The BEST Bike Review -

lol... New bike day DOESN'T really suck... I suck because I wasn't prepared for it! hahahaha
Here's my new bike!:
Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 70 BC Edition
www.bikes.com/...
SIZE MEDIUM - I'm 5'9" (first thing in the morning before spine shrinkage 😂)
Here's my new wheels!:
NOBL TR 36 with the new Onyx Vesper Hubs
noblwheels.com...
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Follow my Sheynanigans on Instagram:
/ thecrashingdad
***Originally this vid was going to be earlier, and a little bit different format WITHOUT "New Bike Day" being a part of it....
Then I had a computer crash...lost the whole project and a lot of the footage.... ARGHHHHHH...
But here it is now, with NBD!

[@moursymohamed5677]

*Was a perfect mix of value **Latest.Bike** and functionality for my 17 year old. Priced better than Mongoose with same build quality of better.*

[@bkxc]

Well done, dude!! I really like that paint scheme, reminds me of the #2 Rusty Wallace NASCAR way back in the day. I spotted that BKXC jersey in the thumbnail as well, thanks for repping it. Man, I need to do a full bike build from the ground up.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks Brian! 🤘🏼 I've got a thang for gold/copper/bronze 😂 It'd be interesting to see what non sponsored bike you would choose to build 🤔

[@mattdeso1672]

MGD Style!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol... new bike day doesn't really suck! I SUCK...because I wasn't ready for it! hahaha Why do bike reviews suck? - simply because it's YOUR opinion that matters the most... yes... it's good to do some "research" and get a baseline...which is what youtube reviews can be good for, but don't let them be the be-all end-all! *Maybe I'll try to find a way to do "reviews" in a more OBJECTIVE way.... instead of so subjective. But until then.. you just get MY opinions ;) *follow up on the Ride Wrap bubble issue.... I was able to get MOST of the bubbles pushed out with a blowdryer and the squeegee... and the bike looks good. I've already crashed and ripped the ride wrap on a chainstay..BUT it didn't scratch the bike!

[@chumpmtb2554]

You're absolutely right about bike reviews. They can be pretty hilarious, esp when you watch multiple reviews on the same bike. If you were to mash them all together the opinions would be something like.. "Great at climbing, unless you're climbing".. "Super plush, yet harsh".. "The reach is a little short, except for when its a bit long".. and of course, "Its the most poppy, playful, lively, dead, wallowing, progressive, linear, updated, outdated, bike we've tested all year!"

[@TheCrashingDad]

😂🤣😂 oh that would be an AMAZING edit 🤦‍♂️

[@adamdavis354]

I used clear 3M tape on my new bike and it was super easy to put on and is replaceable, which is great, because one could call me the crashing teenager. I also have a friend who stenciled out all of the pieces of the ride wrap so he could just use his own vinyl if he meses up a piece. Too much work! Just ride!

[@TheCrashingDad]

@@adamdavis354 - WHERE did you get the 3m? I couldn't find it at home Depot.... I've already scraped mine up a bit 😬😂🤦‍♂️

[@adamdavis354]

The Crashing Dad sending you an insta DM

[@huntstyle]

Love that first part. It's so true. Hard to find a "bad" bike these days, and everyone has their own personal preferences, so best bet is to get out and ride different bikes and see what you like! Also, I'm going to put in a request to include your daughter in more videos. She is too cute! "You gotta get that one!" ❤

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol 😂 yeah.... Her commentary is the best 😂 *I had a crash and lost the whole original project for "bike reviews suck" .... Had a different concept and feel...it included your water bottle bit 🤦‍♂️😥

[@huntstyle]

@@TheCrashingDad I could've resent that to you! I believe it's still in my Dropbox!

[@iceman228dog]

Is that RoBo crashing dad???!!!!!lol

[@TheCrashingDad]

Back to the Crashing Future 😂

[@Briangnc96]

Great new versatile ride! Just finished building up my 19 Instinct c70 “NC” build 160/140 all Kashima but yet l can only stare at this RideWrap box 😕. I’m also curious of adding a ceramic coating for double paint protection. Those CO and UT trails would be the best if they were just a bit closer to N.C.

[@TheCrashingDad]

😂 NC edition 🤘🏼 that's awesome! I considered getting the regular one, and swapping forks to do that 160/140.... But ultimately, like with any other important decision in life....it came down to color 😂

[@ShutUpandRideMTB]

Dayum, Kyle's getting really fast! Really great video. Cheers! .....slapppa dat bass!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol 😂 Kyle's always been fast... He just hit the bone multiplier button on his collarbone, and he's taking a while to warm back up 🤘🏼 Thanks Matt!

