Are Steel Hardtails Relevant in a Full Suspension World?

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  • Опубликовано: 24 июл 2024
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Комментарии • 95

  • @CobraKyle
    @CobraKyle  Год назад +12

    Knolly reached out to me and sent me the missing dropper post cable grommet. Now that's service!

  • @fowoow
    @fowoow Год назад +5

    Just found this on my fyp page, how do you not have more subscribers?! The production quality is awesome, awesome bike, good jokes, great video!

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +2

      Thanks so much! That's very kind of you to say!

  • @kenyanettingham1818
    @kenyanettingham1818 Год назад +1

    Glad to see your back out there making content, really appreciate it.

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +1

      Thanks so much! It's nice to be back

  • @vicd5004
    @vicd5004 Год назад +1

    Congrats on that nice bike, Kylester!!! Great to see you on here!

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +1

      Thanks mom. Now everyone knows my real name!

  • @punklizard21
    @punklizard21 Год назад +1

    I picked one up in DEC-2022. Love this bike. I just got back from Bentonville (Apri 2023) where I finally got to take it out on it's first ride. Mostly doing laps in Coler, and a visit to the Railyard. Watching you ride definitely helps reassure that this bike can do plenty more than I'm willing to throw at it.

  • @Dempsey222
    @Dempsey222 Год назад +1

    Awesome hardtail. Enjoy your new bike.

  • @Chan1881
    @Chan1881 Год назад +1

    Congrats on getting your dream hardtail *and* the free Lyrik upgrade! 🎉

  • @user-dk7yd9um8j
    @user-dk7yd9um8j Год назад +1

    Congrats on the Knolly and the Spot!

  • @ryanrayburn1894
    @ryanrayburn1894 Год назад +7

    He’s still got it!! Everyone doubted you, they all said “cobra can’t come back, he sucks now.” Well I always believed in you!… You make me want a hardtail, great video!

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +2

      Not totally a washed up hack yet....yet. I knew you always believed in me!

    • @Manwichman
      @Manwichman Год назад +1

      Who said that? What a 💩 thing to say to anyone. What happened?

    • @ryanrayburn1894
      @ryanrayburn1894 Год назад

      @@Manwichman every has been saying it for years... its all over the internet, just google it

  • @Biking_with_Akiva
    @Biking_with_Akiva Год назад +1

    Sick... Dope color 🔥

  • @ginogetsshreddy_mtb86
    @ginogetsshreddy_mtb86 Год назад +1

    HE’S BACK!!! Heck yeah Kyle that’s a nice bike congrats!

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +1

      Hey Gino! Thanks dude!

  • @willienillie6337
    @willienillie6337 Год назад +3

    wow one thing I saw on this video that I need to get for my bike is the internal post grommet. Mine is missing. Have no idea where it went.

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +1

      I need to order one too haha. It's only 2 bucks, but I never really think about it.

  • @kjracz15
    @kjracz15 Год назад +1

    That "thank you" made me laugh. You got a sub. 😁

  • @walken199
    @walken199 Год назад +1

    Great to see you back, please don’t leave us waiting like this again.

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +1

      Thank you! I hope not to have to take such a long break again.

  • @LukaszHCHT
    @LukaszHCHT Год назад +1

    Just bought mine yesterday... can't wait to take it out from the box when it's delivered

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +2

      Congratulations! It's such an awesome bike. Was riding it last night.

    • @LukaszHCHT
      @LukaszHCHT Год назад

      @@CobraKyle it came today 😄 don't have time to try it now but it looks great. Quality of the frame is fantastic

  • @snaXaminator
    @snaXaminator Год назад +1

    You're talking about a "dream bike", when I see NX stuff on it, made me very confused. Then you said the truth: "it pays of to have really small dreams" =))
    You made my day :)) Thanks!

  • @evanloudenback3700
    @evanloudenback3700 Год назад +2

    COBRA'S BAAACK!! 😆 Great to see a new video from our favorite RUclipsr! Congrats on the new hardtail, good to know what bike I'm getting next lol I bought a Nukeproof Reactor, most recently a Trek Top Fuel...only a matter of time before the trend continues 😛 My back isn't the best either, actually sold my only hardtail during winter...was shocked when I realized it was my most ridden bike (thanks Strava) but am already thinking of replacing it. Love Knolly as a brand, they make quality bikes - almost bought a Fugitive instead of the Top Fuel...almost. I digress, welcome back Sir! Sorry to hear about the concussion, stay safe and hope to see more 🙂

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад

      Thanks Evan! Sounds like I influenced your bike purchasing decisions lol. This Knolly is an excellent machine, so I hope you end up with one!

