I always ride with a CamelBak. I usually keep a few tire levers, a spare tube, a patch kit, a CO2 pump, few CO2 cartridges, a multi-tool, small first aid kit, my phone, keys etc in my pack. Always nice to have those things so you can take care of small mechanical issues versus having to hike out of the trails.
I appreciate it when bike reviewers show views other than the cockpit the whole time. I know it's extra effort to get on and off and set up and tear down a tripod all the time, but the end result is worth it. Good work.
you have a great channel, keep it up. I love the different angles and that you take the time to film yourself on the technical sections, it really makes it enjoyable for the viewers. That’s a great bike you have, we need more people riding Hardtails)
It's always the little bumps that get you. You think, "I just went over a mountain. This little bump ain't gonna be nothing." Then you go flying over the handlebars. Always respect the trail. It pays to pay attention. Good video. 👍
I used to swear by backpacks and hydration until I tried riding with bottles and a hip pack. Now I try to leave as much stuff at home to avoid wearing a backpack. Only time I bring a hydration pack is when I’m going on an all day epic and need the extra hydration.
I much prefer the bottle cage. Wore a pack for years but always ended rides with a bunch of extra water and weight on my back. Recently, I got a real small frame bag that holds tire levers, keys, mini pump and a tube, and a bottle cage for water. Feels SO GREAT to ride without a backpack!!
My personal favorite is the hip pack with two 20 oz bottles and another 20 oz bottle on the bike. I find that squeeze bottles require less frequent cleaning as you don't put your mouth on it, and I get less sweaty with my back open. Hydration packs are great for longer days on the bike as you can carry more stuff.
I love climbing on my Roscoe. It has wider tires and less gears than my last bike, but still climbs better! And that was a scary fall on the rocks, I'm glad you're okay!!
You’re taking the tougher lines on that trail now, and really throwing the bike into the obstacles a lot more than you used to. I feel like you still look a little shaky on it, you’re still learning its balance points and how it reacts to different things. That rock would flip anyone over the bars! I just started wearing a pack, I like to carry my keys and phone in it, I don’t like things in my pockets when I ride. Also the mouthpiece stays clean, unlike the bottle.
I use a hydro flask ( vacuum bottle ) in a large side reach cage for shorter trips and cold weather runs with a hot beverage ( again it's a vacuum bottle ) . I will use a platypus large on very long trips in high temps .
Side load bottle cage for the Roscoe (easier to get bottle out with the limited frame space). Hip pack if I need any extra bottle. Just too damn hot for a CamelBak type bag in FL. Glad you and the bike are OK. My Oh-Shit moments can virtually always be related to fatigue.
I have a lightweight Camelbak pack and even though it's lightweight it's just too hot here in Florida sometimes to wear it. I grabbed a dirt Podium bottle from them and put it in my bottlecage and it's great cause the cap keeps the mud out of the valve. One trick I do when the ride is too long for just a bottle is freeze a pack bladder that's half full with water. Then fill it up the rest of the way right before the ride. The iced temps on your back make the ride cooler! One thing that is good about bladders is they protect your back if you slam it when you go down. Like a watery back armor. It's important to remember that hard objects will actually hurt your back as well!! So pack any harder items to the side away from your spine. Learned that when I took up motorcycling.
Water backpack! Never ride w/o it now. Not because I *need* it, but just because I love being able to drink water literally whenever I want. It's addictive.
On long rides. I always wear a waist pack with extra bottle along with my gear. Also still have water in my bottle cage. Extra water never hurts to carry around.
Hey Matty! Thank you for your fun videos man! Your videos helped me make a decision on the bike! I got the Roscoe 9 and I'm thrilled with it! That thing is a beast!!!
Pack always. The convenience and efficiency of drinking from a pack while still being able to stay upright with both hands on the handlebars is worth it for me personally.
In the summer here in Texas I have to ride with water in a backpack. I have a 3L Ogio pack that does the job. When it's not so hot and I don't need as much water I'm perfectly happy with a 24oz water bottle.
