State Bicycle Co Black Label V2 - FULL REVIEW

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Black Label V2 - www.statebicycle.co.uk/collec...
LOCATION - Bournemouth Velodrome, UK
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[@statebicycle]

Thanks for publishing the review - great information! To clarify a few small details. The CNC process actually is a process that allows us to cut out a more complex design/pattern out of a single piece of aluminum. This allows the crank to be stronger / lighter. The Black Label crank is higher-end that the "molded" cranks you'd see on other bikes and much lighter as well. Cost incidentally, is higher with the CNC'd machining process. As for the tires, you're correct that 28c should clear and maybe 32c depending on the brand. Saddles are definitely personal preference, hope you can continue to enjoy it, customize it, and make it your own!

[@BruceChastain]

Are the non-cnc cranks cast or would they by forged? And I guess the chainrings would be stamped and then machined?

[@bonesrangel8327]

I love my state I’ve had it for about 3 ish years and it holds up well (which should be the case for only 3 years) and still looks beautiful 🙏❤️

[@bonesrangel8327]

Also pretty cool of them to reach out to one of the OG’s in the community

[@yourbore]

I need a zombie green v2 ;( when will you guys do another run of another green color?

[@splicecentral9079]

You didn't cut sh1t they get cut and made in Chin-uh.

[@davidgrobe829]

Just saw this channel. I'm just happy to see a bike guy that isn't built like a prisoner of war. 💪

[@Chris_STR]

Dude us big dudes ride to lets go!!!!!

[@Bruh-lm4zr]

LMFAOOOO

[@MannequinOngaku]

I’m glad state bicycle commented on the CNC process, it’s actually far better than casted parts, and is the same production process as almost all other high end metal parts.

[@doubleunderfire7964]

Great review. Love the humor and the level of detail. Awesome!

[@dans.adventures]

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[@scubawithatuba]

I'm about to bike 40 miles to my parent's house to go setup my new V2, this exact one. After riding my PureFix for 14 years straight, I'm so excited! Thanks for the review, this helped persuade me buy one.

[@EliteTeammate]

Talking about the seat cracked me up. Hilarious. 😂 Great Video. 👍🏻

[@dans.adventures]

Thanks I have a different channel now which is about travelling the world, lots of drone shots and fun adventures :) check it out... 👉🏼 kzbin.info

[@pksangavaram]

What an amazing video man! Subscribed! Thank you.

[@ZacFelts]

I've been riding an army green V2 since Jan of 2018 and it's been a great bike. That said, you basically nailed the few "issues" that I had with it. The saddle wasn't the right shape for my ass (replaced it with a Fizik Arione), the paint is easy to scratch, and the crank felt kinda cheap. After a little over 5,000 mi (8,000km) the crank ended up exploding as I went to take off from a stop, so I upgraded to a Sram Omnium. The color difference between the gum walls and the Vans grips bothered me, so I swapped the tires out for some all black 25c ones that I had laying around, but I might try to stuff some 28c tires on there later. It'll be close, but I think they'll fit. I'd be surprised if 32s tires would clear, but maybe.

[@ZacFelts]

@@Petmonkey-vg2vx I've got the pics to prove it. Same name on IG

[@kalap287]

Thanks

[@BruceChastain]

It does look hot and that matters, thanks for posting the review

[@dans.adventures]

Thanks I have a different channel now which is about travelling the world, lots of drone shots and fun adventures :) check it out... 👉🏼 kzbin.info

[@andreytrysov]

Hello! How you think what size suits for me if i'm 182cm tall?

[@fairladyz9957]

Once getting higher bars is this bike good for tricks like wheelies and bar spins?

[@JasonBryantGreen]

Got mine yesterday. Here in NYC. Haven’t ridden in a few years and you’re right about those seats. Rode about 6 miles and my arse fell off. Lol

[@Caballeroshot]

Get some cycling shorts, they'll save your ass quite literally!

[@RCGJR_]

I’m 5’9 and the 52cm is perfect for me, leaving this for someone with similar height and can’t decide wether to go with a 55 or 57.

[@doinotentertain3199]

What’s your inseam if you don’t mind me asking

[@RCGJR_]

@@doinotentertain3199 32

[@doinotentertain3199]

@@RCGJR_ how much wiggle room did you have on top of top tube?

[@BruceChastain]

Cool that ya have access to a velodrome, is it just open to use for anyone?

[@dans.adventures]

Bruce Chastain - cycling stuff mostly yeah man public use :) just sucks that it rains

[@wilsDav3]

i agree with you i just got a fix gear bike

[@sethnordell717]

hey man awesome video, one quick question. I'm wanting to get this bike but I also want to be able to barspin with it as well. Do you recommend buying a different stem or some handlebars with a bigger riser on them for more clearance. And if so what would you recommend. thanks!!

[@fairladyz9957]

Did you figured it out I wanna bar spin also

[@coldcrush1]

So I'm guessing there's not enough clearance for gravel bike tires? 🤔

[@spoudaois4535]

Nice review!

