Transition Spur Dream Build REVEALED

Here it is...my first ever "dream build" using a new Transition Spur frame as the canvas!
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[@MikeesTexas]

I love all the thought you put into this build. So unique!!!! I'm digging the hell out of the silver/purple/yellow.... rock n' roll!!!!

[@Jinedan]

Nice. Put a silver seat clamp on it :)

[@aligferrari]

Congratulations Clint. Happy for you. Enjoy!

[@wd99999]

Love it! that purple is killer 💜

[@BradleyJohnston_Realtor]

Digging it! I just ordered a Öhlins 34 for my build and am looking forward to testing it out. I have also been a fox fanboy.

[@bkranich]

My spur is hands down the best bike I've ever owned. Bought the entry level model when they were super discounted to make way for the UDH models and slowly upgrading it with I9 wheels, AXS drivetrain and other nice bits. It's the only bike I've ever had where I feel it was completely dialed and 100% fits my capabilities and riding style. You can do so much with it. Transition hit a home run with it.

[@ClintGibbs]

Couldn’t have said it better

[@josephjansen-hedrick1337]

How did you do axs without udh

[@Tequila628]

So happy for you! Dream builds are always special!

[@bob1956]

It’s a beauty! Looking forward to your first ride impressions. Congratulations 🎉

[@mellissanash7517]

That is an excellent color and build, stoked for you. My interest is real piqued on trying those Ohlins fork in a 130mm for my trail bike. I have a purple liptick in that shade. Works works my purple chuck taylors.

[@frankstrobel4350]

one test I did with my axs setup. I charged batteries to 100%. then rode til it wouldn't shift anymore. then noted the milage. gives an 'idea' of what your range is. I also took notice when the led turn red. (bring a spare battery).

[@hardmtnbiker]

Beautiful build! I have always wanted to try the Spur frame. Your choice of tires “speaks volumes” on the type of trails you’re riding. I’m sure they climb great and are perfect for endurance racing but personally I would want the regular Rekon 29x2.6 rear and the Teravail Honcho 29.6 front. I would also have gone with Stan Baron CB7 rims. I really love mine, the only carbon rims I know that have a true bead hook lock design so tire seal and hold on the rims secured. Some tire manufacturers are also stating “don’t use on hookless rims” As for tires the only XC tires I use are the Rekon 29x2.6 or Teravail Ehline 2.5.

[@byelick]

Those wheels are fire! I can't wait to hear about the ride. Cool build!

[@MrBig617]

Solid build! That looks like it's going to be fun!

[@tombeck129]

Congratulations, this is a beautiful bike and a very decent weight considering its capability. Enjoy!

[@roadlesstraveledd]

I have a ripley v4 and always wondered about the spur, beautiful bike!

[@BikeRodeo]

Great looking bike! Thanks for the overview!

[@karl1120]

Lovely build! Great video Clint! I like the color and build choices, but dang that’s heavy!

[@TomCollins-c4h]

Awesome, definitely qualifies as a dream build!

[@danmorgan7775]

Heck of a dream build. Modern 'XC' bikes are so capable now that I wonder if my next bike will be similar (since I also don't have the luxury of living in the big mountains).

[@Jvadillo1]

Did you have to use spherical bearings when installing the ohlins fork on the spur?

[@davewallace9048]

You should put on a set of oak brake, levers, and gold would look bad ass!! look them up oak components from Germany

[@TheBrickFactor]

Beautiful bike! I imagine this bike will ride really well in DuPont, NC. How about some of the not so crazy trails in Pisgah? I’ve been thinking about a shorter travel bike like this.

[@ClintGibbs]

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[@RatmadnessMTB]

Excellent bike! A silver seat post clamp and raw aluminum 5 DEV cranks would be a nice finishing touch. Just a thought. Otherwise, an awesome bike and I really enjoy your videos. Thank you.

[@robertvose9991]

Great build. I just finally picked up a very lightly used '23 Spur with a very similar build (except analog GX and Enve bar/stem, but with XO1 170 cranks and same I9 wheels). Coming from very similar Izzo, but this bike seems much quicker up with very little or nothing lost down. Considering going full 1 bike quiver--- century race next month (Lutsen 99er) and then some weekend enduro to follow with riser bar and heavier tires really the only changes. Thoughts on how nuts that is?

