2023 Yeti SB140 LR - Long Term Review
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- Опубликовано: 10 июл 2023
- After 6 months of riding the all new Yeti Cycles SB140 Lunch Ride, it was time for a long term report! The 2023 Yeti SB140 is an incredible 29" do it all trail bike!! Yeti SB140: bit.ly/41eVkZP
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2023 Yeti SB140 
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I met you and your wife in Corner Canyon a few weeks ago. I was on the old 575 and followed you down Rush. I ended up buying a SB140 T3 LR w/ carbon wheels from Chris at Salt Cycles and dropped your name. Thanks for the great reviews. Maybe I'll bump into you again sometime; just on a fresh new ride!
Just ordered one yesterday from Chris… Thanks sir!
I'm looking to get a new bike soon and live in the area, have you been able to ride the new rocky mountain instinct, or maybe the Occam LT. Climbing vs balanced etc?
Great review ! I picked up my 140 about 3 weeks ago and I absolutely love it.
Demo'd the 140 and agree with pretty much everything that you have mentioned. Best all around bike I have ridden for sure. It wasn't quite enough to pull me away from my current SB130LR though, better for sure but couldn't justify the upgrade.
I hear you!
Thank you for you review. Love your chanel and after many years still your follower. 🙂
I appreciate that! Thank you!!
Nice job man. Love that bike and glad you are riding with your son. My son and I ride together every weekend at Northstar.
That's awesome, thanks!
Very good review! Just curious if you made any adjustments to the handlebar rise and if you have longer or shorter stem? I struggled a bit with the leaned forward position the yeti’s put you in
Great review! I’m a bit of a bike nut like you, I’ve had 12 different bikes in the last five years.. it’s addicting! Now that we know there’s not much difference in pedal efficiency between the SB120 and the SB140, It would be interesting to see if there’s much difference between the SB140 and SB160. I had the SB140 27.5 and loved that bike, I think I’m going to give this one a try.
BTW.. Your boy is a great little shredder!!
Soon, he’ll be passing you up.. believe me I know from experience!! Lol
Man.. it's such a joy watching your son ride so effortlessly. Enjoy this while you can still keep up with him. My son refuses to ride with me since I am way too slow for him..
Haha thanks🤙
Once again, excellent review. The kid is getting better everyday!
Thank you! So fun to watch him progress!
This will be my next bike! Thanks for the review!
You will love it! Call Chris at Salt Cycles for special pricing and custom builds!! 801-943-8502
Great video !! My uphills are steep enough that even at 140 up front I’m pulling with the hands at times in steep sections which is harder on the back as you know. Your uphill doesn’t look too steep but RUclips isn’t a perfect look. What are your thoughts on the bike choice knowing uphill is tougher even though you want downhill snappiness and support?
For the SB150 owners out there....the geo on the 150 and new 140LR are REALLY similar. I've put a Fox 36 fork and Float X on the SB150 and I run it as a "lighter-weight" all mountain rig...vs a pure Enduro race bike. It's a great way to make that SB150 fit this category if you're not wanting to trade out for a new bike....
What travel for the fork 160 or 170?
Interesting idea. What is the weight on that build?
@@TwowheeledadventureVTJust under at 31lbs with a mix of XT/XTR and Maxxis DHF/ Dissextor combo (exo +)
I can confirm that that the 140 feels V. Similar to the 150 size and geometry wise. My son has the 150 and I demoed the 140.
Did you swap out for a Fox 36 160mm? Doesn't that screw up the geo and lower the BB?
Bought one last week. Can’t wait!
Nice! Congrats
I currently own the SB140 LF 27.5 model and love it being a 5'7' tall guy and it such a shredder. other than the tire size difference and tweaks to the current SB140, I like your opinion on the difference and if it was worth an upgrade. I'm actually considering a Pivot 429 or Shadowcat to my quiver.
