I'm about 2.5 years from retirement. That's when I plan on taking up some adventure biking. I'll definitely be purchasing one of these adventure bikes at that time. I live in Las Cruces, NM so I'm looking forward to you posting a video about your trip through the state.
Ryan, you could probably sell me anything! I bought one!! I've been trying to talk myself out of it as I am a petite woman age 66 with zero MTB experience. I got the Priority Turi back in April, but I am surrounded by hills and canyons with trails calling to me on which the Turi will not go. I trained as a mechanic and I am drawn to the belt drive and internal gear box technology (Porsche! finally I can afford one). I know this bike is a match made in Heaven for you, I see many rave reviews from other men, so I'm taking a chance to see if it will work for me, to enjoy nature, the outdoors, and go farther than my feet can take me, to get me out there, and up and over the hills in the way. Maybe I'll even try bike packing....Thank you for all your positive enthusiasm and inspiration. Ole!
Bought the 600x during the pre-order period - waited about 7 months for delivery - and it's still my dream bike! Thanks Ryan and Priority for the great work!
I placed my order for the 600X about a month ago (perfect timing :) and am sooooooo excited to be getting the upgraded ADX!!!! Love all the changes and the things you kept the same!! I'll be riding it on a few overnight bikepacking trips to get used to it and then doing the Cohutta Cat in Georgia in October. If you don't have anything better to do, come on over!!! Thanks so much for all you do!!
First, congrats on the new ADX! So now my "sad" time I purchased the 600X mid-March and it is a wonderful bike👍I have just 18 miles on it as I came down with Lymes disease right after 😢 but now I am like OMG as almost everything that Priority and you have upgraded and turned into the ADX are things I told my wife I was having issues with. Some Geometry even with my 34" inseam I better not make one false move or hard stop...If you know what I mean!? Switching out from internal cable routing is great, and would love the more stiffness in frame, kickstand not bolted through frame, and YES even those bolts wanting a lower profile on those. Well I either have to find a time machine OR find a way to break it to my wife that I need to "upgrade" (after only 18 miles) to the ADX....both about equal hardness 🤔 Keep doing your great work Ryan!!
Oh no, I'm sorry to hear that you got Lyme's disease, I hope it hasn't been too hard to manage. Your 600x will always be an awesome bike and will take you on many amazing adventures
You’ve inspired me to get off the couch and get out there. Im looking forward to not having a derailleur, or chain to repair. Low maintenance, work horse with sparkles sold me! My 600ADX arrives in a few days.
Ryan, Awesome overview of 600 ADX. Great job Team Priority! I’m saving up for it. Mechanical shifting is what I want. More sparkles is what makes me smile. Cheers!
Just ordered my Large 600adx. Ryan I appreciate your inspiration and Priority making quality bikes. Can't wait to receive it and Get Out There!. Looking forward to see more adventures of you on the 600adx.
Very nice upgrades for comfort and weight considerations. I keep going back and forth between the 600X and the Esker Hayduke. I'm doing a 5 day bikepaking trip with a friend in a week and he has a rig with the Gates & Pinion system. I'm looking forward to seeing how it all performs in the dirt and dust of NM. Thanks Ryan & Eddie.
Ryan, a big fan, and follower. I think I've watched most of your adventures. I've downloaded your packing list, and use it when I prepare for a trip. I love this near and improved 600, except for one problem. I turn 72 on December, and you too will face the dilemna of age. I will not stop my adventures, until I am wheeled away. However, I need this bike with the MAHLE X20 hub motor, or something like that. I will buy an egravel bike in the next few years, I'd like it to be like this one. Thanks for listening.
Hey Ryan, I just want to say that you inspired me to do my first bikecamping trip this past weekend. Certainly not the massive escapades you've been on, but I biked from Halifax (Nova Scotia) to Graves Island campground. So, about 80 km one way. I biked there, camped overnight, and biked back. I'm hurting, but it was tons of fun. I filmed the whole thing on my GoPro. Now I just need to figure out what to do with said footage. (Heh, I also encountered an underpass and did a hearty "Ole ole!" in your honor.)
So excited!! I am heading to NY this summer and will definitely be stopping by Priority. The 600x has been on my bucket list of bikes but Now the 600ADX
So, you said something at the end about getting out there and challenging yourself. Partly inspired by watching your videos, I did the 100k Assault on the Carolinas over in Brevard, NC, at the beginning of April. It's a charity road ride benefiting the Rotary Club of Pisgah Forest. I had never ridden that far before, but that was only part of the challenge. The route included a six mile climb up Caesar's Head Highway that had a 2000 foot elevation change from the bottom to the top. I didn't get crazy and try to blow myself up, I took it at a comfortable pace and made it all the way to the top without stopping.
OK!!!! FINE!!!! I’ll buy one!!!!! STOP TWISTING MY ARM!!!! 😂. Came in Friday…. Still building it up but have ridden it all the way around the block…. Yep… full 3 miles on her so far. Love it. Thanks Ryan. Putting it together for a Florida Divide Ride…. Love your content by the way…
For those of you who may think this bike is expensive, when I compare the retail price ADX to what I spent building my GRX 12 speed adventure bike, the Priority is actually less expensive.
