I've been wishing to upgrade my Mtb from a 3 year old firefox to something from trek, giant or scott. I've seen a gazillion video reviwes on the internet regarding the same but hands down, this one is the best. So kudos for that. Now if you'll be kind enough to compare in detail trek marlin 6 (47k) vs giant talon 2 (54k) vs scott aspect 930 (65k), all 2021 models. With the primary being trek marlin 6 and how it fares against competition. Thanks 👍
Alright a quick take please , Scott aspect 930 Vs Marlin 7 Vs giant talon 1 Which one do you think is the best, rides best and feels best. Have to buy one tomorrow 😅
Marlin 7 hands down. When it comes to the geometry and ride quality. This is the best of the 3. Personally I love the feel of trek and canondale aluminum frames. Components can be upgraded as needed. Frames stay with you forever till the n+1 bike comes along 😆
After watching your review on the bike , I was keen on picking it up . I just purchased it a couple of days back and it's been phenomenal . Thanks for the recommendation
Second sensible channel i saw after i bought Raleigh terrain 30 24 speed.... But now looking for upgrade to Scott,,. May be a aspect 930 or a sub cross 30. I want fast & best rolling...
@@GearLama thank you so much 🤗🤗. My retailer recently suggested Bergamont sweep 3/4., REALLY LIKING this bike but seems committed lean forward race geometry. ..but i am slightly inclined for Marine Muir Woods as well... Would like to go with best components & a versatile cycle... 😊😊 Regards 💐💐💐💐💐
The coil fork ads more than 1.5kg to a bike, and the not 1x chainring + shifter + front derailleur ads like 0.5kg, a better seat and pedals can take off like 0.3kg more. I'd say if your aluminium hardtail bike is lighter than 12kg, you've made it in life...
hi there. need technical help... been riding this bike with the boys now for a while.. desperately want to upgrade the chainring size to 46 / 48 / 50 T to be able to up the pace on roads ... if not just the chainring .. then can the whole front crank be changed to a bigger size? is it advisable? if yes .. details please. it is a beautiful bike ... the upgrade will make it the perfect bike.
No MTB gruppo will come with a 50 tooth chainring. You will have to go road. The Sora groupset comes with a. flat bar lever and a 2x and a 3x chainring. So yes its possible, will it affect the chainlink (yes), will it work (yes), shifting may suffer but it will be imperceptible in my opinion
what is your take on the MTB's of Marin? Bolinas ridge, bobcat trail, pine mountain and team marin. Felt the frames of Marin are solid. Do let me know what you think about their frames ?
Starting from pine mountain. That's a range dedicated to bike packing on rough to really rough grounds. Then on to the bolinas ridge which is their answer to the Scott aspect. Everyday rides. Mild single track and recreational mountain riding. Bobcat trail is for serious single track, descents thrown in. Team marin is a race ready hardtail. Marin frames whether they be cromoly or alloy are well built. They last. Period. Its not difficult making a tough frame. Its difficult making a tough lightweight frame that is also price efficient. MTBs has to balance weight and strength in a price point
I was born and brought up in himachal. So yes himachal, j&k, uttarakhand. One cannot get enough of these places and the mountains ever. If you're ever in the neighbouthood drop me a line. We always have a cottage for cyclists ala warmshowers. Would love to ride with a fellow enthusiast
How would this compare to the Trek Marlin 7 which has a judy coilfork and a 1x deore drivetrain. Could you also make a video like this for the Trek Marlin 7 2022? Thanks a lot.
The marlin 7 is a better buy. And that has nothing to do with the drivetrain. I've found trek aluminium frames to be better than most brands in terms of finish and compliance. As for the 1x drivetrain. Like I mentioned in this video if you're primarily ride on trails great. But if you plan to do everything, like rides on tarmawirh friends etc I find the 1x slightly limiting on the too end. A 32/11 will top out at 35 kmph at a reasonable rpm
The rated (official) specs say 29x2.4 buy I've found ten to be conservative. I think another .2 inch should squeeze in there at the cost of mud lockup in very muddy conditions
I've been wishing to upgrade my Mtb from a 3 year old firefox to something from trek, giant or scott. I've seen a gazillion video reviwes on the internet regarding the same but hands down, this one is the best. So kudos for that.
Now if you'll be kind enough to compare in detail trek marlin 6 (47k) vs giant talon 2 (54k) vs scott aspect 930 (65k), all 2021 models. With the primary being trek marlin 6 and how it fares against competition. Thanks 👍
Excellent suggestion. We can do an on paper comparison of similar priced bikes
Alright a quick take please ,
Scott aspect 930 Vs Marlin 7 Vs giant talon 1
Which one do you think is the best, rides best and feels best. Have to buy one tomorrow 😅
Marlin 7 hands down. When it comes to the geometry and ride quality. This is the best of the 3. Personally I love the feel of trek and canondale aluminum frames. Components can be upgraded as needed. Frames stay with you forever till the n+1 bike comes along 😆
Which bike did you choose at last ?
Thanks a lot. You just summarised the Scott Aspect 930 for me 👌
After watching your review on the bike , I was keen on picking it up . I just purchased it a couple of days back and it's been phenomenal . Thanks for the recommendation
your review is spot on .. and also.. bought this one yesterday .. happy with the bike.
Very useful and well-structured review. Thank you.
Great review! 👍 Greetings from Germany.
