Our Favorite Enduro Bike: Spire vs Range vs Force vs Arrival vs Capra | 2021 Summer Field Test

[@stevem8538]

Thank you Pinkbike for releasing the videos 6 days in a row and not over 3 weeks. Much more enjoyable to binge watch it.

[@sham8723]

Agreed. Binging 👌

[@averymahon3774]

“The transition just works. It really inSPIRES confidence” nice one

[@patryka11]

The best round table ever. Really concrete things. I loved that.

[@leandroiw2942]

Really awesome how you hear and incorporate feedback from the comments. Great comparison with Specialized Enduro and great bike reviews. Can't wait the huck to flat video :)

[@mikes.8305]

All I took from this was I should keep my specialized enduro. And that’s is still a great comparison video.

[@scottmtb122]

I was waiting to hear where the speccy enduro came in, and I'm the same I don't think I'll be selling her to get the norco.....she is such a great bike and suits me perfect for my type of riding, all day etc! Love the honesty I the reviews and the we are one looks sexy as hell

[@brennanbeltrano295]

I love my 2020 senduro!

[@EndoMTB]

I sold my enduro out of necessity, but am seriously considering getting another one when the time is right. Great videos Pinkbike!!

[@milktop1]

I can’t imagine a better all around big bike than the enduro. I love mine

[@jonathanhowson6420]

I have the 2018 Specialized Enduro Ohlins Coil limited edition. The suspension units made this bike and I wont be swapping it unless it brakes, but I would move over to the new enduro if it do.

[@bill8791]

In the years I've watched these tests, in tthe last few years I've come to the conclusion that you can't really buy a bad trail or enduro bike these days.

[@brennanbeltrano295]

Have you heard of the giant reign?

[@klemenlesnjak4306]

@@brennanbeltrano295 Have you ridden the new Giant Reign?

[@nord270]

One can easily buy the wrong one compared to which environment you ride - all are now good going down the hill, but not all are good on the flad terrain or on the climb... So still a lot can go wrong when buying one to your needs - that is my experience.

[@dont_hit_trees]

@@nord270 this

[@ostankovalex1176]

@@brennanbeltrano295 2018+ are pretty good lol

[@bridgermurray2773]

My god comparing this to the "Bible of Bike tests" is night and day. Thank you guys for actually giving substantive, coherent and well articulated reviews

[@zyoungson215]

😂

[@suranko1]

Great reviews and series. Really enjoyed it. Henry brings a certain flavour you can’t buy. Very excited to see him on this channel and future videos.

[@kaseyburlingham2861]

For some reason after listening to all this I think I want the YT the most, It had the fastest time and sounds like it would be the best for hitting jumps and having fun on the trail!

[@masonlangland7836]

I agree as well even though the transition was the one that was the most mentioned I still wanted the YT the most.

[@jackcarpentiermtb4838]

@@masonlangland7836 yeah my yt is sick

[@DilanHamawandy]

get a Capra you won't regret it!

[@masonlangland7836]

​@@jackcarpentiermtb4838 ill have to try one someday

[@masonlangland7836]

@@DilanHamawandy Thanks for the advice ill have to look for a test ride

[@FacuUG88]

Sorry about my English, but I really enjoy this kind of test you do. I wish you can do that kind of test and comparisons in every category more often. Thank you guys for the enjoyable content

[@carpedownhillem]

The best enduro bike is the one that doesnt give headset cracking noise after a couple of days after you bought it.

[@janneshildebrandt1]

My capra has headset cracking and i dont know what to do. I cleaned, greased it and its quiet for about 3 weeks than the cracking starts again. What the fuck is this???

[@tomcolley1374]

Most of the time its the crown-steerer unit (CSU) cracking on the fox 38. hold the bike vertically and drop it from a foot high onto the nose. if it cracks get the CSU warrantied

[@janneshildebrandt1]

@@tomcolley1374 i have a 36 grip 2...