Considered the 600x and then realized the Eight is coming back and that's more my style right now. Ships at the end of June and I cannot wait to get some miles and alone time on that beautiful machine. Love this bike too.
I love the mechanical shifting .It is so so easy to use and no maintenance. It does at a little time to retrain your mind from the conventional way others bike shift.Its so easy to use.
Wow. Very impressive. I love that you called it an adventure machine. Very nice. Thanks for sharing this with us. Can't wait to see you run it through its paces.
Very much intrigued. I’m looking for a new bike to get back into riding, but at 300lbs I’ve gotta consider the strength of the wheels. I’m also a little apprehensive not being able to test ride before I buy
I currently love my trek 520. Switches to straight bars from the drops and went with trigger shifts. I’ve always wanted to try a belt drive. Perhaps one day. Love your videos Ryan. Been with ya since your cross country trek with Ally.
Ryan is an alien on a bike and catches bikes in mid air..I have said this before, yet I think he would CRUSH the field in Tours, as in DeFrance/Espana/Italy, etc,etc, with NO EPO/aids..Ryan. keep the mechanical shifting..I LOVED my gripshift!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I would love to own one. I will wait for another remake/resizing of the bike. Every bike and most clothing manufacturers think that everyone is 5'3" or taller. I am 5', that's all, and at 64.5 years old, I ain't getting any taller 😂. Thanks for the effort, but just don't stop working on it!
Very impressive that Priority listens to its buyers! A few changes would be nice. A dozen upgrades will keep the Priority 600ADX at the top of the bikepacking market. My only change will be a change to 2.6" tires in the priocess of changeover to tubeless.
@duzer is all good. I wish they would do it. I'm a ti frame as well, so folks like me don't have to go ultralight every trip. And also, regardless, congrats it is great. Side bar I got to go to Denver as an adult finally and it qas very nice.
oooh I have wanted a Priority for a long time but you didn't make my size! So glad the ADX has a small- but small enough?? I am 5'1, not sure I will take the chance on ordering! Dang!! Love ya, RVD!
Trailrunner by day; mountainbiker / bikepacker by dream. I have the Priority 600 [switched to Terravail gravel style tires] and recently did my first gravel event for 22 miles. I know it's not much but for me... it was! Like everyone else says man - you sir are part of the reason I was compelled to sign up and actually get after it. Maybe I'll save up enough for one of the newer Priority Bikes but the 600 has been an absolute beaut for me. If ya need support for GDMBR - shout out.
Thx for the reviews on these Priority bikes. I've almost always driven hand me downs and decided on getting a decent one. I was however getting lost in the weeds watching all the many options out there. These reviews have been really insightful on the price and quality of this brand. Now to see if they ship to EU 😅
for a similar steel bike check out the tout terrain outback, it is more expensive tough and not sure how easy it is to get hold of one in the states (german brand)
6:16 Marzocchi indicate a 125hr service interval for a full service on the Bomber Z2 fork. At 7-10 hours of bikepacking per day, that’s only 12-17 days! 😮 That doesn’t sound very low maintenance to me. Did you guys get different info from Marzocchi? What am I missing?
Good question! A 125 hour service interval is on the long side for a suspension fork, and while it's not "no-maintenance," it's much longer than most suspension forks (most have 50 hour service intervals). With the open bath damper design, if you happen to go over the service interval there is less risk to damaging the fork compared to other, more delicate designs. Also, with Fox's massive dealer network, you're never too far from a shop that can service the fork.
Wow.... I am amazed at the price. Very affordable for the serious rider. Yea, if I were younger I would snag one today. I want to add a snarfblatt and a dinglehopper within close reach....now it is doable.
Love the bike. Envious! Your shows, during the tail end of Covid restrictions, have been a great motivation for me to ride bikes again! Here are some novice's questions. 1. With your bikes, how did you arrive at the best handlebar angles for riding? 2. Would you fit Ergon GP5 grips and bar extensions? 3. Have you trialled other handlebars? 4. For power supply, would a designer ever consider having the rear axel with a generator instead of the front wheel, together with a centre kick stand strong enough to support your weight for stationary bicycling? Or maybe a disengagement gear in or around the hub?(Maybe all too far out and adding weight). 5. You talk about weight, when does the increased strength start to impact on the weight of an aluminium frame? 6. How does this compare to a modern steel frame's strength to weight ratio? Thank you for your attention. M.
I've got a OG 600X, which I love. The frame doesn't feel particularly flexy. Curious why the new frame gussets for support were added in the two places was. I doubt (many) frames were breaking or being warrantied, but maybe it was to increase the rider weight for this new model? Should I be concerned for my OG frame developing cracks around the gearbox?