[@BackyardShredder]

Nice video bro. It’s funny how subjective bikes are. I’m a medium in height but have long arms, so most bikes feel too small to me. But reviews get them views. 😂

[@TheCrashingDad]

Hmmm.... Do you feel like you need to ride a large? The RipMo has a nice short seattube with a long reach 🤷‍♂️

[@BackyardShredder]

The Crashing Dad every large I’ve been on feels huge. My diamondback release is good, but the best feeling bike I’ve been on for me is an evil following. Might need to check out the ripmo though

[@GoatRidesBikes]

Mike Levy on Pinkbike is the best reviewer. The guys at Bike Magazine are the worst. Like how can you talk for 12 minutes by only stringing together industry buzz words?

[@TheCrashingDad]

Wow...now that I think about it...you hit the nail on the head 😂

[@crjmoto]

This leaves me wondering, how the #!@(*@($!!!! am I going to buy a new bike in the spring? Do I sell a kidney for alloy or teste for carbon? I think I'm with ya on carbon X0===D

[@TheCrashingDad]

Sell BOTH testes .....

[@DontAskHowIGotIt]

seriously, who Doesn’t bring a nice fresh onion to a demo? good onion get ya outta a bunch of jams

[@TheCrashingDad]

RIGHT!? 😂

[@FatGuyBiking]

So I gotta ask (since ive never been on a carbon bike) can you tell a significant difference between an alloy bike? And congrats on the great looking ride now all you need is the XX1 Gold groupset to make it extra blingtastic lol.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Hmmm... The ride feels different. I definitely notice it. Is an alloy bike "bad" in comparison? No. It's just a different ride feel that I prefer 🤷‍♂️ For now....lol

[@tomchase2954]

I installed the invis kit on my Bronson and had bubbles show up the next day (although not as many as yours) I ended up making little pin holes and squeezing out the water on the bigger ones. A lot of the smaller ones went away on their own. Sweet bike dude!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Nice to hear I'm not alone...and that another brand has the issue... I was able to get most of mine out... But was still annoying as hell 🤣 thanks dude 🤘🏼

[@ChuyR.]

Try Windex next time.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks Jesus! I have a tendency to follow instructions 🤷🏼‍♂️😂

[@ChuyR.]

@@TheCrashingDad yeah i get I get you, tbh i dont know if windex will work either, it does work with vinil decals, window polarizing film and other similar aplications, thats why i think windex might work for this too. anyway, beautiful bike. have a nice weekend.

[@TheCrashingDad]

@@ChuyR. that totally makes sense! you too dude!

[@thim8009]

Sweet ride man, I had a sight and I just traded frames for a 2019 stumpy xl. Love it best bike I ever had. Hope yours is too.

[@TheCrashingDad]

The stumpy has stood the test of time 🤘🏼

[@mtbboy1993]

a Interesting dropper for me is Vecnum Nivo, cus it has adjustable travel, and it's mechanical, and they claim oval shape on internals keeps it from having play. MY e13 was not great, but at least it works. I am not finished updating the review yet, but it will probably be destroyed in some years.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Yeah...that vecnum looks interesting 😶🤘🏼

[@Mr.P.Griffith]

Soapy water works but those bubbles can and do happen. I use a 50 50 mix of alcohol and water to apply vinyl stickers on boats. Maybe next time try experimenting with alcohol.. awesome bike tho. I'm jealous.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks P. 🤷‍♂️ Their instructions say to use some drops of baby shampoo...🤔 But alcohol makes sense.... I've worked out most the bubbles by now...🤦‍♂️

[@bengisquet6049]

Great content! Makes me feel like I’m crashing myself!

[@TheCrashingDad]

🏥🤕 Lol

[@shiheeb7333]

"Emo MTB"? New channel name?

[@TheCrashingDad]

BRILLIANT! Second channel!

[@cammoandy6498]

Nice bike, I replaced my 150 with a one up dropper as well on my altitude , but installed a wolftooth lever. It’s great... I have them on both of my bikes - worth a try if you end up having to replace your existing lever.

[@TheCrashingDad]

I like the wolftooth... I've found that I like the one loam lever loads better... But yeah the one up one just feels cheap 🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️ But I'll take the 180 mm of drop anyday! Regardless of feel...lol

[@_CrankZilla]

Girl pop huh?. 😂 New bike looks dope. Emo bands suck though. Not talking about your childhood band , you guys sound awesome. I had a friend fake bass playing with us on #boylectric for one show, not that he didn't know how to play but he didn't fully learn the songs for the show we played. Miss being in a band, fun times.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol.... No screamo for you? 😂

[@1powerfit]

