ti frame is not a bad price. On a slightly different note, have you looked at the Growtac Equal cable brakes?

[@hardtailparty]

I'm with ya on 31.6 Ive read a lot about growtac online but I've never tried them.

[@MooseJoose]

Don’t you think a lot of the snappy light responsive feeling might be the really light tires????

[@hardtailparty]

These tires help the bike roll quick, but the snappy, responsive feeling is due to the frame. I've run these tires on other bikes, and this turner is something special.

[@TheHuester44]

Was girdner the trail you rode for this ride. Great bike and ride . Thanks Steve !

[@hardtailparty]

There were 3 trails in this vid. Girdner was one of them.

[@edmundcharles1685]

I need an anvice. I want to buy a good hardtail frame, and cant decide what to go with. Im looking for an alloy downcountry-trail frame for 120-140 mils of travel. Hope to get your answer on this question)

[@hardtailparty]

I do my bike consultation/advice over on patreon. Id be happy to help you over there. Patreon.com/HardtailParty

[@TomSmith-fn5nr]

How would you compare it to Marin Team 2 2023? Im torn between these two

[@hardtailparty]

I do my bike comparisons and consultation over on patreon. I'd be happy to help you over there. Patreon.com/hardtailparty

[@stevekelly6544]

I really like this one a lot, it sounds like a perfect bike for me- have to start saving my pennies….

[@reidjenson55]

Sure would be nice if it had sliding dropouts. Don't want a tensioner and I haven't seen an eccentric for T47.

[@hardtailparty]

Sounds like we need to get wheels manufacturing to make a t47 ebb

[@reidjenson55]

@@hardtailparty all I can find is First Components ebb but can't find the C247D DUB version for sale. The R247SA is available but looks like it's for GXP cranks?

[@martyarnwine]

I almost pulled the trigger on this frame about two years ago. Opted to go with the Sherpa Ti simply because they had a 142 dropout option that would allow my rear wheel to work. Got to hear Dave's thoughts on wheelset 'standards' as part of my research :) He's a quality guy.

[@bimmerfan729]

Man, this thing seems like a wicked cool bike! Would be a nice companion to my full sus bike. Now someone needs to make it in a cheaper frame material so us poors can enjoy it too! 😂

[@hardtailparty]

This one is worth saving up for.

[@crankerson]

hey, are you Steve? Hey!!!

[@hardtailparty]

Genuinely one of the nicest people I've ever met on the trail.

[@crankerson]

@@hardtailparty I'd be pretty excited to meet you on the trail too

[@nemesis256]

How would you compare this to a Sherpa 853?

[@hardtailparty]

I do my individual bike comparisons over on Patreon. I'd be happy to help you over there. Patreon.com/hardtailparty

[@ninjazzrhythm400]

What camera are you using? It's so shaky, I felt dizzy and vomiting just watching it in for a few seconds. But i do love your content though

[@hardtailparty]

Hardtails are BUMPY out here. This is the Gopro Hero 12, their latest camera, with their highest stability settings. Riding a hardtail fast on rocky terrain is a bumpy affair. How big is the TV you're watching it on?

[@goforbroke2]

Has anyone tossed a leg over the Turner Gila, it’s the single speed version of the Nitrous. Absolutely zero reviews on the Gila, guessing it’s too new. Just wondering if it’s going to feel like a wet noodle under my weight of 240 lbs.

[@hardtailparty]

Email turner, they're very responsive and honest

[@goforbroke2]

@@hardtailpartyI ordered a Gila frame, just waiting for it to arrive now.👍🏾 It was the Gila or the Stanton Sherpa Ti Gen4, decided on the Gila. Very similar geometry between the two, the Gila was more inline with my current steel HT geometry.

[@hardmtnbiker]

It’s a fact that DT is an experienced rider/owner. I think he’s fully aware that coming up with geo and build specs is not something you delegate to a person or department manager. He obviously takes this very seriously and very personal. This is one of the reasons why this bike left you speechless. Compared to a Giant or Trek or Specialized is kinda unfair, when we know that many of the decisions made by those companies are done by people that are just “warm bodies” that have landed a job with a big corporation. I remember reading a post on LinkedIn about a person that landed a job at one of those corporate bike companies and she was saying. I can’t wait to start mountain biking more. What a joke!

[@hardtailparty]

So true. The reason I compare this to a specialized or trek is because most people don't realize there's a significant difference in how these ride. Still, with how many salaries and people are involved in a bike design at trek or specialized, they should be a lot better.

[@hardmtnbiker]

@@hardtailparty for the most part Trek Specialized and other Corporate International companies don’t hire people who are passionate,experienced and hands on knowledgeable about bicycles. They hire people that just want a job and many of those people have zero experience with bicycles. It’s sad

[@hardtailparty]

@@hardmtnbikermy experience has been different. Almost all the people I've worked with in those companies ride and they're very passionate. They could double their salary leaving the MTB world for aerospace, but they're passionate about MTB to stay there. That said, David Turner is an exceptional designer and an exceptional human being. He is top-notch and when you compare him to a mechanical engineer straight out of college with limited bike design experience, it's a noticeable gap. I believe that specialized and trek and the other giant companies could design incredible bikes, but I suspect the layers of middle management, bean counters, investors, and all the plagues of a big company hinder the designers and tie their hands a bit.

[@hardmtnbiker]

@@hardtailparty true, my comment wasn’t a blanket statement about all people who work for those big corporations but rather a statement about the ability of those companies to leverage the knowledge of their most experienced employees that are chalking up the most miles riding and hours wrenching their own frames.

[@hardtailparty]

@@hardmtnbiker that's accurate.

[@menemismix]

Bikes like this makes me wanna let go of my Yeti Arc

[@athishmarutharaj6001]

once I can afford a 6000usd bike i would get a hardtail like the Nitrous.

[@arandomJohn]

Nobody puts the Chameleon in the corner! :) Ok, to be serious, I have a Chameleon and a nicely built up LES, and there is a difference.

[@coastalhillbilly3419]

🙏🍀

[@DAMN55117]

I wish I could afford it.

[@reggieringgoldjr68]

🤝🏾🇺🇸💪🏾🫡

[@robertrobertson7782]

I agree with other’s comments about you sounding much healthier Steve🙏🌎💪 We can feel your excitement for this bike and you getting out and reviewing it is your healing as I said before animals and nature heal us. I am conflicted now though, your Maniak or this Nitrous 😂🤷‍♂️ The 29 plus lover in me sings to the Maniak but I need the consultation I see ya over on patreon soon Steve and thank you for another world class subject matter expert explanation of physics/matter coupled with nature =badass human enjoyment 😂😂🤦‍♂️in other words stupid fun thanks again brother we missed ya out there again but will try later possibly get in a ride with ya🌲🌵🪨⚒️🚵‍♀️⛰