Voodoo Bizango Pro 1 Year MTB Review
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- Опубликовано: 5 сен 2024
- After riding the Voodoo Bizango Pro for the last year, it thought I would share some of my thoughts, experiences, likes and dislikes.
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For people wondering about frame size on the Voodoo Bizango Pro:
Height: 5' 10" (178 cm). Reach, as in a boxer's reach, 70" (178 cm). Inside leg 32" (81.3 cm) measured from the spine of a hardback book uncomfortably up against the crotch and feet pedal width apart with no shoes on, to the floor. I'm using the Large frame size and the overall fit and reach is good, but standover clearance is minimal with probably just slightly more than 1" (2.5 cm). While riding, I have not found this to be any problem so far but I ride mostly on relatively smooth trails.
I'm getting one next week. Thanks for doing a solid video about the voodoo bizango Pro. It definitely helped me make my decision, I always give credit whenever it's due. Great channel you've got.
Awesome, congrats on getting the new bike. I hope it serves you well. Thanks for watching the channel. Plenty more bizango content to come. 🥳
@Bike and Beyond I know it will for sure, because like yourself, I've got the old orange bizango. I can say hand on heart these bizango's, for the price range absolutely deliver big time. Plus there such a pleasure to ride. Take care good sir
I've just brought a bizango 29er i love it it was a bit scary when i 1st went down hill it flys .😊
Amazing, nice work
100% agree with you, I’ve got the 2022 model & its handled everything I’ve thrown at it. Upgrade wise I’ve stuck in some tyre inserts which has give me more confidence to push it harder. I also found the same issue with the cable rubbing but just bought some cable protectors for eBay for £5, problem solved.
Nice work. Yeah it’s a nice easy fix as far as bike maintenance goes. Might do the same 👍🏻
Great video. I was torn between the 2023 carbon and the pro but went for the carbon - absolutely brilliant bike at the price point, especially with a £200 discount.
The only issue I've had is needing the bottom bracket replaced after a year of heavy use, but it's not exactly the most expensive of upgrades. Definitely recommend it to anybody considering buying one.
Nice work. I think that he carbon model looks really smart. Yeah I had to replace the BB on my old bizango after about a year. The BB on the pro that o have now seems much more sturdy.
I recently sold my previous orange Voodoo Bizango, which leaves me with my custom built 2007 Specialized Rockhopper 26er, a Radpower bikes RadRhino 6+ and a Dawes folder. Three bikes is more than enough, but I still find myself looking at the new Bizango Pro and dreaming of more 29er action!
I still have my orange bizango. I think I need to build it up and sell it.
@@bikeandbeyond Good plan. Film the process - would make great content!
It's now just £760 brand new. That's just £10 more than the non pro version. I have gone and bought one, be stupid not to at this price.
Haha I hear you, see my comment above 😂
Just ordered mine for 650 🤯
Halfords is selling this for 950 how are you guys buying it cheaper? 2nd hand?
@@MTBFOV It was on offer earlier in the year. Halfords do this on a lot of items from bikes to tools so you have to keep checking, I waited 3 months checking weekly until the price dropped. Went back up again quickly though.
Love this bike but being a bit older than some (56) and not really out to push this to it's limits, I found the handlebars caused me hand ache so fitted my old easton ea70 monkey bars which improved things but have ended up fitting alt bars (On One OG V2's) also replaced the existing stem clamp and the easton clamp with an adjustable one. Fitted a dropper post One Up Components V2 180mm with a Wolf Tooth Light action remote lever (OMG never realised how useful a dropper post is!) This has made the bike so much better for me. Remains to be seen about the handlebars and seat for now, but these are the two things which can really make the biggest difference to each person. The rest of the bike is brilliant. It is really worth checking everything thoroughly when you get this bike from new, I had to adjust the brake callipers (Not set central to disk on the front), gears (Minor adjustment and I mean minor after a month), oh and I replaced the pedals with some HT PA03A Reinforced nylon pedals and I have also fitted some mudhuggers. If I were to recommend 1 upgrade its a dropper post for anyone whom has never used one before.
These reviews on this channel really made me sure buying this bike was the right decision. Thank you.
I’ve watched this video about 15 times now. More so the first one you made on the Bizango Pro. I think it’s a no brainer, and add to that the offer Halfords currently have on, I’d be foolish not to go for this. I looked at the Trek Roscoe 6 as well. Not as good, and more cost.