Hey if you repeat that poppy playful planted intro a couple more times I will probably bust a gut, lol,, great info keep up the good work I have a different ride but I have demoed the rockymountain instinct and I was very much impressed! Thanks for the review I will probably take another look just b/c of your video about being able to adjust the geo for me some ridding does not feel as fun when things are too' longer lower slacker etc etc but of course it is a personal choice,. Can't wait to try Rocky, again. Bravo Brother keep it up!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol 😂 thanks DPower 🤘🏼 The regular 140/140 instinct with the ride 9 flip chips can be amazing 🔥 BUT - that comes back to MY opinion 🤣 Ride the bike that makes YOU the most happy 🤘🏼😎🤘🏼

[@polishguywithhardtospellna8227]

I would argue that without Effetto mariposa 1,2mm thick tape or similar, under carbon downtube, you're not protecting your bike at all. I mean this expensive tape has no cushioning properties, it only protects from scratches. Bigger rock to the frame and the dreaded crack is ready to grow

[@TheCrashingDad]

You're 100% right 🤘🏼 Rocky Mountain and most bike companies out a thick piece of rubber on the downtube where you could possibly get smacked 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@MTBDK]

Taylor, Robyn and Britney are the best:-) I expect you to cry and wear very tight girly jeans in your next video :-/ :-)

[@TheCrashingDad]

I'll have to channel my emo-ness 😂

[@captaintraction4024]

Told you that you would like the instinct bc!

[@TheCrashingDad]

You were RIGHT 🤘🏼😎🤘🏼

[@controller2152]

Congrats on New Bike Day...... I have a Ripmo a week away.... 🤘🤘🤘🤘🚴🏼‍♂️🚴🏼‍♂️🚴🏼‍♂️🚴🏼‍♂️🚴🏼‍♂️

[@TheCrashingDad]

🤤 the RipMo ALWAYS makes me drool just a little bit.. CONGRATS!

[@controller2152]

The Crashing Dad ..... I can’t wait to hit Sedona to ride those trails for the 1st time. 🤘🤘🤘🚴🚴🚴👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🤘

[@akammer1000]

Your bike looks awesome! I just sold my RM Altitude and will be going into the 2020 Instinct BC Edition as well.

[@TheCrashingDad]

I'm LOVING it 🤘🏼 my last Moab/Enchilada vid portrayed the crazy amounts of rollover and Stoke it brought me 🤘🏼😂🤘🏼

[@bike_somm]

Hahah Killer job and choices man! Best of luck with the new Rig!! 🤓🚲💨🤘🏼

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks Somm 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼my bank account HATES me now 😐

[@bike_somm]

The Crashing Dad Hahha you and me both here in the next Day.. Saaaanta Cruzzz is coming to town! 🙌🏻🎅💁🏻‍♂️🚲💨 Shhhhh 🤫

[@TheCrashingDad]

@@bike_somm HOHOHO!

[@bike_somm]

Hahaha!! Big Cheers man 🤙🏼🥂

[@alexasvideos271]

Emo cry now! Hehe kidding

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol 🤘🏼👨‍🎤

[@MTBTrailMagic]

Ok so first off that is a really good song at the end. Second, those hubs 😍. And third, you could look at the wrap this kinda twisted way - it was only $30 an hour for installation. 😄

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol 😂 first, many thanks 👨‍🎤 second...🤫🤫🤫 Third.... Is MY LABOR free!?!? 😂🤣😂

[@TheHeyoo]

Your rear tire is on backwards......bummer...good luck with the Cushcore in there....

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol... Good catch! That's why I ended up getting sealant everywhere.... I mounted the tire backwards 🤦‍♂️ had to pull it off........

[@michaelstevens9434]

New bike excitement!! Did Invisframe kit on my Zerode Taniwha from new, totally worth the effort. Onyx Vespar hubs weren't available for my bike - yet. Way more rocks on your trails than over here in Rotorua, New Zealand.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Yeah, I've already scratched up the frame wrap 😂 need to do a touch up....

[@BikeSleepRepeat]

Haha dude, I couldn’t stop reading the part at the end. Best outro ever! Sick bike!!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol 😂 I'm glad at least someone read all that shiz 🤣 Thanks dude!

[@fromxctoletssee]

WOW man congrats. sexy bike. Hope you have a boat loads of fun. i am gonna see if my new (second hand) bike fits me. its a Specialized Enduro Comp 29. looking forward to the extra travel. 160/155mm

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks dude! 🤘🏼😂🤘🏼 I've only ever hear amazing things about the Enduro 29 👨‍🎤

[@fromxctoletssee]

@@TheCrashingDad im hoping. a complete 180 from an XC bike LOL

[@ToogyHowser]

Nice Bike dude! Love that colour scheme! I'm personally terrified of owning a carbon bike haha... oh dig the music! much better than the bands I was in when I was 15!!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks Toogy! 🤘🏼 I think I AM terrified to own carbon 😂

[@FatGuyBiking]

Just going to throw my 2 cents with the wrap you can also use a sewing needle with a blowdryer an poke a hole a tiny hole in the bubble and heat that area up it should allow the air to get out and (if the wrap is vinyl) "pull" back down to the bike. Thats what I did with my whole bike wrap.

