Transition Sentinel Review

[@mikebrewer1346]

Your content just gets better and better. Love the conversational style and actual impressions vs. expectations and offering opinion vs sitting on the fence. Great stuff!

[@bikersedge]

Thanks for the kind words! Glad you liked the video.

[@Jon-nz3dm]

not to mention the best of the best gopro quality along with the great 4k regular camera quality. truly has his settings dialed.

[@bikersedge]

@@Jon-nz3dm Thanks for the kind words.It was a rocky start but I'm starting to figure out how to use a camera.

[@canobeans78]

Really like these reviews, it's cool how it's more casual and riding based instead of just rambling on about numbers and angles

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks. That’s awesome feedback. Glad you like them.

[@CCWclassic]

Always a big fan of your reviews. I've had a Spur and Sentinel on order for over 8 months and should be arriving early June. Even more stoked to get the Sentinel after watching this review!

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks! Between those two bikes you’ve got it covered. Sweet setup.

[@scotsemmens596]

I actually just ordered another one. Sold mine and tried a bunch of other bikes and realized I just love this bike.

[@bikersedge]

I sold mine a while ago and might be following your lead.

[@scotsemmens596]

@@bikersedge It just checks so many boxes for me haven't found better.

[@Jay-gg6nh]

V2 since June 2020, and you absolutely nailed the attributes of this bike. From DV, AF, Crest, Moab this bike can do it all...

[@bikersedge]

Are you as stoked as me on it? So rad.

[@Jay-gg6nh]

@@bikersedge you know it. One bike to rule them all. Carbon hoops just add to the preciseness! Game changer.

[@TheArsenalGoonship]

Another fantastic review. Would love to demo this bike but you know, 2021. Appreciate the nuance of all of your reviews. Really some of the best out there. Great job!

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks for the kind words! Glad you like the videos.

[@vonrunner]

Top quality video, review, and bike. I can't decide between the Sentinel and the Stumpjumper Evo. They seem pretty similar on paper, but finding either one of them in stock is almost impossible haha.

[@bikersedge]

I can say the Sentinel is easily in my top 3 favorite bikes. As soon as they get one, send it!

[@grizzle13]

@@bikersedge what are the other 2 top bikes for you? And.... what trails are you riding here? thanks!

[@jakedalley3176]

Love the look of this bike! What trail is this? I live in utah as well and want to go hit it.

[@bikersedge]

A bunch of stuff in park city

[@ZRMTB]

I love this video. What bag or tool pouch is on your frame?

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks. It’s a Blackburn saddle bag

[@maffin2917]

Transition says on their website that the bike is able to run with 140mm travel aswell. I checked how the Geo changes when you would combine the Frame with a 150mm fork to run a 140/150 setup. In XL you would get: 505.4mm Reach 636.5mm stack 1287.6mm wheelbase -32mm bb-Offset 76.8° STA 64° HTA I think a 140/150mm 29er with this geo would be an awesome bike.

[@usurpedliberty9096]

Been loving my Sentinel since last October. I'm a Transition fan boy though. Good to know Redbull and Moosehouse are running lol thanks for that. Great stuff, love to see you keep doing the youtube thing just sad its not through MooseHouse Media anymore. Either way keep up the good content bro.

[@bikersedge]

Thanks for the kind words! Moosehouse got a divorce when Austin moved to Portland without me.

[@stumac1]

Great review and spot on in my experience !

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks!

[@micheandmikey]

Great video Connor! I ran into the same issue just last week when I went to install my Absolute Black oval 32 on my Ibis Ripmo V2, there was literally only about 0.010" clearance with the chain stay. Disappointing really, so I'm waiting to get a refund for it and decide if I want to drop to a 30. The Ripmo climbs so great I'm undecided. Best part was seeing the condo with no snow LOL. However in 2009 the ski season looked a little bit like summer. Can't wait for the next one, thanks again!

[@bikersedge]

On the Sentinel there's about -2mm of clearance. It hits the frame and wont spin.

[@tomaszmichewicz7867]

@@bikersedge Maybe different offset will work ?

[@TheTazman63]

Great review! Thanks for sharing .

[@bikersedge]

Thanks for watching!

[@joseph-the-seventh]

Sweet review! I was initially thinking of getting a Patrol but have decided it might be too much of a "pig" for a lot of the trails I tend to ride. The Sentinel seems more versatile overall but still capable on nasty stuff. Is this model in the review the carbon frame in the "ti grey" colour?

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks. Yes this is the carbon frame but it’s the original color. Don’t remember what it was called.

[@sha317]

nice review! sounds like my kona process 153

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks! Glad you liked it.