Love the channel. Look forward to Friday to see what you’ve been up too. Thanks Olly.
Hey, thanks for watching the channel. I am glad you enjoy the content. Plenty more to come 🥳🥳 (more bizango pro vids on the way pretty soon too)
Been waiting for this video now my mind is made up I am getting the bizango pro ty for the reviews ❤
I have had a lot of fun on my Pro, I think it’s a really fun bike.
@@bikeandbeyond would you recommend this bike for a starter bike also how do you setup the forks
I also love this bike, been riding it thrugh rocky Croatian coastlines for over a year now and it handled everything. One thing though, the fork can be sticky sometimes, I found it working much better since i put new skf flangeless seals on it. It's quite a cheap but good upgrade, just in case u wanna try :)
Awesome to hear that you have been enjoying the bikeS Great tip about the fork too, thanks.
I bought the same bike a couple of weeks ago (partially based on your videos) as to your last point, although I don't think the cables should rub in the first place and I had the same issue, my bike did actually comes with frame protection stickers in the box so I think it is something they are aware of.
Might need to splash out for that dropper post though, since I'm 5'7 I went for the small frame and it's still a tad on the big side
Yeah it’s a shame about the cables, but not the end of the world. An easy fix. I definitely recommend a dropper post. It will completely transform the bike. Happy trails.
I'm same 5ft 7 and stand over height gap is zero. It's fine on gravel and road but wouldn't feel confident on rough stuff. The gf also bought a Carrera bike from halfords which was "in her height range" but was way too big for her so had to return.
Hi Mick. I’m thinking about buying one of these pro’s or the the standard bizango as my first hardtail. I’m also 5’7 - 30” inside leg and was wondering if you could give me some advise on sizing and your overall review. Thanks
Also great video @bikeandbeyond
@@ANonymous-yj8ch would also be really interested in your thoughts on sizing for this bike as I’m in the 5”7 club. Thanks
@@pasqualinodamiano3119 I found the 27.5 inch wheeled voodoo hoodoo etc to be a better fit standover wise. Although I got shoulder ache from it. You might be ok with the small bizango pro i like mine just the zero gap that bothers me a little but most bikes I try are the same tbh.
I've found the riding position is very different from my orange bizango . When I first rode the pro I thought the headset was too close to me . The pro does have a steeper head angle
My orange bizango is a xl 22 inch frame but my pro xl is only a 20 inch . I had to buy a angled headset and riser Handlebars for the pro for it to try and come close to the orange bizango
It's a nice bike but I like the ride and comfort of my 2020 orange bizango more .
Yeah I think it definitely has a more aggressive riding position than the old bizango. I quite like that about it. I guess the standard bizango model would be more similar the the old orange bizango, but I hadn’t realised that there was such a difference in the frame sizing.
'accidentally' just got one of these after seeing these videos and that it was on sale. What size droppers are people running on this?
Love the channel too by the way!
Few days ago I was considering to buy Giant Trance 29 2 and then I saw this bike yesterday at Halfords store for £1000 less the price. I’ve tested it and I think I will go for this bike. I want to start MTB trails , I have never done it before. Should I upgrade this bike with a dropper post ?
Yeah definitely get yourself a dropper. It will make the world of difference on the trail 👍🏻
@@bikeandbeyond Thank you so much for your reply 👍😊
My chain makes a clicking noise everytime i ride this bike any reason why that could be? Sorry totslly new to bikes
You might just need to index the gears. Look up a park tool video on how to do this, it’s really easy
Just purchased for a steal at £830! I had an old orange Voodoo Aizan so can’t wait to upgrade to this. Do you have any particular pedals you’d recommend for this ?
Nice work, thats sounds like a good deal! I ride flat pedals and currently have pair of crankbrothers S1's. There are probibally loads of deals on pedals at the moment so you should get a decent discount on some.
Defiantly gonna get this bike after watching your reviews on it. Perfect for trail riding and commuting to work. As its under the £1000 price tag gonna get this through c2w scheme and save some money in the process. Just have to wait for it get back in stock.
Yeah it is a great bike and the cycle to work scheme is a great option. Fingers crossed it is back in stock soon!
