Yeti SB140 Demo & Ride Along // Speed = Fun on this Bike !!

[@andyjensen5609]

Great channel Dustin! Your commentary is some of the best on KZbin. I really appreciate how genuine you are. So many of us love thinking about and learning about bikes and bike stuff and you do a great job!

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks Andy! I just love mountain biking and it’s rad that people enjoy my content. I try to be as real as I can and I’m happy people like you see that. Cheers homie! 🍻

[@erictrelz3519]

What a minion. He spent way too much time promoting his credibility. “I don’t care about the numbers”. He does not care because he does not understand hey they are important.

[@MinhNguyen-sr6dn]

I bought a Turquoise 140 LR and it's just so beautiful. It rides amazing too... XX Transmission and RF Next carbon wheels. I had a really hard time deciding between the 160 or the 140, but I'm very happy with my 140. I'm happy that you made this video... it made me feel even better about buying the 140 over the 160, not to take anything away from the 160... I still want that bike so bad! lol

[@dustinbjohnson]

Dude that’s a sweet build you got!! I build a 160 for a buddy a few months ago. Just way too much bike for me and where I live. I feel like I could ride any trail I ever want to ride on the 140 and feel super confident!

[@Wizler71]

I test rode the 140 LR a few weeks ago... it was super capable and FUN! I have the 160 because I enjoy Trestle bike park in the summer. It climbs well for a big bike but the 140 LR is probably a better all-rounder for any trail riding. I'm the opposite of you, now I want a 140 LR for my everyday driver lol!

[@BryanHoefer]

I love my Propain Hugene, it's in the same category as these 140/150 trail bikes. Pedals well, supportive suspension that still soaks up bumps well, not crazy expensive frame sets or full builds.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Those do look like dope bikes. Wish we had some to demo around here

[@jonnyhammerstix1535]

Great honest review. I just ordered a 2024 with carbon wheels

[@clint2627]

Very good video. Love how natural you sound just talking to a camera. Really makes it feel like we’re right there with you. I absolutely do not have that skill 😊

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks Clint ! Always appreciate you man! 🍻 I’m definitely a bit out of shape. So hopefully wasn’t too painful for people to watch 😂

[@erictrelz3519]

Sorry, mission failed. Was painful

[@JJ_MTB_15]

Yeti's never did much for me but everyone I know that owns one loves it. I'll be content on the Offering LS for awhile, does everything great.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Offering is still a killer bike. Especially in xlow. But If I was buying one of the 2 it would be the 140 hands down

[@marksandoval5361]

The Yeti SB140 LR (Lunch Ride) is one of the best Trailbikes made. Here's why. 65* HTA and 77* STA is near perfect all around Trailbike geo; not too long not too short. The 160mm travel Fox 36 with the Grip 2 damper might be the best Trail fork made. The rear suspension pedals efficiently, climbs very well, doesn't wallow, and is very supportive. Put those things together and you get a near perfect Trailbike. If you want to really unleash the SB140, put on some lighter faster-rolling rubber. I ride a Carbon Stumpy Evo Expert with very similar travel, geo and spec. Maybe the rear suspension isn't quite as good as he SB140 but it's close. I recently bought my Stevo 25% off for $4700 on sale and I love it. So much fun. You can get very some good bikes for a lot less money right now. Many bikes are on sale for up to 25% off!

[@dustinbjohnson]

Yah man definitely makes me wonder how the 140 is with a bit faster rolling setup. But such a great bike I agree. I have time on the stumpy evo too. Liked that bike but I think I still prefer the 140. I hear there’s a new stumpy around the corner

[@erictrelz3519]

Correct, numbers mean something.

[@jasonw3287]

Thank you !! Ibis Ripley and Pivot trail 429 are incredible bikes. Prefer those way over the trek.

[@dustinbjohnson]

I’ve pedaled a 429 and Ridley around a bit. They just didn’t speak to me. And don’t think I’ll own a pivot until they go back to standard boost spacing. I don’t think I’ll ever own another superboost bike again. Too much of a pain when you buy and sell you bikes ever year 🍻

[@briangong007]

Nice video. I agree with you regarding its closer to the 150. I have a frame coming tomorrow. I've owned a 130LR and 150.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thanks dude! I’m super jealous! I really want the 140.

[@briangong007]

@@dustinbjohnson get it! They just went on sale 😉

[@kevinmanzo862]

Torn between this and the Ripley. Tip just darts on climbs but OTB on the downhills lol

[@JesseHenry-ps8th]

I think there are a few of us that would still love to hear your thoughts on the Yeti SB120 or SB120LR if you're able to get your hands on one.