[@rzicc]

planning a trip thorugh SLC, and would love to stop for a day or two and ride. Trail suggestions? Thanks in adavance.

[@bikersedge]

What time of year are you visiting?

[@rzicc]

Fall- early Aug/ September

[@bikersedge]

I’d make sure to hit park city at that time. Lots of good stuff up there.

[@siddhantmishra3598]

Hey , have u tried out the new spire ? Which should I go for ? Sentinel v2 or spire ?

[@bikersedge]

Spire is on its way for testing. Haven’t tried it yet.

[@siddhantmishra3598]

@@bikersedge cool . Will be waiting eagerly . :)

[@drewyager4020]

@@siddhantmishra3598 what’s v2 mean?..

[@crispy2255]

Yesssss thank you for this I’ve been waiting for you guys to review this bike. Oh and one question, this or the ripmo?

[@bikersedge]

It took us a minute to get our hands on one, but I'm glad we did. If you like to climb faster, get a Ripmo. If you like to descend faster, get a Sentinel.

[@TheTazman63]

@@bikersedge Have you riden the Switchblade? Heard that was a good climber too?

[@stevecabrera6718]

As the owner of both id go sentinal i sold my v2 ripmo it feels like an xc bike compare to the sentinal haha and i still beat all the 130mm bjke on the climbs hahah

[@bikersedge]

@@TheTazman63 I haven’t tried the new Switchblade.

[@karip1126]

Would love to see a Scout review as well. I'm considering one of the two, leaning towards the Scout mostly because I've never been on a 29 inch bike. Being as I need a small frame 29ers always seem too big. I need a true do everything bike apart from super aggressive shuttle and bike park days as I have a dedicated DH bike for that. The Scout seems like the better option for an every day bike that can go from aggressive enduro trails to after work XCish laps to all day rides. If you can demo one I'm sure lots of people would be interested as there is a serious lack of coverage on the Scout.

[@bikersedge]

I’ve been trying to get a scout in for review since it launched. It’s a little tricky at the moment. I’d love to try one too.

[@kennychen5527]

Nice Reivew and Brilliant Pics. I wonder what is the name/brand of the storage box under the top tube? Cloud someone please give me a clue?

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks! Glad you liked it. Its a Blackburn Grid MTB seat bag and a Wolf Tooth B-rad accessory strap.

[@kennychen5527]

@@bikersedge Thanks！

[@ssjj9584]

What do you think would make this an Induro bike? Just more and plushy rear travel?

[@bikersedge]

Probably more travel. I mean you could race enduro on it for sure. It just rides more like an all-mountain bike than a traditional enduro race bike.

[@hb7030]

Would this make the best combo for 2nd bike? Already have a Spur. Want something I can shuttle nastier trails than I would want to do on the Spur.

[@bikersedge]

Oh man. A spur/sentinel combo would be insane.

[@hb7030]

@@bikersedge Nice! It is definitely one of my top options. I'm also thinking about getting the Spectral 29er Canyon released. I really want XT (that's what I have on my Spur), but don't want to break the budget too hard.

[@kurtmaier6502]

If you could only have one...Ibis Ripmo, Evil Offering, Yeti SB130LR or Transition Sentinel? Which one do you keep to be your everyday bike?

[@bikersedge]

Tough call. I haven't ridden the Evil so I can't really say. The Sentinel fits my personal riding style very well. That said, I owned an SB130LR for quite a while - loved that thing. Faster uphill than the Sentinel but not as comfortable or controlled on the DH. If I could get my hands on a Ripmo, I'd gladly take one - really fast uphill and super playful on the DH.

[@kurtmaier6502]

@@bikersedgewhat makes the Ripmo or Sentinel MORE comfortable on the DH? Geometry, Suspension or both? Are you on a XL Sentinel?

[@bikersedge]

@@kurtmaier6502 suspension platform and that super slack head tube angle. The bike is so calm even in the rough. I’m 6’2” and ride an XL.

[@kurtmaier6502]

@@bikersedge what size stem do you run? Assuming the Ripmo still beats the Sentinel uphill...a little or a lot? Sounds like your bike of choice may/would be a Ripmo if available? Any preference and difference in agility/handling on tighter trails and switchbacks?

[@MrFazoletka]

Hi. Do you have experience with Marin alpine trail c2? I want to buy a Transition Sentinel and discovered Marin. The geometry is almost the same on paper, the Marin is only 1 cm longer in the front and 1 cm shorter in the rear, to put it simply (the reach is a centimeter longer and the chainstays are a centimeter shorter... And the price of the Marin is unbeatable... Thanks a lot for the answer, Pavel.

