Santa Cruz Megatower Test Ride & Review
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Santa Cruz Megatower bike review
Videos like this are why I got a Megatower a few days ago. I have had a Hightower LT (V1) for a few years and it's been an awesome all-around bike, but not super great at climbing or going down really rough stuff, so I bought a Ripley a few months ago for easier trails, climbing, and long rides, and now the Megatower is going to take care of the heavy chunky downhill. What a bike!
Sounds like the perfect quiver!!
I recently bought a Megatower, and I am blown away by this bike! Granted, I don't have nearly as much experience as Jason, in years or on as many bikes, but for my money, it's awesome. I'm 5'9, I came off of a large 5010 and am on a large Megatower now. Though I know it shouldn't feel as maneuverable or as playful, to me, it really truly does. Now, it's an aluminum 5010 and actually weighed slightly more than the Megatower in carbon, but I can't think of a single thing I'd prefer to do on the 5010 over the Megatower at this point. Again, I don't have anywhere near as much experience as Jason, and this is just my opinion, but for people wondering - the Megatower is absolutely mega. More supple, more supportive, more stable, and, as cliche as it is, much more confidence inspiring.
The MEGAPLOWER! I love it. Great Vid Thanks bro.
hahaha yeah, I though that was funny!!
That’s what she said...
Hi Jason
As always! You make the best bike reviews. Cheers from Switzerland 🤟
Philipp, thank you!
i don’t know why but his voice makes me feel so cozy.
I just picked up the cc build with a coil shock and absolutely love it. You do great reviews!
Chris Herrala And? How are you enjoying it Chris?
As bikes progress more and more I see 29 being the bike of the future. Ten years ago I wouldn't be caught dead on one.
I know right?! Crazy how good bikes are getting and have become in the last 5'ish years!
Be fun to see you review a Knolly. Such a great bike company that deserves more love and attention.
Love my Megatower, it’s a very fun and capable bike 🤙🏼🍻
Rider Don 🤙
Unli Ahon 🤣🤙🏼🍻
Picked up a Megatower a couple months ago and love it for riding around Western NC.
Great review Jason. You always have such good insights and the detail at the end was awesome. Can't wait to see the head to head vs the BC edition.
Yeah dude, that will be a fun head to head for sure!
Nice video, good to hear from someone that can ride pretty good.
Hey! Thanks dude!
Hi J,
You probably don’t remember me but I bought a Tallboy 3 based on your review and recommendation of it a couple of years ago...plus a few demos too. Anyhow, you nailed that review as an “everyman’s bike” and I absolutely love it so I’m looking to you for guidance on this: I ride the Tallboy literally everywhere and I discovered the joy of lift served DH last year at Winterpark, Crested Butte, and Steamboat which are all a bit much for my Tallboy 😂...but still much, much fun!!
So, as i really liked the 27.5” [plus in the Tallboy), I was looking at a Nomad as a dual purpose but mostly park bike, but the Megatower seems like a better option as it probably does the uphill (when needed as “another” bike when my son comes to visit) a tad bit better and I’m only losing 10mm of travel but with 29” wheels for when this old guy wants to bike park it....???
I truly respect your opinions as your guidance has been spot on!!!
Thanks a ton and keep up the great work on the vids...love them,
John
John, thank you! Yeah, the Mega would be an incredible park bike but honestly, for something you still want to peddle around maybe take a look at the Ibis Ripmo. It's incredible everywhere and almost as good as the Megatower on the longer high speed descents. Good luck and thanks for the comment and saying what's up!
Hey Jason, what would win in a fist fight between the Megatower and the Yeti SB150?
Oh and your ability to casually do a bike review whilst pinning it at Mach chicken never ceases to do my head in.
haha Dean, thank you! Great question. I think the sb150 wins in all the fist fights, thumb wars and rock, paper, scissors contests... it just edges out the mega in every area in my opinion and I got a chance to ride them back to back on two days. The mega is super fun and has a great "smile" or "fun" factor to it. It's unreal the feeling it gives you on the descent... not that it's better than the sb150 but it just feels bottomless and very supportive on the chunky high speed sections
MTB yumyum thanks for your reply Jay. That’s really interesting. Sure says a lot about the SB150 if it even beats it at Rock Paper Scissors 😂
Great video!! Beautiful day! Crazy rain this year compared to last year,
Thank you! Yeah, we got a lot more snow this winter and it's been raining like crazy... in the end it's good for Utah but it would be nice to get out and ride more...
