Can I say that this is one of the few places I can look for truly unbiased and honest reviews that don't feel clearly sponsored? Thanks you SO MUCH for putting this content out there for people who want a serious opinion on these bikes!
How long was the timed lap & what were their individual times. That "%" spec was worthless. For instance: "tied for 3rd slowest" - as opposed to what? Individual times for each section of the lap would've helped us as well... The "timed" lap part was useless in it's ambiguity.
Next year we will get more specific with our timed testing, but honestly don't read TOO much into anyone's timed testing... there are SO many variables. We do have a video with some more info on our test laps here: ua-cam.com/video/ogErvreejfs/v-deo.html
Dont know if anyone cares but if you guys are bored like me during the covid times you can stream pretty much all of the latest series on Instaflixxer. Have been binge watching with my girlfriend for the last couple of weeks :)
Nice review! I appreciate the comments on the compression tune. If I had known my SB150 was going to have such a bad tune I would have gone with factory suspension
Wow, haven't seen an Angry Asian sticker in a looooong time. James added a lockout control to my 1999 RS SID back in the day, and sent me one of those stickers...
So y’all had to flip upside down the stem and didn’t like the shock, dropper or lock out but still complaining about the pound and a half on the Trail Pistol? Idk man
So I’m really trying to wrap my head around why you guys run such a low sag point. To be a company that is testing bikes but doesn’t understand that damping and spring rate are two completely different things really kills me. You don’t accommodate for damper with spring rate. Spring rate is for shock position, damping is for characteristics and performance of the shock. The fact that you ran probably ~10 percent more sag seriously changes the geo in a way that is not intended and I don’t believe that this is a very well concluded test given that the rear shock set up is such an important part of a cross country bike (or a fs bike). EVEN SO... if you’re testing a bike you should RIDE THE BIKE WITH THE DAMPER TUNE INTENDED AND THEN COMMENT ON THAT. That’s what a review is. The other parts of the review were well concluded but I just can’t skip over the fact you made such a rookie setup mistake as a legitimate bike review company. Come on guys
Seth Page I have a foxy. From mondraker direct it runs best at 27 %. There is no way in hell a downcountry bike runs more than 30 percent. But that again is not the issue. ✌️
Don’t give mondraker the credits of specing a xtr groupset. While it has a xtr mech and cranks, mondraker hide the fact that it has a xtr shifter and cassette.
Mondraker is so shit for the money lol. I don't know why anyone buys their bikes, you can get WAY better bikes than what they offer at all price points.
Down country? U mean upduro right?
😂
Can I say that this is one of the few places I can look for truly unbiased and honest reviews that don't feel clearly sponsored? Thanks you SO MUCH for putting this content out there for people who want a serious opinion on these bikes!
1:11 have u seen the handelbar just bending. Crazy.
That's an xc bike for you lol
@@nickfillipi3221 Yeah. Lol. I am actually a XC rider.
they call it complience.
How long was the timed lap & what were their individual times. That "%" spec was worthless. For instance: "tied for 3rd slowest" - as opposed to what? Individual times for each section of the lap would've helped us as well... The "timed" lap part was useless in it's ambiguity.
Next year we will get more specific with our timed testing, but honestly don't read TOO much into anyone's timed testing... there are SO many variables. We do have a video with some more info on our test laps here: ua-cam.com/video/ogErvreejfs/v-deo.html
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Dont know if anyone cares but if you guys are bored like me during the covid times you can stream pretty much all of the latest series on Instaflixxer. Have been binge watching with my girlfriend for the last couple of weeks :)
@Nikolai Grady yup, I have been watching on instaflixxer for since november myself :)
Nice review! I appreciate the comments on the compression tune. If I had known my SB150 was going to have such a bad tune I would have gone with factory suspension
Mondrakers always look good
muzik 00:11 ??? please!!!
Dark Daze by Mikey Geige
I love that I watch this video even though this is literally €6000 above my budget😂
i love this dude
This is a cross country bike. The frame and the geometry are awesome.
