That paint almost has a root beer color to it, very beautiful. Like yourself, I don't race and love plus tires and currently ride 27.5 x 2.8's, but hope one day to be able to afford a custom hardtail that can fit 29 x 3.0's. I have said this many times, plus tires were the best thing ever to come along for hardtails.
@@johnmcgill3690 That's cool, but I want an actual custom ti hardtail built, to my specs (geo), and components. One day I hope to be able to afford such a bike, maybe from Alchemy or Firefly
The 415 chain-stay length is really short and it's amazing that you fit those 29x2.6" tires on i40mm rims in that space. I really love these "Small Builder" spotlight videos and you review and opinions on the details and designs. None of my frames go below 420cm stays but I'm sure I will add a hardtail that does someday.
Wow, the brown-blue- metallic look is absolutely beautiful. What an awesome bike. Can't wait for the ride review. Courious about the PNW coast. Wanted to get one for my hardtail too.
I agree that "custom' is going to not only fit you better but like you said. Not be over built and you can request the builder to build to be a softer supple feel or a stiffer racing climber bike. Those details are often overlooked about "custom" frames
So great to see another small builder custom frame on the channel!!! Unique and great looking paint colour!!! Looking forward to seeing your bike packing adventure( my favourite content) and ride review!!! Another great one Steve!!! 👍👍
What a fantastic looking bike and purpose built. Interested to hear your thoughts on how the ride position works for you. Will you take this bike out on some of the shorter length trails that you ride? Thanks for the video HP.
Super sweet bike! What is a go to soft rim for you on your 29+ wheelsets (assuming non proprietary spokes)? You mention the GTL rims in this video which you said are stiffer.
Great build Steve! The colors are killer. Really excited to hear what you have to say about that seatpost, from what I've read it doesn't "sag" like normal suspension and instead is supposed to actuate from the very top on hard hits, though it's apparently undamped so it could wind up bucking you lol. Curious to hear if it helps while seated and pedaling over chunky stuff.
It would be nice if you also tried bikeyoke's sagma saddle. It's supposed to have like elastomer suspension and it would be nice to know if it actually works
Hey Steve (or anyone else), I'm interested in your thoughts on the 2.6 tires on your 40i rims. I'm running Raceface ARC 40i rims and I tried some WTB vigilante/trail boss 29x2.6 tires and I felt that they were too square a profile, went back to 2.8/3.0 maxxis. I'm wondering if there a 2.6 tire with a better tread profile for 40i rims or if I should just keep saving for some 30i/35i new wheels. Thanks for the great content!
@@hardtailparty Thats awesome dude. I am surprised that you haven't built one yet with all of the contacts you have in the industry with nice shops. Is it going to be a video series? I am hoping to build my first frame this winter.
@@slimdog72 it's more of an aspiration at this point than a solid plan. I already mig weld, but I have a Tig machine now and I've taken a class. I just need lots and lots of practice.
3:40 You can build a bike strong and compliant. And the other way aropund, just because a bike is stiff it does not mean that its strong. Maybe the frambuilder should get a little bit more into mechanics so they could iprove strength while tuning theyre compliance to a nice level where its needed. (one example of a bike which has done this is the Banshee Paradox) but there are more ways to do it.
@@josephfarrugia2350 Okay, what is wrong with the eST being 72 degrees? The tire size is a preference thing in my opinion, not everyone runs plus size tires in their hardtails (not everyones riding conditions can justify that).
Sorry, but isn't the ISO standard there to ensure that the frame won't fall apart after certain loads? Im afraid that this frame may not be as sturdy as a mass produced one with ISO. So it may break down more easily.
Yes, that's exactly what iso testing is for, and that's exactly why frames that pass iso are almost always super stiff, especially compared to these small builders. However I the standard for ISO testing is so high that it's overkill and results in harsher frames. I have zero worries about this frame breaking, despite not being iso tested.
This exact frame is for sale here: www.axialbikes.com/journal/hardtail-party-bikepacking-frame
That paint almost has a root beer color to it, very beautiful. Like yourself, I don't race and love plus tires and currently ride 27.5 x 2.8's, but hope one day to be able to afford a custom hardtail that can fit 29 x 3.0's. I have said this many times, plus tires were the best thing ever to come along for hardtails.
Agreed!
you can run those on an rsd sargeant v4, cheers
@@johnmcgill3690 That's cool, but I want an actual custom ti hardtail built, to my specs (geo), and components. One day I hope to be able to afford such a bike, maybe from Alchemy or Firefly
I had a great experience with Steve and his bike consult service. I highly recommend it. Don’t buy the wrong bike!
That is actually the most beautiful rear bike rack I've ever seen.
That rack definitely doesn't look cheap, that's a really nice piece of work.
Thanks for your insightful knowledge, Steve. Viewers learn a lot from you.
The 415 chain-stay length is really short and it's amazing that you fit those 29x2.6" tires on i40mm rims in that space. I really love these "Small Builder" spotlight videos and you review and opinions on the details and designs. None of my frames go below 420cm stays but I'm sure I will add a hardtail that does someday.
That rack looks awesome! So cool that he made that for you
Wow, the brown-blue- metallic look is absolutely beautiful. What an awesome bike. Can't wait for the ride review. Courious about the PNW coast. Wanted to get one for my hardtail too.