[@snat6299]

Beautiful bike, needs silver Olin’s decals on the fork:)

[@mauricequinn8236]

What rise did you go with on your Race Face bar? What are your thoughts on playing with rise height with the actual bar itself and/or stem rise? Advantages/disadvantages of each approach?

[@ClintGibbs]

20 mm rise, 5° upsweep and 8° back sweep. I wouldn’t go much higher than that for cross-country

[@tipntrn]

Great build and review! I recently tried SRAM Eagle Transmission and loved it. What's the brand of the carbon bottle holders on the bike? Thanks!

[@dimimtb]

Great bike/build. Was looking at the geo of the Spur and it's very similar to my '21 Optic I ride, slightly shorter wheelbase and 66 vs 65 HA. I love my Optic but feel it's less XC than mini-enduro which get's overwhelmed on really rough stuff. Great build and love the Ohlin stuff.

[@k2dave1969]

Enjoy the bike Clint

[@fifthcircle1]

I'd love to see what you thought of a Revel Ranger. Really similar use case bike.

[@ashevillescarborough]

She’s a beaut! And yes, a perfect ORAMM bike!

[@curveball9999]

@ Clint again - I understand that with SRAM’s new T-Type AXS Transmission, "Shifting under load is made possible”. Is it correct to assume then that shifting under load is NOT recommended with my current 2021 AXS Eagle XX1 groupset??

[@ClintGibbs]

I always let up on the pedals when I shift. It’s just ingrained in me. I don’t know the specific data on the regular AXS Eagle. I think it’s a good idea to let up slightly when shifting

[@azbikerider49]

Fun video. Have you tried 165 cranks on the Spur? I have last years Spur and love it. But now want the Transmission. Probably going to sell it for the new one. Also your cables look way long? Lastly, I know lots of folks love those noisy freehubs. And it does sound like quality but it’s not for me. I want no noises. 🚴

[@catg9196]

Get matching fork stickers would look nice too 👍

[@SteveLaw-ws1pd]

How would the new Specialized Epic Evo compare to this bike. I seem to recall that you rode it recently?

[@ninjabic]

What water bottle cage do you reccomend?

[@ClintGibbs]

I’m really not too particular but for plastic ones the specialized Zee cages are nice. If you want to go carbon, there’s a lot to choose from and I don’t really have any favorites. Go with a reputable brand like specialized or elite.

[@rlopez9044]

Greats video, beautiful bike 😍I have the Spur in aqua color and I am thinking about buying the stem and headset you used, can you please share the brand and the size ? Thank you

[@ClintGibbs]

Industry Nine ZS44/ZS56

[@curveball9999]

Clint, what brand rotor did you go with and are those 4-piston XT calipers?

[@ClintGibbs]

2 piston. They are Shimano centerlock

[@jackcarter233]

I liked your Niner Sir 9.

[@ClintGibbs]

Man that was a LONG time ago. Nice memory!

[@davewallace9048]

What size frame did you go with and? How tall are you?

[@ClintGibbs]

Medium. 173cm tall. Perfect fit.

[@TomCollins-c4h]

Sorry for being off topic but what tires can make your bike feel more plush and comfortable? Right now I have a Maxxis Minion DHF and Aggressor both 2.5 and EXO 3C MaxxTerra.

[@ClintGibbs]

The plushest tires I’ve ridden are the Specialized Butcher and Purgatory. But they have a fair amount of rolling resistance

[@MikeesTexas]

Use vittoria tire inserts... it will pedal like it has 120mm of travel but have the comfort of 150mm

[@TomCollins-c4h]

@@MikeesTexas Thanks you! I will look into those. Are these the only inserts you tried?

[@TomCollins-c4h]

@@ClintGibbs Ok, thanks Clint! Were those the 2.3's you had on the Stumpjumper?

[@TomCollins-c4h]

I kinda dont want to put Specialized tires on my Giant bike, maybe that's weird, I don't know.

[@kmazzanti]

Hey Clint, is there a way I can ask you more stupid questions about my Garman edge 1030+? Don’t want to be annoying, but I’m stuck on a few things. For example, what happens when I interrupt coach Garmin and just do my own thing or do it out of order because I’m leaving town and I can’t follow the particular weeks Programming? Also if I sign up for coach Garmin to guide me to a race in six months, what is the difference if I plug-in miles versus timed during the questioning part? Does it change my efforts or if you did a side-by-side comparison of miles versus timed, would it be two different workouts? My apologies if you’d rather not answer the stuff here!