Zac was in Mach 1 so he hit the fence 🤣👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🤟🏾🤟🏾 Awesome reviewJ , I had a demo upon this bike Saturday, it’s an amazing bike but I get your point, it’s a great fun bike but I feel like you would not wanna ride it all day , just because it’s climbing abilities are not too good , but yeah it’s definitely fun , and can hit big chunks easily without using the brakes 🤣👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
haha totally!
Well done on this video. You don't disappoint.
Thank you for saying so!
Could you do a live chat discussing mt bike clothing/shoes/helmets ect. Accessories. You ride so much I think you have a lot to share.
Interesting idea... Yeah, I'll think about it! Thanks for the idea!
Nice review man. I have had mine for almost 2 months now and it's been nothing but positive for me so far! 👍 👌
Nice, good to hear!
@@mtbyumyum It's a blast! Even on some of the green trails I have ridden!
I think you should give a star ranking to the bikes you ride, It is difficult to compare bikes based on your comments. If you rank them based on a 5 star scale, we actually understand better. Every bike is smooth and nice and great, so are they all the same in their respective categories??
Yeah.... I'm with ya... I've been feeling the same way about my videos... I'll figure something out. Thanks for the feedback!
Hi Jason! Good reviews like always! 👊😎
I tried this bike today and I fall in love! I change my Rocky Instinct BC Edition 2018 for this bike in 1 month!
Nice, congrats!
Mega vs stumpjumper hypothetically both top builds. Sworks vs mega top spec.
For everyday trail riding, Stumpy. For park duty or general shuttle rides, Megatower.
It's not the suspension or the angles, it's the *color!* I love those olive green bikes
It's not olive green it's black/grey my good sir
I think the Stumpy Evo Pro 29 vs Transition Sentinel Carbon would be a great shootout 🤙🏼
The moment ive been waiting for! But i could not wait that long i ended up buying this bike 3 weeks ago... 😆 good review though
haha good for you! congrats
Nice seeing other parts of your home trails. Also, kinda makes me wish SC had gone the lower Nomad/Bronson/Megatower like design route for the v3 5010 as well.
yeah... interesting. I think the 5010 needs to stay light weight and poppy feeling and the lower shock mount adds weight... I don't know all the details but thats my guess.
Its the Santa Cruz cut and paste design lol.
Another bike in this category is the Fazzari la sal peak. I'd be interested in seeing you review it. Especially since its a local utah brand.
Yeah, I'll need to get on the La Sal at some point!
Always a mega enjoyable videos... thanks man👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 i hope to watch also Kona process 2019 please...
Nice video! You need to review a Transition! Like a Smuggler or a Patrol!
yeah, they're both on my list for this season, thanks!
Great vid as always man!
If I had the £s this would be my next bike.
Have you thrown a leg over a YT Jeffsy 29 yet? incredible!
Great reviews... nice work on the megaplower.. haha
haha thanks dude!
Thanks for this review Jason! The fun is very much evident in this review. So maneuverability is the only thing that the HTLT has over the Megatower? Which one climbs better? I prefer having one bike for generally all applications and thanks to one of your reviews, I got me the HTLT.
Siiiiick trails!!
You should add a Sentinel to your competition. I demoed one and was blown away. I still need to try a sb150 but the firebird 29er was a heck no!
Yeah, didn't love the firebird either... I've heard so much good stuff about the Sentinel... need to get a ride on one for sure! Thanks!
@@mtbyumyum I also demoed the Patrol and I didnt like it. I got a lot of pedal strikes and I didnt feel as confident on it. I wish I tried the smuggler instead. I think the sentinel is my next bike. Maybe i'll call salt cycles and have them ship me one to CA.
Another great review Jason! Love to know your opinion on the Megatower vs Instinct BC
Yeah, me too.... the Instinct BC is on my list to demo again very soon... that bike was awesome!
MTB yumyum awesome, I just pulled the trigger on a non-BC C70 and can’t wait for its arrival!
Congrats! You'll love it! easily on of the best do everything bikes available right now!
This bike reminds me of my low position wreckoning that had a 64.5 HA with a modded headset. I bet the ride characteristics are very similar but without the weagle sorcery.
Yeah, I would say that's about right on... it's been a minute sense I last rode the Wreckoning but I remember it feeling absolutely bottomless like this Megatower. Crazy feeling and a lot of fun!
MTB yumyum all the fun’s!