Hi there! We strengthened and stiffened the frame to raise the weight limit and allow more seatpost extension with a shorter seat tube (one of the ways we improved standover). For some riders with gear in the front and the rear, the gussets also help to keep the weight from swinging around as much on rough terrain. Your bike won't develop cracks :)
Great improvements Ryan well done. Really great to see a KSA 40 Standard kickstand mount +++ love the gussets for stiffness too; what a +. It's a great bike. Would love to see a bike exactly like it but with a Rigid Fork and provistion for super heavy duty Touring Front and Rear Racks for 4 full size panniers and 1 top bag on front and 1 top bag on the rear. A front rack that can take 2 panniers and a bag on a top platform woud be the absolute best.
Hahaha the kickstand debate is endless, my brother thinks they are nerdy but at Ragbrai guess who leaned his bike up against mine every town we stopped at...lol
I have one of the first run of the 600X (going on 4 years). It was and is still the best value in a bike with Pinion and Gates drive technology.....Bar None! The nearest competitor with similar equipment starts at $5K ish. I learned of this bike from you, Ryan. Thank you. Looks like this new version will also be a keeper. As an aside, it looks like the frame triangle loses some real estate. Is that true? No matter. There is always a tradeoff. Now I need to make an excuse to get one of the new ADX's. Hard to do when my X is still going strong. Thanks for sharing.
I want to Love these bikes and pull the trigger on buying one, but I can't get over the weight. 34 lbs is too heavy! Add another 20 for bikepacking gear and you're up to 55 lbs or so seems to heavy...Am I missing something? I remain torn with something like a Specialized Epic hardtail which is 10 lbs lighter vs a priority bike. Help!
Great presentation of this low maintenance / adventure bike ! Good to see poeple thinking of making a bike simple (cable routing) and pleasant to ride ! 👍
This does look like a great bike, I sold my 600x because it was just to big for me. I had the small (I am 5'8" ) and rode it for a year and loved it and the suspension was a fabulous idea. But It just didnt fit me, so sad. Maybe 600ADX would be the bomb...I think the light blue color is gorgeous, it should be an optional color...lol
I am 5' 10" with a 31.5" inseam. I have the 600X in Medium and I find my 600X to be too big in the inseam when dismounting. I mainly confine my rides to bike trails and the ride is nice. Should I take it going on dirt up/down trails I do not think I would be too happy to perform a quick dismount especially un clipping out of my pedals. I also have the Priority 600 (in a different location) and have much less of a concern with the Medium sizing. Its that sloping top tube which takes some getting used to especially coming from a 90's vintage mountain bike frame. The 600x handle bar is quite wide. Its okay for the relaxed riding. I still prefer the 90's vintage mountain bike with more narrow handlebar with the addition of Onza (or Profile) bar ends. That combination is great for getting out of the saddle on hill climbs to work the quads/legs. The normal force downward under my shoulder blades is far more comfortable. I also use this technique to provide a workout for my arms. I think there is probably not just one bike for anyone, since one's riding style(s) and needs must match the bike style/geometry.
Other than the Priority Adventure Center in Mill Valley, California, is there a way to see/ touch/ ride this and other bikes that Priority offers? It appears that Priority is partnering with Dogfish Head in June for a "Good Vibes & Bike Rides" event- will they have bikes to sample at that event? Will there be future events for experiencing the Priority line-up?
The Adventure Center is really the only place, and yes, they usually have a lineup of different models to test out at all their events. Stay tuned for more events!
NYC and Mill Valley are our two places with bicycles to check out. We have really focused on the online experience as a way to deliver value to our customers. Feel free to hit us with questions anytime, we are helpful! Keep an eye out for events, too!
This bike is amazing! I’ve been a dedicated Single Speed Mountain biker for many years. I increased my fleet to include geared hardtail’s and gravel bikes. The superior design of a wider flanged SS specific hub and structural stronger rear wheel is extremely noticeable. Especially when you consider the wider tires and increased load of a bike packed hardtail. As for purchasing a new bike, I would like to know if you can recommend a way to donate some of my old bikes and parts to people who really need them? Perhaps people in foreign countries that depend heavily on having bicycles for transportation but are not able to afford them? Just a thought. I’ve donated to Goodwill and another place in Los Angeles called The Bike Kitchen but honestly I think American’s don’t need them and they would be more valuable to other countries.
I love that you wanna giveaway your bikes to people in need! I don’t know of an international org that takes used bikes overseas, but I can assure you that there’s plenty of folks here that would benefit from a bike. Try googling to see if there’s somewhere to donate that makes you feel good. Cheers!
@@duzer I’ve sent a few bikes to the Philippines 🇵🇭 and plan on sending more. I was just thinking that it could be something that Priority or another brand could consider. #1 You order a new bike and check ☑️ the box that you have a bike to donate. #2 They mail you your bike and have instructions on how to repack your donated bike. #3 You confirm that your bike is ready for pickup or drop off at the post office. #4 The world has less waste and your old bike gets new usage. Of course there are many nuances to this and it’s much more complicated. Perhaps you would not only need to donate your bicycle but be willing to donate the shipping fees. But some people like me are as concerned about the environment as helping people in need.
