I bought Seth's used parts to upgrade my bike.

Seth from ‪@SethsBikeHacks‬ & ‪@BermPeakExpress‬ is the best mountain bike KZbinr in my opinion, and my biggest inspiration. I hope to one day meet him, so I bought parts that used to be on his bike, and they're carbon! So are carbon upgrades worth it?
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[@TrailFeatures]

How I measure chainline: 1. Install parts 2. *(eyeball chainline)* 3. "Eh, I'm sure it's fine." 4. Ignore griding sounds 30% of the time, It works every time.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Haha it was my first time measuring a chainline. I'm usually the same way

[@MilkMan104]

i find that the way your supposed to do things especially in the bike machanic world is so bull shit if u watch a vid on how to do a cup and cone barring hub they will tell u to use thin bearing grease. my ass as been using alex grease with no seals for years and there is no wear. and i've never heard of chain line being measured like that. if it shifts fine then it is fine

[@1911Zoey]

Rip chainring and sprockets. Hahaha

[@330_Crew]

I can't believe that P7 was parted out. Its like desecration of a piece of history. Next step is to vacation and stay in The Ranger Station.

[@fullsend3631]

The dude put the frame on the wall of his bike shed

[@fullsend3631]

Like a trophy

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Oh yeah that's a good idea. Ranger Station trip!

[@330_Crew]

@@EvansMTBSaga If you've only MTB in the SW, then you're going to love how gnarly Pisgah is. Great riding in Brevard, NC.

[@tew3]

@@fullsend3631 so lame

[@kotan2185]

Why one earth was the p7 parted out? That bike was my dream bike. Great bikes needs to be ridden to its fullest.

[@rideallegretto1933]

I bet the guy who bought it wanted to try and make a profit by parting it out😕

[@deepsouthmtb2531]

@@rideallegretto1933 no I know the guy personally. It had some issues and was too small for anyone in his vincinity yo ride. So he replaced a lot of parts on it and is giving it away to a patreon

[@jaywolff16]

I randomly met Seth's grandparents a few weeks ago. They were handing out berm peak stickers in the parking lot at my local trails. I was super stoked and thankful to meet them.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Haha no way! Were they riding or hiking?

[@mamashecrazy7423]

@@EvansMTBSaga They're barely walking ha ha

[@anthonywalters7434]

It’s cool to see someone else chucking their bike into the back of a sedan. I don’t have a rack that my current bike fits on so I have to cram it into the back of a 2013 Toyota Corolla, it’s a tight squeeze even with the seats down

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Heck yeah! Have you tried putting it in the back seat? I had a corolla and always put it in the back seat, never folded the seats or anything

[@anthonywalters7434]

@@EvansMTBSaga yeah… it’s too long to fit even with the front wheel off… when I throw it in the trunk the rear wheel rests against the back of the trunk and the bars rests against the seat. Fits like a glove

[@rifu2301]

I have a 2014 Toyota Agya hatchback, have been chucking almost all kinds of MTB on the rear seat with rear wheel STILL attached. If I let the bar rest on the seat, the fork won't let me close the rear door. The trick I used is to close the door with opened window. Use one hand through the window to lift the fork just to clear the closing rear door. After the rear door is closed, gently rest the lower leg of the fork on the seat and the door. This will "lock the bike into position". It won't move side-to-side or fore-and-aft. Usually I put one of my knee guard over the fork thru axle to avoid scratching the insides of the rear door. I also put tarps over the seat to avoid making a mess of the rear seat with dirts and grime from the bike. Cheers! Another Siskiu user.

[@anthonywalters7434]

@@rifu2301 I’m going to have to give that a shot and see if it works with my GT Force

[@UniquelyMary]

It’s just a matter of time - your videos are the quality of any of the major MTB KZbinrs if not better - especially because you focus on the entry/mid level rider (which most of us are) - you’ll hit 500k before you know it!

[@shrenucutie]

Yes you are true his content is amazing I have watched him since his first video great to see how much he has grown

[@INSIDIOUS1986]

Just know, this guy is the butt of the joke of professional shops and mechanics everywhere.

[@GuysEnjoyYogurt]

Just discovered this channel, you have such great content without the filler. Can't wait to watch all your vids! Those trails look awfully familiar too 😆

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Heck yeah Juan glad you found the videos. The trails are in Goodyear, AZ. Familiar with the area?