Good to know nothing is broken after rolling on those rocks. 👍 Regarding watter I prefer a bottle or two in the watter bottle cage(s). It depends on lenght of the ride and weather. In case of really long ride I carry some extra in my backpack along with all emergency items for Just in case.
I've got a Trek Stache 9 that I've had for about five years and I still love riding it. It has two water bottle cages but I almost never use them. I always ride with a pack.
I eat an oily diet which for me means I need less water, I only hydrate before my ride and do not carry any water. I have done this for most rides in the Rocky mountains and now I ride at high altitude in the Mexican deserts and this works for me. I will carry water when I explore new trails and I use a bottle and cage, which keeps my back uncovered and puts the extra weight low and central on my bike.
Over here in Northern England (Yorkshire) to be precise, I go with the water bottle. Some fantastic scenery there on your video, but a bit too rocky for my liking, as we like the river and canal bankings etc, where we can keep moving pretty quickly, but each to their own fella. I've been reading up on the Trek Roscoe's and 7, 8 and 9 seem to be good bikes. Keep the videos coming, and stay strong fella 🚴♀️
for short rides i go water bottle and ditch the pack. It's expensive but check out the fidlock water bottle... it's a cageless / magnetic water bottle and it works great!
When I started biking I used a Camelback but I changed to a bottle and it's been a big imprrovement. I love the simplicity of it. I use a hip pack now instead of a backpack and I really like the mobility.
Subscribed! Great video. I’ve got the Roscoe 8 and absolutely love it. It takes everything I’ve thrown at it so far and I’ve crashed on it a few times no issues. I like to run a camelback backpack, it doubles as my back protector and carries my pads on easy sections, M20 multitool, and first aid kit (gauge and tape lol)
That's a pretty gnarly trail for a HT. I run a 160mm dual sys and want a HT as well. I've been swapping bikes with a friend who has a HT and on trails that I normally smash on my dual sus, on the HT every run a limb pops off the pedals/bars! You definitely need to keep awake on a HT and I like it.
Dope vid man! I just moved to CO and have been catching up on your vids. I love the third person shots that show people more what the trail is actually like as opposed to the POV GoPro effect. I ride with a backpack because a lone bottle can't fit enough water for a long ride. If I'm at a bikepark, I'll just bring the bottle cage though.
Honestly, I am used to wearing a hydration pack. (Less chance of dirt getting into the water) though I do use the bottle as an electrolyte beverage holder or extra water. One thing I have learned is that the TYPE of hydration pack matters! Not so much the cost as the purpose of the pack! The mountain bike-based packs are more comfortable on the shoulders and breathe a little better on the back. I hope that helps. I recommend the osprey raptor 14 as it has a place to store extra tube/Tools,Etc. I am glad your ok!
I always ride with a bottle and often also with a small hydration pack. I keep my electrolytic drink (usually gatorade) in the bottle and ofc pure water in the hydration pack. I mostly drink from the pack but will take more occasional drinks from the bottle to restock electrolytes. This way, I almost never run out of water and I like having something flavored to drink.
Yo you should set up Cush Core on your Roscoe! It’s a tire liner that gives you so many benefits. Run tires at lower pressure, better cornering, better landing, better traction. I run it on my Slash and it’s freaking amazing. Love the videos
I have both and prefer the cage but for longer rides and summertime sometimes you need more water. I now got a fanny pack water bladder and prefer it over the pack. Still some room for snacks and tools.
Used a camelback for years. It was useful for serious riding but it always grossed me out a bit. And a pain to clean and dry. Recent seasons I just use a bottle. Or put a bottle in the camelback backpack along w tools etc. No more bladder.
I've deinstalled the bottle cage of my bike, because I don't use it much and it's in the way to mount the bike on the bikerack. I use a USWE backpack with water reservoir. If I want a bottle on the bike again it would be a Fidlock. Nice Roscoe by the way. I can pick up my Roscoe 9 in red this week.