  • @oklahotb3217
    @oklahotb3217 Год назад +1

    The man is back!

  • @augustoespinal57
    @augustoespinal57 Год назад +1

    Beautiful bike

  • @jurisx85
    @jurisx85 Год назад +1

    Haha you’re great, man. Great bike too

  • @markkroneman640
    @markkroneman640 Год назад +1

    Glad to see you're back! I credit your channel (specifically, the Teal Steel series) for helping me discover a love for mountain biking.

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +2

      Thanks Mark! That's super cool I helped get you into mountain biking...especially from such an old bike! Thanks for being around so long!

    • @crunchycrispybacon
      @crunchycrispybacon Год назад +1

      Thanks for the tip on the tire brand, hadn’t heard of American classic but I’ll definitely give them a try. Screw overpriced maxxis.

  • @m4tzeeh
    @m4tzeeh Год назад +1

    Stumbled across your channel as it landed in my recommendation feed. Even though I am now riding a full suspension bike, I definitely would agree that hardtails are more fun to ride. I do miss that harsh feedback and the snappy feeling of a hardtail sometimes, but I also enjoy the softer, more forgiving riding experience a fully gives. 👍

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +1

      I'm in the same boat haha. Whenever I go to some trails where things get sketchy I bring out the full suspension.

  • @nakitojimo2001
    @nakitojimo2001 Год назад +2

    I'm a massive HT fan from Indonesia n currently ride 2022 Patrol 094 (29er). HT got less love here because the hype of FS but I guess some guys are just like us, it's more gnarl n easy to maintain 😁

  • @Justin0765
    @Justin0765 Год назад +1

    Sick bike! Acetone will get the spank billboard off those rims.

  • @eatnosenuggets
    @eatnosenuggets Год назад +1

    That's a really cool bike for sure.

  • @JaredRMorgan
    @JaredRMorgan Год назад +1

    Wow! I forgot we filmed the build a bit. That was a while ago! Love the crossfire Easter egg. 😂

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +1

      Yeah that was in August I believe. I take forever to make videos haha

  • @jasonlewis6914
    @jasonlewis6914 Год назад +2

    They also make a titanium hardtail frame I wish I could have it is 1 of the most beautiful titanium hardtail frames iv seen.

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +1

      Yeah it's super nice! Out of my budget for sure though :(

    • @jasonlewis6914
      @jasonlewis6914 Год назад +1

      @@CobraKyle I know me to man around 3000$ 😬 lol

  • @RunBikeMike
    @RunBikeMike Год назад +1

    I need to take it for a spin. That bike looks so good.

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +1

      You're welcome to! I believe you switched to SPD's, so now we can swap bikes easy

    • @RunBikeMike
      @RunBikeMike Год назад +1

      @@CobraKyle I did switch just for you 😁

  • @r737lundgren
    @r737lundgren 4 месяца назад

    This bike interests me as well. Currently I am riding a 2022 Rocky Mountain Growler. Its a great bike but the geo is a little off for me. Mainly around reach etc. I have really long arms. Before my purchase I watched your review of the Growler and was pretty stoked. Over all the RM has been great but a steel hardtail with better geo is tempting. I'm seriously considering buying the frame and moving everything over. Any thoughts or suggestions?

  • @BasicBodThor
    @BasicBodThor 9 месяцев назад

    Just ordered a frame to swap out from a Meta HT (and upgrade some parts). The only thing I find a bit weird is the dropper post cable routing, where it goes under the frame (outside) and then through to the back of the seat tube. Not sure why it doesn't just go in through the front of the seat tube and avoid potential damage by having it external below the BB

  • @harrygrimley4352
    @harrygrimley4352 Год назад +1

    Very nice. Hope it's all you want from a bike. I agree, I prefer hardtails. I don't do much real downhill and avoid tricky teck. So... Name for your bike? Spanky? Promise I won't do it again 😅😅😅😅

  • @stevekelly6544
    @stevekelly6544 Год назад +1

    Suuuuhweeeeet! ❤️🏆🤘🏼

  • @mc540flip
    @mc540flip Год назад +1

    Wow what a great deal at $2000! Looking forward to some shreddy footage.

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +2

      Yeah probably the best deal right now for $2k. I saw on their website that offer ends tomorrow. Better buy one Michael!

    • @mc540flip
      @mc540flip Год назад +1

      @@CobraKyle Ah man, no dice for me. I have 5 bikes- 3 of which are hardtails!