Very Good Marketing - In addition, the incremental changes are something that perhaps Surly will copy. I kind of like external bike cables. Fishing wires into space where they may be unguided seems like a gamble. I do not like the new screws. I like screws that can be started with the fingers. I guess anybody can go to the hardware store and change back to the other kind. This bicycle company does seem to respond to their customers. The video reminded me of Beau of the Fifth Column - Was that intentional? People like Beau. If I get a new bike, I'll consider this brand. No derailleur - No chain
ADX: Any Damn eXcuse to go bike packing. It's a great price for an entire bike with a Pinion gear box, a Gates belt and plenty of mounts added to the frame.
Thanks for another great video. Going to buy a 600 adx soon. The guys at priority suggested I get a large bc I’m 5’11” w an inseam of 31.5”. Ryan do you have any input on sizing?
@ thanks for always being positive and uplifting. Sorry about the haters during these crazy political times. Keep doing what you’re doing. Cream rises to the top. Sending good vibes from the land of enchantment (NM)
Really awsome bike! My bike packing is going to take me the direction of light gravel and rail trails, so I ordered the Gemini. But I definitely kicked this one around. My 1992 Franken bike Raleigh M50 I got for Christmas that same year is now pulling gravel duty, so I can give my first mountain bike a rest for a while.😎
very happy with the geometry of my 600x .. love the high stack. The added stiffness is nice though. I'm still voting for the old 600x geometry completely in 4130er chromoly steel...will never happen I know :)
@@duzerwhen the new bike gets announced, will the USD250 discount for the ADX still be around? I actually wanted to order the Gemini, but the max weight of 275 lbs is really cutting it close, so I am hesitant to order it.
i really appreciate that it doesn't come with an inverted suspension bike. it allows for things like mounting an OMM Divide rack which is my personal optimal front packing method. (not for everyone of course but i personally appreciated it) Now if only i could trade all my bikes for this one.
Skipping on the e-shifter Pinion in this 600X updated version is another huge ERR from Pinion R&D team (Thx for addressing the previous ERR w/ the fork).. From the manufacturer spec data: "The battery pack provides well over 20,000 shifting operations, which corresponds to about 100 pure operating hours. The battery is waterproof according to IPX7 and can be mounted by the OEM either inside the frame or outside. In under 3 hours, the battery is fully charged via a dedicated cable interface." Everyone on a bike adventure trip carry at-least 2 battery driven devices - GPS + Phone...and some sort of recharge for them. ...100 hours operation can easily hold ya over the entire divide ride, but hey, cables reliability is the way 😉
Man, I'd love to have this bike or one similar. Unfortunately, I just recently got my bike stolen after putting alot of money into it, really sucks, so looking for another bike I can go bike packing with but don't have the money atm sadly. Hopefully one day, I'll be able to afford a good one soon.
@@duzer Wow, that's a granny gear for sure.... Thanks for the info and the great videos over the years (still Love Cycles is my fav and a calm in the storm... a series to go back to as this world gets crazier and crazier)
Digging the changes on the new model. Love the bolts too, already had changed mine out on the 600x. Great news on the new hub as well. Any chance Priority will just sell a new rear wheel for us OG folks? Between being 25mm wide and noisy hubs I’d love to upgrade.
Totally feel dumb sharing slight frustration getting 600X just before the ADX was launched. Sorry everyone - I am GRATEFUL for sure! Both in working with Priority and, to be honest, REALLY LOVED riding the X and can’t wait to get busy making memories with the adventures ahead! Ugh - what a plonker … took down my original post and just want the love to continue to flow - let’s GET OUT THERE!!!!! WOOooO!!
Your attention to detail in the 600ADX is even evident in your attention to detail in video production, attention to detail in bolts, check, attention to finger nails, check, attention to cuticles, check. See you in Banff Duzer, I cant ride this year (again) but I want take in the atmosphere.
Would love to order it but not too keen on purchasing it from the US to Europe to get asked to pay an extra 20% in import taxes... Not distributor in EU on the horizon...
We're really proud of this bike and hope that it allows even more people to GET OUT THERE!! **The 600ADX-Sparkly Edition**
I'm about 2.5 years from retirement. That's when I plan on taking up some adventure biking. I'll definitely be purchasing one of these adventure bikes at that time. I live in Las Cruces, NM so I'm looking forward to you posting a video about your trip through the state.
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@@bigoledaddyz NICE! I really enjoy Las Cruces
Send me one and I'll test it for you. Tired of dealing with derailleurs and I ride all the time, 6'4 not sure if the geometry will be right.
Ryan, you could probably sell me anything! I bought one!! I've been trying to talk myself out of it as I am a petite woman age 66 with zero MTB experience. I got the Priority Turi back in April, but I am surrounded by hills and canyons with trails calling to me on which the Turi will not go. I trained as a mechanic and I am drawn to the belt drive and internal gear box technology (Porsche! finally I can afford one). I know this bike is a match made in Heaven for you, I see many rave reviews from other men, so I'm taking a chance to see if it will work for me, to enjoy nature, the outdoors, and go farther than my feet can take me, to get me out there, and up and over the hills in the way. Maybe I'll even try bike packing....Thank you for all your positive enthusiasm and inspiration. Ole!