Wow, haven't seen an Angry Asian sticker in a looooong time. James added a lockout control to my 1999 RS SID back in the day, and sent me one of those stickers...
Two words: fan giveaway!!! I want it.
was only at the video's end i found out you were talking about the rr and not the r
All other bike reviews are now private videos, what's wrong?
Because one after another will be unlocked
I wonder if the compression tune of the rear shock would perform better for a heavier rider.
Can you guys actually review the bike for the purpose that it was built for?
What is the perfect Size for 170cm Tall ?
So y’all had to flip upside down the stem and didn’t like the shock, dropper or lock out but still complaining about the pound and a half on the Trail Pistol? Idk man
anyone know the intro song?
The new alpine bike:downcountry= light and capable!
Where are the mikes
Now we all know Levy's REAL first name is Kyle.
Kyle Micycle Levy
Levy we see you trying to trade monsters to keep up your energy drink addiction!
cant believe how small that headtube is
It feels really composed going down but 5 seconds later the rear shock ramps up too quickly and pitches you forward on the descents? Lol
what is down country? I'm soooo confused! hahaha
Downcountry = trail. It sells better.
It was so much easier when bikes were, xc, trail, all mountain, dh 😂😂😂
@@dannyoc3266 what's all mountain?
James Warner it’s got rebranded as enduro 😂😂😂
So I’m really trying to wrap my head around why you guys run such a low sag point. To be a company that is testing bikes but doesn’t understand that damping and spring rate are two completely different things really kills me. You don’t accommodate for damper with spring rate. Spring rate is for shock position, damping is for characteristics and performance of the shock. The fact that you ran probably ~10 percent more sag seriously changes the geo in a way that is not intended and I don’t believe that this is a very well concluded test given that the rear shock set up is such an important part of a cross country bike (or a fs bike). EVEN SO... if you’re testing a bike you should RIDE THE BIKE WITH THE DAMPER TUNE INTENDED AND THEN COMMENT ON THAT. That’s what a review is. The other parts of the review were well concluded but I just can’t skip over the fact you made such a rookie setup mistake as a legitimate bike review company. Come on guys
Mondrakers are generally run wth 30-32% sag. They weren't that much over stock.
Seth Page I have a foxy. From mondraker direct it runs best at 27 %. There is no way in hell a downcountry bike runs more than 30 percent. But that again is not the issue. ✌️
And the podium goes to Nino and scott spark.😂🤣
Но голландец передает привет)
😯😍
Is it harsh to say that I would much much rather see Mike and Mike do all the field test vids.
I'm guessing they wanted gender and racial diversity...
harsh isn't the word that comes to mind.
1:11 I looked twenty times
Right? Bar flex, frame flex, and blowing through travel. Downcountry does not cover huck-to-flat, lol
I only like it because it sounds like moonraper from jay and silent bob strike back. Starring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon
Mondaker always up there with the best looks but it’s always so far down in the value per dollar spent it needs ins own category
I like Mike require at least 2/4 monster a day for refreshment 🤣
The pedaling performance is great, but all the pros riding it have the seat slammed as far back as possible..lol.
Don’t give mondraker the credits of specing a xtr groupset. While it has a xtr mech and cranks, mondraker hide the fact that it has a xtr shifter and cassette.
Us mear mortals wont buy a moondraker on our best day. If i had 8.5k to blow on a bike it would be a yeti 🤘
It still looks like an enduro bike
35% sag? Jeez
Dentist bike $$$$$$
Slam or scram guys this ain't no cruiser
155 pounds naked with no Camelback,helmet,gloves,and shoes,headlight....
So much money and not even carbon wheels..
Great info, but man was that some sterile and emotionless talking. Like watching polar opposite of GMBN lol. Thanx for the video.
Exactly my thoughts as well. It feels like they are reading a script. IMO Mike and Mike were more enjoyable ranting about trail bikes.
@James Huang BIG HAND MOVEMENTS AND EXCITED EXPRESSIONS!
Mondraker is so shit for the money lol. I don't know why anyone buys their bikes, you can get WAY better bikes than what they offer at all price points.
Bc if ur rich, they look reaaaly nice