Good news everyone. RSD has renewed my discount code. So now you can get 5% of any bike, frame, or other item in their website using code "party." Note: sale items do not apply. Thanks Alex!
Hey, I am thinking about buying a Specialized Chisel (XC hard tail) or a Specialized Fuse (trail hard tail) as they are similarly priced. I know the Chisel has slimmer tires and less travel compared to Fuse but I can't seem to find any UA-cam videos comparing how these bikes feel to the rider, fun factor, climbing ability etc. There are no mountains where I live so its mostly singletrack cross country type stuff with some moderate ups and downs and technical features. I already have a FS trail bike but I feel overbiked. Are you able to make video comparing these type of bikes that are somewhat similar? If not, any info would be appreciated.
My hands were sweating just watching you guys ride that. Insane skill you guys have developed. I hope to go to sedona this fall. I just ordered myself a nukeproof scout 275 expert. I cannot wait to shred arizona trails with hardtail locals.
Uuuuugh, I want to go to Sedona. So many cool trails. Maybe by the time we're allowed to leave Australia I can wrangle a trip over there. Thanks for keeping at it Steve.
I once did the AES Big Friggin Loop on my Soma B-side Ssp w/ rigid fork. Broke my saddle rails off at about the creek crossing, rode another 50 mi to finish & only hated a couple of the trails.
I am running that Sektor fork and it needs the max amount of volume spacers (2) in it or an MRP ramp control if you want to run it hard. Otherwise you bottom out of hucks and jumps
Hey... i really appreciate your channel and videos that gives love to hardtails! I was wondering about your thoughts about my hardtail setup. I have a Cannondale trail 5 2018 model and i did a huge overhaul on my bike. I now have a Rockshox recon RL air fork, SRAM GX eagle drive train, shifter , cranks and DUB BB, PNW Rainier dropper post, and other minor changes like new grips and pedals. I’m also going to upgrade the stem to a shorter one and a wider handlebar. But the geometry of the head tube angle is 71 deg, and seat tube angle is 73 deg. Im wondering what my disadvantages or advantages of having these degrees will be for me?
Love your videos! Have you completely switched to medium size middlechild now? I’m 5’ 7” and inseam is 30”. I have 425mm reach on my full suspension size small and I feel like it is slightly cramped for me. I want to hopefully learn from someone else’s mistakes!
Hello Steve, my steel bottom bracket shell has to cilinders glued to it and the threads are on these cilinders. I googled it but nothing. I have asked many people and nobody knows.
@@hardtailparty Ah sorry. I have a steel frame. The bottom bracket has no threads and it's thin. I has like two threaded "rings" to which the bottom bracket is threaded. I suspect it's a way to cut expenses and I worry such a thin bottom bracket might not last too long (and I bought steel hoping it would last longer in time)
I forgot to mention that if you aren't running 29" wheels on your single speed, you should. The increased wheel size will help you gain more momentum and hold it while you're attacking steeper climbs. You'll get up the steep climbs with more practice. Guaranteed.
Good news everyone. RSD has renewed my discount code. So now you can get 5% of any bike, frame, or other item in their website using code "party." Note: sale items do not apply. Thanks Alex!
Hey, I am thinking about buying a Specialized Chisel (XC hard tail) or a Specialized Fuse (trail hard tail) as they are similarly priced. I know the Chisel has slimmer tires and less travel compared to Fuse but I can't seem to find any UA-cam videos comparing how these bikes feel to the rider, fun factor, climbing ability etc. There are no mountains where I live so its mostly singletrack cross country type stuff with some moderate ups and downs and technical features. I already have a FS trail bike but I feel overbiked. Are you able to make video comparing these type of bikes that are somewhat similar? If not, any info would be appreciated.
What a landscape that is. My word!
You're pumping out tons of content. Appreciate it Steve. Also Hangover on a SS hardtail? Mad skills.
I can see how the fat plus tires work well on the Sedona rocks.
My new favorite video to watch while on the rower
My hands were sweating just watching you guys ride that. Insane skill you guys have developed. I hope to go to sedona this fall. I just ordered myself a nukeproof scout 275 expert. I cannot wait to shred arizona trails with hardtail locals.
WoW !! super fun to ride with you (virtually). 🤞🏻one day will be real.. the scenery 😍 Thanks Peter and K-ro
Great riding. You hit stuff on a single speed I couldn’t do with my eagle gear! You are a beast!
Thanks man. It helps that I've ridden this trail a time or two. It's amazing how quickly a singlespeed forces you to get in shape.
What a beautiful landscape! I'd stop every few meters enjoying these awesome views.
Great biking skills!
Ss smashing it! I start grunting in the car park . Now that I know I’ll save it for the big climbs
I find myself moving my phone around to help Steve move over and around features. 😂
I always watch videos! Single speed is simple and I love it. I also love hard tails, so I'm looking forward to it next time!
Uuuuugh, I want to go to Sedona. So many cool trails. Maybe by the time we're allowed to leave Australia I can wrangle a trip over there. Thanks for keeping at it Steve.