I have 2 watter bottle cages on my 22 R8 and I also use a Bontrager waist bag that holds 2 liters of water and it also has a spot for an extra water bottle as well. So no need for a backpack anymore.
I like to have bottle cages just in case. I don’t always want to wear a bag, especially if I’m just messing around in the neighborhood or at the park. It’s also nice to have them as an option if I’m in town and grab a bottled drink.
We just upgraded to the Fanny pack with bladder from back pack with bladder. At first it was a little strange after not wearing a Fanny pack since the 80’s but we love them. Perfect size for those trips when you can refill the 1.5l but on longer trips I’d take the 3l in the backpack. I always feel like the plastic water bottles make the water taste like plastic. I use my cage to hold the dog water when we ride/run together.
I always take a pack. At this point I'm completely used to it, and it allows me to carry everything I take in one place. Back when I got it, one of the reasons was that I din't like the feeling of water moving around in the bottle.
I know I’m late with this response (I just came across your channel a few days ago). I usually use a bottle in a cage like you have there, as well as a camelbak. For one, I drink a lot of water when I ride but secondly, I discovered that the camelbak provided excellent protection for my back when I went over the handlebars, one time. I’ve ridden with the camelbak ever since, whether I wanted to carry the extra weight or not.
I used to debate the whole bottle or pack. Now, i just have the pack all set, multi tool, tube, first aid kit🤣. Fill up the bladder and throw in a couple protein bars and I'm good to go. That was some techy stuff glad you and the bike are okay. I had a similar crash over some roots the other day, not my finest moment but we ride on. 🤣
I put cold water bottles (e.g. Aquafina) in the "cold area" of my backpack where a bladder would go. Keeps 'em nice 'n cool. Sometimes I may move one of them to the bottle cage if it's especially hot out. Good job on the 'external view' shots, btw! The low-view from the bike is awesome! Sorry about the crash, glad it was low speed and you aren't hurt. It's part of the sport. I went riding with a friend two days ago who hadn't ridden in years and he managed a low speed crash in soft dirt and broke two ribs. Might be related to him being 67. Ugh. But we got him fixed up.
I've been switching between an osprey Raptor 14 hydration pack an Evoc hip pack this year because I switched to a full-face helmet for the added protection/peace of mind. using the hoses so I don't have to take off the helmet. Before the full face just used the hip pack and caried a couple of water bottles and some tools and snacks. i got used to the extra weight. Once I start riding and focusing on the trail, I don't really notice the backpack.
Personally I like to ride with a water bottle in the cage, there’s nothing wrong with a water pack but that’s what I prefer, I have been taking my Trek Marlin 5 through some pretty bumpy tracks and the water bottle never falls out. Anyways love the vid!❤️
Thanks for content. . Water bottle and cage for me. I feel like the backpack gets nasty after a couple uses. . Also you are doing great riding. People will always have opinions on the internet . Everybody takes a fall .
I perfer not to carry anything on me I also find that strapping a hip bag between the levers Is a good bag option for me I like that I can see where all my stuff is
I think the bike is capable for that that trail and those features. I think crashing comes down to understanding your own limits and bike limits on the different features.
For rides longer than an hour I use a camelback but for just an hour ride I usually just have a water bottle on my bike And a spare tube attached to my frame with a frame strap. I used to have a little pump on my bottle cage too but I lost it sadly.
Been thoroughly enjoying these videos man, you're a really fun guy to watch, also really respect you not going all out on a super expensive bike, the mtb community really seems to make it seem like you need a $5000 bike to have fun but shredding on these budget bikes is just as fun and they're really capable for the majority of stuff for us casual riders who have no intentions of racing Enduro or downhill.