I agree that "custom' is going to not only fit you better but like you said. Not be over built and you can request the builder to build to be a softer supple feel or a stiffer racing climber bike. Those details are often overlooked about "custom" frames
"Not as slack as I would have on a double black... 65.5deg!" Still 2 degrees slacker than what I'm currently running xD
Sick bike I love it
I’ve been considering that dropper post for a gravel build. I think it makes a lot more sense there rather than a hardtail mountain bike.
Cranks are next level
So great to see another small builder custom frame on the channel!!! Unique and great looking paint colour!!! Looking forward to seeing your bike packing adventure( my favourite content) and ride review!!! Another great one Steve!!! 👍👍
For this ride I left the GoPro at home and documented it all on instagram
I think you should write a book on small custom bike makers. Would be super interesting
Right now video is my main medium, but I'm glad to showcase more and more of them.
Looked so good all finished. Well done.
Cool bike Steve 👍
Your wheelsets are awesome.
I really like how the bb drops and bike gets slacker when you make the chain stay longer
That’s a very handsome bike!
Stunning
Angling the dropout is kinda genius.
Agreed
What a fantastic looking bike and purpose built. Interested to hear your thoughts on how the ride position works for you. Will you take this bike out on some of the shorter length trails that you ride? Thanks for the video HP.
Super sweet bike! What is a go to soft rim for you on your 29+ wheelsets (assuming non proprietary spokes)? You mention the GTL rims in this video which you said are stiffer.
Sweet bike. I've thought about angling sliders that way any idea on the height range it has?
Great build Steve! The colors are killer. Really excited to hear what you have to say about that seatpost, from what I've read it doesn't "sag" like normal suspension and instead is supposed to actuate from the very top on hard hits, though it's apparently undamped so it could wind up bucking you lol. Curious to hear if it helps while seated and pedaling over chunky stuff.
I've had a handful of rides on it now. Review coming soon...
Cool Rig. What oval are you running? Also how do you like the engagement on the Onyx hubs? Cheers.
Absolute black. Onyx hubs are amazing, they're my favorite hubs. I wish I could afford them on all my bikes. I prefer the classic over the vesper.
How true to size were the tires you measures at the 8:00min mark out of curiosity? That fame looks super nice!
It would be nice if you also tried bikeyoke's sagma saddle. It's supposed to have like elastomer suspension and it would be nice to know if it actually works
I've been wanting to try that saddle. I wasn't able to get one in for review sadly.
great vid!
Hey Steve (or anyone else), I'm interested in your thoughts on the 2.6 tires on your 40i rims. I'm running Raceface ARC 40i rims and I tried some WTB vigilante/trail boss 29x2.6 tires and I felt that they were too square a profile, went back to 2.8/3.0 maxxis. I'm wondering if there a 2.6 tire with a better tread profile for 40i rims or if I should just keep saving for some 30i/35i new wheels. Thanks for the great content!
I feel like 30i is too narrow for 2.6. I like these emilinators with 40i, but they are a little square. That doesn't bother me though.
@@hardtailparty right on, thanks!
Have you reviewed the marin San Quentin?
Can you review the san quentin?
Interesting as always Steve. Are you hinting that you are becoming a tig welder, to pursue......?
I've taken a few classes. One day I'll build s frame for fun... But never for my profession
@@hardtailparty Thats awesome dude. I am surprised that you haven't built one yet with all of the contacts you have in the industry with nice shops. Is it going to be a video series? I am hoping to build my first frame this winter.
@@slimdog72 it's more of an aspiration at this point than a solid plan. I already mig weld, but I have a Tig machine now and I've taken a class. I just need lots and lots of practice.
3:40
You can build a bike strong and compliant. And the other way aropund, just because a bike is stiff it does not mean that its strong.
Maybe the frambuilder should get a little bit more into mechanics so they could iprove strength while tuning theyre compliance to a nice level where its needed.
(one example of a bike which has done this is the Banshee Paradox) but there are more ways to do it.
Take your Advent mech with you in case the GX lets you down. 4 days trip with no gears wouldnt be fun!
GX has been more reliable than Advent x to me
Any chance for you to rewiew something from Dartmoor lineup? (Hornet/Primal)
I've reached out to them many many times. Unfortunately they haven't gotten back to me.
@@hardtailparty Such a shame, they have got pretty cool bikes 🤦
@@hardtailparty If I lived closer I would lend you my Dartmoor Primal Pro 2022 :(
compared to what's been reviewed, that bike is pretty limited by today's standards (eg: eST angle at 72 degrees, max tire size)
@@josephfarrugia2350 Okay, what is wrong with the eST being 72 degrees? The tire size is a preference thing in my opinion, not everyone runs plus size tires in their hardtails (not everyones riding conditions can justify that).
Sorry, but isn't the ISO standard there to ensure that the frame won't fall apart after certain loads?
Im afraid that this frame may not be as sturdy as a mass produced one with ISO. So it may break down more easily.
Yes, that's exactly what iso testing is for, and that's exactly why frames that pass iso are almost always super stiff, especially compared to these small builders. However I the standard for ISO testing is so high that it's overkill and results in harsher frames. I have zero worries about this frame breaking, despite not being iso tested.
What colour is your Stanton ti bar please?
Raw ti. No color applied.
Banshee Enigma or RSD Middle Child v2 ?
It depends. It sounds like you would benefit from my bike consultation service on Patreon