[@dustinbjohnson]

I will see what I can do to get my hands on one! 🍻

[@JamesLG4]

I think those 140/120 trail bikes are very underrated, especially the modern iterations. I know it won’t be your cup of tea but I rode a Reeb SST (140/120) at a demo event and really liked it. I think that new SB120LR would be a weapon on the trails I see in your rides there.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Someone else commented about that reeb sst. I’ve never heard of it before. Definitely not my jam looks wise haha. Really hope to try the 120LR soon!

[@JamesLG4]

@@dustinbjohnson Now that you have stopped weighing things you should give it a try, lol.

[@jt_mtb1]

I love my sb150 and sb115 both climb great and super nice for DH

[@dustinbjohnson]

150 is a rad bike! I really liked the one I rode.

[@CG-ho4qo]

Arc and a 140 in my stable and I feel its the perfect combo

[@DongExcellente]

The slx arc is at a shop by me on sale and I think I'm going to buy it as my first bike. Trying to decide against that or a full suspension.

[@dustinbjohnson]

That is the ultimate 2 bike quiver right there!

[@CG-ho4qo]

@@DongExcellente An Arc as a first bike you will be spoiled for life haha I love mine and ride it way more than my full sus

[@tinshield]

My STEVO frame on sale was under $2200 on sale. I’m sure the Yeti pedals a bit better but also no frame storage either. $4500 should have frame storage. Where the STEVO shines is in rough terrain which is what I ride in New England. Smoothest stuff I ride is VT and I ride my regular Stumpy there. It’s quite a bit lighter.

[@dustinbjohnson]

I heard there’s a new stumpy just around the corner. Probably the reason they are on sale. Definitely curious to see the new one.

[@tinshield]

@@dustinbjohnson I think they ordered a lot of bikes during Covid and by the time they arrived no one was buying. 2024’s are already out with new colors and Transmission spec so nothing coming anytime soon.

[@dustinbjohnson]

@@tinshield I’m sure that’s part of it too for sure! I’ve got a good source so I do expect to see a new one very soon 🍻

[@tinshield]

@@pebbleinspector hopefully. Will be cool to see what’s coming. Also heard rumor that Stumpy and Stumpy EVO will possibly be sharing a frame but we will see. LEVO changes probably a clue where the changes may be.

[@Jesse_James_]

Hello! I think you heard that the SB120 Lunch Ride was released, I would like your review when you have the opportunity to take it for a test! 😊

[@dustinbjohnson]

I’ll do my best to get my hands on the LR! My local shop only has the standard 120 at the moment. 🍻

[@tys2877]

your channel is my go to dustin thanks for your reviews is the evil offering still relevant to these new modern geo bikes I just bought one and love it but just wondering your thoughts because it hasn't changed in sometime

[@dustinbjohnson]

Thank you Ty! That means a lot!! Offering is still a killer bike!! Especially in Xlow. It rips. But my biggest complaint was the pedaling efficiency on big days was not as good as the Scor or Yeti

[@MrSSPS123]

Awesome video! I just ordered the SB 140 LR. I got it with the carbon wheels. What tires would you suggest? I couldn’t make out what you were saying at the end of the video.

[@suney20]

Hey Dustin, have you ridden the transition smuggler yet ?

[@dustinbjohnson]

I haven’t ! But it’s on my list !

[@alexbraunstein4944]

Great video. I'm similar dimensions to you and looking at some of the same bikes. What size do you think you would go on Fuel EX? M/L has the reach I want, but the wheelbase is 1233, which seems long..

[@dustinbjohnson]

If I got a fuel ex I’d for sure go M/L I rode the last gen and that size was money

[@no-hope-in-the-pope]

dude what trail is this? I thought i have hit everything in the valley :) But looks like you parked at the boise bike park and went up five mile gulch --> watchman --> 3 bears and back to parking lot? Sorry but it looks like a great ride/loop i need to try. Never done five mile gulch yet.

[@dustinbjohnson]

Yah that’s the loop! 5 mile is a nice climb. I like doing orchard gulch instead if you have an extra 25 ish mins in you

[@ts-rf7er]

How does this compare to the v3 hightower? Also ever pedal rocky mountains? sounds like the RM element maybe what you are looking for, I haven't found the limits of that bike yet

[@dustinbjohnson]

It’s kinda similar to the Hv3 with the longer chainstays now. Still the yeti has a bit more pep in its step up hill. And the new yeti feels a bit more plush on the downs compared to the old 130. Leans much closer to the Hightower now

[@dancingmaryjane]

thanks for the review, thinking of investing in a SB140. what about the LR C2? A lot cheaper , is the TURQ frame worth the extra cost?