Greetings from Denmark. Love your videos, and personal take on bikes. I ride SB100 in XC setup and SB120 in Trail and light trail setup...140mm Pike up front. I had a guy riding a sb140, also with a Pike 140mm, trying out my bike, and he couldn't tell the difference. I am kind of confused why Yeti makes two bikes this close, missing out on the XC/Downcountry(P my french) segment. Love my SB120 tough, but feel i could just as well have purchased the sb140....Keep up the good work, and more videos including your son. Cheers 🙂
Great review congratulations. I'm going to get a frame kit and mount it with an Eagle XX1 groupset with Q factor 168 but I've read that the new SB140 has a Dub Wide bottom bracket. Do you know if I can adapt my XX1 Eagle crankset? how did you do with your XTR crankset? Thank you
I really like this travel range of bikes the best. One of these and a modern hardtail is all it need to cover anything I am willing to ride.
yup! Although I'd go for the pivot mach 4 sl or ibis exie in lieu of the hardtail ;)
How does the sb140 compare to the switchblade you used to love? And if you were to choose one for flowy Bermy jumpy trails which would you choose?
I loved my sb130LR. I custom built it from fox model to having top sram stuff and a 38 and float x2. At that point it was my do everything bike and I was doing some local enduro races up in PCMR and Heber. Unfortunately that bike and one other was stolen from my garage. But I’m on a new Santa Cruz nomad and I’m loving it!
I'm very interested in trying the new mixed wheel Nomad.
@@mtbyumyum it’s really good. I’ve had it since February. It is my first SC. I’m on a XXL frame one of my favorite features is the size specific chainstays and frame stiffness. They really went above and beyond there and I feel like I’ve never fit better on a bike in my adult life. Something I didn’t really notice until I had the opportunity to ride a bike that was a bit better sized for me. I got to demo the mega tower as well. With the MX setup on the nomad those bikes are really close now. The mega tower is slightly more harsh and is a little faster rolling but if you can compensate for the smaller wheel out back you get all the benefits of having that easier to handle rear end in the corners and jumps. I live in golden now so it’s been up to trestle bike park and done a lot of the rides here in the foothills. It’s been a great bike. They specked them a little weird and the RockShox reverb I have has issues. But the frame and the reserve wheels from SC are amazing!
would love to hear you comparison thoughts on this vs the switchblade. I have loved my switchblade and would like to hear you direct comparison thoughts. You originally talked about the geo on the switchblade and said how it was great. this bike is a little slacker more like the ripmo, does it make a large difference?
That boy is going!! Cool video, amazing bike for sure, but the kid stole the show. 😎🤩🙌🏼
Haha thanks!
I'm curious about how the sb140LR compares directly to the Switchblade. I really enjoyed my demo on a switchblade for its balance between climbing, plushness and pop. Does the yeti just amp up all of those metrics?
I’m looking at the 140 but found the demo sluggish on the flat, what have you changed on your bike to keep it sprightly? Demo bike was around 33lbs I would guess with the standard aluminum wheels, turq frame. Loved the bike coming down, but wanted a bit more zip.
I ride a ‘23 SB140 and my 10yr old son has a ripcord too! Such great bikes!
wow, crazy. That's awesome!
Did you change the rise from the stock 20mm Yeti bars on your Enve bars? I have heard some feel it would be better with a 35mm rise?
So awesome shredder in the making 💯💪💵
I am curious on your thoughts comparing the 140 LR and the Trail 429. How close are they pedaling?
I am in CT so we have lots of technical punchy janky sections(xc stuntry) combined with flowy(for CT) single track. Our DH sections are minute's at most before it is flat or going up hill.
Would love your take on the We Are One Arrival 152
What are the main differences in ride quality between the SB140 and the Switchblade?
yumyum; love the videos and appreciate your perspective! Any chance you can get on the Transition Smuggler and compare it to this SB140 and the other trail bikes out there?
planning on it... it's just a matter of time!
Great video!
Thanks!
I agree that the 140LR is a great replacement to the 130LR. I am doing just that and have been selling Yetis on sale also.
Fun! Love seeing that cute kid ride!!
Me too!!
How does this compare to the rocky mountain instinct? I believe you said the instinct was more capable than the ripmo but curious if sb140 LR vs instinct on descents, climbing and general feel?