Bottle cage because I don't carry anything on my back anymore and your Trecks got 2 mounts as well. I've got one on order and I'm going to try not to take it straight out and stack it, but no promises,
I really like how some hardtails have room for two water bottles in frame. I have two of the side loading Specialized cages on my M size Cannondale Beast of the East and on 1-2 hour rides if I've hydrated properly I beforehand I can get away with that amount of water. On longer rides sometimes I loop back to my car to refill depending on the network. I like cargo type bike shorts (or with multiple pockets) and XC style bib under shorts with the rear pockets. Look at Specialized SWAT bibs for an example. If I can find a water source partway through a ride, it's possible for me to go more or less all day with tools and snacks etc stashed on my frame, and on jersey and shorts without a pack. I used to carry a CamelBak all the time but now I'd rather go smaller waist pack with bottles on frame. On a full day ride I could theoretically have two bottles on frame and two more in my waist pack.
Hopefully headed out to one of my local bike stores tomorrow to pick out a Trek Roscoe 7, super hyped! How do you feel the Recon Silver RL handles from your previous rides on the 7?
@@MattyActive Awesome to hear! Bike secured btw, probably headed back out tomorrow with the truck to get it! Today was my first time in a real bike store and I was pretty impressed. Super nice staff and they set the forks up for my height right there. They had also already converted the tires to tubeless before putting it out on the floor!
yo matty why don't you ride your polly over the hard tail you should make a video about it I have a 2021 d7 I love it since then my specialized hard tail isnt even fun to ride now tried going back on it.
Took my new Fuel Ex 5 for a ride & not sure if I’m digging the full suspension ride…thinking of switching to Roscoe series since I do love the beefier tires what ya think?
I always ride with a CamelBak. I usually keep a few tire levers, a spare tube, a patch kit, a CO2 pump, few CO2 cartridges, a multi-tool, small first aid kit, my phone, keys etc in my pack. Always nice to have those things so you can take care of small mechanical issues versus having to hike out of the trails.
I appreciate it when bike reviewers show views other than the cockpit the whole time. I know it's extra effort to get on and off and set up and tear down a tripod all the time, but the end result is worth it. Good work.
I like a backpack with my hydration in it along with all my tools and spares. It also helps when I take a tumble. It acts as back protection.
I enjoy your videos and commentary on your rides. Just a real guy, non professional rider, out having fun… like all of us! Keep up the content!
you have a great channel, keep it up.
I love the different angles and that you take the time to film yourself on the technical sections, it really makes it enjoyable for the viewers. That’s a great bike you have, we need more people riding Hardtails)
I second that. Loved the low bike mounted shots and third person views - really appreciated the effort to set up those greet shots.
It's always the little bumps that get you. You think, "I just went over a mountain. This little bump ain't gonna be nothing." Then you go flying over the handlebars.
Always respect the trail. It pays to pay attention.
Good video. 👍
I used to swear by backpacks and hydration until I tried riding with bottles and a hip pack. Now I try to leave as much stuff at home to avoid wearing a backpack. Only time I bring a hydration pack is when I’m going on an all day epic and need the extra hydration.
That is one hell of gnarly trail! Great angles and respect for tackling the chunk on the Roscoe. Rest up!
I much prefer the bottle cage. Wore a pack for years but always ended rides with a bunch of extra water and weight on my back. Recently, I got a real small frame bag that holds tire levers, keys, mini pump and a tube, and a bottle cage for water. Feels SO GREAT to ride without a backpack!!
That 108 hub was working for you on the rock features! Sweet vid.
your ripping with the new bike- that trails for a full sus bike and you making it look easy on the hard tail - love the video
My personal favorite is the hip pack with two 20 oz bottles and another 20 oz bottle on the bike. I find that squeeze bottles require less frequent cleaning as you don't put your mouth on it, and I get less sweaty with my back open. Hydration packs are great for longer days on the bike as you can carry more stuff.
Dude I've noticed the last few videos your line choice is savage, that POV camera shot from the rear wheel is awesome too.
I love climbing on my Roscoe. It has wider tires and less gears than my last bike, but still climbs better! And that was a scary fall on the rocks, I'm glad you're okay!!