[@SlowDelSol]

Who would buy that bike just to part it out lmfao wtf

[@shotzz9248]

exactly what i said

[@eugene44569]

What happened is he wanted many people to own a peice of the bike and he didn't want to keep the whole things since the dude is 6'2 and a small doesn't fit him. So he parted out the whole thing end of story

[@willbennett8799]

It seems like Evan really looks up to Seth. That’s admirable

[@elemon2004]

About the Oneup Carbon bars, correct me if I’m wrong but they have incremental bar roll measurements near the stem clamping surface, which you can change accordingly with your head tube angle. That’s what gives them the “vertical compliance” that Oneup claims and everyone raves about.

[@tomdorazio681]

I switched to carbon bars last spring. It’s my only carbon part and I didn’t do it for weight. I have no idea what they even weigh. I did it after reading about them helping with vibration. They all but eliminated the post ride elbow pain I was having. Maybe it was the placebo effect or maybe it’s true, but I think carbon helps with vibration for sure. Hopefully you notice a difference too.

[@86spud]

Took a two month break from cycling and quit watching bike channels. Your channel has grown a lot. The editing, cuts, and quirkiness is just right. Keep it up sir.

[@The_RC_Dude]

Man, it must be so cool to have something that was used by Seth! I would love to have any one part from any of his bikes, but that's not really feasible! Lol Seth using 800mm bars, and he said he was 5'3"!

[@Bruhmatty]

I'm 5'4 and use 820mm and they feel fine

[@mariechechan592]

@@Bruhmatty where the heck did you get 820 mm bars 😂

[@blueskiestrevor5200]

Some advice from a bike mechanic, don't get in the habit of clamping your bike to the repair stand by the frame of the bike. It doesn't matter on an aluminum bike too much but if you ever deal with carbon the stand can actually crush the frame because carbon is not designed to resist crushing forces.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Where should it be clamped? I appreciate the advice, always looking to learn.

[@wcmybdbdjhj]

@@EvansMTBSaga on the seat post

[@1911Zoey]

@@EvansMTBSaga if your seatpost is also carbon you might need a dummy seatpost made of alu or steel.

[@larryisaak6431]

That’s pretty cool, keep up the good work

[@angusbarrett4396]

‘Is this enough to get noticed by Seth’ dude 😂

[@Louis-nh6st]

You need to check out the bikes from Radon, I dont know any brand that ist such an impressive bang for your buck and I know that its not as well known in the US. And the best thing about it is, that its here from my hometown (Bonn in Germany). For example you can get the ZR. Team 8.0 with an rockshox air fork and an full 1 by 12 sram NX drivetrain. I would love it if you check them out, I personally own two Radon bikes (one Radon skeen 120 10.0 and one Radon zr race 10.0) and I absolutly love them.

[@Louis-nh6st]

@@MD.media01 I know and they are absolutly worth every penny

[@YourOwnAdventure]

This is "The Wiggles" of the MTB KZbin niche.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Haha please explain

[@angusbarrett4396]

Ahahahaha that’s spot on, I find the vibe proper weird but entertaining

[@jonathanizaballer8258]

I think your channel so underrated. Hope it blow up soon

[@jvsabas]

😅 LOL, didn't expect to see the weight weenie episode today. Great job and thanks.

[@youtubeviewer9523]

Bro this channel is growing so fast, great job man!!!

[@halfgeek1394]

I’ve found that 35mm bars are more confident over rough terrain. Most hand comfort for me comes from the grips, not the bar. I remember how spindly wide 31.8mm bars were, and I don’t remember them being any more compliant. It’s all experience and personal preference.

[@winjones8552]

Coming off 31.8 whiskey bars to 35mm one ups the difference is noticeable. I haven’t really noticed the stiffness as much but the compliance from the one up design is noticeable.

[@halfgeek1394]

@@winjones8552 It's definitely based off what you're used to. My new bike came with a 31.8, and though I thought it was a 35 at first it just felt tiny. I was right, it was a 31.8, but then again I even run a 35 flat bar on my XC bike so I'm used to it

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Berm Peak? I thought your idol was KevCentral😜. Sorry man, I just couldn't help myself. We got nothing but love for you🥰. Saga Squad for life💪🤘👍

[@charlesholland6851]

Kevin doing his thing for real though. I hate Walmart bikes but I love his videos.