[@carpedownhillem]

@Janky what about dual crown fork with integrated stem? I think its my Boxxer crowns but they are separate parts tightened by 4 bolts so it has to make cracking noise. But they are easy to assemble on the other hand so I dont give a damn anymore about the noise as long as everything works fine.

[@janneshildebrandt1]

@Janky yeah i thought about it too, i cleaned it but nothing changen, buying a New one, will it change the problem?

[@abassi1173]

Great vid! I do feel like the We Are One is more of an All mountain bike, closer in competition to the likes of the Ripmo, Evil Offering, Stumpjumper Evo, etc

[@JamesLG4]

I’d love to see how the Trek Slash and Yeti SB150 fit into this comparison.

[@erinb4919]

Same. I wish they compared a full field of current Enduro

[@Kovacs-sf1hi]

I can’t speak for the slash but as a previous 150 owner I can tell you that it is a capable descender and climbs shockingly well however it breaks easy and the frame is extremely flexy, so if you’re over 200 pounds like me, you’re going to find this bike feeling a bit like a noodle

[@gman6059]

Yes! And a Commencal Meta AM.

[@MrSupermugen]

@@gman6059 100% the Meta would be the slowest by alot. hence why they dont include it in their tests and havnt released a review on it. Enduro-mtb hate the bike , its either too long in wheelbase/reach or too short to pedal it. Having got sucked into buying one, glad i bought a frame so i could sell it ASAP after the first ride. its like trying to get a school bus turned around in a shopping mall.

[@gman6059]

@@MrSupermugen Great to know. I was leaning that way (or the Meta TR). Thanks for sharing.

[@lilfella46]

Would have loved to see a review of the Capra MX as opposed to the 29. More progressive geo on the MX.

[@kotelettschweiss7811]

Henry ist just an essential addition to pinkbike. Love the irony and sarcasm, its really refreshing

[@texwallis]

I'm an XC guy who doesn't understand half this terminology but I love these videos.

[@sunkim8310]

Amazing review! The best one I have ever seen because they left no stone unturned. Well done!!!

[@brennanbeltrano295]

Possibly the best round table yet! Really in depth!

[@hench_wrench_repairs]

Guys you need to bring more mondraker stuff on the channel, sick work tho

[@greggstrydom1172]

Yeah, that'd be great to see!

[@unclewickedmtb2023]

Amazing review and great round table. PB you guys keep upping the game. Well done. Riding footage was great and editing was almost flawless. So happy you decided to stick the WR1 in there also.

[@velofiends8849]

I love how the YT Capra was all but forgotten in this end of field test recap. WTF... highest speck, best times and performance, most reasonable geometry and price.... and I don't even own a YT. Also love the fact that the bike that's too small fits the best and allows the best maneuverability on the bike. Lets keep pushing that long low slack crap, I mean that's exactly what the top EWS riders are on.... right????? NO

[@John-shreds]

They said they needed more time to get used to it. I would rather have a bike that I am more conferrable on than a bike with the best suspension

[@PNWroueleur]

Ordered 2 new Capra’s for me and my son but this review has me second guessing the purchase. Hoping to see another perspective soon…

[@John-shreds]

@@PNWroueleur Don't listen to em. I have a friend that loves his Capra. But if your spending 5k, you mine as well at least demo some other bikes to see if you like it.

[@ShitStefanShoots]

@@PNWroueleur That review is just crap: hey rode the best times on the YT Capra - it's the fastest bike they had in the test - but I guess it's not american enough ...

[@m.muzinski7842]

@@ShitStefanShoots this is it.. it seems as this comparison is more for general biking audience who needs more comfort and inspiration to confidently spend more money on their new “enduro” bike. Where fastest and nimblest bike is set aside as it may be too dangerous.. :D who needs small bumps sensitivity when you look for safe landing after not really good executed drop where you need progressive rear! It is more tiring but also gives you best results!

[@gasmaske1232]

I personally think that the biggest problem of the Capra is that YT is still not understanding that they have a very progressive rear suspension and therefore need to use a linear coil shock to make the rear end feel not so hard.