I really appreciate every video when you state your height, weight, and what size you’re riding! I’m 5’9, so similar height but have chimp arms which effects my sizing. What’s your wingspan?
Hi Jason, Have you had a chance to try the La Sal Peak? JC trails put a nice comp video with the Megatower. Has me leaning La Sal for trail use and value
No, I've not yet tried the Fezzari bike
looks like nice piece of machine, great review as always, thank you, V!
Yeah bud! This was a fun one for sure... not my cup of tea probably but super fun!
Nice video as always! Having demoed so many 29ers how do you feel the recent generation (SB150, Firebird, 429...) compares against a long travel 27.5 for people around 5'8"? All these 29ers look huge on paper with massive reach and stack on medium size frames.
I've been asked this questions a lot lately.... the lt 29ers just feel faster.. everywhere. I still really like and prefer the smaller wheel size but I think this is the year I give the big bike with wagon wheels a try... might have to get a Ripmo or Instinct BC Edition...
Great review as always Jason, my setiments as well when I reviewed the Megatower. So your saying the Megaplower just plows through Jacob's bladder?
Do you still have someone doing your editing or are you back on it again? Great work bro.
Yep, I'm doing all the editing at this point... my brother just doesn't have time anymore... Yeah, the megatower is a beast!
@@mtbyumyum Well keep it going man, your building on something here. I know you were not too jazzed about all the time in editing and stuff but it will eventually pay off.
yeah, I hope so! haha
Can you please review the Giant Reign? I love your videos, keep em' coming!
yeah, I still need to get a ride on that bike!
Hi Jason! Excellent review as always! I ride an Instinct BC Edition 2018. Does the Megatower climb as well or better? What would be your comment comparing the two bikes?
Mario Despatie mario it climbs really well and downhill it’s amazing 😉
Could you review the Trek Remedy? I am thinking about buying one and value your opinion! Cheers!
Yeah, I'd like to get on the new Remedy.. it's been a few years. Thank you!
Great review, looks like a blast to ride. But you’d still prefer a Stumpy?
thank you! Yeah, the Stumpy would be a better do everything trail bike to go pedal all day and still get you in and out of every spot imaginable... I'd take the Rocky Mountain Instinct or Ibis Ripmo over the Stumpy though :)
MTB yumyum nice
Nice! I could really feel the speed in this video. Did you experience many pedal strikes with it in the low position? I ended up putting 170mm cranks on my OGHT to cut down on all the strikes.
2 pedal strikes on the day... it wasn't bad honestly and they likely could have been avoided. Yeah, this bike was super fun and fast!
Megaplower vs sb150 bring it on......
better name for the megatower for me is megasaurus.
I will say the seat tube length on the mega tower is a bit of a let down.
Its pretty low. 20mm lower than a nomad in size large......
Thats a lot of seat post tube hanging out the frame :(
I've got a mega vs 150 video coming soon!
I have fallen at that same spot so many damn times.
haha yeah... you gotta stay inside far right or theres no traction at all... lol I had most of the speed out of the bike at that point so it wouldn't have been too bad had I not straightened it out. Always happy to keep the rubber side down... I had a bad road bike accident about 5 weeks ago... ugggg
WOW ,NICE !!
Sb150 vs megatower..?
vs Ransom too
@@dhmtb9024 vs rallon
Ive got a video coming next week where we ride the two bikes back to back... think you'll like it!
Megatower vs Pivot Firebird 29er vs Fezzari LaSal Peak. That would be a killer video!
I’m lovin my Megatower so far, very fun and capable bike 👍🏼🤙🏼🍻
Don't mean to be the party pooper but have you been thinking to test the Trek Slash 9.8 yet, that thing is a slayer :)
How say you between megatower and the ripmo?
Pardon me if I missed it, but you said you wanted to compare the MT to the Nomad and Bronson, but thereafter I only heard a comparison to other SC 29ers and not the Nomad. Any thoughts re the MT vs the Nomad? Much appreciated. Thanks.
Yeah, I'd like to compare the mega vs firebird29 and ripmo as well... nomad vs mega will be awesome!
So you're recording with a GoPro4. Do you use an external mic on this? If so, which one?
Yes, it's a cheap amazon mic that is terrible... I need to find a new one for sure!
If you would be choosing “M” and “L” sizes, which one would you prefer for the trails you had ridden? Thnx.
Is it possible to setup the Megatower suspension to be less stiff, and feel a little more plush like a 29er Nomad?
Hey yum yum the Megatower is better than you instinct Rocky Mountain.?? Be honest amigo ..