You’re taking the tougher lines on that trail now, and really throwing the bike into the obstacles a lot more than you used to. I feel like you still look a little shaky on it, you’re still learning its balance points and how it reacts to different things. That rock would flip anyone over the bars! I just started wearing a pack, I like to carry my keys and phone in it, I don’t like things in my pockets when I ride. Also the mouthpiece stays clean, unlike the bottle.
I use a hydro flask ( vacuum bottle ) in a large side reach cage for shorter trips and cold weather runs with a hot beverage ( again it's a vacuum bottle ) . I will use a platypus large on very long trips in high temps .
You ate those big chunky rocks for breakfast bro! Conquering scary natural terrain is so fun!
Great Video! I like the different camera angles. And the Trek looks amazing 🤙🏾
Like rocky trails like this I run 28psi in the front and 30 psi in the rear. For traction control.
Nice riding on those tech sections! I run a Fidlock water bottle for short rides and a hip pack for pedal days 🤙🏾
Side load bottle cage for the Roscoe (easier to get bottle out with the limited frame space). Hip pack if I need any extra bottle. Just too damn hot for a CamelBak type bag in FL. Glad you and the bike are OK. My Oh-Shit moments can virtually always be related to fatigue.
I have a lightweight Camelbak pack and even though it's lightweight it's just too hot here in Florida sometimes to wear it. I grabbed a dirt Podium bottle from them and put it in my bottlecage and it's great cause the cap keeps the mud out of the valve.
One trick I do when the ride is too long for just a bottle is freeze a pack bladder that's half full with water. Then fill it up the rest of the way right before the ride. The iced temps on your back make the ride cooler! One thing that is good about bladders is they protect your back if you slam it when you go down. Like a watery back armor. It's important to remember that hard objects will actually hurt your back as well!! So pack any harder items to the side away from your spine. Learned that when I took up motorcycling.
Water backpack! Never ride w/o it now. Not because I *need* it, but just because I love being able to drink water literally whenever I want. It's addictive.
i love the roscoe for climbing. love the 52 tooth cog!
I haven't been here in some time. Just glad you're okay. Your footage and editing are much improved. Stay safe and keep it up!
On long rides. I always wear a waist pack with extra bottle along with my gear. Also still have water in my bottle cage. Extra water never hurts to carry around.
I always used the water pack(Camelback) to carry tools, parts and stuff to repair the bike...and of course lots of water.
Take care always Matty coz if you hurt yourself, we are gonna miss your adventures for sure 😜
Hey Matty! Thank you for your fun videos man! Your videos helped me make a decision on the bike! I got the Roscoe 9 and I'm thrilled with it! That thing is a beast!!!
Glad you're okay! That climbing you did at the top was awesome, I can't clean that part.
Quick run, in the cage is preferred, but the waist pack isn't bad either. Full water backpack on gnarly runs for extra back protection on crashes.
That Roscoe 9 but in crimson red is like my dream bike I might buy it soon. It would be the perfect hard tail for my trails.
Pack always. The convenience and efficiency of drinking from a pack while still being able to stay upright with both hands on the handlebars is worth it for me personally.
I found 2 stainless water thermos, they hold about 24 ox of water , I mount then on the adjustable water holder on my frame
In the summer here in Texas I have to ride with water in a backpack. I have a 3L Ogio pack that does the job. When it's not so hot and I don't need as much water I'm perfectly happy with a 24oz water bottle.
Good to know nothing is broken after rolling on those rocks. 👍
Regarding watter I prefer a bottle or two in the watter bottle cage(s). It depends on lenght of the ride and weather. In case of really long ride I carry some extra in my backpack along with all emergency items for Just in case.
Glad you are okay man! I love that you had multiple camera angles.
I definitely enjoy wide and clean dirt trails. Rocky and tree root trails are not fun for me. I'm 55 so I'm a bit more brittle than I use to be.