[@TheCrashingDad]

I was able to work most of them out, but I gotta do the needle thing 🤘🏼 thanks!

[@FatGuyBiking]

@@TheCrashingDad Hopefully it works for you I dont know how pliable the stuf you used is but I imagine its just like the Car protection film.

[@quantumcreator8888]

Cool 😎 video .. another mtb great 👍 KZbin channel

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks LOA! 🤘🏼😜🤘🏼

[@mtbyumyum]

Dude, fun video bro!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks dude 🤘🏼

[@djberg3483]

Well, nice bubble work, but really, I dig the young emo shyne(dont know if the spellings even close) band, good stuff man. And man, that hub! I'm sold on the quiet, I dug on the chris kings that were loud back when you recorded that song, now loud rear hubs are just obnoxious.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol 😂🤘🏼 close.. Sheyn...but I don't expect ANYONE to get it right... And thanks! It was a fun learning step in my "music career" 🤣 And yeah.... The silent bike has REALLY made me notice my brakes and chainslap...🤦‍♂️

[@djberg3483]

@@TheCrashingDad give it the tube wrap chainstay treatment, that will quiet her down a bit, maybe me or mr boostmaster can send you a junk one, so you won't feel bad just buying g a tube, then getting harrassed on the podcast.

[@tbenallie]

The Joey podcast made me appreciate 8:57 just that little bit more Haha Very pretty bike! I know it's stupid but the yellow decals on the carbon rims make it pop just that much more! Who says that adults can't like stickers? Lastly, music was fire!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol 😂 yeah... I made a huge mess 🤦‍♂️ JOTW for sure! And I'm going to have to agree with you there.... Half of being fast, is looking fast 😎😂 And thanks! My inner 15 year old emo self is crying....

[@MTBGarage]

While I totally agree that it's hard to find a "bad" bike, you can easily find a bad fitting bike if you just take the brands sizing guide as gospel. What you say about getting on the bike is absolutely true, and its also true that a one day, or heck some are just one hour demos are flawed. Stack height, bar width, saddle position, all stuff you're likely not going to change on a demo can easily ruin the feel of a bike! My ridewrap bubbles almost all went away on their own, just a few I ended up poking a hole in with the tip of a x-acto blade and pressing down. Enjoy the sweet new ride!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Yeah... You put it into words better than I could 🤘🏼 BUUUUT I will say that just going by their Geo charts MIGHT work most of the time as gospel, but I found two bikes in particular that should've been great on paper...but ended up feeling shite.... BUT it could've just been horrible demo setup 😂 only an hour or two on each doesn't deserve "bad" reviews.....

[@MTBGarage]

@@TheCrashingDad I rode my Scout for a month before I was sure it wasn't going to be the right bike for me! and even then, it's still a great bike for most, but we all know most people just shop by color anyway!

[@TheCrashingDad]

@@MTBGarage color is always the deciding factor 🤔😂

[@beardedmtbr]

Dude nice work on this. You and Paul and now Bobo need to put out more podcasts! Love the banter!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol .. my wife was just saying we need Bobo in for more 😂 Thanks dude 🤘🏼

[@seags8975]

Just order a roll of 3M clear for protection in the future, its just as good. Way cheaper, room for error, less frustrating to deal with and can use it on multiple bikes with one roll or add a fresh layer after later to fix a section. Just measure and cut. Also as long as there are no air bubbles you'll be hard pressed to tell the difference until your up close. Also when spraying just the frame (don't need to spray the film), you want to do it from far enough away that mist settles onto the frame. Single squeeze of the trigger while moving your arm across the frame from a couple feet away. That way the water is smooth and consistent so pushing down the wrap is easier and you run into fewer bubbles.

[@TheCrashingDad]

I appreciate it! I just ordered a roll of 3m that someone else linked to me 😂 it'll be good for touch ups.... And I was just following the instructions with the ride wrap. They say to spray the frame and both sides of the section 🤷‍♂️ so.. whatever 🤦‍♂️ sounds like their instructions might be the reason that I had so many bubbles

[@seags8975]

@@TheCrashingDad Haha no worries. Just my experience after wrapping a few bikes.

[@JamesStoup]

Ride wrapped is awesome, but holy crap is it hard to install. I'll pass on doing that myself for now on. But I've heard raw frames don't need it :D. Sick bike, I'm jealous.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks James 🤘🏼 And you only need ride wrap if you crash 😉 you don't need ride wrap...lol And I guess 3m tape is just as good 🤷‍♂️😂

[@JamesStoup]

@@TheCrashingDad Lol someone must not have watched one of my videos in awhile!