[@FoCoFlowShow]

For the vast majority of bikes, especially most modern MTBs with 1x drivetrains, there’s no reason to measure chain line spacing. If your bike is boost rear spacing (148mm), order a front chainring with a 3mm offset. If non boost (142mm) order 6mm offset. If super boost or DH rear spacing (157mm), 0mm offset

[@EvansMTBSaga]

I agree! Even with all that crazy math, the saying still goes "if it ain't broke, don't fix it".

[@davidmain8696]

Good discussion. I now know how to determine in I have the wrong offset on my chain ring and if that was why I had trouble hitting my Eagle gear. I'll go check it with my slide rule and get back to you.

[@RomansDowntime]

You could always sell him a bike for his “flip bike” content 🤣

[@caseys_cozy_garage]

you made me choke on my breakfast with this comment lolz

[@eugene44569]

He is on the other side of the county from Seth

[@justsomeone9876]

dude this is just crazy i cant beleive you bought the bars stem cranks it looks a bit more awesome now

[@danielklepoch6589]

I'm probably gonna get a siskiu and upgrade it too when I save up

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Heck yeah Daniel, you won't be disappointed

[@eugene44569]

Snag the 2021 models since they will be gone soon

[@danielklepoch6589]

@@eugene44569 I probably won't be able to save up as much money as I need by then

[@eugene44569]

@@danielklepoch6589 you must be a kid. there is a labor shortage right now and maybe get a starter job somewhere. then save up. if u save up 2 grand by decenber u can buy a sisku

[@danielklepoch6589]

@@eugene44569 yeah, I'm 13 which means in canada I can't get job yet except for babysitting

[@mtb_king2716]

This is why I think Seth needs Q and A videos (livestreams). If you ask in the livestream he’ll tell you when you can and if you can. If he sees you are an mtb KZbinr he might consider it.

[@mathisonnivens731]

That body weight scale trick was very clever. 😉

[@rehmsmeyer]

JUST NOTICE HIM, SETH!!!

[@rony-g]

Here before seth

[@julioaragao]

This is the epitome of the saying "one man's trash is another man's treasure" :D

[@the-pezinator]

Man, it would be amazing to have a part that Seth used on one of his bikes.

[@arachnophilia427]

i've met seth. real chill dude. we used to ride in the same community and at the same parks. surprised i only saw him the once.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Haha that's awesome. KZbin takes up a lot of free time! Like I want to ride this morning but I know I have to build an entire bike instead haha.

[@eugene44569]

I mean I always knew Seth was under 5'7 and I expected somewhere around 5'4 to be his height.

[@David-ju7jq]

I love how you have grown:)

[@aaritbabu3398]

Evan, you should do flipbike episodes like Seth. That way you're making a profit, the channel can survive, and it will be great content because you can go deep into how to rebuild bikes. Idk, just an idea but I would love to see it.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Agreed. I'm kinda doing that with my S-Works right now. The bike is gonna be insane when I'm done with it

[@tickleberry3610]

This Collab will be amazing 🤩🤩🤩

[@christopherwilcox4995]

Hard at work. Keep up the grind man.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Thanks Chris! I worked hard on this one

[@AmogusSusAmongusSussyBakaAmogg]

When you are 13 years old and taller than seth 😂

[@eugene44569]

Eric porters kids who are like 10 years old are taller than him. But Eric porter is 6'3 meaning he is a foot taller than Seth.

[@harrybryson1130]

When you’re 14 and he’s three inches tall than you 😂

[@jordi_mtb]

You ended up meeting him 🎉🎉

[@andrewhill3717]

Bro you make some quality videos for all budgets, I love the rebuilds. These videos are so quality keep it up one day ur gonna be with Seth and ur gonna get there quickly.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Thanks Andrew! I appreciate it

[@motolifealways]

That setup was made for the Great Mountains of North Carolina and terrains. But really, that sucks it didn't feel the way you wanted it, each rider has different preferences and he must like stiffer setup. Much respect from North Carolina.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Haha it's funny, I took them off, but ended up installing them again. Turns out I did like the feel of them, just had to cut them down a little

[@rizqirizaldo]

Tbh I've never watched this channel before and your video quality is top notch for a channel that's considerably smaller than what I usually watch, so it's basically something that's a little bit different *but kinda the same*

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Haha yes man! Thanks for the major compliment!