I had a santa cruz hightower,i sold it and just bought the yeti sb160 this past saturday and i havent had a chance to hit the trails yet
Did you put carbon rims on it? If so what’s your experience/opinion on ride feel?
I’ve been on a Switchblade for the past two years and need to do a demo to see if there is a big enough difference to switch things up. Any back to back impressions would be welcome feedback.
How would you compare it to the specialized Stumpjumper evo? especially for climbing?
can you speak to this bike vs a Ripley specifically for flatter trails and climbing? Less interested in descending. Would you still be inclined to pick the SB140LR over the ripley for that case? I know the Ripley used to be your favorite bike so feel you're the best person to ask about this!
In this category it is currently the best bike! The new Transition Smuggler is an excellent "trail" bike especially on flow trails! I actually prefer it over my SB140LR on flow... you need to demo it!
Excited to try one out
Just ordered one today!
Nice! From Salt Cycles??
Great review! I’m considering this bike as a quiver killer. I currently have a Revel Rascal love this bike. I see a lot of reviews comparing Yeti to Yeti, how would you stack the SB140 to the Rascal?
I owned and rode a Rascal in 2021. Fun bike, but not on par with this Yeti. The Revel has a very unique feeling. Very deep feeling. The Yeti feels more supportive. Probably a better do it all Bike.
Ryan ripped those trails and jumps!
🤘🤙
This bike is pretty high on my list of possible next bikes. I’m currently on a 2020 switchblade. Just want to try something new soon. Another bike that has me interested is the new smuggler. The geo on the sb140 and the new smuggler are remarkably similar according to bike insights
The SB140 is an easy transition from the Switchblade. Both share that unique supportive feeling out back… I think you’ll feel right at home on it! Has that similar get up any climb characteristics but with better descending geo and just generally smoother feel
So this is the SB140LC 29” wheels ?
What’s the difference in the builds of C1 C2 etc ? Which one is this ?
Great video Jason!!! Ive got a SB140 frame on the way in a week. Love how you tested different tires on the 140. My local trails involves a lot of climbing, which tire combo did you find the best on your 140? Many thanks!
It really just depends on your speed, terrain and riding style. Without knowing your train, I hesitate to recommend a specific tire, but I really really love the Maxxis Rekon for more moderate trails
@@mtbyumyum Thanks for reply, my is area is tropical, hot and humid. Trails are natural tight twisty single tracks with roots and sand, not a whole lot of sloppy mud. All slow speed tech riding. Moderate graded trails.
65* HTA and 77* STA is about the perfect Trailbike geometry. The 160mm Fox 36 with the Grip 2 damper is maybe the best Trailbike fork ever made. Combine that with a rear suspension that pedals efficiently, climbs well, and doesn't wallow. What's not to like? I ride the Stumpy Evo with the same fork and geo. So Good!
Wow, I should have just said that and been done with the review! Well said! I also really like the sj evo... been riding it a lot back to back with the sb140 and occassionally on the descent I can feel the back of the evo skipping around just sort of lacking control... the sb140 doesn't do this. Just feels planted and solid! I think the evo fits me a little better tho
@@mtbyumyum I don't doubt that the sb140 has better rear suspension. However, the Stumpy EVO rear suspension isn't terrible either. I'm often surprised. I think I'm in over my head on a loose rough corner and the Stumpy EVO maintains traction and holds the line. Or, I'm charging across a boulder field and I think I'm going to get bucked but the bike hunkers down and sucks it up. So much fun!
@@mtbyumyumin terms of sizing, does the evo or 140 run bigger? I’m 5’9” so always in between. I’d be a medium or s3
I'm considering swapping the Reynolds/Hydra on my T429E for some yum yum wheels w/ 240s. Main goal is weight savings, any experience with how they hold up with a slightly heavier rider at ~185? They'd be my only wheel set, I ride decently hard but not crazy, sub 3 min on Jacobs FWIW. I figure you've ridden both wheel sets, thoughts?