[@TheCrashingDad]

@@JamesStoup racing is a different beast 😉

[@PennyPinchingCyclist]

Sweet build man! Love the music too!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Many "thanks you"'s out to to you! 🙏

[@mtbsavant5414]

Yeah but how's the small bump? Lol. Sick build man. Love the hubs!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Small bumps don't even exist 😂 Thanks James 🤘🏼

[@adventuresona700dollarhard5]

I should be in prison for all the music I ripped from Limewire. Fantastic bike check.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol 😂 torrents!!! Thanks dude 🤘🏼

[@JenkinsB]

Truth! Lived on Limewire after Napster monetized! We old...

[@TheCrashingDad]

@@JenkinsB 🧓 srsly...

[@feldybikes]

You forgot “flickable” in your review. Bunnyhop at 6:22 is badass. So is the music. Seriously. Disappointed in your choice of bike, but I’ll get over it. Probably.

[@TheCrashingDad]

It's not flickable at all 😐 Lol... Thanks dude! And that was more of a "punch" from Jeff Lenosky's "never bunny hop again" vid 🤷‍♂️😂🤦‍♂️

[@feldybikes]

The Crashing Dad I had a feeling you’d get more specific. My fault for watching on a phone. Usually I’m the pedantic one in any given conversation.

[@TheCrashingDad]

@@feldybikes lol 😂 I just like to downplay my abilities, so when anyone rides with me in person, their expectations are LOW 😆

[@themiddleagemasher8108]

dude ,,, how are you liking that instinct ?

[@TheCrashingDad]

Freaking LOVING it dooood 🤘🏼😎🤘🏼

[@archietamayo76]

park it under the sun, most bubbles will go away

[@TheCrashingDad]

🌞😎thanks!

[@kathya.vasquez5064]

Hello from Mr. McCarthy student!

[@TheCrashingDad]

We like to call him Matt in our world 👨‍💼💹🕴️

[@joejoemtb8011]

Nice video. I got to rent a RM Altitude in Vancouver last summer. Did Fromme and Seymour on it. It was a blast. My friends rented the Pipeline, and they were pleased with them as well. I just bought a new bike myself. New bike day is always a good day. Cheers!

[@TheCrashingDad]

NOICE 🤘🏼 NBD for both of us! What bike did you get?

[@joejoemtb8011]

@@TheCrashingDad I bought the Santa Cruz Megatower. The bike felt just right for me.

[@TheCrashingDad]

@@joejoemtb8011 🤤🥴 Damn... SLAY!

[@TheMediocreMountainBiker]

Hahaha, great video. I don’t do bike reviews for the same reason, I need to spend a lot of time on one before I can form a honest opinion. Now for bulleted observations: 1. Lol hamburger squeaky toy 🍔 2. Lol #jordansucks (sorry Jordan!) 😘 3. We already knew you love Whitney, feel the heeet with somebody! 🔥🔥 4. Love Christina’s music. 👩🏻‍🦳

[@TheCrashingDad]

Wow... That's gotta be ALL the Easter eggs! 🥚🐣

[@chameleonpogono]

That would be hard to put those frame protection on with all the knocks, crannies and bends. Congrats on the new bike! The Altitude was what I wanted to try from them at Outerbike, but they said they only brought 1 large. So, it was always gone.☹ I think, due to Outerbike, I decided on my new bike.😁 This will be my last bike, so gotta make it count! "Dentist build". That cracked me up. I think you do a good job with this video! May try that Cushcore on my next bike for comfort.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks! 🤘🏼 Which bike do you think you've settled on?

[@chameleonpogono]

@@TheCrashingDad I really liked the Transition Patrol and HD5. Bike shop near me sells both brands, so I will see what kind of a deal I can get.

[@TheCrashingDad]

@@chameleonpogono you were talking about the patrol and the 5 🤔...... You could flip a coin and be happy 🤘🏼😂🤘🏼

[@chameleonpogono]

@@TheCrashingDad Yah, they were both pretty equal to me.

[@mtb_alan]

Congrats on the new Rocky! Slappa! 🤘🏽

[@TheCrashingDad]

Slappa da beass! 👨‍🎤

[@downeastmtb8091]

Living in eastern Maine, finding demo bikes to try is nearly impossible. Rural living has it's drawbacks. Rocky Mountain doesn't even have a dealer in the whole state! :P

[@TheCrashingDad]

😰 sounds like you need a relocation package 😥

[@downeastmtb8091]

@@TheCrashingDad I'm from here and just getting back into riding. There is really good riding/trails here that I didn't even know about before this summer. Lived out in Boulder in the late 90's and loved it. The riding is awesome at both but completely different. The lack of population density really limits our exposure to different bikes. It's not worth it to the small LBS to have demo bikes. That said, I'm buying my first new bike in 25yrs and looking to build trails on my property. Even debating trying to start a YT channel! Lol