[@tommycooperfish]

The thing (or the Mk2 did anyway) sends huge drops and jumps though, I personally love how progressive YT's designs are and can live with a bit less off the top suppleness on chattery techy stuff to have a bike that basically never fully bottoms out no matter what you chuck it off. Horses for courses I guess. But I do agree a coil ran slightly firm is still the best course of action for that linkage.

[@wayneraeke4675]

I replaced the dpx2 with dhx2 and made a world of difference!!!

[@robrousseau4478]

Spire has my vote. Such an insane build. Thanks lads and PB for this content! So good! Incredibly insightful.

[@mr.d7429]

I would like to hear you guys taking about Scott Genius or Ransom! 🤘🏾

[@benperd]

Pretty sure that’s a 2020 Specialized Enduro, not 2019

[@honzakrcil7454]

Isnt the geo the same?

[@benperd]

@@honzakrcil7454 not even close

[@boosha93]

surprised that you guys aren't talking about the new Cannondale Jekyll

[@michaelmann3636]

I agree with Henry, Transition all the way.👍

[@DemonicVelocity]

I've been at Last Bikes in Dortmund these days and spotted a frame with a note "Pinbike" there. Looking forward to that one.

[@EvanShowsMTB]

Think the B roll shot of the Capra at 1:21 got screwed up 🤣🤣

[@gavinrides9728]

Yo man that’s the Enduro, not the capra

[@EvanShowsMTB]

@@gavinrides9728 I meant around 1:17. It’s a dh bike with Magura brakes not an enduro or a Capra

[@Gnougatt]

@@EvanShowsMTB Hayes Dominion. Saw the Hayes levers and was skipping through all the reviews trying to figure out which bike came with the Dominions. Super curious to hear what they thought of them.

[@EvanShowsMTB]

@@Gnougatt it must have been b roll from another video that got thrown in there. I don’t think any of the bikes come with Hayes. Super curious about them too

[@karlhess2748]

Congrats Transition and Norco! I'm from the Northwest and love seeing these great companies making amazing bikes.

[@anthonyteichroeb917]

loved the honesty on the spesh.

[@sr_34]

It‘s a 2020 Enduro to be precise but well done guys 👌🏻

[@MrChadLedford]

Exactly

[@Daffy0208]

Great idea comparing from previous years winners to see what progress is actually happening! Always wanted to see that comparison over the years. (Genuinely now me ... after many password changes, 2 factor authentication and many emails between Google and myself ... and I still love Henry, and the rest of the team).

[@KingerUTube]

Would have loved to see the Forbidden Dreadnought in the mix here.

[@sbbeowulf8296]

My top three are the We Are One, the Spire, and the Norco.

[@marteng1328]

so sad the new firebird wasnt onboard this test...

[@januhelj3796]

I am mostly thinking about the GT, I'd prefer the norco but I can't afford it and the GT seems like the next best thing for my riding espetially bc I really really want the high pivot which I tryed once on the forbidden druid and LOVED it and now can't stop thinking about getting one!

[@tygastfield613]

Did you end up getting the GT? If so, what do you think?

[@januhelj3796]

@@tygastfield613 I did, I'm very happy with it actually, there are some issues they pointed out and the shifter cable rattles a bit in the frame (I fixed that by getting axs bc I broke my derailieur), it's brilliant on the steeps and rough stuff, I'd only say I don't like that the suspention gets a bit rough on hard breaking, otherwise the bike is brilliant, it's even quieter (idler) and a better climber than I expected, I did switch to lower rise carbon handlebars bc I bent mine (same crash as the derailieur) and I have to say, it made the bike more enjoyable for me, as well as that I might think about changing the wheelset, for a carbon one just because I preffer the feel of carbon wheels but that's up to prefference, in general the bike is brilliant, handles bike parks more than well enough and a friend of mine who's one of the best Junior riders in Europe (2nd in Maribor was his best placement) even compared it to his DH bike and said how impressed he is with it, sorry for the long rant, hope this helps you

[@tygastfield613]

@@januhelj3796 thank you for the response. As far as the suspension getting stiffer under breaking, this is my biggest concern. Can you expand on this at all? Do you notice it more on steep slower sections or on faster flat out sections? Also, isn’t really noticeable or just a minor thing? Would you happen to live in Washington state?