We'll all breathe a huge sigh of relief when Covid-19 is behind us. Hit me up if you're ever in Sedona.
@@hardtailparty Equally, if you can get to Canberra, we have plenty here to show you... I think you'd enjoy Mount Stromlo Forest Park a lot.
Great ride Steve, that single speed HT on Hangover was incredible!
The ti middle child ROCKS as a single speed. I love this little bike.
I once did the AES Big Friggin Loop on my Soma B-side Ssp w/ rigid fork. Broke my saddle rails off at about the creek crossing, rode another 50 mi to finish & only hated a couple of the trails.
That sounds awful with broken saddle rails. Props for finishing that loop, it's a big one.
Love uphilling on a SSMTB!
Picking up my titanium motobecane 12 speed HT tomorrow. Can't wait.
That build came out sweet. Need to get you some stubby bar ends. It makes a noticeable difference on those steep climbs.
You guys killed it! I love hitting short, punch climbs on SS. Hangover looks tough on any bike much less a SS.
I wish I had a Sektor to call cheap lmao. I'm on a Recon RL, so....
Thanks for “party” code for RSD. Ordered the middlechild a month ago and code was not active. Alex now applying the code. Awesome. Thanks so much.
Alex is the man. He's so great to work with. I was stoked that he opened up the code again for my viewers.
Great stuff!!! Single Speed for the win!!! 👍👍💪💪💪💪💪
I am running that Sektor fork and it needs the max amount of volume spacers (2) in it or an MRP ramp control if you want to run it hard. Otherwise you bottom out of hucks and jumps
Yeah, I need to get another spacer for it.
I've tried SS in flagstaff, but the elevation air is killer coming from phoenix. Lots of walking lol
Agreed, SS in flag is tough. I've got an upcoming video of a ss ride in flag. Stay tuned.
Brutal. Looks hard even for a full suspension with gears.
What gearing are you running?
looks like an awesome trail!
i'm jelly! awesome riding.
Beautiful video bro
You should try fixed gear on a cross country trail. You love single speed on this, you will love fixie on cross country trails.
what gear ratio are you runnung on the single speed?
very cool stuff. I notice you normally run with a Wahoo Bolt, but not on this ride. Any particular reason?
Hey... i really appreciate your channel and videos that gives love to hardtails! I was wondering about your thoughts about my hardtail setup. I have a Cannondale trail 5 2018 model and i did a huge overhaul on my bike. I now have a Rockshox recon RL air fork, SRAM GX eagle drive train, shifter , cranks and DUB BB, PNW Rainier dropper post, and other minor changes like new grips and pedals. I’m also going to upgrade the stem to a shorter one and a wider handlebar. But the geometry of the head tube angle is 71 deg, and seat tube angle is 73 deg. Im wondering what my disadvantages or advantages of having these degrees will be for me?
I also upgraded the tires to Maxxis DHF and DHR 29x2.3.
Awesome riding Steve!! Your a beast. I'm so impressed with how well the 130 fork handled that trail.
How do you think a 120 would do?
Depends on how smooth you are. :) I think 120 would be fine, provided you were on an aggressive bike like the middle child or banshee paradox.
Love your videos! Have you completely switched to medium size middlechild now? I’m 5’ 7” and inseam is 30”. I have 425mm reach on my full suspension size small and I feel like it is slightly cramped for me. I want to hopefully learn from someone else’s mistakes!
I ride the small for bikepacking and the med for all other rides.
Hello Steve, my steel bottom bracket shell has to cilinders glued to it and the threads are on these cilinders. I googled it but nothing. I have asked many people and nobody knows.
I don't understand the question. Sounds like you have a carbon frame
@@hardtailparty Ah sorry. I have a steel frame. The bottom bracket has no threads and it's thin. I has like two threaded "rings" to which the bottom bracket is threaded. I suspect it's a way to cut expenses and I worry such a thin bottom bracket might not last too long (and I bought steel hoping it would last longer in time)
Was your friend Cody riding the same 32/18 as in the last SS video? Hangover with a SS hardtail, pretty awesome.
Yes, he's a beast
hardtail party what gearing were you using Steve? Thanks for providing us Hardtail guys excellent content, keep up the amazing videos !
What a legend 🤘
I forgot to mention that if you aren't running 29" wheels on your single speed, you should. The increased wheel size will help you gain more momentum and hold it while you're attacking steeper climbs. You'll get up the steep climbs with more practice. Guaranteed.
I've tried both 29 and 27.5+ on my singlespeed. I prefer the plus tires for sedona riding.
Single speed the plan for my sergeant. I can't go back to gears lol
I see dude rockin the barends for leverage. What gearing are you using?
I'm on 34/22 and Cody is on 33/18.
@@hardtailparty Nice. Think I'll setup a steel frame I have as a single speed with barends for different hand positions
AWESOME!!!!!
SS. All about momentum . :))
😳😳😳😳
I don't understand single speed riding. They invented gears last century!
You don't know what you're missing. By that logic, we should all give up our bikes for hoverboards.
@@hardtailparty Haha! Being a larger rider it looks grueling. A hoverboard sounds awesome btw.