Best thing, call Chris. He won’t sell them to you if they’re not a good fit for your riding style… they come with a 3 yr warranty and the last thing he wants to do is be warranting wheels all the time. Fwiw, I love my yumyum wheels and they’ve been problem free!!
Try Alchemy Arktos 140 or 150, you'll love it
How is the maintenance and durability of the Switch-Infinity?
Ryan shreds! I'm trying to get a something to inspire my sophomore daughter on the mtb team at Corner Canyon. Do you have a recommendation?
Thanks! I'd say just get her out on flat easy trails that are pretty and not too hot... and don't talk to her the entire time about what she's supposed to be doing lol just have fun and get her in love with being out doors!! Good luck!!
Can you make the 140mm rear longer travel like the 130LR? I feel like it would be perfect at 145mm for my riding
I would love to hear your thoughts on how this compares to the new Trek Fuel EX. I was leaning towards the Trek due to its efficiency and adjustability (everywhere). However, your reviews of the Yeti are making me second-guess myself. I'm sure both are amazing. Have you ridden the Trek? Initial thoughts? Thanks again for keeping us all informed!
Yeah, I rode the trek... rear end gets hung up a bit and overall just has less traction. The Trek will get you out on the trail but the sb140 will do everything better including climbing! here is my fuel ex review: ruclips.net/video/0J_nFd7Wy9U/видео.html
If you get a trek put maxxis tyres on it
Lush bike dude. Can I ask what shorts those are you are rocking?
sb140 ohlins build ? or the best customized fox ? ( frame up )
Great vid as always.
I feel Yeti bikes are over engineered (switch infinity needs 20hrs of service in wet conditions. Not a fan…Glad to see 25% off
Hi. I really like this bike. In fact I am considering order one.
Quick question. Do you think this bike is also good for 30-40 miles of flat pedaling?
The trails where live doesn’t have to many downhill characteristics. They are more narrow single tracks in which you have to be very agile to maneuver. Lots of roots and stones.
Would you still recommend this over the 120 ?
Great question! In short, maybe😆😎 I would be very interested to try out the sb140, non lunch ride, if I were in your situation… it doesn’t sound like you would benefit much from the float x shock on longer fork of the lunch ride sb140. And the geo on the sb140 is really good!! That’s maybe what I would consider! Good luck and give Chris a call at Salt Cycles… he can help in your situation! 801-943-8502
@@mtbyumyum thanks!
this review just reminds me how bummed I am after 3 years of having my 2020 stumpjumper stolen, i had it setup with a 160 fork and 140mm of rear wheel travel it was AMAZING!! it was so light and climbed like a champ but still was capable enough to ride basically most of all the trails I ride.
How does it compare to the Ripmo in terms a versatility.
Fuel Ex caparison Jason?
Yeti SB-140 or the new V6 Switchblade ??
Also where does the Revel Rail fall within the two bike ?
I’m more a climber than fast descender .
Thanks Jason
Tim in AZ
For the price Salt Cycles is selling SB140’s right now, easy, I’d go with the Yeti over the Pivot just for the price right now. Plus, I think it’s probably the better Bike.
If you were looking to ride more undulating/xc trail on tight, twisty single-track but wanted a burlier ride how do you think the sb140 would fair? For reference I'd be coming from a ripley (that I loved except for the rear end which I felt wasn't progressive enough) and a ripmo (which I'm running the cascade link on)
I should also say, I normally ride a large but I might consider sizing down to a medium coming from that 475 reach on the ripmo, do some times feel like the large ripmo is a bit big for me so I would consider a 465 reach at 5'11
I actually think the sb140 fits nicely between the ripley and ripmo... give a try and see what you think! Another good options that I completely forgot to mention is the rocky mountain instinct. Very versatile bike!
@@casestudymtbu need to check out the Allied bc40 then.. Such a sick bike that blurs xc with trail but with modern geo. XL size under 26lbs with a fox 34 130mm
How does this bike compare to the evil offering v1? I know you really enjoyed that bike a few years ago. Im thinking about upgrading from the offering.