Silly question but what's it like on the road?very tempted to get one but would also be using it to commute to work and back.👍👍
Pretty good. I’ve used it for a couple of local runs (to the shops or the gym) and it was great. I have since put some chunky tyres on it so it is a bit slower in the road now and more set up for trail use
Great video. Happy riding :)
I am looking for a return to a MTB, having bought a road bike (Kona Honky Inc.) and instantly regretting it. I am sitting too high off the road and balancing is compromised because of this. time to return to what I know and love.
This is for a fun commute bike and also for trails when the fancy takes.
My choices locally are a Trek Marlin 8 and this Voodoo Bizango Pro.
Any hints on which one you would go for?
Well the good news is that I don’t think you can make the wrong choice between the two bikes. The Trek Marlin 8 is a good bike. For me, I feel like the Bizango Pro has great parts and is a really capable bike for the money. I had the old orange Bizango before I got the Pro and I definitely felt how much better it was than the old model. I haven’t ridden the Marlin 8, but I am pleased with how capable the Pro is. As you may have seen from my channel, I have taken it on some sketchy trails and it has been a reliable bike. If you can, I recommend sitting on both and seeing how they feel.
@@bikeandbeyond - thank you. I am going for sittings and fittings on both and will go from there.
I have to say, I was impressed with the terrain you were putting the Bizango Pro through - not quite my usual commute, but I miss the fun I had on my Specialized Hard Rock hard tail before I let it go for my current road bike - big mistake for me!
Hi, off the back of your videos, I've just picked this bike up, on sale then with cycle to work for £500...... Have I basically stolen it? 😂
Wow thats a good bloody deal!
Really interested in buying this bike especially being on offer at the moment. What’s your opinion on size? I’m 6”2
I am 5”10 and I am just on a large frame. I really lit between the M and L sizes. I would have thought you would be a L, but wether you go for an L or Xl would depend on what feels comfortable for you. Best thing to do is to go and have a sit on one in store. That way you can know for sure 👍🏻
What size tyre can you get away with on the rear ?
The inner rim width is 24 mm. You can research which width of tyre is optimal for that size, but this is what I have discovered so far:
Schwalbe's tyre chart says ETRTO 29-622 to 65-622 is compatible with the 24 mm inner rim width. However, just because a tyre is compatible does not mean it will be optimal.
WTB's chart says up to 2.3in provides optimal tyre profile and performance.
Maxxis' guide to mountain bike tyres says their 2.5in width tyres require a 33 mm internal rim width.
So how do you like the sizing. I am 6’ ( 183cm). Should I stay with L or go up to XL?
I am 5'10 and I am riding the large, which fits me pretty good. Being 5'10 I am almost between the M and L sizes. I would have thought you would be fine on a large, but this will also depend on your riding style and comfort. The best things to do is to head in to a Halfords and have a sit on it.
@@bikeandbeyond I wish I could go, but I am in California. I did do some RAD measurements and came to the conclusion that a Large would fit best. Just thought I would get some feedback. Thank you and for the great videos!
@@Randel1966 Im 189cm and riding an L, although I wouldnt mind an XL, so I think you will find it good .
@@withoutl7980 Great! Thank you!
I am loving mine. I am 183cm (6’) and fit it perfect. Have you had any issues with cables on down tube rubbing when traveling on a tailgate pad?
Do you think the Bizango Pro is worth the extra over the Bizango?
Are they the same frame?
I think the frame is the same spec, but the pro has way better components. For me the extra cost is definitely worth it.
i would have thought for £200 more than the std bizango [ there good ] your only getting slightly better brake`s / fork`s i am i right saying it`s only 7% better than the std bizango ???? . and now there`s the bizango carbon pro for £1200 another upgrade again ?????????
Yes that’s right. It’s standard in the bike industry (and in cars and motorbikes etc). It’s common to see 5 or 6 variations of the same model bike. For example there are 8 or so different models of the Canyon Spectral, from aluminium to carbon with a with range of different components at different price points.
From memory, comparing the standard Bizango to the pro it has upgraded forks, better brakes, bigger and better tyres, and thru axels front and back. Essentially it’s more tailored for trail use than xc. 👍🏻
Which dropper post did you fit?
Brand x internal dropper. Just put one on my other bike too👍🏻
i got mine today, put it together and went on a ride and then! got a flat....😂
Ahhh that’s gutting. Hopefully ride no 2 will go a bit getter.
Does this come with a suspension remote lock lever?
Paint job looks crap. Gt Avalanche and the Giant Talon where great❤