Just different.... descending, the Megatower at speed is a tough one to beat that's for sure. The suspension feels incredible! Very good descending bike. The Rocky Mountain Instinct would be the bike I would choose over the Megatower as my only bike. They're in different categories of bikes though.... the Instinct BC Edition is more similar to the Megatower. I'd like to ride the two back to back at some point!!!!
MTB yumyum awesome gracias amigo i love watching your videos .✌🏻
Nice, thanks dude!
@@mtbyumyum That seat tube angle looks way slacker than the numbers suggest..I wish it had yeti like seat angles
How do u think the megatower will ride if intalled with a 2.4 front and 2.3 on the rear?
Just wanted to ask you, when you‘ll make the megatower review. Now i saw it🤣
haha good timing!
Another great review. Thank you!
Dare I ask... currently, what are your thoughts on the Megatower vs the Ripmo in terms of agility and climbing ability?
Ripmo climbs better and feels more playful... the megatower feels incredible on the high speed gnar sections though... almost better than anything I've ever ridden. Really rad bike for big down hills!
If you get the chance, please test ride a trek full stache 8 2019. It's a 130mm 29er plus size.
if one is 6-6'1 would you recommend L or XL? coming from a rallon L that is really short. cheers
Just finished building one of these up and all in ready to ride with a set of crap wheels, still waiting for my reserves to come in, and cushcore in the rear it weighed in a t 29.02 lb so might get it under 29 with the carbon wheels. Not bad for a 160 enduro bike.
Partlist please.
@@WildeSuchtelei Megatower CC Frame Size Medium, Rockshox Super deluxe ultimate w/MegNeg, Rockshox lyrik ultimate 160mm 42mm offset, Raceface Next R bar 280mm, Industry Nine A35 Stem 40mm, Chromeg Grips, Magura MT7 Brakes, 180mm rotors, Sram XO1 AXS Shifter and derailleur, RaceFace Next R cranks 170mm, Crank brothers mallet pedals, Sram XX1 black chain, Rockshox Reverb AXS Dropper, Ergon SM pro saddle. Current wheelset is WTB i29 rims on Sram hubs ( just temporary waiting on Reserve 30's with i9 Hydra hubs) Tires Maxxis Dissector 2.4 on the front and a Maxxis Minion SS on the rear.
what are mtbyumyum's current bikes? is the pivot trail 429 still in the stable?
Nope... If you follow me on Instagram or Strava you will have a better Idea of the day to day including what bikes I own and ride. I just sold my Yeti sb100 a week ago to make room for the Ibis Ripley. I also own the Ibis HD4 but will be selling that soon for a long travel 29er.... most likely a Rocky Mountain Instinct BC edition or Ibis Ripmo....
Is this suitable for boys 4'-3" ?
great video!... how would it be in the high position? did you have the chance?
As per the bike shop recommendation, we kept it in the low position. According to them this was the better option and with limited time we kept it in low. Ended up getting two good rides on the megatower.
As another 140 pounder, I was wondering if the stock spring worked for you? Thanks as always!
I rode the air shock and it was excellent! 152 psi in the shock. I'll also include, I think for us smaller riders this bike feels particularly big and long... at 33 lbs it was a lot to muscle around the trail for sure.
@@mtbyumyum Ahhhh, I thought you were on the coil, after seeing those in the shop images near the start.
yeah, I was just trying to show the options for frame color and shock options... should have made that more clear, thanks!
How about the new hightower?
*i wanna get that bike*
do it!
The only way to tell if this bikes THE bike is to ask ..... Jason , would you buy this bike ? 👍🏽👍🏽🤣 because when you tried the Rocky Mountain, you BOUGHT the bike so for most of us that’s the tell tale sign , also would you say the SC 5010 is better all round than this bike , I mean for climbing and descending 👍🏽/ BRILLIANT REVIEW DUDE - Ride safe 👍🏽👍🏽☑️☑️
haha thanks Paul! Yeah, I wont be buying the Megaplower... sorry dude! Thanks dude!
I hear the canyon spectral al6 2019 is top shelf
Can you compare the Megatower to Gian Advanced Reign ?
Kona Process 153 29er?
The Hella-Megatower NOT getting good results in the Enduro World Series. Also, from the highlight videos, it looks like only Iago and Mark Scott are using the Hella-Mega; seems the Santa Cruz women's team have decided to go with the Bronson instead of the Hella-Mega.
Interesting...