[@TheCrashingDad]

@@downeastmtb8091 dude.. with modern bikes, you could pretty much close your eyes and pick a bike and have an AMAZING time on it... Granted...get the right size 😂 ideally choose what travel numbers you want, and wheel size.... But just about any brand is going to rock 🤘🏼

[@RideLabs]

Yea!!! Congrats! I want to go BC.. #jelly

[@TheCrashingDad]

Maybe I should call it the CO or GJ edition 😂

[@UnprofessionalKyle]

Learn to play the bass, it only takes a few minutes 😂😂

[@TheCrashingDad]

It's only one note and one string at a time 😉

[@UnprofessionalKyle]

@@TheCrashingDad some say a really good bassist is only a decent guitarist! 😂😂

[@TheCrashingDad]

@@UnprofessionalKyle lol... Guitarists just play weird basses with extra strings

[@mattgies]

**Les Claypool has entered the chat.**

[@iceman228dog]

With all those air bubbles you bike should be lighter.lol

[@TheCrashingDad]

Custom sparkle bubble job 😂 I should also put helium in my tires....🤔

[@mountainlessmtb9940]

Lol it's hard to get a bad bike these days ! That and no matter what you get you'll learn to ride it and make it your own! Even if it's not industry standards .

[@TheCrashingDad]

100%.... i could probably adapt to just about any bike out there! \,,/

[@mountainlessmtb9940]

@@TheCrashingDad old school riders can lol although I can't own a bike without odi longnecks even my former four wheeler had them lol bmx days long gone

[@reeganfiles2413]

awesome content, glad i found your channel

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks Reegan🤘🏼😂🤘🏼 welcome aboard!

[@Danimal_Mtb]

Congrats on the new bike!! You have also stepped up your video edit game too 🤘😎

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol 😂 thanks on both counts! 👨‍🎤

[@Danimal_Mtb]

The Crashing Dad you’re welcome dude! 🤘🏼😎🎸🎸

[@prestobeen]

Dude. I'm new to the channel. Great video production!! And your band sounded amazing!! Recorded in a basement? Wow.

[@tywitt3351]

Got the same. 2018 Instinct BC C90. Love it every day. Great all around trail bike. Nice color, that bulk and gold looks great

[@x7mtb858]

YEEEEEEEEWWWWW CARBON BABY! :) HAVE A GREAT TIME DUDE

[@TheCrashingDad]

This is going to bankrupt me 🤘🏼😂🤘🏼

[@williamknapp3387]

I'm doing this for you, Mr. McCarthy

[@TheCrashingDad]

Me too.... Gotta love McCarthy 🤷‍♂️

[@KrisYahner]

Congrats on the new bike!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks Kristofer! 🤘🏼😎🤘🏼

[@ciliatus]

great video 🤙totally approve the silent hubs 🤘 would have done the same if I spent big bucks on a new wheel set. but you will get a lot of heat about it. 😎🙈 PS: almost forgot... the bike looks amazing too. 😜

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol thanks 😂 yeah... My bank account is giving me a lot of heat 😬🤦‍♂️

[@robertgouran3812]

I’ve watched your videos forever I swear🗿

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol 😂 extra credit!

[@colefreakindavis]

I saw that the Norco sight 2020 was your second choice. Why do you like the Instinct BC 50 more? Any differences that really stand out to you? I've been trying to choose between those two bikes and the Ripmo AF. Thanks man for the beta in advance! I just ordered the Instinct this morning - stoked.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Hey Cole, stoked on that instinct order! did you go regular instinct? or instinct bc? for ME.... the geometry of the Rocky Mountains just feels really comfortable and familiar... almost like I don't have to think about it or adjust in any way. The Norco felt like that as well... BUT with the BC edition instinct, I personally felt like i wasn't giving up very much on the climbs and regular trail riding vs the regular instinct.... and the little bit of extra travel goes a long way with the BC... AAAAAAAANNNNNNNNDDDDDD... this is going to sound stupid, but for some reason I was just more stoked on the Instinct BC... and sometimes in this day and age of great bikes, just being more stoked on a certain bike can make all the difference in how much you want to ride it..lol Cheers dude!

[@colefreakindavis]

@@TheCrashingDad Dude really appreciate the beta! I went with the BC and feel super validated now lol. So many of my friends have been raving to me about the new Norco Sight and I'm upgrading from a 2018 Norco Range so I was a bit conflicted. Got some shop boys that got me hooked up with a little more than 2k out the door for the BC so I couldn't say no. Even with the crazy recession we're all about to go through.. Stoked I found your channel man, keep up the great reviews!