I've got a Trek Stache 9 that I've had for about five years and I still love riding it. It has two water bottle cages but I almost never use them. I always ride with a pack.
I eat an oily diet which for me means I need less water, I only hydrate before my ride and do not carry any water. I have done this for most rides in the Rocky mountains and now I ride at high altitude in the Mexican deserts and this works for me. I will carry water when I explore new trails and I use a bottle and cage, which keeps my back uncovered and puts the extra weight low and central on my bike.
when ever I feel like my front is stopped by a rock and I start to go over I just pull up on my bars and get the wheel out of the rut, glad youre ok!
Over here in Northern England (Yorkshire) to be precise, I go with the water bottle.
Some fantastic scenery there on your video, but a bit too rocky for my liking, as we like the river and canal bankings etc, where we can keep moving pretty quickly, but each to their own fella.
I've been reading up on the Trek Roscoe's and 7, 8 and 9 seem to be good bikes.
Keep the videos coming, and stay strong fella 🚴♀️
I hope you are ok. I am 12 and just started mountain biking and I have a trek roscoe 6 and your videos have helped me a lot.
for short rides i go water bottle and ditch the pack. It's expensive but check out the fidlock water bottle... it's a cageless / magnetic water bottle and it works great!
Great video, very grueling and dangerous trail. You proved that you and the bike are tough as nails
When I started biking I used a Camelback but I changed to a bottle and it's been a big imprrovement. I love the simplicity of it. I use a hip pack now instead of a backpack and I really like the mobility.
Subscribed! Great video. I’ve got the Roscoe 8 and absolutely love it. It takes everything I’ve thrown at it so far and I’ve crashed on it a few times no issues. I like to run a camelback backpack, it doubles as my back protector and carries my pads on easy sections, M20 multitool, and first aid kit (gauge and tape lol)
Thank you I appreciate it Robert!
Would be great if trek done the internal storage box for hardtails like they do on some of there new full suspension bike's 🙏
That's a pretty gnarly trail for a HT. I run a 160mm dual sys and want a HT as well. I've been swapping bikes with a friend who has a HT and on trails that I normally smash on my dual sus, on the HT every run a limb pops off the pedals/bars! You definitely need to keep awake on a HT and I like it.
1:43 rachat sounds wonderful
Dope vid man! I just moved to CO and have been catching up on your vids. I love the third person shots that show people more what the trail is actually like as opposed to the POV GoPro effect. I ride with a backpack because a lone bottle can't fit enough water for a long ride. If I'm at a bikepark, I'll just bring the bottle cage though.
Honestly, I am used to wearing a hydration pack. (Less chance of dirt getting into the water) though I do use the bottle as an electrolyte beverage holder or extra water. One thing I have learned is that the TYPE of hydration pack matters!
Not so much the cost as the purpose of the pack! The mountain bike-based packs are more comfortable on the shoulders and breathe a little better on the back. I hope that helps. I recommend the osprey raptor 14 as it has a place to store extra tube/Tools,Etc. I am glad your ok!
I always ride with a bottle and often also with a small hydration pack. I keep my electrolytic drink (usually gatorade) in the bottle and ofc pure water in the hydration pack. I mostly drink from the pack but will take more occasional drinks from the bottle to restock electrolytes. This way, I almost never run out of water and I like having something flavored to drink.
I have a Dakine around the waist pack that can hold two water bottles. I also have on bottle on the Honzo.
Nice one Matty,good to hear your good....and hope the bikes ok?stay safe 👍
Thank you! Bikes good also
Yo you should set up Cush Core on your Roscoe! It’s a tire liner that gives you so many benefits. Run tires at lower pressure, better cornering, better landing, better traction. I run it on my Slash and it’s freaking amazing. Love the videos
Ouch! Glad your ok. I use either or for hydration. Depends on where I'm riding.
I have both and prefer the cage but for longer rides and summertime sometimes you need more water. I now got a fanny pack water bladder and prefer it over the pack. Still some room for snacks and tools.
