Something to note regarding the brakes, Yeti switched out the 2 piston TLMs for 4 piston Silvers for 2025. l recall brakes coming up for discussion in other 2024 reviews as one of the few weak links so perhaps that’s the reason for the upgrade. The Kashima coated Factory dropper is also gone replaced by a better aesthetically pleasing Performance version as well.
Awesome review as usual :). Great to see you back on the bike after arm injury. Did you change camera settings by the way? I noticed that this video looks more "granular" than others :).
Camera settings are all the same, but most of the magic is in post in Davinci Resolve. You're right, I'm not sure why the film grain came through so much on this one...hmm
This ASR was set up for more XC efficiency, lighter build, and less grip - which made it roll faster. I'd go with the EVO in the PNW as the spec w/ the brakes and tires was pretty killer in wet conditions/steeper terrain. I'd go with the ASR as spec'd if I were trying to win a traditional XC race.
It's been a while, but I remember the Top Fuel being pretty stable and an incredible feeling little bike. This ASR was definitely lighter and faster as spec'd though.
Don’t understand reviewers like this that insist on having the whole review shot while puffing along a dizzying single track. This review could be copied and pasted for any modern XC bike over $4k. No shots of the bike or build kit 👎
This is what reall maters, how the bike rides, feels and performs not what build kit it has. Most all other biker "reviews" are basically comercials with info that you can look up. You can't look up how it rides, feels and performs. This guy by far is my favorite bike "reviewer". The POV format while reviewing gives a perspective that just yaking alone can't.
Tacky dry dirt and fast tires 🔥So Good! I'm glad I was able to do this review in the dry to properly enjoy the tire spec.
Nice not having to deal with the Switch Infinity. One less thing for me to service. 👍
thanks for introducing me to my next bike. My sb140 needs a friend :)
some of the best reviews in the business. Thanks!
I had an 04’ ASR. I loved that bike. Light and fast. I over forked it ( before that was a trend ) and made it even better.
I just demo'd one last weekend. Purpose built for sure and fast according to my Strava.
Something to note regarding the brakes, Yeti switched out the 2 piston TLMs for 4 piston Silvers for 2025. l recall brakes coming up for discussion in other 2024 reviews as one of the few weak links so perhaps that’s the reason for the upgrade. The Kashima coated Factory dropper is also gone replaced by a better aesthetically pleasing Performance version as well.
Holy cables batman
Yea too many
The first 15 seconds were all we needed to see to open our wallets.
Almost back to back reviews with the Epic Evo, but no comparison thoughts.
Can you also review the cannondale scalpel?
Man I love how well this channels camera shows speed. Anyone know if they ever shared their camera setup?
Will you be reviewing the new Rocky Altitude? I'm eager to hear your thoughts on that one.
Surprisingly quiet bike
Awesome review as usual :). Great to see you back on the bike after arm injury. Did you change camera settings by the way? I noticed that this video looks more "granular" than others :).
Camera settings are all the same, but most of the magic is in post in Davinci Resolve. You're right, I'm not sure why the film grain came through so much on this one...hmm
*_Yo Spencer - when ya' gonna fire down on a new IBIS Ripley VV? V²? V5!????????????_*
Did you enjoy this better than the EVO you just reviewed?
This ASR was set up for more XC efficiency, lighter build, and less grip - which made it roll faster. I'd go with the EVO in the PNW as the spec w/ the brakes and tires was pretty killer in wet conditions/steeper terrain. I'd go with the ASR as spec'd if I were trying to win a traditional XC race.
ASR vs. Epic 8 (non-EVO)? Any thoughts?
Another point…what is the value of the lockout, necessary or never used?
So, a long these lines of thinking, how does the new epic Evo measure up against the Transition Spur?
@@samd6405 Never had the honor of riding the standard Epic 8!
How tall are you?
There are a lot of cables on the handlebar. :D
i wish next would be the exie review but I know that aint gonna happen! :)
How big is the difference to a Trek Top Fuel?
Probably about $2000
It's been a while, but I remember the Top Fuel being pretty stable and an incredible feeling little bike. This ASR was definitely lighter and faster as spec'd though.
XC bikes have gotten so much better
ASR stands for Also Sold as Rockymountain
Frame storage is the only missing option…
Don’t understand reviewers like this that insist on having the whole review shot while puffing along a dizzying single track. This review could be copied and pasted for any modern XC bike over $4k. No shots of the bike or build kit 👎
Valid feedback.
This is what reall maters, how the bike rides, feels and performs not what build kit it has. Most all other biker "reviews" are basically comercials with info that you can look up. You can't look up how it rides, feels and performs. This guy by far is my favorite bike "reviewer". The POV format while reviewing gives a perspective that just yaking alone can't.
You win the most ignorant comment award, and you are waaaaay out in front of second place. Do you even ride bikes?