Bought the 600x during the pre-order period - waited about 7 months for delivery - and it's still my dream bike! Thanks Ryan and Priority for the great work!
Yay!! I’m so glad to hear that! I wish you many happy adventures on that bike
Same here. Have had for going on 4 years. Awesome bike!
As someone who is 5'5 and really wanted the 600X, my one concern was the sizing. With this being fixed, this is my new dream bike. I AM SO EXCITED!
Yay!!! We’re so happy that it’ll fit more riders!!!
I placed my order for the 600X about a month ago (perfect timing :) and am sooooooo excited to be getting the upgraded ADX!!!! Love all the changes and the things you kept the same!! I'll be riding it on a few overnight bikepacking trips to get used to it and then doing the Cohutta Cat in Georgia in October. If you don't have anything better to do, come on over!!! Thanks so much for all you do!!
Yay!!!! I’m so happy for you!! I’ll see if I can make that happen. Cheers!
First, congrats on the new ADX! So now my "sad" time I purchased the 600X mid-March and it is a wonderful bike👍I have just 18 miles on it as I came down with Lymes disease right after 😢 but now I am like OMG as almost everything that Priority and you have upgraded and turned into the ADX are things I told my wife I was having issues with. Some Geometry even with my 34" inseam I better not make one false move or hard stop...If you know what I mean!? Switching out from internal cable routing is great, and would love the more stiffness in frame, kickstand not bolted through frame, and YES even those bolts wanting a lower profile on those. Well I either have to find a time machine OR find a way to break it to my wife that I need to "upgrade" (after only 18 miles) to the ADX....both about equal hardness 🤔 Keep doing your great work Ryan!!
Oh no, I'm sorry to hear that you got Lyme's disease, I hope it hasn't been too hard to manage. Your 600x will always be an awesome bike and will take you on many amazing adventures
Didn’t start regretting my 600x purchase until you mentioned MORE sparkles. Unridable. (Love the bike, keep up the good work!)
Hahaha!! I’ll send you a packet of sparkles to jazz up your bike ;)
You’ve inspired me to get off the couch and get out there. Im looking forward to not having a derailleur, or chain to repair. Low maintenance, work horse with sparkles sold me! My 600ADX arrives in a few days.
Right on!! You’re gonna love it.
Ryan, Awesome overview of 600 ADX. Great job Team Priority! I’m saving up for it. Mechanical shifting is what I want. More sparkles is what makes me smile. Cheers!
More sparkles for the win!
Just ordered my Large 600adx. Ryan I appreciate your inspiration and Priority making quality bikes. Can't wait to receive it and Get Out There!.
Looking forward to see more adventures of you on the 600adx.
That’s awesome!! You’re gonna have so many great adventures on that thing
Thanks for developing this bike. There are many bikes out there (in the market), but your adventure bike is a sensible and worthy addition.
I appreciate that! We feel like we’re offering something quite different than mainstream bikes.
I’m glad I waited to buy. I’m saving for this one now.
You won’t be disappointed
Very nice upgrades for comfort and weight considerations. I keep going back and forth between the 600X and the Esker Hayduke. I'm doing a 5 day bikepaking trip with a friend in a week and he has a rig with the Gates & Pinion system. I'm looking forward to seeing how it all performs in the dirt and dust of NM. Thanks Ryan & Eddie.
Enjoy NM!!! I love that state
Ryan, a big fan, and follower. I think I've watched most of your adventures. I've downloaded your packing list, and use it when I prepare for a trip. I love this near and improved 600, except for one problem. I turn 72 on December, and you too will face the dilemna of age. I will not stop my adventures, until I am wheeled away. However, I need this bike with the MAHLE X20 hub motor, or something like that. I will buy an egravel bike in the next few years, I'd like it to be like this one. Thanks for listening.
My man! We'll see about electrifying one of these down the road, I'm definitely a fan of making bikes more accessible for everyone. Happy Trails!
Hey Ryan, I just want to say that you inspired me to do my first bikecamping trip this past weekend. Certainly not the massive escapades you've been on, but I biked from Halifax (Nova Scotia) to Graves Island campground. So, about 80 km one way. I biked there, camped overnight, and biked back. I'm hurting, but it was tons of fun. I filmed the whole thing on my GoPro. Now I just need to figure out what to do with said footage.
(Heh, I also encountered an underpass and did a hearty "Ole ole!" in your honor.)
So excited!! I am heading to NY this summer and will definitely be stopping by Priority. The 600x has been on my bucket list of bikes but Now the 600ADX
Have fun in NYC!! You’ll love meeting the team
I wish I was into bikepacking and mountain biking and needed this bike 😛 My Apollo is doing great!