[@bikersedge]

No experience with the Marin. It’s not a brand we carry. Geo is only half of the equation. Suspension design is a huge factor too. That’s what makes the sentinel so amazing for me.

[@MrFazoletka]

@@bikersedge I understand, I understand. Thanks for the response... I think it will be Sentinel :)

[@bikersedge]

@@MrFazoletka I can’t vouch for the Marin but I know the sentinel is money. Still in my top 3 favorite bikes ever.

[@geo22003]

Hi there! Nice video, but i have a question... Why No one in reviews has ever drop 1 or 2 spacers from the stem for example, to drop down the height of the handlebar and have more weight over the front? I did that and all the wash out part dissapeared and its very predictable like a 65 degree headtube angle bike. I dont have to change my riding position. Handlebar height, is taller than my Capra 29er was with 170mm fork.... Give this option a shot , and give us an update if you want... Cheers 🤙🍺

[@bikersedge]

I didn't have any issues with the bike washing out. Felt great as is with 15mm of spacers under the stem.

[@lundoftheeast219]

Any interest in a Sentinel vs Smuggler video?

[@bikersedge]

Could probably make that happen. They’re extremely different.

[@lundoftheeast219]

@@bikersedge I'll look forward to it!

[@vonrunner]

Those the Deity Skywire bars? Curious how you like them as I haven't been able to find a solid review on them... Any noticeable dampening or harshness compared to other carbon bars you've tried? (I'm thinking these or the One Ups)

[@bikersedge]

Yes they’re Skywires. They feel pretty standard for a carbon bar. I don’t notice anything amazing about damping, but I also don’t feel a ton of hand fatigue with them either. I’ve had these for almost 3.5 years now and they’ve held up really well.

[@lvirag8401]

so, in the wake of the spire and new patro and the buzz and whatnotl, how would you say the current sentinel compares to the evil the offering or the devinci the troy or the ibis the ripmo or the classic big-ish allrounder, the kona the process the 153?

[@bikersedge]

Out of all of those I’ve only ridden the sentinel and ripmo. They fall in the same category but at opposite ends. Ripmo climbs better and feels more nimble on the DH. Sentinel is on the burlier end of the all-mountain category.

[@reillydumas9434]

What tool pouch is that on the underside of the top tube? I know there are bosses to mount one there just curious which one you've run on this bike or if you've found something better. Cheers

[@bikersedge]

It’s a wolf tooth B Rad bracket with a Blackburn saddle bag.

[@roam4fun853]

Great easy to understand explanation.

[@bikersedge]

Stoked you liked it!

[@harveycasey1900]

I had to choose between the Sentinel or the Megatower. In the end I bought the Megatower. I'm 6ft & the LG Sentinel felt a little too small & very cramped up in the cockpit underneath me compared to the LG Megatower. But I rode the sentinel in XL & it felt a little better but I still went with Santa Cruz in the long run because of the warranty they offer can't be beat. I'm not knocking on the Sentinel because it is still a bad ass bike👍🏿 One thing for sure it's a hell of a lot lighter then my Megatower😅

[@bikersedge]

Both are great bikes.

[@harveycasey1900]

@@bikersedge Word🤟🏿😎

[@DM-hw4cr]

Lifetime warranty on the transition

[@bikersedge]

@@DM-hw4cr Lifetime warranty on both.

[@EverythingisFire]

I'm still making sense of geo. numbers. Can anyone tell me how this compares to the Gen 6 Fuel EX by Trek? The travel's similar.

[@madeiradriftin4429]

its slacker than most enduro bikes and its travel its right on point with enduro! its a really capable bike if can only have one! seems to be a enduro sweetspot beast if you ask me! Ive only ridden a v1 and thats not enduro travel but 150 is

[@bikersedge]

I'd say most enduro race bikes are well over 160mm these days. That said, You could race enduro on the Sentinel. I just wouldn't call it an enduro bike. Doesn't really ride like the others - not a bad thing. Honestly, I'd prefer it to a full-blown enduro race bike.

[@madeiradriftin4429]

@@bikersedge what successful bike is well over 160? Rocky is 160 Nukeproff also 160 and Both GT and Yeti are 150 if im not mistaken. 10mm of travel doesn't make that much of a difference. Nice review anyway!!! PS I think DeVinci is 140!

[@bikersedge]

@@madeiradriftin4429 You're right. With last year being a crapshoot for the EWS it's tough to find a successful enduro bike over 160. I suspect this year will be different though with big 170mm bikes coming out.