[@HARA999_]

This is what real fan boiing looks like

[@jakejansen16]

800 mil bars are pretty usual across all sizes, when you get to slacker bikes meant for descending as they are more stable. And 175 mill cranks come stock on most enduros, until you get to longer travel (around 180+) as longer cranks will strike rocks easier.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

I'd love to test out different sizes, but there's no going back once they're cut haha

[@jacob.rausch]

carbon rims 100% make a difference, (kinda in a bad way), doing things like being in a manual or riding with no hands are way harder because when you move the front wheel to balance, because theres less weight jt doesnt let you compensate as well

[@EvansMTBSaga]

interesting. I've been considering carbon wheels!

[@LoganJohnston190]

@@EvansMTBSaga definitely try carbon rims, they are an excellent upgrade IMO. I’m running Santa Cruz reserve 37’s. Bombproof and nimble. The acceleration and handling differences are so worth it.

[@ghammy1201]

Dude what the actual fuck are you talking about

[@jacob.rausch]

@@ghammy1201 exactly what my comment says, theres less weight which means less of a gyroscopical effect

[@LoganJohnston190]

@@ghammy1201 He has literally no idea

[@purplegarage05]

at this point theres not much of a difference in the weight of carbon vs alloy however carbon fiber can be made stiffer or more compliant in diifrent area depending on how you want them to feel

[@bengonzales1182]

Seth's Bike Hacks is awesome but I think Skills With Phil is one of the best too. His video about bunnyhopping was the one that helped me finally figure out how to do it.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Yup! I like how he comments back all the time

[@bengonzales1182]

@@EvansMTBSaga Your channel is awesome too, btw.

[@noviceinvestoruk2955]

I am thinking about making my own P7 with Hope parts to replace my Marin San Quentin 🤔

[@tomshigoka4386]

Really enjoy all your videos Evan! ⚡️

[@tomtew2422]

You should buy one of his bike upgrade builds where he resels something and meet him in person

[@EvansMTBSaga]

I'd love to help out with one of those builds, gotta get in contact first, somehow!

[@LloydZyanRUy]

Now your bike looks like the same, but kinda different!

[@beanhead04]

Love this content keep it up bro, im sure u will meet seth soon

[@Optichin]

Seth is the god of mountainbiking

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Don't deify Seth. There's only one true God.

[@ehh1353]

The 3rd step is to buy a diamondback mtb 🔥

[@EvansMTBSaga]

AHaha the funny thing is a have a Dback hardtail frame that I've been wanting to build up, just costs a lot ya know.

[@ehh1353]

@@EvansMTBSaga yeaah good parts come at a premium and certainly they are really good worth every penny tho

[@ehh1353]

Thats cool but why the p7 parted out :(( but still really cool🔥

[@s14tat]

I am shocked that the polygon isn't boost rear hub spacing.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

It is! 148, but for the chainline, you have to measure from the frame part of the drop out for some reason

[@s14tat]

@@EvansMTBSaga still confused as hell regarding the formula. I would probably pin this comment explaining Incase someone else thinks the frame is non boost.

[@ForEverMTB]

Yeah you will hit 20k like in 6 months o less... Great video bro, have a great day

[@BryceBetts]

Killed the voice over

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Haha it's funny how much the music track adds to it

[@eugene44569]

Did you sell the carbon bars and cranks or what did you do with them

[@_cat5085]

What should step 3 be? Looks at the helmet

[@bobbyhempel1513]

I know he runs pretty wide bars but I'm not sure about what size cranks Seth runs.

[@shaharshapira2209]

its so sad that you have only 12k subs you put so much work into the videos and you make them really interesting

[@fishrideandski4910]

Let me tell ya carbon bars and cranks may not make you faster but sticker sure do🤣

[@sabidaonik5211]

Ur video quality is soo good! I thought you had atleast 500k subs 😮

[@hano1753]

Everyone should tag seth in the comments @Berm Peak @Berm Peak Express

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Go comment Evans MTB Saga on his video that he just released today!

[@markreed2614]

Rent the Ranger Station and do a build in his basement.

[@MazdaMiata-gt8kw]

sweet dude! can’t believe he parted it out tho

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Same! Our gain though!

[@eugene44569]

Sheesh your now neck and neck with wolftick. Possibility you will pass them at the end of the year

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

I've been telling Evan for several months that he would pass us up before the end of the year. Looks like I was right. Next he will pass us up on total lifetime channel views.

