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Down to Ride MTB
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Formerly "RVA MTB". I’m a somewhat experienced mountain biker in Richmond, VA. I love everything about mountain biking. The trails are my happy place. Luckily we have some great trails here from techy riding to fast flow trails that always bring out a smile.
I like to nerd out on the gear too. I do lots of reviews of budget oriented bikes and components. But sometimes you have to spend the big bucks on nice stuff and I cover that too.
Want to send me things to review? Email me at dtrmtb@gmail.com
Buying some MTB parts and want to help support the channel? Click my affiliate links below. Worldwide Cyclery is awesome! Everything ships for free and everything I have ordered has come super fast. Plus they have a great UA-cam channel. Nashbar holds a special place in my heart because it is where I bought my 1st bike. It's a great place to find deals but their selection is somewhat limited. Competitive Cyclist is kind of the opposite with some of the most premium bike brands out there.
I like to nerd out on the gear too. I do lots of reviews of budget oriented bikes and components. But sometimes you have to spend the big bucks on nice stuff and I cover that too.
Want to send me things to review? Email me at dtrmtb@gmail.com
Buying some MTB parts and want to help support the channel? Click my affiliate links below. Worldwide Cyclery is awesome! Everything ships for free and everything I have ordered has come super fast. Plus they have a great UA-cam channel. Nashbar holds a special place in my heart because it is where I bought my 1st bike. It's a great place to find deals but their selection is somewhat limited. Competitive Cyclist is kind of the opposite with some of the most premium bike brands out there.
MicroShift Advent X / Shimano Deore Hybrid - Followup
About a year ago I created the “Deont X” hybrid drivetrain by combining a Shimano Deore derailleur with a Microshift Advent X shifter and cassette. After riding it happily for about 9 months, the Deore derailleur had an unfortunate incident with a stick which bent the cage beyond repair. So, I put the Advent X derailleur back on.
Going back to the Advent X instantly reminded my why I changed it in the first place. The Deore clutch engagement is so much better. But there are a few little things I like more about the Advent X. So let’s take a deep dive into both of them in this follow up video.
Links to the products in this video at Performance Bicycle. These are affiliate links so I’ll get a little kickback and you won’t pay a penny more:
Shimano Deore 11 speed derailleur:
www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dbc1b0c8-d7e0-456d-84ec-281d3a696709&website_id=bbf2b8c9-d31e-4ca4-840f-26c7d3fdda24&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.performancebike.com%2Fshimano-deore-rdm5100-rear-derailleur-black-11-speed-long-cage-sgs-irdm5100sgs%2Fp1279154%3Fv%3D1218345
MicroShift Advent X cassette:
www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dbc1b0c8-d7e0-456d-84ec-281d3a696709&website_id=bbf2b8c9-d31e-4ca4-840f-26c7d3fdda24&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.performancebike.com%2Fmicroshift-advent-x-cassette-black-10-speed-1148t-cs-g104-11-48%2Fp1447175%3Fv%3D1208773
MicroShift Advent X shifter:
www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dbc1b0c8-d7e0-456d-84ec-281d3a696709&website_id=bbf2b8c9-d31e-4ca4-840f-26c7d3fdda24&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.performancebike.com%2Fmicroshift-advent-x-trail-pro-trigger-shifter-black-right-10-speed-sl-m9605-r%2Fp1416863%3Fv%3D1208775
KMC 11 speed chain:
www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dbc1b0c8-d7e0-456d-84ec-281d3a696709&website_id=bbf2b8c9-d31e-4ca4-840f-26c7d3fdda24&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.performancebike.com%2Fkmc-x11-chain-silver-11-speed-116-links-x11.93-118l%2Fp604798
Going back to the Advent X instantly reminded my why I changed it in the first place. The Deore clutch engagement is so much better. But there are a few little things I like more about the Advent X. So let’s take a deep dive into both of them in this follow up video.