Used a camelback for years. It was useful for serious riding but it always grossed me out a bit. And a pain to clean and dry. Recent seasons I just use a bottle. Or put a bottle in the camelback backpack along w tools etc. No more bladder.
King or silca bottle cages. I dont like having stuff on my back either especially when its hot.
I've deinstalled the bottle cage of my bike, because I don't use it much and it's in the way to mount the bike on the bikerack. I use a USWE backpack with water reservoir. If I want a bottle on the bike again it would be a Fidlock. Nice Roscoe by the way. I can pick up my Roscoe 9 in red this week.
I haven’t made it Floyd Hill yet, looks like the Roscoe handled it pretty well. Great video as usual!
Thank you! Definitely check it out. It’s rough but tons of alternate lines
I have 2 watter bottle cages on my 22 R8 and I also use a Bontrager waist bag that holds 2 liters of water and it also has a spot for an extra water bottle as well. So no need for a backpack anymore.
Look into cutting your dropper post cable down a little.
I like to have bottle cages just in case. I don’t always want to wear a bag, especially if I’m just messing around in the neighborhood or at the park. It’s also nice to have them as an option if I’m in town and grab a bottled drink.
We just upgraded to the Fanny pack with bladder from back pack with bladder. At first it was a little strange after not wearing a Fanny pack since the 80’s but we love them. Perfect size for those trips when you can refill the 1.5l but on longer trips I’d take the 3l in the backpack. I always feel like the plastic water bottles make the water taste like plastic. I use my cage to hold the dog water when we ride/run together.
I always take a pack. At this point I'm completely used to it, and it allows me to carry everything I take in one place. Back when I got it, one of the reasons was that I din't like the feeling of water moving around in the bottle.
I know I’m late with this response (I just came across your channel a few days ago). I usually use a bottle in a cage like you have there, as well as a camelbak. For one, I drink a lot of water when I ride but secondly, I discovered that the camelbak provided excellent protection for my back when I went over the handlebars, one time. I’ve ridden with the camelbak ever since, whether I wanted to carry the extra weight or not.
Well done. I'm glad you are okay!
I like the hip pack if I need extra water. 1st bottle on the bike though.
Bottle cage & hip pack with another bottle (if hot out). Used to wear Camelbak but it’s too hot on my back.
I used to debate the whole bottle or pack. Now, i just have the pack all set, multi tool, tube, first aid kit🤣. Fill up the bladder and throw in a couple protein bars and I'm good to go. That was some techy stuff glad you and the bike are okay. I had a similar crash over some roots the other day, not my finest moment but we ride on. 🤣
You have a nice bike bro I’m waiting that bike the roscoe 2022 here in ksa but sadly it’s not available.
I put cold water bottles (e.g. Aquafina) in the "cold area" of my backpack where a bladder would go. Keeps 'em nice 'n cool. Sometimes I may move one of them to the bottle cage if it's especially hot out. Good job on the 'external view' shots, btw! The low-view from the bike is awesome! Sorry about the crash, glad it was low speed and you aren't hurt. It's part of the sport. I went riding with a friend two days ago who hadn't ridden in years and he managed a low speed crash in soft dirt and broke two ribs. Might be related to him being 67. Ugh. But we got him fixed up.
I've been switching between an osprey Raptor 14 hydration pack an Evoc hip pack this year because I switched to a full-face helmet for the added protection/peace of mind. using the hoses so I don't have to take off the helmet. Before the full face just used the hip pack and caried a couple of water bottles and some tools and snacks. i got used to the extra weight. Once I start riding and focusing on the trail, I don't really notice the backpack.
Personally I like to ride with a water bottle in the cage, there’s nothing wrong with a water pack but that’s what I prefer, I have been taking my Trek Marlin 5 through some pretty bumpy tracks and the water bottle never falls out. Anyways love the vid!❤️
Glad you didn't get hurt, going head over heels is really scary, holy crap!
Thanks for content. .