[@januhelj3796]

@@tygastfield613 well it is noticable, but imo it isn't a bad thing, it forced me to improove my braking skills and learn when and how to break better, but it isn't very noticable anyways, it mostly happens on very rough steep stuff, but it isn't very bad, the only time I'd say I would have wanted to change it is when I was riding a VERY steep and very rocky trail in my area and around the end the suspention heated up so it got slightly uncomfortable but still, nothing too bad imo, deffo a minor thing, I saddly do not live in the United states but Slovenia, in Europe, I would like to add that I put a megneg on the shock because of the riding I do, most of the time I don't need it, but on big hits like the Big daddy in Bike Park Kranjska gora (a clip is on yt, a massive drop in a bikepark in Slovenia, Gabriel Wibmer rode in the bikepark) the megneg saved my life, if you got any other questions, I'd love to answer them

[@tygastfield613]

@@januhelj3796 this is great information. Did you happen to ride other high pivot bikes to be able to compare the brake feel to others?

[@kijaron4320]

How is that Trek Slashcompared to these bikes? I think it would be very interesting to compare it with the other ones. Especially with the Capra🔥

[@andrewleighton472]

I’d of loved to see the new slash thrown in this

[@siebitup]

​Haven't ridden the others but have the '21 Slash. Thing is an absolute weapon downhill and climbs really well. I can't believe how easily it smashes through sections I used to be timid about. Inspires confidence for sure.

[@greggstrydom1172]

Thank you guys for amazing, in-depth reviews that are also fun to watch! Question: do you think perhaps the Arrival would be better pitched against the Sentinel as an all-mountain / hard core trail bike considering spec and geo? And roughly, any thoughts on how you think they'd compare, having tested the Sentinel before?

[@Pienimusta]

Another benefit of direct sale is being able to order online. Transition would be sweet, but there are no shops in hundreds of kilometers selling one.

[@s4-mtb678]

Best round table yet, Id go for the Transitions too.

[@hansonwang2121]

1:15 Is this a mistake in the video?

[@Phonophobia]

I guess it is and was meant to be a place holder that nobody noticed

[@sebastienbeaulieu965]

14:09 also...wtf

[@pinkbike]

Sorry about those! The editing team has been working around the clock on these and this was missed. Hope you've been enjoying the Field Test otherwise!

[@sebastienbeaulieu965]

@@pinkbike loved it! Thought it was maybe clues for the secret bike 😉

[@mtb_alan]

Those trapezoids were YT’s suspension curves. 😆

[@rock-and-dirt]

ok, I noted to keep my 2020 Specialized Enduro.

[@mepa-e3b]

TRANSITION IS WAVING..!!!

[@MiloLife]

How was the Yeti SB150 or Pivot Firebird not in this list? The two bikes PB seems to always pass up on.

[@PepperandCaseysRV]

I have a spire. Nice for bombing hills once you get used to it. Requires a lot of Maintenance to keep it quiet and maintained well. Recovering from broken ribs. The bike makes you want to go faster than your skills lol

[@PepperandCaseysRV]

Some videos on my channel

[@riddlediddle598]

don’t see any vids

[@gettin-sendy]

.. "Privateer 161".. for the win Fit EXT fork and coil shock. Bingo

[@scrutch666]

God thx then that i bought the range not as an enduro bike but as an downhill monster i can paddle up comfortably. For enduro racing its just to heavy. When you transition from steep to flat surface you can feel how long it takes to get it up to speed.

[@desigmate1223]

The YT Capra is the best value and the best allrounder in the test. All the others are compromise in some way. Fact that pinkbike didn´t like it, but it doesn´t mean anything. They are just people, as all the other. Thanks for the reviews anyway.

[@Jay-mm1kw]

nah transition is lol

[@desigmate1223]

@@Jay-mm1kw it’s ok as well. But not everyone is a fun of that head tube angle.