Links to the products in this video at Performance Bicycle. These are affiliate links so I’ll get a little kickback and you won’t pay a penny more:
Shimano Deore 11 speed derailleur:
www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dbc1b0c8-d7e0-456d-84ec-281d3a696709&website_id=bbf2b8c9-d31e-4ca4-840f-26c7d3fdda24&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.performancebike.com%2Fshimano-deore-rdm5100-rear-derailleur-black-11-speed-long-cage-sgs-irdm5100sgs%2Fp1279154%3Fv%3D1218345
MicroShift Advent X cassette:
www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dbc1b0c8-d7e0-456d-84ec-281d3a696709&website_id=bbf2b8c9-d31e-4ca4-840f-26c7d3fdda24&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.performancebike.com%2Fmicroshift-advent-x-cassette-black-10-speed-1148t-cs-g104-11-48%2Fp1447175%3Fv%3D1208773
MicroShift Advent X shifter:
www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dbc1b0c8-d7e0-456d-84ec-281d3a696709&website_id=bbf2b8c9-d31e-4ca4-840f-26c7d3fdda24&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.performancebike.com%2Fmicroshift-advent-x-trail-pro-trigger-shifter-black-right-10-speed-sl-m9605-r%2Fp1416863%3Fv%3D1208775
KMC 11 speed chain:
www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dbc1b0c8-d7e0-456d-84ec-281d3a696709&website_id=bbf2b8c9-d31e-4ca4-840f-26c7d3fdda24&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.performancebike.com%2Fkmc-x11-chain-silver-11-speed-116-links-x11.93-118l%2Fp604798
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Thanks mate run Advent on two bikes and like it.Building up a new Bike and installing Advent X system this time atound.
Check my follow-up videos on this, Advent X and Deore hybrid. Still running that currently and like it a lot
who has these forks can you please confirm, if you hold front brake and try to move back and forth do you feel on right side something like plastic moving and making a bit of a knocking noise?
That helped me out a lot in making my decision. Thanks!
Great to hear it!
My GF's bike came with Rekon front and rear. The rear is worn and I told her to put the old front onto the back and get a new grippier front tyre. She is reluctant to get a chunkier tyre because she liked the Rekons so she is gonna try the Agarro on the front. Hopefully it's the right choice!
Go Maxxis Forekaster up front!
How big are your tires? The Raidon says max tire size 58 mm but my tires are 29x2.35.
Mine were 2.25 but I’m pretty sure a 2.4 would have fit just fine. My rims were too narrow it run 2.4s though so I never tried.
Yep 3 min. Good. I'm thinking of one or 2 Victoria mazza
2.4 rear and 2.6 front would be a good combo for more grip
Give the new mostro a look as well. I have reviewed them on my channel
@KlintonSilvey that’s a heavy beast of a tire!
Modern Motor Oil will not ruin any kind of rubber or plastic seals because Modern Motors have plastic and rubber.
im planning to do a service to my recon, which hasnt been serviced in 3 years. it has 1000+ hours on it and never has been opened... so im rewatching this video again and again trying to know how to service the lower legs just so i can do it for the first time myself. Many thanks for helping:)
Always intimidating the first time. Go slowly, don’t rush, and you’ll be fine. You don’t have to actually open up the air spring like I did. Probably a good idea to get the service kit and replace your dust wipers, foam rings and crush washers though.
Hello friend, do you think it is possible to use the Raidon bottles in an Epixon? of course both 32mm
Wish I could help but I really have no idea
Great video and appreciate the insights on these technologies. Did you end up getting a Sword derailer to compare to the Advent X ver. 2 derailer for this configuration? I'm interested to see how these options stack up against each other for mountain biking and what you recommend.
I did not get the Sword derailleur. Got a new Deore 11s derailleur for cheap from Ali Express instead. So while I can’t say how good Sword is, I can say that I’m really happy with Deore. Hope that helps.
I'm going to try one on the back.. i dont push the turns too hard..and although my aggressor that's on there now is wearing well i dont like the uphill traction ( also not the best braking) if at all loose or wet spots .. hoping this one does better climbing. Previously was running a high roller 2 out back but kinda draggy just felt like trying faster tires.
You might like the updated Forekaster then. I’m currently running them front and rear and I like them a lot. I think the transition knobs help with partially leaned turns compared to the Dissector that doesn’t have them.
@@downtoridemtb yeah i can see your point. i dont think it would brake in the rear enough for me or climb loose over hard trails we have as well as dissector. i'll try it and find out.. but all reviews i have seen have indicated it's a good choice for how i'm inending to use it.
I'm your father Luke....
lol pretty much!
What is the clutch for and how does it work ?...don't matter you said at the end
Basically added tension in the derailleur to keep the chain more secure
Theres a secret that not many people know about. The acolyte rear derailleur does not have the freeplay that the advent and the advent x. Acolyte will work with advent and advent x shifters.
That’s cool, I might have to try that on another bike!
Hey I just bought a specialized expert fuse 6fattie 2016 and it is a size L. It’s supposed to come with a 120mm of travel, but it only uses 100mm of travel while it does have the 120mm of space. Anyone know if this is also caused by spacers or if there is a other way to fix this?
That either means too much air pressure in the fork or you’re simply not taking hard enough impacts to use the full amount of travel. Or possibly it needs a general lower leg service to get everything running smoothly again.