I liked the playfulness of the offering and it fit me well... also jumping on it was very intuitive and natural but it lacked that "giddy up and go" and didn't climb all that well. It's fun to ride bikes like the Hightower and Offering but I'm not sure I'm interested in owning them... I like my bikes to feel zippy on blue trails and balanced and controlled on black trails. It's difficult to do both and this SB140 does it better than anything else out there in my experience. That's what I always appreciated so much about the Ibis Ripmo... could sort of do everything really well and still be a blast on blue trails. Again, the SB140 does it better and climbs incredibly well.
I would LOVE to see a Yeti 140 vs Stumpjumper evo comparison but I can't seem to find a video with those two bikes... How do you feel they compare?
I've owned both those bike this entire season... actually just sold the evo 3 weeks ago. Both bikes are incredible! The 140 is more composed when things get a bit higher speed as the switch infinity suspension just works a bit better and has more support and control out back. For awhile I thought the SJ evo was the better deal because they were so discounted but now Chris at Salt Cycles has the sb140 up to 25% off and that's the better deal in my opinion. Either way, both bikes are incredible. The 140 climbs better too....
140/160 is the successful recipe that Ibis has used on the Ripmo for a reason. Appreciate your commentary, but could you please do some close up video of the bike as you speak towards the end?
Noted
I just bought a New Pivot Switchblade mostly based on your experience and comments with that bike in the past and I was considering the 140 LR at the time. Would you be able to do more of a head to head comparison or at least comment on the differences you noticed between the two? The SB was your favorite for a while… curious what made you change your mind. Thanks!
The main difference is the switchblade can sort of feel a bit harsh through chunky sections of trail at higher speeds where the sb140 will feel very supportive but not harsh. The overall feel of the sb140 is just a little smoother too. Both bikes have a lot of support in the rear end and track the ground well.
@@mtbyumyumJason, Pivot updated the switchblade with the float X and it feels soooo smooth. Not harsh at all.
Which is the better climber in your experience?
Ok what the heck, how does it compare to the Spur since thats the only bike I have.
I’m a rider that can only justify one bike at a time and typically ride mid-level blue trails with a decent amount of climbing and now and then rougher blues. I’m a little bigger at 6’2” 205lbs and liked the idea of the stability of the SB120 over the Ripley and even considered putting the Fox 36 140 fork on it for a half a degree slaker HTA and stiffness. I’ve watched all your videos trying to make the best decision and thought before today the SB120 was the way to go. Now I’m wondering if the SB140 non LR is really what I should be looking at. Any reason to pick the 120 over the 140?
Of course I've not ridden the standard 140 but I've spent a lot of time on the 120 and 140LR and I can easily say go with the standard 140. I don't think you'll give up much if anything going that direction. You get much better trail geometry and 20mm without any major penalty in my experience... I think you'll love it! The Rocky Mountain Instinct is another good option... I forgot to mention that in the video
A few years ago I wouldn't have recommended a bike with a 160mm or longer fork. It would have been a heavy, squishy, wallowy, slow rolling, poor climbing, overly long and slack, and poor pedaling sled that was mostly good for descending. But, times have changed. Rear suspension got better. Geo doesn't have to be super long and slack. A 77* STA and 65* seems to be the sweet spot. Your bike doesn't have be set up with aggressive heavy slow-rolling tires. Bikes like the Stumpy EVO (with adjustable geo), Ibis Ripley, Ibis HD6, Yeti sb140, and Orbea Rallon can make really good all around trail bikes and especially, if you install some lighter, faster-rolling tires. I usually buy shorter travel 120-130mm rear travel bikes. I bought the Stumpy EVO because I got such a good deal but I didn't think I needed all that travel. Turned out to be the best bike I ever own and defied all the stereotypes I had about long travel bikes after I installed some lighter faster-rolling rubber. If I were you I would be seriously considering the sb 140 Lunch Ride with the 160mm Fox 36. In my opinion, the 160mm Fox 36 with the Grip 2 damper is the best Trail fork ever made. Modern long travel trail bikes are nothing like long travel bikes of just few years ago. They're not heavy, they pedal and climb well, they don't have too be overly long and slack, and with the right tires, they roll fast.
man what trail is this!!!