@@mtbyumyum , the old Racing saying holds true... "if the car feels comfortable and in control, it means you are going TOO SLOW" -- Mario Andretti
haha yeah, I'd say that's about right
@@mtbyumyum , so I got more news on the HellaMega on the Euro and EWS Enduro scene... it seems many Euro Racers want the HellaMega, but they can't get their hands on one. I am thinking 2020, we will see more Privateers riding them. 1% of speed is bike, 99% is Rider; so, SC might even ditch their current factory riders (Mark Scott and Iago Aspa) for guys who can show better results. It is nothing personal, but Racing is a cutt throat business!
If you would be given a chance to own a long travel trail bike and the only choices are Megatower and SB150 which one will you get.
sb150 for sure. The mega was a lot of fun but the 150 is in my opinion just a little better everywhere...
that's a pretty straight forward answer..thanks on that
How does the 2018 bronson compare to the 2019 bronson as an overall trail bike? I can get a really good deal on a 2018 XE build and I’m close to pulling the trigger but want to know if it’s better in any ways over the newer bronson. Climbing performance is important. Thanks.
I thought the previous model Bronson was the better all around trail bike. Climbed better too. If you can get a deal on one left over from last year I get all over that dude! Good luck!
Cool thanks for the reply, the other bike I’m comparing it to is a 2019 Rocky Mountain altitude c50, hoes does the altitude compare the the older bronson? I could get the bronson in the XE build for 4K a long with the c50 so at that price the bronson has better components with elite suspension etc. but I’m just curious how the altitude compares.
For me this would be an easy decision. The RM Altitude out classes the Bronson as a trail bike in almost every way. It's more similar to the previous Bronson than the current model Bronson. The Altitude climbs better, feels more playful and poppy but when it's time to get serious, the Altitude doesn't get pushed around on the trail and feel incredibly stable. Reach out to Mike at Utah Mountain Biking in Lehi, Utah... #801-653-2689 he'll get you killer pricing on an Altitude... maybe you could even spring for the C70... you won't be disappointed in the RM Altitude dude... for sure that's the direction I'd go!
MTB yumyum awesome thanks so much for the reply, I really appreciate the input! I’ve watched your videos for quite a while and they have helped me quite a bit!
Dev, so good to hear! Thank you!
Hi Jason, excellent review, thank you. How would you compare it to the evil wreckoning?
It's been a minute from the last time I rode the Wreckoning but as I recall, the wreckoning felt more lively... both are incredible controlled and composed at high speeds
Just curious, where was sag set front and rear for you and what was your go-to rear rebound setting so far? I'm guessing probably 20% F and 30% R sag?
Yeah, right at 30% sag in the shock. I often times fine myself at close to 25-35 psi higher than my body weight in many of the shocks I ride... on the megatower I was closer to my actual rider weight... I started at 145 psi, went up as high as 160 psi and settled in at 152 psi for the best amount of cush and still supportive and pedal friendly. I weigh 140 lbs
@@mtbyumyum sounds good! I was curious where it was set based on your feedback in the review. I have my S build in the 'hi' position, short chainstays and I added a 'Gnar Dog' token to the SD shock and settled at 30% to maybe a sliver deeper than 30% sag. I'm like 205-210 in gear and ended up with about 225 psi to get that sag. Loving this bike thus far - even pedaling up, around and down our east coast rocks, roots and shoots!
Hey J , you think the HD4 is still better than the Megatower even tho it has 27-5 wheels? What’s your thoughts ?
they're just different... the mega is a beast on the downhill!
MTB yumyum yes I hear you and to my surprise in thing for me was like DT Swiss hubs make a huge difference I didn’t think they would because I have the 5010 XE with Novotech hubs and the DT Swiss are just so smooth and the tires to like you say it makes a huge difference the wider tires on the mega tower it just grips really really well and the traction is really really good on turns
Great review
I was wondering when someone was going to ride into that fence
haha I know right... I get a lot of questions asking why the trails ends at a fence... lol the trail actually turns about 30 yards before the fence... we just like going this way haha
how is the ride different from the v3 bronson?
I'd like to ride it back-to-back with the bronson and nomad to get a better idea... It felt more like the nomad to me though... but climbed surprisingly well
@@mtbyumyum sounds good! thanks for the videos, as always they provide very useful info for us followers
My pleasure dude, thank you!
How does it compare to the Pivot Firebird?
firebird climbs better imo but other than that, i think I'd maybe go with the mega over the firebird.... would love to do a head to head between these two bikes
Megatower or SB150???