The Apollo is a sweet bike!! Love mine too
So, you said something at the end about getting out there and challenging yourself. Partly inspired by watching your videos, I did the 100k Assault on the Carolinas over in Brevard, NC, at the beginning of April. It's a charity road ride benefiting the Rotary Club of Pisgah Forest. I had never ridden that far before, but that was only part of the challenge. The route included a six mile climb up Caesar's Head Highway that had a 2000 foot elevation change from the bottom to the top. I didn't get crazy and try to blow myself up, I took it at a comfortable pace and made it all the way to the top without stopping.
That’s awesome!! I love what Rotary clubs do for the world (I was a Rotary exchange student). Congrats on your big ride!!
OK!!!! FINE!!!! I’ll buy one!!!!! STOP TWISTING MY ARM!!!! 😂. Came in Friday…. Still building it up but have ridden it all the way around the block…. Yep… full 3 miles on her so far. Love it. Thanks Ryan. Putting it together for a Florida Divide Ride….
Love your content by the way…
YAY!! So glad to hear it!! Happy New Bike Day!!
For those of you who may think this bike is expensive, when I compare the retail price ADX to what I spent building my GRX 12 speed adventure bike, the Priority is actually less expensive.
Thanks for chiming in, this is quite a good price…and by far the most affordable Pinion MTB on the market.
Awesome, can't wait to follow along as you tackle the GDMBR!
I can’t wait!
Considered the 600x and then realized the Eight is coming back and that's more my style right now. Ships at the end of June and I cannot wait to get some miles and alone time on that beautiful machine. Love this bike too.
The Eight is awesome!! You’re gonna love it
I thought Priority 600x couldn't get any better but it did and well done can’t wait to see touch and ride it in person on the next adventure.
Beautiful! I'm going to order one, was going to pull the trigger on an X and just in time the upgrade comes in!
Yay!! You’ll be one of the first to rock this new bike!! Happy trails
Bravo Ryan. Awesome bike & presentation. Can't wait to get mine!
Thanks! I had fun with this one
I love the mechanical shifting .It is so so easy to use and no maintenance. It does at a little time to retrain your mind from the conventional way others bike shift.Its so easy to use.
AWESOME bike, Ryan. Thanks for this video. LOVE the Broncos hoodie!
Go broncos!
Wow. Very impressive. I love that you called it an adventure machine. Very nice. Thanks for sharing this with us. Can't wait to see you run it through its paces.
Very much intrigued. I’m looking for a new bike to get back into riding, but at 300lbs I’ve gotta consider the strength of the wheels. I’m also a little apprehensive not being able to test ride before I buy
I currently love my trek 520. Switches to straight bars from the drops and went with trigger shifts. I’ve always wanted to try a belt drive. Perhaps one day. Love your videos Ryan. Been with ya since your cross country trek with Ally.
The 520 is such a sweet bike!! And thanks for being with me since Love Cycles
@@duzer I watched em all individually before ya made the “movie”. I’d love to do that ride.
Ryan is an alien on a bike and catches bikes in mid air..I have said this before, yet I think he would CRUSH the field in Tours, as in DeFrance/Espana/Italy, etc,etc, with NO EPO/aids..Ryan. keep the mechanical shifting..I LOVED my gripshift!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cool! Can't wait to click Join Waitlist on this one
It’s available now!
Wish I could fit one of these, but at 5’1” and a 27” inseam. Looks like I’ll have to keep looking 😢
I would love to own one. I will wait for another remake/resizing of the bike. Every bike and most clothing manufacturers think that everyone is 5'3" or taller. I am 5', that's all, and at 64.5 years old, I ain't getting any taller 😂.
Thanks for the effort, but just don't stop working on it!
I'm with ya on this, patriciastacy! Not small enough!!
Very impressive that Priority listens to its buyers! A few changes would be nice. A dozen upgrades will keep the Priority 600ADX at the top of the bikepacking market. My only change will be a change to 2.6" tires in the priocess of changeover to tubeless.
Hey friend. The weight limit is for people and gear. This is a super important distinction.
Yep, my bad for not making that clear
@duzer is all good. I wish they would do it. I'm a ti frame as well, so folks like me don't have to go ultralight every trip. And also, regardless, congrats it is great. Side bar I got to go to Denver as an adult finally and it qas very nice.
oooh I have wanted a Priority for a long time but you didn't make my size! So glad the ADX has a small- but small enough?? I am 5'1, not sure I will take the chance on ordering! Dang!! Love ya, RVD!
Trailrunner by day; mountainbiker / bikepacker by dream. I have the Priority 600 [switched to Terravail gravel style tires] and recently did my first gravel event for 22 miles. I know it's not much but for me... it was!
Like everyone else says man - you sir are part of the reason I was compelled to sign up and actually get after it. Maybe I'll save up enough for one of the newer Priority Bikes but the 600 has been an absolute beaut for me.
If ya need support for GDMBR - shout out.