[@charlesholland6851]

I don't have 35 mm bars but I went from aluminum bars to race face carbon. First ride I thought they were super stiff! Now I love them and don't plan on going back. Are they better? I don't know but they work. And workiis what counts

[@anttiharing]

Measuring chainline is easy: Super boost=0mm Boost=3mm Non-boost=6mm

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Yeah to calculate it out is way difficult. The rear end is boost and I think 3mm offset is the way to go, not 6mm

[@anttiharing]

@@EvansMTBSaga Exactly!

[@eugene44569]

tied with wolftick. you guys both have 12.6k subs. also when is the next video coming out

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Sunday!

[@sendyboi7028]

I met Seth In Asheville, I totally forgot to tell him about you so you could get the colab, sorry I screwed you over.

[@MTBAlex]

Cool man, are you going to replace the chainring?

[@wyaspence]

I too would love to meet Seth but honestly you'd be just as cool ;)

[@EvansMTBSaga]

I'll be at the Sedona Bike Fest this Saturday!

[@wyaspence]

@@EvansMTBSaga Dang I might have to go for a drive!

[@nickcorbet1818]

Love the vid my old bike was a d7 and now I have a canyon spectral 29er I think anyone in the market for a trail\enduro should get it. It's a bit more expensive, but it's worth it :)

[@OscarRidesBikes]

I used to own a 2021 polygon sisiku d5, it was a great bike until I unfortunately bent the frame in a huge nose case on a jump

[@tcrossau]

Get a crank defender boot over the cheap sram ones. Much more protection

[@daddyshrek2295]

im sure senpai will notice you soon

[@Metal-Possum]

Sram cranks are a huge step backwards from Shimano. Enjoy your seized bolts and prematurely worn out bottom brackets.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Be nice! Doesnt hurt to try stuff.

[@maddaftcunts]

Great vid man 🤘

[@herbertsungahid]

I love Berm Peak videos. Im a new to mountain biking.

[@sportmodel9526]

Is anyone else not going to sleep at night knowing the P7 is no more?

[@EvansMTBSaga]

I'm upset too!

[@kysersose7307]

@2:44 those are Sram XO1 cranks not GX....

[@AZRob.]

I see Saguaro's, this guy has to be a fellow Arizonan, hello there! Great channel!

[@wilmernordman6268]

you have Seth's patreon? it would be easier to contact him from there since he only has about 2k patrons.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

That's a pretty good idea. I might have to infiltrate!

[@wilmernordman6268]

@@EvansMTBSaga doooo iitttttttt! you will also help to fund berm park and you'll get every video a bit earlier.

[@ianthompson9653]

Are you going to Sedona MTB fest?

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Yup I'll be there Saturday only. What about you?

[@ianthompson9653]

@@EvansMTBSaga I wish I was but sadly no 😭

[@arturchizzoni6784]

Step 3: renting Berm Peak Ranger Station

[@send6675]

you get a sub, good content that keeps moving, video felt like 2 min when it was 6. good 👍

[@aghxzm]

So proud of you , use polygon bike thats from my country indonesia

[@craig5909]

You should add an outro to your videos. The way they end right now seems like your battery died for the camera.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Haha I have one now!

[@wilsonwong8176]

Literally just a notice me senpai video

[@PedalHeadz]

Love the vids keep it up dads who love to mtb

[@bowiegill1230]

Buy one of Seth‘s flip bikes

[@charliesrcsandmtb3256]

This is sick

[@manojrai3580]

Didn’t know that millimeter differentiate the riding?

[@EvansMTBSaga]

I've had some people say it doesn't. But I went from 170 to 165 and hated it. I've also gone from 175 to 180 and could feel the difference (BMX)

[@eric9432]

Get rid of the Carbon cranks. Just snapped a new set of X01 cranks and it it was bad enough I have been out of work for 4 weeks all to save a few grams? I love carbon and have 2 carbon bikes so not a hater. But the cranks lasted less then 10 rides and snapped. I have talked to a whole lot of people who have had the same issues. There is just zero reason to run them honestly. Rode at your own risk.

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Haha dude check out my most recent video! I already took them off

[@eric9432]

@@EvansMTBSaga I feel so dumb after just watching it after I commented. Keep up the good work buddy.

[@vesselsfirst8200]

You and Seth literally posted a vid at the same time

[@EvansMTBSaga]

Haha I planned that out!

[@vesselsfirst8200]

@@EvansMTBSaga damn you actually replied

[@benwuchatsch9188]

I like the new style of video