Did Yeti just come out with the 2024 model?
Great review, your son is a little ripper! Any chance you'll review an SB135 anytime soon?
Thank you! I don't have any plans to ride the sb135... of course if the opportunity comes up I'd be happy to ride and review it!
For a min of $6300 on sale this better be good!
Couldn’t agree with you more … I’m on a Large SB140LR (I’m 5’10”) so i kinda fall in between sizes. Coming from a Megatower V1 to this I can honestly say that the Yeti gains so much in versatility while not giving up too much on the DH side. Ironically due to the Megatower’s firm running the Yeti feels plusher on most things with less travel. When you get going really fast on chunk though … the megatower would come alive and feel amazing. The Yeti still feels good … but not quite as much confidence. However … the Megatower only felt this way 5% of the time …. The rest of the time the Yeti is a huge winner while coming a close second for the other stuff.
Thanks for sharing your experience!!
The Megatower is a great bike on the rough stuff for sure but for 80.% of the trails I think it’s a bit wooden
Have you tried Medium size as well? I am also 5'10" in between sizes
@@alstonchen1988no didn’t try the medium. I figured for me the stack is a bit low on this bike so I knew I was listing the front end up quite a bit about 25mm of spacers plus a high rise bar. Actually had to go to a 50mm stem from the 40 when I put the taller bars on
22' Giant Trance X Advanced Pro with a MegNeg Deluxe Ultimate... That's my most balanced bike to date out of about 80 bikes. I've been testing it against the 23' Trance Advanced Pro 29... Using a 55mm stroke shock instead of the stock 50mm. The Trance X still outpaces the Trance. The Trance is more stout, but doesn't absorb trail chatter the same way and consequently doesn't keep pace with the Trance X. However, if speed is your main balance with a 125mm 55mm stroke r qr shock, then Trance would be the most balanced in my opinion. I haven't ever rode a Yeti. Been picky about carbon full-suspension 6-pound frame set bike builds. Yeti has always been in the 7-pound region from what I've heard.
I've been running 145 psi on these Trance's and they really love to climb. But again, it's kind of like a choice of pedal performance with a great bottom out resistance on the Trance vs great pedaling platform with a flavor of sport, poppy, and bottomless on the Trance X when properly setting up the DeLuxe Ultimate.
Nice to have a 10 year old hanging with you. Just a dream if they like riding.
Yeah! Pretty incredible to be riding with my 10 yr old at a pace both up and down hill that is reasonably quick!
@@mtbyumyumthat’s so awesome J , I bought my kid a Scott Gambler DH bike because he “ really wanted it” 😂 dude he rode it like 5 times then his buddies got £450 Carrera 29” bikes and of COURSE my son was like “ Dad I want a Carrera bike so I can do wheelies like my buddies 😂” go figure haha ! Anyway great review bro sweet bike , great time to be a mountain biker 🤘🏾🤘🏾👍🏾☺️
My 9-year old is into it as well. It’s the best
I chose the Hightower only due to cost (unfortunately was shopping during peak prices fall 2022, Yeti near me was $1k >) and yes I regret not going with the Yeti
Haha funny. I’m sure the hightower is good too
@@mtbyumyum it's not horrible but I've been disappointed. Wicked pedal strikes due to low bb, frame creaks, all Rock Shox components had issues out of the gate. I knew some of this when demo'ing but figured it'd grow on me, 8 months later and I'm still frustrated.
Sounds like an easy solution... sell it! Call Christ at Salt Cycles and order an sb140 and never look back!! Life is too short to deal with a creaking pedal striking bike! haha Salt Cycles - 801-943-8502
I am looking for a do it all bike to get me deep out in some terrain in bigger mountains. It seems like I have landed my research on this bike as well as the Hightower and the Switchblade. What would make you go with one versus the other?