[@ClintGibbs]

I actually have not really used Garmin coach yet. Since I’ve taken a break from hard-core racing I have just done some gravel intervals and mountain bike time trials. But it is something that I would like to try this fall just so I can experience it and learn about it. Sorry I don’t have more information For you but hopefully I will one day!

[@kmazzanti]

@@ClintGibbs thank you so much for your time! Truth Be Told, I am not a racer, but I signed up for one to get me off the couch and I’m using “Coach Garmin” thinking it’s smarter than me lol. Anyway, 70 mile cross-country race in April and so far Coach Garmin has me on a plan that’s broken into three sections over the course of the next five months or so. It has me riding 3 to 4 times a week switching between zone two for an hour or an hour and a half at times and then intervals in zone three and then zone four at times. If you find the time to investigate it and find that it’s worthwhile to post it I’ll be looking forward to that! Thanks again for your time and humble attitude!

[@zdravo4]

Interestong bike and video. I am personally using Look X track pedals and they are much better for me in comparison to Shimano M8100

[@Vibemaker68]

Great build! I’m about to build up my own dream Spur in about a week (waiting for the frame to arrive). Mine is an xl which I believe is the same size as yours. Looking at your saddle and handlebar height; may I ask you what you inseam length is?

[@ClintGibbs]

Mine is a medium. Inseam is 31

[@Vibemaker68]

@@ClintGibbsthanx for the quick reply! Now I wonder why I thought your’s was an xl. Probably watched to many KZbin clips about the spur 👍

[@letour32rr]

Again, it’s time you move up to North Georgia (or Southeast Tennessee if you enjoy not having state income tax. Still though, the Spur is still the right bike for most trails in this area.

[@SurlyriderBilly]

She’s a beauty

[@Alexander-productionsDe]

How tall are you and size do you ride?

[@ClintGibbs]

173 cm and I ride a medium

[@marksandoval5361]

A 120/120mm travel XC/Downcountry bike could be the most versatile bike made. With a Gravel wheelset, an XC Wheelset, and a Trail wheelset, it could be the one bike that does it all.

[@nicks8026]

Depends on where you live. Where I ride, it’s all steeps with very little in the way of XC style riding. Lots of square edged rocks and crazy exposure. Trails are mostly decomposed granite with no loam to speak of, so a heavy wheel set is often a better choice. Rekons, like Clint has on this bike, are way too light duty for this kind of riding. In many cases, you’d be best served by an enduro sled. That being said, I went one level up from the Spur and ride a Smuggler. I like that I have the option to increase travel from 130/140 to 140/150 if I want. Haven’t done it yet, though.

[@edlorenz1552]

Put the Schwalbe tires back on. Lighter, faster, and more grip.

[@mtb7018]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥👊👊👊👊👊

[@fpeter01]

The problem with those dreambuilds, if something breaks or has to be changed, it will be expensive. I think there is no need to ride a bike that worths more than 3000.

[@TheBIKEDEALZ]

Heya, What's your height?

[@ClintGibbs]

173cm

[@TheBIKEDEALZ]

@ I’m 176cm and I wonder if the medium would fit or I should opt for large

[@rileyparrish184]

How a bike that expensive still doesn't have full internal cable routing is baffling

[@Paganiproductions84]

Your handlebar is very wide is use 700 mm wide bars on my xc hardtails and i think a one piece carbon bar en stem would be make it every better in xc mode and more aero and better climbing

[@edlorenz1552]

You must be old. 700 mm bars are like riding cantilever brakes.

[@Paganiproductions84]

@@edlorenz1552some mtb pro's ride them they work fine i don't really need wider bars i ride some very tight trails sometimes and also grave sections i am not old@39 of age.

[@ClintGibbs]

It’s 800 but I may trim it down to 780 which is as narrow as I would go on a bike like this.

[@Paganiproductions84]

@@ClintGibbs that wide would not work her in the Netherlands

[@PicsOfBikesLeaningOnStuffIG]

Only thing left is to lean that thing on something!!

[@mfa81]

External routing for the rear brake makes absolutely no sense!

[@ClintGibbs]

Except it’s very easy to work on