[@madeiradriftin4429]

@@bikersedge You may be right! I think the same guys will be wining again and they are on 150 to 160mm bikes. As I said on the EWS courses 10mm is not that relevant but will be nice to see if the 170mm bikes like the Spesh enduro, Nukeproof Giga(if they use it, I dont think they will) and others can do anything on the series. Cheers on the channel. Good work and nice reviews

[@madeiradriftin4429]

@@bikersedge Any difference yet?

[@mckayflake1590]

What's trails are those? John's to redbull?

[@bikersedge]

Presactly.

[@michaelfrymus]

You said it had 150mm travel, but Im seeing that it has 160/150 - the 2022 version, so is this more than what you mentioned?

[@bikersedge]

I only call out rear travel. That’s generally how you refer to how much travel a bike has. Forks can be swapped for different lengths.

[@tomalam9854]

Thanks for solid option:) v1 is fantastic fo ride v2 next beauty for choice.

[@bikersedge]

It looks amazing. They’ve crushed it on the frame design.

[@BryantKHill]

Thanks again for another great review video. Would love to demo this rig

[@bikersedge]

You bet! If you get a chance to throw a leg over one, do it.

[@Dryb1as]

This is beautiful bike. My favourite 😍

[@bikersedge]

Looks so good. It’s the fighter jet of mountain bikes.

[@RyuMoto]

How might you compare this with the Yeti SB150?

[@bikersedge]

Its been so long since I've ridden a 150 I can't really make a fair assessment. From memory, I want to say they're similar.

[@thomasbucher6038]

How does this compare to the norco Sight 29? I feel like they are in the same ballpark.

[@bikersedge]

It's been a long time since I've ridden the Sight. I also rode a L when I tested it. The reach and wheelbase on the XL are huge. I want to say they feel pretty similar though. I think per size the Sentinel will feel a little more manageable/maneuverable.

[@Lyds_rose988]

I have the v2 hightower but want something a bit more aggressive without sacrificing much when peddling, is this the bike for me ??

[@bikersedge]

100% it is.

[@samstabinsky93]

How much travel is your zeb?

[@bikersedge]

160. I kept it the same as the stock fork.

[@immortalduffman]

Can you do a comparison between the sentinel and the switchblade?

[@bikersedge]

We don’t carry pivot at the shop. We won’t be able to make that happen.

[@NDemanuele1]

I wonder how it compares to the Ripmo? They seem pretty close.

[@bikersedge]

That one is in the works currently. Please hold.

[@quancinaa8845]

what song is that?? its so good

[@quancinaa8845]

for the intro

[@bikersedge]

It’s royalty free stock music from Artlist.io

[@shawnshiraz4433]

Is this a trail at the park city resort?

[@bikersedge]

Yes. It's a handful from the area.

[@neizpiez]

How tall are you (test rider) ? Hard to pick between L and XL looking at geo numbers for 6’-6’1

[@bikersedge]

I’m 6’2” and the XL fits great.

[@camfisk9556]

Also 6'2 on XL. I'd recommend L if I were you because the reach is appropriate, and it's pretty slack so has a good long wheelbase to start with meaning you don't need to upsize. But really go with whichever you can get your hands on.

[@DM-hw4cr]

I'm 6 3 on xxl

[@concrerto]

@@DM-hw4cr why? For racing or riding, that’s a long reach. Reason I ask is because I’m like 6’2 1/2” and ordered a XL

[@barrakingbeatz7794]

Would like your thoughts on the commencal bikes

[@bikersedge]

Haven’t ridden them. They’re a direct to consumer brand we don’t have access to at the shop.

[@joshhenriod164]

What trail is that. Also amazing videos

[@bikersedge]

This one is in Park City.

[@joshhenriod164]

@@bikersedge Park City ski resort? Wondering because I live in Utah and want to try that trail/trails

[@bikersedge]

@@joshhenriod164 Yeah. PCMR in the Johns and Sweeneys area.

[@Connor_WK]

How did you mount the bag to the frame?

[@bikersedge]

A wolf tooth b rad mount.

[@natezab5598]

how would this compare to something like the sb 150

[@bikersedge]

The 150 is getting a little older so its geo is closer to what we are seeing with the all-mountain bikes these days. It's been a while since I've ridden a 150, but I'd say these two are pretty similar.

[@EverythingisFire]

Is this Deer Valley?

[@bikersedge]

Park city

[@mengullojushuas.5598]

can a 170 front travel fit in that

[@bikersedge]

Not sure if it would be something Transition would recommend against but I don’t see why it would t work. I’d honestly just get the Spire if you were looking to do that.

[@GallantLee]

how good is the spurcycle bell?!