Switchblade and SB140 climb notably better than the Hightower. Hightower feels more plush and bottomless where the other two feel more supportive. Best of both worlds, Revel Rail 29. I've been riding one for the past 2 weeks and it's interesting! I would probably still take the SB140 over the Rail29 myself but I could see a lot of people really falling in love with the Revel. It's sort of "Big Mountain" bike that still feels quick at lower speeds... and absolutely bottomless... like magic carpet for real!!
@@mtbyumyum Thank you for the quick reply. Do you have any particular reasons why you would maybe then go with the Switchblade Vs SB140 Terrain, components, eat? Or do they line up pretty similarly?
Jason, I live in steamboat and so have similar dry, loose over hard conditions it looks like you ride. How would you compare the aggressor to the rekon for the rear tire?
I might be the wrong person to ask... I never liked the aggressor. I understand why people run it for it's thick knobs and excellent protection but I prefer the DHR II if I need a chunky tire. The rekon is easily my favorite tire for these blue trails... I've also been spending a lot of time on the new Forekaster... it's got taller knobs than the rekon but the jury is still out if it's actually better...
I ride similar conditions in Durango CO. I run the 2.6 Rekon front and the 2.4 Rekon rear (both 60tpi) on my Stumpy EVO. Rolls very fast but deliveries way more traction than I expected. I've had no problem with punctures.
Recently switched from dhr2 front, aggressor rear to Dissector front and Rekon rear and there has been noticeable weight reduction without loss in traction. Very happy with this change. May try the new Forkaster up front in the near future
@@scottflowers8601 yes I am very interested in those combos as well. I do some light racing in town here but don’t wanna be switching tires all the time so I hope the rekon rear is a winner
Is the Revel 29 review coming soon?
Yes!
Look at that shine! 😉
I might only buy gloss bikes moving forward... look awesome and easy to clean
@@mtbyumyum does it have the SC1 on it?
Someone recommended that stuff to me so I bought a can... been using it on my kids dirt bike... haven't sprayed it on the matte bikes yet... I think I'm worried about ruining the paint??
@@mtbyumyum it was me 😉
I've been using it for years on bicycles and dirt bikes with no issues. Besides you don't keep your bikes long enough to worry about that. HAHA
haha good point! Thanks! Been using it on the yz65 and both the 110's
What hub are you running on the 140? I hear some high engagement buzz..
Sounds like a Hydra but can't confirm
I9 Hydra
I didn't care for v1 of the sb130. It sounds like they have improved on the design.
At me LBS there is a carbon ibis ripley V4S - SLX build and it weighs 30 lbs 5oz. Is that normal weight for that? Seems heavy to me. And it’s tubeless with ibis alloy wheel set.
Sounds sort of heavy to me... I know the new paint jobs are a bit heavier and they updated the rear triangle... maybe 1/2 pound heavier.
Ya something is weird going on with it. Probably why it’s on 20% off and still not selling.
My SLX is straight 30lbs. Size medium.
When I got my XL Ripley with deore it was 32lbs. Now I’ve built it up myself with nice parts it’s 27lbs. The stock Ripleys are quite heavy and the alloy wheels are heavy.
Mind if I ask what bike your son is on? Been considering the Jeffsy Primus for my 11 year old daughter…
Transition Ripcord @2:40
Yup. Ripcord
I didn’t watch everything, but did you mention the weight of your build? I know you will have the lightest build you can.
30 lbs 3 oz with 2.5 dhf 2.4 dhr II tires
@@mtbyumyum That's a hair lighter than my T429E w/ pedals and dissectors... albeit an XL frame... tempting at that 25% off deal, might call Chris lol.
Do it! Give him a call... the sb140 is a special bike for sure!!
It went together easily in less than an hour. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L Make sure the front fork is forward or the pedals will hit the front tire. Tires are both a little soft so it needs air before I ride it. The rear wheel didn't come with a clamp regular bolts hold it on. The front had the clamp. No scratches out of box. Rims are a little off with a slight wobble. They could have spent more time with the spoke tool fixing the run out. So far out of the box I'm happy with it. I did replace the pedals with a nice aftermarket set. After riding it a bit my A$$ is a bit sore so I ordered another seat. Overall I'm nearly 60 and didn't ride a bike in 30 years. I like my new 29" Schwinn. It will be used for casual rides with my friend.