[@TheCrashingDad]

@@colefreakindavis WHOA... 2k! mind blowing! enjoy the hell out of it! congrats! how hilarious would it be if i suddenly posted a video of me on a brand new Norco Sight ;) lol.... haha (jk)

[@colefreakindavis]

@@TheCrashingDad Lol that would be hilarious but I would definitely enjoy the review! Thanks man, yeah its the Aluminum version for sure. Carbon is sick but money is tight rn. Following you on instagram right now - your almost to 10k!

[@mitchwarren1600]

So you play bass ! I play drums! Just need vocals & guitar! And we’ve got the worlds first mtbinternetband !! Rocks star typically stand with their legs far apart!! Perfect place to locate a bike !! What can Kyle do other than be unprofessional? Vocals? As for manufacture speak bllar!’ Does my head in !!! Personally I’d rather pass every one on the shittest bike ever!! Nice bike tho !! You definitely need a gold suit to go with that !!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol 😂 I ended up becoming a drummer and guitarist as well 🤘🏼 And yeah... There's something really satisfying about wearing jeans/t-shirt on a shit bike, riding better than dentists on their 10k bikes 😂 And maybe yeah...I'll get a gold suit and some matching back-to-the-future shades 😂

[@custer175]

Great vid but you need to ditch those glasses lol

[@TheCrashingDad]

NEVER!!! 😂

[@Hollywood8714]

Gold fish! That’s what I’ve been missing!!! I think I’m going to have to pay someone to protect my bike. Holy smokes. The patients... Hubsa-hubsa! 😁🤦‍♂️ Yeah 2004!! I graduated that year! Man, I need to get on my bike. I’m a lazy bum. Volleyball is done, time to ride!

[@TheCrashingDad]

I would argue that volleyball isn't lazy 😂🤘🏼

[@michaelduran7862]

So where do we find your old bands music?

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol... The sites are all taken down..... Maybe I should put them youtube 🤔

[@themiddleagemasher8108]

Noice dude. Carbon. I went backwards carbon back to aluminum. I’m actually thinking of getting a Transition sentinel aluminum and and a Fox 36 then parts swappping. Whatcha think?

[@TheCrashingDad]

Parts swapping? To do a mullet bike?

[@josemontesino5926]

That was an awesome song man!!! Great video also

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks Jose 👨‍🎤

[@joet0006]

Love the onyx hubs, nothing better than being a stealth bomber on the trail.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Sure makes any brake rub or chain slap stand out 😜

[@razmtb5028]

So stroke on your new bike, the Nice wheel also Good Luck Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Me too! 🤘🏼😂🤘🏼 Stoke is HIGH! Thanks Meister!

[@razmtb5028]

@@TheCrashingDad btw what happened to air bubbles? did u fix it?

[@TheCrashingDad]

@@razmtb5028 - I got MOST of them out after lots of time with the blow dryer and squeegee....🤦‍♂️

[@yegmtb8377]

Nice dude Rocky Mountain would be my.only consideration other than Norco being my first choice, definitely Subbed

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks Yeg🤘🏼 Yeah dude... That Norco Sight that I rode was AMAZING....🤯 WELCOME to the channel🤘🏼😂🤘🏼

[@jjr1314]

I gotta get some of those shades! Very Star Trek 2nd generation. So happy that you got that new ride! Rocky Mountain makes solid bikes for sure! Great video

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks! Amazon: back to the Future cosplay glasses 😂

[@The_Dude_420]

Nice video, did u review the wolf ridge tho? Would be really interesting to know since i wait for my Ridge 9 :D

[@TheCrashingDad]

The Dude - I didn't "review" it .. I rode it for a few laps at the bike park .. My SUBJECTIVE opinion is that it's a great bike! That rear end is like nothing else! It felt so good, I almost felt like it was out performing the fork.... The front end would be rad with something like a Trust linkage fork 😂🤘🏼

[@The_Dude_420]

@@TheCrashingDad Hahaha yeah man, would be futuristic af. What your saying sounds good to me, I hope that maybe the Ridge 9 is a little more balanced since it got the Lyrik RCT3 up front. Its just true what your saying in the video, all the talking about geometry made me so unsure buying a bike. Thx for the answer!

[@TheCrashingDad]

The Dude - ENJOY THE HELL outta that new bike! (when it comes)... lol - the ANTICIPATION!

[@dominocweber9763]

For your frame wrap... Next time you can use a heat gun to get the bubbles out

[@TheCrashingDad]

I should pick one up for the shop.... I used a blow-dryer 🤷🏼‍♂️ over the course of a few weeks the bubbles made their way out. And now the dirt has made its way into the edges 😂😂😂

[@dominocweber9763]

@@TheCrashingDad what a pain in the butt! At least it should be a little easier the 2nd go around. Gotta protect that carbon but yeah heat gun and a good strait edge and it should help it adhere better. Also incase you didnt know use some denatured alcohol on a microfiber towel to clean all surfaces before you install. Amazon has some good heat guns for cheap

[@jaredgulaga8367]

You should have gotten that revel at 2:17. BEST BIKES! Instinct BC is still a killer ride tho bro!