Very informative 🙏🏻
The review is very nice and complete. Could you make one for Aspect 920 in the future?
For 2021 only the Aspect 970, 930 & the 770 have been launched in india. So will have to wait for the 920
as a begener I was using the lowest end shamono yet I could benifit form a better grop set
If it was for a urban/trekking bike if have no problem recommending tourney. But on a mountain trail in my opinion it simply does not cut it.
Amazing.... Thanks for sharing this...
Glad to hear you liked this. Planning to buy a hardtail ?
Second sensible channel i saw after i bought Raleigh terrain 30 24 speed....
But now looking for upgrade to Scott,,. May be a aspect 930 or a sub cross 30. I want fast & best rolling...
If you're looking for something fast try a non suspension front fork ala scott metrix / bergamont sweep
@@GearLama thank you so much 🤗🤗. My retailer recently suggested Bergamont sweep 3/4., REALLY LIKING this bike but seems committed lean forward race geometry.
..but i am slightly inclined for Marine Muir Woods as well...
Would like to go with best components & a versatile cycle... 😊😊
Regards 💐💐💐💐💐
The coil fork ads more than 1.5kg to a bike, and the not 1x chainring + shifter + front derailleur ads like 0.5kg, a better seat and pedals can take off like 0.3kg more. I'd say if your aluminium hardtail bike is lighter than 12kg, you've made it in life...
hi there.
need technical help... been riding this bike with the boys now for a while.. desperately want to upgrade the chainring size to 46 / 48 / 50 T to be able to up the pace on roads ...
if not just the chainring .. then can the whole front crank be changed to a bigger size?
is it advisable?
if yes .. details please.
it is a beautiful bike ... the upgrade will make it the perfect bike.
No MTB gruppo will come with a 50 tooth chainring. You will have to go road. The Sora groupset comes with a. flat bar lever and a 2x and a 3x chainring. So yes its possible, will it affect the chainlink (yes), will it work (yes), shifting may suffer but it will be imperceptible in my opinion
what is your take on the MTB's of Marin? Bolinas ridge, bobcat trail, pine mountain and team marin. Felt the frames of Marin are solid. Do let me know what you think about their frames ?
Starting from pine mountain. That's a range dedicated to bike packing on rough to really rough grounds. Then on to the bolinas ridge which is their answer to the Scott aspect. Everyday rides. Mild single track and recreational mountain riding. Bobcat trail is for serious single track, descents thrown in. Team marin is a race ready hardtail. Marin frames whether they be cromoly or alloy are well built. They last. Period. Its not difficult making a tough frame. Its difficult making a tough lightweight frame that is also price efficient. MTBs has to balance weight and strength in a price point
@@GearLama Thanks for your valuable input. Cycling technology has really evolved and present day focus is on providing lightweight and solid frames.
Really like your analysis!👍
Where do you live in India, if i may ask?
Patnitop, Jammu & Kashmir
I've been in Himachal Pradesh. I'd love to go back to visit your region(for a long ride by bicycle, would be my dream!). We never know. 😉😁
I was born and brought up in himachal. So yes himachal, j&k, uttarakhand. One cannot get enough of these places and the mountains ever. If you're ever in the neighbouthood drop me a line. We always have a cottage for cyclists ala warmshowers. Would love to ride with a fellow enthusiast
It would be with great pleasure! 😉👍
How would this compare to the Trek Marlin 7 which has a judy coilfork and a 1x deore drivetrain. Could you also make a video like this for the Trek Marlin 7 2022? Thanks a lot.
The marlin 7 is a better buy. And that has nothing to do with the drivetrain. I've found trek aluminium frames to be better than most brands in terms of finish and compliance. As for the 1x drivetrain. Like I mentioned in this video if you're primarily ride on trails great. But if you plan to do everything, like rides on tarmawirh friends etc I find the 1x slightly limiting on the too end. A 32/11 will top out at 35 kmph at a reasonable rpm
Dude, any chance to install new tire with 29x2.6?? i own the same bike stellar blue color i wanted to change my black tire with skinwall tire
The rated (official) specs say 29x2.4 buy I've found ten to be conservative. I think another .2 inch should squeeze in there at the cost of mud lockup in very muddy conditions
Please review marin bobcat
Sir I'm looking for a EMI option here ,is it possible to get one?
Some online stores like cyclop, choosemybicycle and bots do have an emi scheme. So yes it's possible
How is it to buy hero albatross?
I think the frame is something that has been built/boughtvin a Budget. The fork is also one of the cheaper sr suntour model. He components are fine
Available now in India?
Yes it is. Check out Scott india website
@@GearLama Not available!
Whoopsie was there till about last week. Which city you're in? I will ask @scott
@@GearLama Pune Sir !
Great if you can help
Appreciate
What's your view on Polygon Extrada 5 Vs Aspect 930.
Since Extrada 5 is available in stock!
I dont see the 930 on scott website I see 940
Stocks are extremely limited right now due to a global shortage. Speak to Scott customer care or contact the local dealer in your city
Available! www.sportnetwork.in/pp/bikes/bikes/mountain/scott-aspect-930-pearl-white-bike
Does this bike make sense if you drive daily 12 kilometers on the street and 2 kilometers ofroad ?
It will depend on how offroad-y the offroad bits are but really I think a rigid hybrid will be better suited and cheaper too!
@@GearLama yes, thank you very much!
I think that it is also many times more strenuous with the mtb than with a hybrid