[@dans.adventures]

Revolt 20 thanks

[@rockgsxr]

great review, my black label v2 is being dispatched as i type , zombie green with drops. it will be my first fixed wheel bike, hope my knees will be ok ...i'm 53

[@krishnan-resurrection714]

hows it getting on ..?

[@codymundy9851]

great review

[@Caballeroshot]

Loved the review, especially from the perspective of another beefy fellow like myself! Great footage btw, really enjoyed the production. 👍

[@dans.adventures]

Thanks I have a different channel now which is about travelling the world, lots of drone shots and fun adventures :) check it out... 👉🏼 kzbin.info

[@milsom88ify]

Looking at the bikes you said you went for the 55, I'm 5/10 would you recommend the same size

[@graphics_dev5918]

no, one size up for you

[@Jordan-md3uc]

hey man, I am in the market for my first fixed gear. Right now it is between this, state core line or the Masi Uno. Any input or recommendations?

[@Mo-zv5yc]

What did you end up going for?

[@alanhargreaves-thevoiceofr2361]

state bikes are crap ...avoid

[@onelifetolive4]

Do you know if there is any way to modify the black label v2 to bar spin. Man you killed the review you are the reason why i purchased this bike.

[@AlbertHenriques]

16:23

[@richc5638]

I'm 5 ' 9 I'm torn between the 52 and 55. I see you got the 55, how tall are you?

[@daveslyk]

rich c I’m your height and have a 55 State Bicycle. I would definitely go with a 52. When I get a new bike, I’m getting a 52.

[@jennacroteau3203]

Okay so we bought one off a friend and when I ride it the pedals go on their own you can’t stop the bike unless u take feet off pedals and slowly press brakes

[@Anth230]

Lmao...that's normal. It's a fixed gear bike....

[@amsTECHandGAMING]

@@Anth230 lmaooooooooo

[@Rocky-hw9dv]

Will this bike good for a 25km commute?

[@jamesowen418]

If its a flat commute, then yeah.

[@mattmcilvenna9440]

I agree with all you said in the first 2 minutes

[@dsf5362]

Forks how about the seat stay?

[@dans.adventures]

Dan Stevenson what do you mean? The paint?

[@dsf5362]

Yes the paint on the seat stay is all scratched in the close up. Not gonna buff those out

[@dans.adventures]

Dan Stevenson I’ll try, I think the paint has been scratched off mate

[@rickgruffman7132]

Dopey

[@tobiasinness9719]

Where tf you at we need our fixed gear fix?

[@dans.adventures]

haha im over on instagram @dan_locke trying to become a photographer!

[@tobiasinness9719]

@@dans.adventures damn I don’t have one anymore wish you luck sir

[@BryantSupply]

Would only buy for looks, my bike weighs 6kilograms 🤧

[@dans.adventures]

bryant contreras what’s that like?

[@tun6006]

Pretty much you would change almost everything about the bike lol. Im so glad I saw this video. I was on the fence about buying a state bike but I think I need to dodge a bullet.

[@FIXIELATED]

WHY DOES THIS CHANNEL IS NOT UPLOADING ANYMORE 😢

[@jyudat4433]

Good ass vid

[@americantroy77]

Where are you man?

[@dans.adventures]

americantroy77 currently on the Isle of Wight

[@fuglstad_explores]

About CNC. You know that they're more precise than a human and that very well renowned companies like Hope Tech only uses CNC?

[@thomaswilson3925]

How tall are you my Brotha

[@dans.adventures]

5’9

[@erikig]

Gams of steel 😶

[@B_COOPER]

Gotta love how bike nerds take UCI rules seriously to the point your local tarmac velodrome is suddenly gatekeeped. It’s hilarious watching them drop 100 psi after a couple laps

[@dedyabigail2950]

Sheamus

[@jackdanyal4329]

25mm tires faster than 23mm.

[@ratoneJR]

who is this review for?

[@dans.adventures]

ratoneJR State Bicycle Co, they asked me

[@simpson-design]

And for other bigger guys looking for a State bike review from someone in a similar demographic. It' was helpful and much appreciated.

[@giraff614]

Yup, I'm the guy who bought a piece of shit bike and want to upgrade. Fucking Retrospec, already put in parts that I had to fix due to issues, that equal the cost of the bike. Fuck low quality parts.

[@isaacbrooks8096]

Mate the short shorts are not a good look

[@brad5983]

It’s not worth the price

[@honzakrcil7454]

x.xshinigxmi_ X what would you get instead? Except of an aventon ofcourse :)

[@brad5983]

Honza Krčil cinelli or a Constantine or a goku bike or a surly or quella

[@jamesowen418]

It's totally worth the price.

[@brad5983]

james owen u can get better

[@jamesowen418]

Yes I don't doubt that, but it is worth the price

[@bratwurst19]

this bike is trash all aestethic no function

[@MA-ek1xl]

what do you mean

[@bratwurst19]

@@MA-ek1xl had one. Piece of shit. Slow, heavy, no agility. Turns like a tank. Pretty but does absolutely nothing right. Similar geometry, the vigorelli shark is better or a specialized sirrus.