Way to go!! I bet that felt good. Those Terravails are sweet. I love my 600 too!! Happy trails
Thx for the reviews on these Priority bikes. I've almost always driven hand me downs and decided on getting a decent one. I was however getting lost in the weeds watching all the many options out there. These reviews have been really insightful on the price and quality of this brand. Now to see if they ship to EU 😅
Why the added gussets, stiffness? Isn’t the aluminum bike already stiff enough? Is there ever any consideration of making a steel version?😬🤔
for a similar steel bike check out the tout terrain outback, it is more expensive tough and not sure how easy it is to get hold of one in the states (german brand)
I really liked the blue frame, maybe with extra sparkles
Maybe someday! I like the blue, too
6:16 Marzocchi indicate a 125hr service interval for a full service on the Bomber Z2 fork. At 7-10 hours of bikepacking per day, that’s only 12-17 days! 😮 That doesn’t sound very low maintenance to me. Did you guys get different info from Marzocchi? What am I missing?
Good question! A 125 hour service interval is on the long side for a suspension fork, and while it's not "no-maintenance," it's much longer than most suspension forks (most have 50 hour service intervals). With the open bath damper design, if you happen to go over the service interval there is less risk to damaging the fork compared to other, more delicate designs. Also, with Fox's massive dealer network, you're never too far from a shop that can service the fork.
Please add a version with mechanical disc brakes and S&S couplers, would be ultimate travel machine
Wow.... I am amazed at the price. Very affordable for the serious rider. Yea, if I were younger I would snag one today. I want to add a snarfblatt and a dinglehopper within close reach....now it is doable.
I know it is really the Awesome Dana X! And I like your orange Dana sweatshirt! Great bike! Good job Ryan and team priority!
This bike is totally named after YOU!!! Your juju and added sparkles give this bike magical powers.
Eddie is indeed the man.
Love the bike. Envious! Your shows, during the tail end of Covid restrictions, have been a great motivation for me to ride bikes again! Here are some novice's questions.
1. With your bikes, how did you arrive at the best handlebar angles for riding?
2. Would you fit Ergon GP5 grips and bar extensions?
3. Have you trialled other handlebars?
4. For power supply, would a designer ever consider having the rear axel with a generator instead of the front wheel, together with a centre kick stand strong enough to support your weight for stationary bicycling? Or maybe a disengagement gear in or around the hub?(Maybe all too far out and adding weight).
5. You talk about weight, when does the increased strength start to impact on the weight of an aluminium frame?
6. How does this compare to a modern steel frame's strength to weight ratio?
Thank you for your attention. M.
I've got a OG 600X, which I love. The frame doesn't feel particularly flexy. Curious why the new frame gussets for support were added in the two places was. I doubt (many) frames were breaking or being warrantied, but maybe it was to increase the rider weight for this new model? Should I be concerned for my OG frame developing cracks around the gearbox?
Hi there! We strengthened and stiffened the frame to raise the weight limit and allow more seatpost extension with a shorter seat tube (one of the ways we improved standover). For some riders with gear in the front and the rear, the gussets also help to keep the weight from swinging around as much on rough terrain. Your bike won't develop cracks :)
Also, your frame is warrantied for 5 years if anything ever happens
Ryan, have you ever used a suspension seat post at some point (such as Cane Creek for example)?
Great changes and upgrades! Was the kickstand moved aft and in a bit to avoid heel strikes, by chance?
It sure was!! Darn it, forgot to mention that ;)
@@duzerthat's great news! Love what y'all have done here with the ADX. Just might need to snag one 😎
Ah! That’s the one thing I can’t fix on my 600x! (Without removing it)
My comment about not having smart shifters was not cool so have deleted. Love your channel!
I like to tour in a Classic Bike Touring 4 - 6 panniers way.... Can we expect a classic with modern featured bike?
For Eg Co Motion bikes....
Great improvements Ryan well done. Really great to see a KSA 40 Standard kickstand mount +++ love the gussets for stiffness too; what a +. It's a great bike. Would love to see a bike exactly like it but with a Rigid Fork and provistion for super heavy duty Touring Front and Rear Racks for 4 full size panniers and 1 top bag on front and 1 top bag on the rear. A front rack that can take 2 panniers and a bag on a top platform woud be the absolute best.
Simple enough to swap out the fork for one that can handle whatever you want.
Excellent work!!! So many improvements! 👏 👏 👏
Hahaha the kickstand debate is endless, my brother thinks they are nerdy but at Ragbrai guess who leaned his bike up against mine every town we stopped at...lol
Haha!! You win ;)
I have one of the first run of the 600X (going on 4 years). It was and is still the best value in a bike with Pinion and Gates drive technology.....Bar None! The nearest competitor with similar equipment starts at $5K ish. I learned of this bike from you, Ryan. Thank you. Looks like this new version will also be a keeper. As an aside, it looks like the frame triangle loses some real estate. Is that true? No matter. There is always a tradeoff. Now I need to make an excuse to get one of the new ADX's. Hard to do when my X is still going strong. Thanks for sharing.