For crying out loud Jason you convinced me to but a Pivot Switchblade based on your 429 review. loving the switchblade though
Now you got me thinking Yeti 🤔
@@cellphonenutI sold my Switchblade and T429 for the SB140LR and don't regret it at all.
@@vv2006 Usually I wouldn't hesitate but the used market is just terrible these days 😞
@@vv2006 Gunna have to ponder and maybe take the hit
haha if you liked the switchblade, you'll love the sb140LR
Only one bike for the next 5 years, no exceptions. Which are you picking, this or the Trail 429?
Man, that's a tough one. Part of me still wants to say the Ibis Ripley with a 140mm fork.... but even that bike will have some limitations for me at higher speed, super chunky trails and bike park...
How would you compare this to an sb150 with 38inch 170mm front fork?
I never rode the sb150 w the fox 38. Still, the sb150 felt bigger to me. Longer too.. not sure if it actually is but it felt longer and less willing to change directions. The sb150 also felt a bit more damp and bottomless.. the 140 in comparison feels more lively and poppy
hey Jason. Just ordered an SB140LR wondering what length dropper you're running. I'm about your height 5'9".
congrats! 175mm fox transfer on a size medium frame, I'm 5'8"
Thanks. I’d love to hear a touch more about the new Forekaster/Rekon combo. What sizes did you run and what did you think? Thanks!!
Ah, come-on Jason - you only like it 'cuz it's *_Blurple!_* 😁 😉
haha
May I know how light is your SB140? 😊
30 lbs
@@mtbyumyum thank you Jason… I called Chris just now btw.. should I get TLR or the std 140? 😊
It really depends on your terrain and speed... I'd go for the LR@@suwipin
Well, I’m learning as watching the kid in front can see crank length is too long for him, I’m sure he’s just fine.
But I think I confirms 175 are a good fit for a man 6’ tall.
Yeah, not a lot of good options for shorter riders... his are 165mm on the Ripcord.
Rad dad
:19 seconds. That’s how long before you used one of your favorite words to describe a bike ;)😂
haha snappy! I like it!
No "trailcraft" bike for your son?
Nope. Those look pretty cool tho. He's loved his Ripcord. Next spring he'll be on a size XS Pivot Shadowcat!
And we never got to see the bike in a 23m video. What kinds bs is this?
What do you mean? You want to see more footage of the bike? Like close ups? Thanks for the feedback!
This bike costs 8K Canadian. That's Ducati territory.
You ride mountain bike trails with a Ducati?
@@smy5607 you don't get it. Ducati packs more metal, composites, technology, materials, wires, chip and engineering, R and D, than a mountain bike bud.
@@mjor6406
Then explain a Ducati panigale v4 superleggra costing more than $100k??????
@@smy5607 you can get a Ducati Hyper for 12K. A Yamaha Tenere for 9K.
@@smy5607 explain to me how a Yeti 140 costs 15k?
Great review J , I tried the SC HT and for me I just really don’t get that bike , I don’t know if it’s just me but it doesn’t climb any better than the Nomad and it definitely doesn’t descend anywhere near as good, very strange bike tbh . Also you gotta try the Orbea Rise I think you’ll love it, honestly I think deep down like me you actually prefer trail riding compared to big ass DH stuff although it’s fun to go Mac chicken DH , a bike has to be amazing on normal trails but also fun DH 😂 that’s just my opinion and the Orbea Rise can do all that and also help on the climbs , it’s an incredible bike 👍🏾
Hey, thanks! I'll see if I can track one down or a ride
@@mtbyumyum defo look forward for the first ride impressions dude 👍🏾
This review tipped the scales and I just ordered an sb140 lr. You did mention initially in your other video that you felt more comfortable in the air on the ripmo. Has that changed after 6 months of riding the yeti? @mtbyumyum
Nice, congrats! Yes! After a few rides, maybe 10 or so, I feel very comfortable on the 140 now!
awesome, thanks for the reply!@@mtbyumyum