5w and 5wt are two different things
Important: the 29er Judy with a quick release axle is not approved by RockShox to go above 100mm travel. Check out the official RockShox service manual for more details. I have reduced mine back to 100mm.
Thanks for the video! Dealing with this with my son’s bike. Do you think I can get away with his existing 10 speed chain and swapping to the 11 speed derailleur or do I need the 11 speed chain? Thanks
Good question. I’m really not sure but I’ve been running an 11 speed chain for years on the full Advent X and I think it interfaces with the cassette better. So the 10 speed chain would probably work but I think an 11 speed would work better.
Is it a Silver or Gold? And is it 29" or 27,5"? From the Sram Manual it shouldnt go to 120mm just the Boost is supposed to
Pretty sure this one is a Silver. Whatever manual I was looking at showed it going up to 120mm. I think it’s a 2021 model year fork.
16,56 kg
Thanks for that conversion!
I'm rocking a 2022 Giant Talon 3 27.5 metallic black and yes this was also my dream bike so the minute a local bike shop posted it on Facebook I immediately asked my brother to drive 12kms and I remember I didn't even take a bath that time.😂. I paid as soon as I could, and good thing I came to the shop 3 minutes earlier. I pretty much upgraded everything except for the rims which are tubeless ready, seat clamp and the saddle. I transferred my Shimano Deore M6100 gs, a Suntour Epixon Airfork 120mm with lockout. Tubeless Maxxis Ardent Exo 2.25 like yours, new hubs, carbon bars and seat post. I spent way more than I should have $1.7k all in all but damn it was worth it. I still use the bike almost every other day as my form of exercise and already planning to go back to the mountains with my kid.
That’s awesome! Sounds like a great bike. I have been slacking on upgrading mine. I have the new fork for it but I just haven’t swapped it over yet. Soon though!
did you use one pad, so the stroke is now from 100mm to 110mm?
That’s correct!
So I just bought a brand new Recon.... I want to increase the travel. Can I reuse the oil that is in the fork since it's new?
I think so… if you can successfully capture it when disassembling. Maybe release one side at a time enough so to get it to drain one side at a time. Good luck to you!
Oil is Oil its better than nothing
Agreed
Thanks for the review. Did you index the derraileur, not just adjusted the high and low adjustments? Park tools has a great video I use on indexing derraileurs.
Yes I did index it
Do WTB tires run true-to-size?
They at least pass the eye measurement
This is very late clearly... I was in a jam.. need fork oil. Right then.. could not find any.. I used 20/ 40 synthetic, Lucas. Motor oil.... Seems to work as good as the day I bought it from Harley.. I see no different.. I changed my fork seals 2yr later.. just as maintenance. Had some seals & time.. was wondering it might be damaged.. hell I ain't need to change it.. I even when & got more 20/ 40. So I can say I ran 20/ 40 like 2yrs. & 18k miles. Nothing has happened nothing was different.. food for thought..
I do live in New Orleans.. & stay's very hot. 3/4 of the yr.
Great review 👏🚴
Thanks!
Too bad they don't make the light + high grip in a 2.6" I'm running the 2.4 tough + fast on 2 bikes, 1 with a vigilante and the other with a Vee Attack HPL super pleased with TB as a rear tire
Or even 2.4 light high grip. Vigilante / trail boss combo is a really good one though. Bit heavy but tons of grip.
@@downtoridemtbi found the Verdict a bit too much for the freeride bike (Spindrift, used for jumps and bike park mostly hardpack) so i swapped for the Vee. my trail bike (another Propain, this one the Hugene) i run TB+Vigilante. only one ride in, but seems to handle kitty litter ok! not enough for any semblance of a review from my end, yet.
The Vigilante blew me away in moist leaves during the fall. Just felt endlessly grippy. Wears pretty quick though in my experience. Can’t have it all I guess.
My fork rockshox gold 35 rl is 130mm travel now. Can i increase to 160mm travel?
I’m pretty sure on those you have to replace the entire air spring assembly. But keep in mind that if your bike was designed for 130mm travel then 160mm travel will throw off the geo and be potentially dangerous.
What a damn good review
Thank you for your equally good comment!
I have been a Maxxis guy and I tried a Barzo and the hard compound is garbage compared to Maxxis compound. I am taking the Barzo off and selling after one ride and going back to Maxxis Ardent race. Vittoria tires suck.
lol no mincing words there! I have gone back to Maxxis myself since this video was published.
I am riding the same as front tire and feels very good. It is nice that it is so durable.