[@bikersedge]

Best on the game.

[@MidWestMTB]

Is 150mm short travel now?

[@bikersedge]

Shorter than most bikes with a 63.6 degree head tube angle.

[@Sveinn1984]

Man that was some good riding

[@bikersedge]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@camfisk9556]

Owner x 5 months. I think you nailed it with your evaluation. How do you like the Zeb on there vs Lyrik?

[@bikersedge]

I hope you're as stoked as me on it. I don't think the Zeb made a huge difference. It feels really good. Then again, so did the Lyrik. I go into more detail about the Zeb vs Lyrik in the written article - the link is in the description if you want to read it.

[@SoilworkZA01]

What is the intro song?

[@bikersedge]

Royalty-free stock music from the internet. Not sure on the name/band.

[@jaredp19]

Love the vids, any chance you could start throwing in the trail names? Localish and seems like youre always riding cool stuff

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks. I try to not blow the trails up all over the internet so I don’t put them in the description. This was filmed on a whole bunch of trails at PCMR in the johns and sweeneys area.

[@nevermore4633]

thats so weird my 32 tooth oval chainring fit fine.

[@bikersedge]

Might be leas oval than mine? I tried the absolute black. It hit the chainstay.

[@benwigginsbikes]

If only I could find a medium grey sentinel for sale anywhere near Asheville. I would sell my Megatower immediately.

[@bikersedge]

They’re a little tricky to come by at the moment. Secret must be out.

[@drewyager4020]

What’s a DAB??

[@bikersedge]

When you put your foot down. Also a thing the kids do these days.

[@drewyager4020]

@@bikersedge ahhhh. I see. Thanks. Not a clean ride then. Got it. I think I’m leaning towards the Spur. I’m in the PNW and climb more than park and don’t go full send DH

[@brugz6353]

Jeez that camera is better than my eyesight

[@bikersedge]

They’re pretty good these days.

[@thecappy]

Man I want one of these. I was looking at the Spur but 120mm travel is not enough for my fat ass.

[@bikersedge]

Either way you can go wrong!

[@maximilianoquinones8236]

Kinda gives me stumpy Evo vibes just cause of the mid travel ish + very aggressive geo. Idk I've never ridden either so I wouldn't actually know lol

[@bikersedge]

I’d say you’re spot on with the comparison.

[@jinavl]

seems like a shredder

[@bikersedge]

It really is. So fast.

[@Roaming50]

If I had a shot every time you said pig, I would be very drunk indeed!

[@bikersedge]

You’re welcome, lightweight.

[@brettfoster6786]

How much for the pig and don’t make me squeal .

[@lvirag8401]

seems like maybe not the ideal scoot for the new england slow tech stuff. kewl bike tho.

[@bikersedge]

It actually does pretty well in the slow speed too. I rode an old DH track on it the other day. Did really well in the tighter tech.

[@lvirag8401]

@@bikersedge the new patrol is a neat bike, but i think it's gonna sell a bunch of sentinels.

[@lvirag8401]

@@bikersedge and now the new spire is also gonna sell even more sentinels, since the sentinel looks so normal compared to the new beasts. brilliant marketing.

[@MrTrav36]

29ers are for racing and 27.5 are for fun .....................!

[@bikersedge]

I don't race and I almost always ride a 29" I can see the draw to 27.5" though.

[@MrTrav36]

@@bikersedge yeah I don’t race also . I think 29ers just feel a little dead to ride until your at high speed . Maybe more mullet bikes

[@bikersedge]

@@MrTrav36 just go faster....

[@MrTrav36]

@@bikersedge just go racing......

[@bikersedge]

@@MrTrav36 fair enough. Paying extra to ride your bike kinda sucks though.

[@DM-hw4cr]

Great bike but the maxxis tire combo stunk. Draggy and bouncy

[@bimfred]

“Nice marmot”…

[@bikersedge]

I’ve declared war on all marmots.

[@bimfred]

@@bikersedge I hear marmot oil works wonders on road rash and sunburn! ;)

[@Soso64bit]

Nah, its an enduro bike..

[@bikersedge]

Nah. Not really though.

[@mtb4all569]

How does it compare to the Norco sight?

[@bikersedge]

It's been a really long time since I've ridden the Sight. If I recall correctly, they're pretty similar. I remember the Sentinel feeling a bit more lively and fun. Similar capability.

[@mtb4all569]

@@bikersedge thanks I figured they had to be close. Love the content by the way keep up the good work!

[@aaronstariha6841]

What tool mount do you have on the bottom of the top tube?

[@bikersedge]

Wolf tooth b rad bracket