Beefed up 130 😎
I rode them back to back on the same day.... have a video coming out in a week... Hope you enjoy!
DnBQemist, yeah... a lunch ride sb130 or the ibis ripmo could be the ticket for anyone looking for a do everything long travel bike for sure!
MTB yumyum I have the v3 SC Bronson and I love that bike for just about everything. Wanting a long travel 28er for some Enduro races this year. Any suggestions?
Not familiar with your trails but the sb150 would be a tough one to beat for enduro racing... I also really liked the Rocky Mountain Instinct BC Edition!
I am happy with my HTLT - will this make me happier and how do you rate this against the SB150?
The Hightower LT is the better "trail" bike in my opinion... I felt the same way when the new Bronson came out.... the previous Bronson is the better do everything all day trail bike. That said, the Mega climbs as well or even better than the HTLT... crazy I know... even after riding the Mega more than 45 miles and 6,000 vertical feet of climbing I was shocked how much better it was than I thought it would be. If you're a Santa Cruz fan boi and don't want to look at other brands, the HTLT is an excellent do everything capable trail bike... but, there are better options available right now if you don't have to have a Santa Cruz.... Ripmo or Yeti sb130 comes to mind ;)
MTB yumyum I am a bit of a Santa fan boi unfortunately 🤣. I use the HTLT for bike park and Santa Cruz Carbon Chameleon for my local trails. NOW there is a bike I would love your opinion on. The Chameleon is one of the best bikes I have ridden in my 28 year MTB career.
yeah, If you have another bike for pedaling around on local trails, the Megatower would be the better bike for bike park or general down hill shenanigans!
How does it compare to the bronson???
for me it felt like a bigger longer bike than the Bronson... more Nomad ish to me.... of course I'm not a real big strong guy at only 5'8" and 140 lbs.... maybe larger heavier riders feel differently?
Nice bike.
Have you tried the Orbea Rallon. if you have, what do you think about it.
allan Krogh excellent bike...very solid
I've not had a proper ride on the Rallon.... Zac who you see riding in a lot of my videos rode the Rallon all last year and loved it.
Thanks for the video! Do you prefer the Megatower or Nomad for descending?
it's been a minute sense I last rode the nomad.... I'd like to try them back to back and see....
I need to demo this thing and see how it stacks up against my instinct BC.
bc edition makes a better trail bike in my opinion!
You’ve clearly gotten faster
thanks dude.... yeah, always getting more comfortable and faster on the down hills!
Km?
Whenever i hear someone saying that the codes have power i cannot help but questioning myself, are these guys ever tried real brakes like saints or mt7s?
Dude, my friend! If you're new to the channel than you don't know but I've been riding Saints on my personal bike for over a year now on my Ibis HD4... love Saint brakes bro! haha as you know the rotor size has much to do with it as well ;)
MTB yumyum damn, I guess I’ve always been unlucky, always tried bikes with codes and 200 rotors and never liked those brakes ahaha I was surprised by hearing that!
Anyway yes, I’m new and I’ll be sticking around since these reviews videos are pretty sick 💪🏼
Rad! Thanks and for sure stick around.... I try to upload 3-4 times a month!
Can you consider it as an all around bike?
It’s too downhill focused, I’d say the Hightower is now SC’s 29er all rounder.
Megatower to hightower lt comparison please
yeah, that would be rad! thanks
MTB yumyum Hope to see you review the new HT.
Can someone help me I can't choose between the Megatower and the Tallboy
Those are two wildly different bikes.... be honest with yourself about how fast you ride and how difficult the terrain is that your ride most often. Good luck!!
@@mtbyumyum thank you for the reply ^^
curious with a comparo between the nomad and the megatower hehe
oh yeah! would love to put that together asap!
Ibis Ripley or Megatower if you only had one bike?
haha they're just so different... The Ripley would be the better all day every day bike for sure!
What was the shock setup you had on the bike? Could you include # of volume spacers, lsc, sag, and rebound
I typically make notes of all that stuff but I dont remember for sure... when I set up the shock I settled on 152 psi and I weigh 140 lbs. Ran the rebound a bit quicker so as to keep the bike lively and fun but don't remember for sure...
Jason - fun factor - This or Ripley ?
They're just different. For high speed gnar, the Mega is so fun but for your more moderate trails, the Ripley can't be beat!
200mm rotors front AND rear???
yep
😎 Cool
Thanks pal