Water bottle and cage for me. I feel like the backpack gets nasty after a couple uses. .
Also you are doing great riding. People will always have opinions on the internet . Everybody takes a fall .
2 Bottles cage !
:) I dont like the feeling of a backpack... but sometime I lost the bottle :(
Damn! Hope everything is okay. And i really do like bottles over backpack. I get rashes on my shoulders from the straps
I perfer not to carry anything on me I also find that strapping a hip bag between the levers Is a good bag option for me I like that I can see where all my stuff is
I think a hip pack is the best compromise but I just ride with a bottle in the frame and a tube strap in the frame.
Sick ride! If you ain't first, you're last.
I think the bike is capable for that that trail and those features. I think crashing comes down to understanding your own limits and bike limits on the different features.
For rides longer than an hour I use a camelback but for just an hour ride I usually just have a water bottle on my bike And a spare tube attached to my frame with a frame strap. I used to have a little pump on my bottle cage too but I lost it sadly.
one thing..pads and protective gear...Just in case because there are no replaceable parts on the body..
Glad you and the bike are good 👍🏽🙏🏽
I run a Camelbak. I got tired of having to stop and climb back up after my water bottles.
Been thoroughly enjoying these videos man, you're a really fun guy to watch, also really respect you not going all out on a super expensive bike, the mtb community really seems to make it seem like you need a $5000 bike to have fun but shredding on these budget bikes is just as fun and they're really capable for the majority of stuff for us casual riders who have no intentions of racing Enduro or downhill.
This is NOT a budget bike at all! This bike brand new is just under 3k $2,722 is what I spent out the door
Bottle cage because I don't carry anything on my back anymore and your Trecks got 2 mounts as well.
I've got one on order and I'm going to try not to take it straight out and stack it, but no promises,
I really like how some hardtails have room for two water bottles in frame. I have two of the side loading Specialized cages on my M size Cannondale Beast of the East and on 1-2 hour rides if I've hydrated properly I beforehand I can get away with that amount of water. On longer rides sometimes I loop back to my car to refill depending on the network. I like cargo type bike shorts (or with multiple pockets) and XC style bib under shorts with the rear pockets. Look at Specialized SWAT bibs for an example. If I can find a water source partway through a ride, it's possible for me to go more or less all day with tools and snacks etc stashed on my frame, and on jersey and shorts without a pack.
I used to carry a CamelBak all the time but now I'd rather go smaller waist pack with bottles on frame. On a full day ride I could theoretically have two bottles on frame and two more in my waist pack.
Hopefully headed out to one of my local bike stores tomorrow to pick out a Trek Roscoe 7, super hyped! How do you feel the Recon Silver RL handles from your previous rides on the 7?
I think it can handle all the trails I’ve ridden for sure.
@@MattyActive Awesome to hear! Bike secured btw, probably headed back out tomorrow with the truck to get it! Today was my first time in a real bike store and I was pretty impressed. Super nice staff and they set the forks up for my height right there. They had also already converted the tires to tubeless before putting it out on the floor!
Your bike is so quiet on the trail especially over those rocky sections!
Water, depends on how hot it is outside. I don’t like the pack on really hot days.
bottle cage. i think it’s better if you get the side load bottle cage.
yo matty why don't you ride your polly over the hard tail you should make a video about it I have a 2021 d7 I love it since then my specialized hard tail isnt even fun to ride now tried going back on it.
Have you bought the PNW Coast dropper yet? It has 40mm of air suspension and it's built for a hardtail....
Nice yet but plan to for my Marlin 6
@@MattyActive Awesome. I am looking forward to the next video with this dropper.
Hydration pack for me. It’s easier for me to drink than using a bottle
What made you get the Roscoe over the Fuse Comp?
I like the more nimble feeling of the Roscoe
Took my new Fuel Ex 5 for a ride & not sure if I’m digging the full suspension ride…thinking of switching to Roscoe series since I do love the beefier tires what ya think?