[@TheCrashingDad]

I haven't ridden one yet...I've only heard great things 🤷‍♂️

[@tomprevost2477]

Moshmellows Ah yeah those were the dayz

[@TheCrashingDad]

Pop punk ska 😂🤘🏼

[@jamescurl9943]

Nice video. Do you have any advice on how to wrap the bike in addition to having patience?

[@TheCrashingDad]

Lol.... Some people have said less water, more water/shampoo... 3m instead of the ride wrap.... 🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️ The bubbles were workable and most are gone... Some have said to use a needle to get the rest out... I'm still stumped 😂🤦‍♂️ I bought a roll of 3m on Amazon to do touchups...as I've already "used" the ride wrap in some crashes..lol

[@jamescurl9943]

The Crashing Dad 🤘

[@TrailBikeBebop]

Sick bike Sheyn!! I always pack a red onion 👍

[@TheCrashingDad]

🤮 yellow onion all the way! 😂

[@TrailBikeBebop]

Lol!!

[@sophiaspagnoli5903]

hi! im here from the asu youtube symposium

[@TheCrashingDad]

"symposium" 😂 so grown up..... What up!

[@noahyee2252]

Great video, the scenery was very nice

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks Noah! I love it out here 😍

[@KaleanoPhoto]

First time seeing one of your vids. Great job! Subscribed, liked!

[@tim3978]

Nice video! What size did you go for? I'm right on 6ft and on the edge of large and extra large. A70 looks like a nice build too.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks Tim 🤘🏼 I'm 5'9" and I like the Medium 🤷🏼‍♂️ it's the longest seattube my shortish legs can handle 👍🏼

[@tim3978]

@@TheCrashingDad Oh nice thanks that's good to know! Looks like you're right on the edge of their chart too so makes sense.

[@TheCrashingDad]

@@tim3978 - I think if my legs could handle the longer seat tube (or if the seattube was shorter), I would enjoy the reach of a large..... But I've been liking the "stable" feeling through the gnar.... I think I would give up a little bit of "playfulness" though...🤔 It'd be nice to see more companies follow the Ibis Ripmo seat tube geometry... Their size large seattube is close to the size medium on my bike 🤷🏼‍♂️🤘🏼 cheers!

[@tim3978]

@@TheCrashingDad Yes I think I'd have the same problem with seat tube length if I went XL. Think I might go for the large and put a slightly longer stem on it if I feel it needs it. Thanks for your help!

[@RideWithGravity]

Awesome video! Loved the music and hey, those pedals at 1:24 look familiar!

[@TheCrashingDad]

🥰 I've probably beat the shit outta those....😬 Sorry if you have to service them soon....

[@sheyn7910]

Jealous of your bike.....

[@TheCrashingDad]

No you're not

[@wormway_69]

Awesome video!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks Wormway🤘🏼😂🤘🏼

[@kylemcconnell606]

long chainstays ftw

[@TheCrashingDad]

🤘🏼😂🤘🏼👨‍🎤

[@jarongledhill3026]

McCarthy CIS. Here.

[@TheCrashingDad]

Yeah McCarthy... Get on that extra credit! 😂

[@lilywhite340]

Nice- a CIS student

[@TheCrashingDad]

Nice- NOT a CIS student 🤔

[@azdirtlife4280]

I am way sick of the terminology. I agree that most of the new bikes are really great. It's about personal fit and preference. 👍👍

[@TheCrashingDad]

🤮 so sick...

[@havenoutdoors584]

We had to go out and but a CD in my day! Hahah. Rad bike!

[@TheCrashingDad]

Thanks 🤘🏼😂🤘🏼 And yeah .. we could buy mainstream music, but for underground or independent music we had to dig it up off the internet 😂

[@havenoutdoors584]

@@TheCrashingDad Yah, internet kind of came around when I was about 21. Hahah.

[@allencarrillo9686]

here for the CIS extra credit

[@TheCrashingDad]

BAM! EXTRA CREDIT! 🧙‍♂️🔮

[@aldenwilkins]

Nice shirt... I grabbed the same color. ;)

[@TheCrashingDad]

Which one? Daily MTB? Bkxc? Or NoFrontBrakes? 😂

[@aldenwilkins]

@@TheCrashingDad good point. NFB

[@mtbboy1993]

9:16 thanks for liseting?😄 don't be afraid, I will still be soupscribed.

[@TheCrashingDad]

😂 I might've had a few drinks late into the night on this one...🤦‍♂️