Iv'e got the C2 version, amazing bike & review is on point. Small items like the cable routing & magnet on the spokes are quickly forgotten when you point this bike downhill! I set the steps system up so Eco is high assist, Trail / Boost I set to low assist, this configuration I did a 50km ride with 1500 vert metres no sweat. The C2 model comes with basic forks, I knew the Zeb fork wasn't far away so, one is on order.
My buddy won't even let us stop our weekly ride to rest if an ebike is nearby. Absolutely hates the idea. I'd probably buy one if money wasn't currently the issue. And we're in our late 40's
Good news - there's a full comparative feature between the Sight VLT vs eOne-Sixty that has just gone live on the website: flowmountainbike.com/tests/2020-merida-eone-sixty-vs-2020-norco-sight-vlt-29er/ There won't be a video to go with it unfortunately - we're a small team of two here at Flow, so our resources are a bit limited when it comes to running a website, managing all our social media channels, and producing videos. You'll see we have a tonne more reviews, articles and stories over on the main website, and while we'd love to do a video to go along with each one, it just wouldn't be possible. Hopefully that makes the videos we can do a little more special, and you can see the effort we go to in producing them. We really put in a lot of time to properly test and critique the bikes we have on review, so I hope that comes across in the videos and in the full written reviews. Apologies for the long response, but hopefully that provides some context. [Wil]
@@FlowMountainBikeUA-cam your previous reviews helped me decide on the Sight VLT C2 27.5. Got great info from you guys when these bikes were very new and details were scarce. Love your work and ...love your job! If you need any help I'd be keen to apply!
Cheers mate! The GoPro footage for this one was shot at Mt Tarrengower near Maldon in Victoria, which I shot while I was conducting the range test. [Wil]
Cheers mate, and great question! It kinda depends on the type of trail, but on faster and rougher descents I'm faster on the VLT for sure - it's about 8kg heavier than the Sight A1 I tested earlier this year, and it also has heavier wheels and sticky DoubleDown tyres, so it absolutely ploughs! For a light rider like me, it inspires more confidence too, since it's so calm and stable at speed. But if the trail is tight and twisty, and it requires more pedalling over the 25 km/h motor cutoff, then the non-motorised version becomes the more nimble and quicker of the two. [Wil]
I’d recommend the Small for sure. I’m 175cm tall and riding a Medium, and it’s still a big bike. If I were any shorter I’d be looking at the Small, so at your height of 165cm that would be the way to go. [Wil]
Flow Mountain Bike thank you so much for getting back to me! Wil, you are the man!!! Also, thank you for the great content, the production quality is top notch!
I've not ridden the Range VLT, but personally I honestly don't think I'd need anymore than this Sight VLT - it's a pretty big bike already, and it's hella capable. If I were choosing between the two, I'd definitely go Sight VLT. [Wil]
Oh the yellow valve caps? Those are Peaty's Dee-Dars (or 'Push-Ons'), which are silicone valve caps that look like little penises. I don't think they've available anymore, which is a shame. [Wil]
Oh that's an easy one - definitely get two of these - then you can give one to your mate and go riding yieeewwww! Cars are boring anyway, though that might explain why my own car is 1/3rd of the price of this bike :-) [Wil]
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Iv'e got the C2 version, amazing bike & review is on point.
Small items like the cable routing & magnet on the spokes are quickly forgotten when you point this bike downhill!
I set the steps system up so Eco is high assist, Trail / Boost I set to low assist, this configuration I did a 50km ride with 1500 vert metres no sweat.
The C2 model comes with basic forks, I knew the Zeb fork wasn't far away so, one is on order.
Price bro?
Damn man this review is next level detail, great work! Got me subbing, keen to see more of your stuff, great for newbies like me :)
Great Review!
I love how you can directly compare to established players in the market, so I know exactly how it performs
That's what we're here to do, so it's great to hear you found the review useful M8! [Wil]
This has to be the channel that does the best reviews.
Thanks for the kind words Oskar, much appreciated! [Wil]
That’s a super-informative review! Great job!
Thanks for the kind words Geoff, and cheers for watching! [Wil]
These E bike prices are nuts!