I've heard the 8-speed Acolyte derailleur is compatible with the Advent X shifter and I wonder how well that setup actually works considering the low cost of the derailleur
Nice, might be worth trying. Even more budget friendly!
So my ozark trail ridge bike is the new version 2. It came with the Acolyte 8-speed derailleur and a 9-speed Advent cassette and shifter. So far no issues and works pretty smooth.
personal opinion: if you ride hard pack, or loose over hard, get trail boss front and rear. the 2.6 up front is plenty Chonky for hard hittin' conditions. if you ride up in the Loam, (portland/flagstaff/smokey's) the Verdict 2.5 up front with the TB 2.4 out back is pretty dang good. hard to believe these are overlooked while the DHF and Kryptotal are hogging the spotlight. *another tire that reminds me very much of the 2.4 TB's sidewall knobs is the vittoria Martello. i run one of those as a front on my hardtail.
Yeah I thought about a 2.6 Trail Boss for the front and looked up specs. I don’t remember exactly but it was similar weight to the 2.5 Vigilante and with the Vigilante you can get the high grip compound. Seems like the most versatile combo although I’m sure it wears quicker.
There's one for sale not for from me with a medium frame, I'm 5'11, would any guess the best size person for a med......
I think you’d be better off on a large frame
@@downtoridemtb 👍
hi what is your front wheel Inner Rim Width ? i just got my minion dhr 2 and there is Recommended Width 30-35mm and i have 23mm on my wheel Do I need new rims ?
According to the WTB run to tire chart, a 2.4 is “compatible” on 23mm rims, but not “optimal”. My rims were 29 or 30mm
@@downtoridemtb just wondering do i need sell them or try whit inner tube ? What you think buy inner tube and if it works good convert to tubeless if its possible ? Im new this
@@nikoleino1108 as long as your rim is tubeless compatible then you should be ok. If you already have an inner tube then I guess it wouldn’t hurt trying that first though.
Noise is probably chain line. I make sure my chain is dead straight in the 5th gear. Use bb spacers to adjust the line.
Been using the advent X for a few years now on 4 bikes and it is fantastic - really don't need more than 10 speed. On my 2 mtb's I have a 34 and a 36 chainring. On my 2 all terrain bikes (bikepacking) I have a 30 and a 38 chainring.
The maintenance manual for my Recon indicates that there crush washers and o-rings on the bolts that need to be replaced. Did your fork have these? Did you have any issues with fluid leaking afterwards?
Best practice is to replace them. I did not and actually did have a little leakage. Snugged it down a bit more and it was fine after that.
@@downtoridemtb That's real talk! The 200 hr service kit is unavailable for my fork. Luckily there is an upgrade kit that comes with this washers. Rockshox is winning money!
Does removing the spacer actually cause the fork to be 20mm longer or does it just allow the fork to compress 20mm more? I'm looking to slacken my HTA by moving from 100 to 120mm. But looking at the design of the Judy I came up with this question. Thanks
It allows the lowers to extend further and therefore makes the fork longer
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Do a 2024 version
Will this work with the sword levers?
Advent X and Sword are supposed to be compatible so I’d think so. Although I’d probably go full Sword since it has all the benefits that Deore has.
This is the only video I've seen that actually shows the Recon. Thanks for your work getting this recorded and posted!
Glad to do it! Thanks for the comment!
I've got the 2025 model on preorder and still found your video useful. They seem like great bikes. Literally just using my bike to get to vantage points, as I do landscape photography..
That’s so cool, never heard of anyone using their mountain bike for that purpose. Do you post your photos anywhere?
I have to subscribe to this dude. Super grounded and knows his stuff. Something I never adjust is the gearset. Way too complicated for me haha. I do have the MicroShift Advent X on my gravel bike, but I need to get it adjusted at a bike shop. Love them though.
Thanks bud! No fluff here. You should definitely give the adjustments a try. Pretty simple once you know what each screw does. Small learning curve but not bad.
very good video man! like the research and solution. Microshift has to figure something out. What's the point of having a clutch if it doesn't engage in time.
I agree and it looks like they did figure it out with the Sword derailleur. I will at least mention that the Advent X clutch does a good enough job to not drop the chain so it’s not terrible. Just could be refined, more teeth or just tighter manufacturing tolerances.
Great review: clear and concise, interesting, well-explained specifics. I had the same problem with the clutch “going soft.”. Microshift said tightening the clutch spring bolt didn’t add tension to the spring, but only more friction to the clutch pivot. They sent me a new derailleur as soon as I sent them a 10s video of me moving the cage w/clutch on and clutch off.
Yep there’s just a little too much play in the whole clutch system in my opinion. How’s the new one working out?