  • @peteskow3150
    @peteskow3150 Год назад +3

    Definitely a spot. It’s a rocker. Speaking of hard tails..

  • @RotormanMTB
    @RotormanMTB Год назад +1

    Nice Rig Kyle. HCHT (Merida Big Trail) and a Norco Sight are my weapons of choice. Couldn't agree more, HT makes you a better rider - at least in my case.

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +2

      Excellent bike choices! I wish we got Merida in the US. They look pretty nice

    • @RotormanMTB
      @RotormanMTB Год назад +1

      @@CobraKyle yeh its a shame - you're stuck with the Specialized fuse which I believe is a worse bike. (i mention that as its Merida who owns Specialized and is the reason Merida aren't imported there which is DUMB!. The reach on them are short for trailbike standards but upsizing solves that with the short seat tubes.. something I love about the Norco also. I usually ride a small but I'm loving the Medium in the Norco.

  • @rinky_dinky
    @rinky_dinky 11 месяцев назад

    im so into doctahawk right now ...but why press fit BB ?

  • @rurazrazmedia7479
    @rurazrazmedia7479 2 месяца назад

    Come back to RUclips man! Good videos

  • @johndelson6015
    @johndelson6015 Год назад +3

    Insane deal??? Dude a bike over 250.00 is too much for me, I'm just city commuting 😳😳😳

    • @magnusley9336
      @magnusley9336 Год назад +2

      And you’ll die as soon as you hit the trails.🎉

  • @dougiefreshrides9523
    @dougiefreshrides9523 Год назад +1

    What the heck. I should have seen this last night. And enough about that exotic sports car 😂

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +3

      How can I stop talking about an automotive icon?!

    • @dougiefreshrides9523
      @dougiefreshrides9523 Год назад +1

      Lol. Just hacking on ya. Calm down. Where is the pics of it with the sea suckers on it with the sweet hardtail mounted.

  • @huntstyle
    @huntstyle Год назад +2

    Kyle got a new bike, AND a new wig! 😉

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +2

      haha it looks fantastic right?

  • @kris8165
    @kris8165 Месяц назад

    I have to work 3 months for the "bargain" 3000$😅
    Nice bike 🚲
    Greetings from Croatia 😎

  • @okayatbikes1909
    @okayatbikes1909 Год назад +1

    Mojo just started carrying guerilla gravity 😀

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +1

      Oh very exciting! I'll have to come check them out

  • @haithamelmaleh1138
    @haithamelmaleh1138 Год назад +1

    Why steel?

  • @Orney
    @Orney Год назад +1

    Shoutout Missouri stl for life

  • @Jacob99174
    @Jacob99174 Год назад +2

    Cobraaaaaa
    Tsssssssssssssssss

  • @czechnolike
    @czechnolike Год назад +1

    Did you use my insurance company s hold music as background music?

  • @harrygrimley4352
    @harrygrimley4352 Год назад +1

    Kyle. HELLO.

  • @Happy_Biker
    @Happy_Biker Год назад +2

    Spot? 🤔

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +1

      How'd you Spot that?!

    • @Happy_Biker
      @Happy_Biker Год назад +2

      @@CobraKyle 😆 You kinda made it easy 😉
      I like the Banshee comment from the live stream, but they are very expensive.

  • @TheNoseman1
    @TheNoseman1 10 месяцев назад

    I ride a Knolly Tyaughton Titanium and it could be the last bike I ever have. And I ride full North Shore gnar with it no problem. It is not the bike but the rider, and hardtails have a lot going for them. No pivots, great climbing and they teach real riding skills.....body english, line choice, poise.....sure, FS has a place and I like it but my HT gets 95% of the riding time.

  • @bubbastank3108
    @bubbastank3108 Год назад +1

    "More fun to ride"???? DEFINITELY

  • @rinky_dinky
    @rinky_dinky 11 месяцев назад

    i have a stupidly slacked out hardtail ....im offended.

  • @kenny_kaos
    @kenny_kaos Год назад +1

    Aim low, get high!

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +1

      Exactly! Always winning lol

  • @dheath3697
    @dheath3697 2 месяца назад

    How can that be a dream bike, no internal cabling, ugly cables hanging everywhere, they'll get caught on everything, pulled and stretched, no thanks! 😆

  • @GoodTrails
    @GoodTrails Год назад +2

    Hardtails are so fetch

    • @CobraKyle
      @CobraKyle  Год назад +1

      Agreed! You know all the hip terms!

  • @MTBCRINGE
    @MTBCRINGE 5 месяцев назад

    you nose dive on every jump/drop you hit