[@dustinbjohnson]

I have gone round and round on that question myself. I mean unless you’re counting grams I doubt anyone can really tell a difference. I heard the non Turq frame are a touch stronger. But I can’t confirm nor deny that claim .. 😂

[@marcozambon8705]

What do you think about this M frame 465 reach with 50mm stem instead of a more long reach with shorter stem? At 5’10” i’ve 150/140 trail bike, 475 reach and to get the front grip feeling i like, i need to put a 50mm stem, but resulting in an overall bike that start to feel too long. Maybe should i go back in the 460 range reach?

[@dustinbjohnson]

My scor has a 460 reach and I run a 40mm stem and after riding the 140 with a longer stem I really liked that. Not sure the reach number or stem length I’ll have to check. But at 5’10” I thought the yeti felt dialed as a medium

[@brad265]

Looks like it has a lot of pedal bob on the uphill. No love for ibis?

[@dustinbjohnson]

Honestly I couldn’t feel much Bob at all. Probably just my bad pedaling technique haha. I’m not a huge ibis fan personally. I like evil , scor , and yeti are my top favs

[@nicholashines7686]

I have a v2 Offering like yours but I switched to Ohlins and it made a huge difference. Do you think that 140 pedals and better down hill better than the Offering

[@dustinbjohnson]

Hey bro. Man such a good but tough question. Short answer. I give the nod in pedaling and climbing to the 140. And the nod in descending to offering especially in XLow 😈

[@rickwashburn26]

Have you had a chance to ride the standard SB120?

[@dustinbjohnson]

Trying to line up a 120 demo

[@mellissanash7517]

Have ya looked into that Reeb SST?

[@dustinbjohnson]

I’ve never heard that.. I’ll look it up

[@janeblogs324]

Jeff Lenosky is pedaling them hard these days. Murican made but $$$

[@mellissanash7517]

It's a cool short travel full sus made in Colorado. Worth a demo at the very least. @@dustinbjohnson

[@studiotsunami3446]

you going to sell the scor?

[@dustinbjohnson]

I mean probably not. But everything is always for sale! 😂

[@kerthaaron]

24 Trek Fuel, better price and more adjustments.

[@dustinbjohnson]

I really want to ride that bike

[@MikeesTexas]

Looks like you’re going to have to see what the sb120 LR is all about now too?!?!? Fwiw my ripley is set up super similar to the 120 LR… we may have discussed this before, but have you ridden the latest and greatest ripley’s or ripmos? Im also curious what about the bikes you mentioned have edged out EVIL for you? I agree with you about YETI bikes being sexy…. They really are You know, you brought about a point regarding the yeti bikes being worth 1,000-1,500 more per frame than the rest of the crop… i do feel that switch infinity is a step above the others… and the newer linkage hardware design seems to allow the moving parts to move with more ease… i think yeti is the benchmark here… but if you want a no fuss design with hella low maintenance its going to be hard to beat Ibis….ibis is also killing it in the weight department as well…. Right now i feel is hands down the best bang for the buck and if money is no object go YETI

[@dustinbjohnson]

Yah man I forgot to mention the switch infinity. That’s a great point! I still love evils. They just have such character. But for boise. I think I like the yeti a bit better… maybe? Haha. Ibis has just ever intrigued me from a looks standpoint. But I hear great things. I’ve pedaled a Ripley once. But that’s it.

[@MikeesTexas]

Aaaah i remember now… i do recall your feelings about the looks, i feel the same way,,,, but i love the ride feel so much and other details about the Ibis bikes that make me a fan…. Sidenote: i just put a Fox 36 with a vorsprung kit at 140 on my ripley…. Holy hell!!! The fork is insanely good!!! I feel like i need to put a minus one or 1.5 deg angleset on it now though… the axle to crown on the 36 seems to be throwing of my geo slightly… i struggled in the climbs this morning

[@mtbyumyum]

Dude, the SB140 LR has been on sale for a minute... up to like 25% off.... just sayin ;)

[@dustinbjohnson]

Dude I was just watching your video!! At 25% I’m definitely interested. Torn between the 140LR and 120LR. OR both… 🤣

[@JesseHenry-ps8th]

@@dustinbjohnson PLEASE do a comparison video of the 140LR/140 and 120LR I'm having the same dilemma as which to go with and would love to hear your thoughts!!!!

[@AdventuresWithClair]

I'm totally interested in your thoughts between the LR and standard 140 if you rode both.

[@erictrelz3519]

Dustin B. Johnson? Couldn’t make it past the door analogy. What nonsense. Promoting yourself as a bike reviewer does not make it so. You have a long way to go. There should be standards for people who review products.