Love the style Will!!!
My buddy won't even let us stop our weekly ride to rest if an ebike is nearby. Absolutely hates the idea. I'd probably buy one if money wasn't currently the issue. And we're in our late 40's
Great in-depth video will
Cheers mate, thanks for watching and for the feedback! [Wil]
Will there still be a norco VLT vs Merida e-160 vid coming?
Good news - there's a full comparative feature between the Sight VLT vs eOne-Sixty that has just gone live on the website: flowmountainbike.com/tests/2020-merida-eone-sixty-vs-2020-norco-sight-vlt-29er/
There won't be a video to go with it unfortunately - we're a small team of two here at Flow, so our resources are a bit limited when it comes to running a website, managing all our social media channels, and producing videos. You'll see we have a tonne more reviews, articles and stories over on the main website, and while we'd love to do a video to go along with each one, it just wouldn't be possible. Hopefully that makes the videos we can do a little more special, and you can see the effort we go to in producing them. We really put in a lot of time to properly test and critique the bikes we have on review, so I hope that comes across in the videos and in the full written reviews.
Apologies for the long response, but hopefully that provides some context. [Wil]
Flow Mountain Bike awesome thanks, great review and love the comparative feature. Keep up the good work👍
@@FlowMountainBikeUA-cam your previous reviews helped me decide on the Sight VLT C2 27.5. Got great info from you guys when these bikes were very new and details were scarce. Love your work and ...love your job! If you need any help I'd be keen to apply!
Nice review! Anyone know where these trails are? Cheers!
Cheers mate! The GoPro footage for this one was shot at Mt Tarrengower near Maldon in Victoria, which I shot while I was conducting the range test. [Wil]
Flow Mountain Bike. Thanks for the reply, I thought it looked familiar. 👍
Great vid guys
Thanks Luke! [Wil]
Nice work Will! But are you faster DH on this bike or the non motorised version of the 2020 Sight 29er? id bet your quicker on the non motorised bike!
Cheers mate, and great question! It kinda depends on the type of trail, but on faster and rougher descents I'm faster on the VLT for sure - it's about 8kg heavier than the Sight A1 I tested earlier this year, and it also has heavier wheels and sticky DoubleDown tyres, so it absolutely ploughs! For a light rider like me, it inspires more confidence too, since it's so calm and stable at speed. But if the trail is tight and twisty, and it requires more pedalling over the 25 km/h motor cutoff, then the non-motorised version becomes the more nimble and quicker of the two. [Wil]
I find the super deluxe feels nicer with a few tokens in, nowhere near as linear,have one on my nuke proof mega
Beautiful
At 165cm tall, would you recommend the size small or medium? I seem to be right between both sizes.
I’d recommend the Small for sure. I’m 175cm tall and riding a Medium, and it’s still a big bike. If I were any shorter I’d be looking at the Small, so at your height of 165cm that would be the way to go. [Wil]
Flow Mountain Bike thank you so much for getting back to me! Wil, you are the man!!! Also, thank you for the great content, the production quality is top notch!
sight vlt or range vlt ??what would you pick Will ?
I've not ridden the Range VLT, but personally I honestly don't think I'd need anymore than this Sight VLT - it's a pretty big bike already, and it's hella capable. If I were choosing between the two, I'd definitely go Sight VLT. [Wil]
what tubeless valves? or caps are on the bike?
Oh the yellow valve caps? Those are Peaty's Dee-Dars (or 'Push-Ons'), which are silicone valve caps that look like little penises. I don't think they've available anymore, which is a shame. [Wil]
I like your hair
2 of these vs a brand new car?
Oh that's an easy one - definitely get two of these - then you can give one to your mate and go riding yieeewwww! Cars are boring anyway, though that might explain why my own car is 1/3rd of the price of this bike :-) [Wil]
@@FlowMountainBikeUA-cam Please suggest a good and cheap divorce attorney :)
@@Wonka_Tonka Sry, they are not available, too busy riding EBikes....
moist
Too heavy. Orbea Rise is coming in around 35lbs
Never trust a review from a guy with moustache