[@marcog1642]

Henry‘s voice sounds like hes doing an ASMR lmao

[@honzakrcil7454]

Its the same thing with ews. Look at Jack or Richey. Both on bikes that are “outdated” or slow yet they win.

[@taxhay00]

I would like to see The Grim Donut as well in the competition

[@freshturns_snowboarding]

Henry this entire time was just playing a game of "tell us you don't like virtual high pivot bikes without actually saying it," ahaha. I'd honestly like to see if any one of these other bikes could make it down Hardline at a competitive time without breaking - THE BUCHANAN TEST!!!

[@bimfred]

YT is cheapest and fastest and POPPIEST. That is what punters want.

[@SARDONICmath]

and has the worst customer service. good luck if you ever need a warranty or crash replacement.

[@BiecherBender]

Would love to see the Kavenz compared to these bikes!

[@endoalley680]

Pivot just came out with a new Firebird. I wonder how that would hold up against these other bikes?

[@cyprian7599]

You already know this video gonna be 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@pympin87]

the norco is a horst link too ... just inverted

[@tinshield]

The WR1 seems more AM than enduro. Long travel trail bike.

[@dillantaylor9872]

Is the Gmbn guy working for pink bike now?

[@tinshield]

Yup

[@mfigueroa1112]

Hi there, you guys make the best review and test videos!!! I was wondering if is possible to make one so the rider doesn't know what brand of bike he is riding on.

[@milesboltax8825]

2019 specialized enduro sales after this 📈📈📈📈

[@peterpizzutelli]

Where would the nukeproof mega fall if compared to these bikes? I feel like the mega comp is a great value at only $3k. Would you recommend the mega for an all around use bike for someone who does a couple easy enduro races per year and who rides mostly tight technical single track and a handful of bike park days per year?

[@kijaron4320]

What happened to Alloy Bikes ?

[@mustclime5311]

should have compared the Transition Sentinel with the weareone....they are both all mountain bikes

[@kijaron4320]

Please rewiew the Propain Tyee I think i could be the best Bike in this Test. 🙏🤝

[@jonathanangieri153]

So which bike had the big failure that you guys alluded to on your podcast??? Did i miss that video or what??

[@pinkbike]

Nope, we will address it in a future video.

[@kaseyburlingham2861]

@@pinkbike Now, I can't order any of these dentist bikes until that video comes out. I mean, how am I supposed to know what bike to spend a quarter of my yearly salary on?

[@suchasreallife]

Should’ve added if they had to make a change on any one of the bikes to make it better * Yt is the only bike I can’t find for sale in my size that doesn’t break the bank.. would a coil rear then the air

[@kijaron4320]

Whats wrong with the YT Capra i mean IT was the fastest?

[@src248]

They were pretty clear that the suspension feels the worst by far

[@m.muzinski7842]

@@src248 not the worst.. least comfortable!

[@gunshipanropace2gunshipand119]

Are Trail Bikes next? Want to see a Commencal any commencal bike would be fine

[@dit4963]

5:03 Independent braking force for Norco Range? What are you talking about? It has an anti-rise between 125% and 30%. That is not "independent" :)

[@Raskladnoy]

What is that "span double a" is Henry talking about at 13:52 - google search didn't help

[@mikeronnie8363]

thanks guys...super good ...

[@downhill5247]

I don't know but first time I feel that the YT has downgrade the bike and it looks very basic though in comparison to these competitor.

[@ethanrevitch]

Come on you guys! You choose the GT and not the Evil Insurgent!

[@mrknuks1]

Radon JAB 🤘 Also SWOOP fi de 29er lovaz

[@ammondemordaunt6823]

Which one is the best for jumps (including the s-works)?

[@vtecmossy]

Will this model yt kappra snap on the chain stays like the old model carbon or alloy made no difference they all broke in same place seen 5 broken in a yr all on the chain stays and same spot yet they won't warranty it 🤔 clearly its a design issue of the frame but getting it warrantied is a nightmare as they won't hear there frame is junk and not fit for purpose

[@deeplato5647]

*QUINNEY* He Ain't *NINNEY* Oh..... HENRY

[@michaelfrymus]

How would the Transition Sentinel compare to the Spire? Would you do enduro racing with the Sentinel?

[@LastAphelion]

From seeing lots of Sent vs Spire videos the takeaway is that the Sent. will have to pick lines a little bit more around chunkier stuff rather than smashing through everything mindlessly like the Spire. People that don't have enough downhill are more happy with the shorter Sent., while everyone else who does have a place to let it shine has said that they felt like there was no trade off with going Spire over the Sent. I've seen the Sent. be called a mini enduro and seen mention of some who race enduro on it, I've been curious myself to see how they set theirs up. I've read about a 170 upforked Sent. (and a Cascade link can add 15mm on the rear to 165mm) that works well though still won't be as plowy as the Spire obviously. After months of research and digging I'm still on the fence myself about picking one or the other lol

[@mateenfatehi866]

I tried the transition and specialized enduro but the 2022 Yt Capra is way more plush and responsive

[@erikjpendleton]

That shot of the transition at 7:00 mins looks slack as shit! Soooo STEEZY!

[@lilblaster22]

Nice one ladies...

[@hoganater487]

What about the new slash?

[@SARDONICmath]

what's up with no Firebird?

[@thechezik]

Forget Transition they don't even know if will be in stock before Summer.

[@teto-cr]

Lapierre Spicy Fit 8.0 🏆

[@dylangallagher6371]

The Henry quinney enduro enjoyrometer

[@SP-ss4uo]

Bring on the Ebikes

[@derekhobbs1102]

When did Henry move from GMBN?

[@savageferria505]

Do a trail bike test

[@Photosbydrew]

Wish the dreadnought was in there! I bet it would of won the race

[@willeaton2592]

Specialized enduro is the best enduro bike ever made and it’s hard to find something that is quite like its

[@keithvo1955]

Hey team, 1:16 what are those brakes?

[@ToshJucker]

I feel like the Ripmo doesn’t get nearly enough love here on PB from mike and mike cycles, now that you’re opening your own shop we should try and change that….

[@scrumpoxjnr]

They can only really feature 4-5 bikes on these multitests and they tend to focus on new designs (new for 2022). There's literally dozens of bikes in this category but lots of them have been the same for a few years and so they won't be featured in the 2022

[@magnuskreuz5653]

Hey guys after my friend crashed my bike it will probably be a total loss and I will have to find a new bike. Actually I wanted to buy the YT Capra Uncaged 9 but you guys didn't really like it and now I'm unsure. With a budget of €3800, what other alternatives would there be? Because the Transition or the Norco are way out of my budget. It would be cool if someone could give me a tip

[@LastAphelion]

The Deore Spire is $3800 (unsure of the price conversion), I've talked to someone who is very happy with theirs. I've struggled myself to find other bikes that provide the same level of value at that price point.

[@magnuskreuz5653]

@@LastAphelion In Germany it coast 4600€ that is to much😭

[@LastAphelion]

That's unfortunate, I hope you can find something good. It's probably the same story with import price but right now SLX Ripmo AF is on sale here for under that price too

[@EpicSwedishFika]

Therefore I pick the Commencal Meta...

[@psimetric8887]

Here only appear the sponsors bikes

[@smin4089]

I can tell how hard they are trying to satisfy all the sponsors/brands

[@Ozzy-ez2de]

Ok review, but I can't believe you guys aren't using any Evil Bikes. You guys are sleeping on them. I tried the 2021 Insurgent mullet and was blown away!

[@piercesmith9128]

Why no canyon strive?

[@siebitup]

Likely bc Canyon hasn't changed anything substantial with the bike in a few years.

[@piercesmith9128]

@@siebitup That makes sense still. I would wonder how it would compete against updated bikes.

[@siebitup]

@@piercesmith9128 Yeah for real, I do wish there was some yearly massive group test where they're all compared.