I’m so glad that you’re loving the 600x!! The frame triangle is indeed smaller, unfortunately, but now the bike will fit more people. Happy trails
Sounds like a wonderful bike ride
Im excited to see it in person!
I am so glad you didn't do electric shifting.
I want to Love these bikes and pull the trigger on buying one, but I can't get over the weight. 34 lbs is too heavy! Add another 20 for bikepacking gear and you're up to 55 lbs or so seems to heavy...Am I missing something? I remain torn with something like a Specialized Epic hardtail which is 10 lbs lighter vs a priority bike. Help!
Can’t wait to get home and watch this video!!!!!
It’s not as good as Hot Shots Part Deux, but pretty close 😂😂
Cool how they've implemented so much rider feedback!
Thanks! Rider feedback is very important when implementing changes.
Nice job on the bike looks great and very well built! Where is the extra gates belt storage compartment? Kidding!
hahaha. I always have one on hand, but I like the idea of a secret storage container ;)
How can you demo the bike before buying one, and can I get one in blue?
Ryan as far as the screws.....(you can use this info in next video)....lol
Your going from a SHCS...Socket Head Cap Screw to a Button Head .
Great presentation of this low maintenance / adventure bike ! Good to see poeple thinking of making a bike simple (cable routing) and pleasant to ride ! 👍
This does look like a great bike, I sold my 600x because it was just to big for me. I had the small (I am 5'8" ) and rode it for a year and loved it and the suspension was a fabulous idea. But It just didnt fit me, so sad. Maybe 600ADX would be the bomb...I think the light blue color is gorgeous, it should be an optional color...lol
Sorry to hear that the 600x didn’t quite fit :( The small ADX is WAY smaller and will fit all the shorties ;)
I am 5' 10" with a 31.5" inseam. I have the 600X in Medium and I find my 600X to be too big in the inseam when dismounting. I mainly confine my rides to bike trails and the ride is nice. Should I take it going on dirt up/down trails I do not think I would be too happy to perform a quick dismount especially un clipping out of my pedals. I also have the Priority 600 (in a different location) and have much less of a concern with the Medium sizing. Its that sloping top tube which takes some getting used to especially coming from a 90's vintage mountain bike frame. The 600x handle bar is quite wide. Its okay for the relaxed riding. I still prefer the 90's vintage mountain bike with more narrow handlebar with the addition of Onza (or Profile) bar ends. That combination is great for getting out of the saddle on hill climbs to work the quads/legs. The normal force downward under my shoulder blades is far more comfortable. I also use this technique to provide a workout for my arms. I think there is probably not just one bike for anyone, since one's riding style(s) and needs must match the bike style/geometry.
Other than the Priority Adventure Center in Mill Valley, California, is there a way to see/ touch/ ride this and other bikes that Priority offers? It appears that Priority is partnering with Dogfish Head in June for a "Good Vibes & Bike Rides" event- will they have bikes to sample at that event? Will there be future events for experiencing the Priority line-up?
The Adventure Center is really the only place, and yes, they usually have a lineup of different models to test out at all their events. Stay tuned for more events!
NYC and Mill Valley are our two places with bicycles to check out. We have really focused on the online experience as a way to deliver value to our customers. Feel free to hit us with questions anytime, we are helpful! Keep an eye out for events, too!
This bike is amazing! I’ve been a dedicated Single Speed Mountain biker for many years. I increased my fleet to include geared hardtail’s and gravel bikes. The superior design of a wider flanged SS specific hub and structural stronger rear wheel is extremely noticeable. Especially when you consider the wider tires and increased load of a bike packed hardtail.
As for purchasing a new bike, I would like to know if you can recommend a way to donate some of my old bikes and parts to people who really need them? Perhaps people in foreign countries that depend heavily on having bicycles for transportation but are not able to afford them? Just a thought. I’ve donated to Goodwill and another place in Los Angeles called The Bike Kitchen but honestly I think American’s don’t need them and they would be more valuable to other countries.
Sell your bicycles to fellow Americans!
I love that you wanna giveaway your bikes to people in need! I don’t know of an international org that takes used bikes overseas, but I can assure you that there’s plenty of folks here that would benefit from a bike. Try googling to see if there’s somewhere to donate that makes you feel good. Cheers!
@@duzer I’ve sent a few bikes to the Philippines 🇵🇭 and plan on sending more. I was just thinking that it could be something that Priority or another brand could consider. #1 You order a new bike and check ☑️ the box that you have a bike to donate. #2 They mail you your bike and have instructions on how to repack your donated bike. #3 You confirm that your bike is ready for pickup or drop off at the post office. #4 The world has less waste and your old bike gets new usage. Of course there are many nuances to this and it’s much more complicated. Perhaps you would not only need to donate your bicycle but be willing to donate the shipping fees. But some people like me are as concerned about the environment as helping people in need.
Very Good Marketing - In addition, the incremental changes are something that perhaps Surly will copy. I kind of like external bike cables. Fishing wires into space where they may be unguided seems like a gamble. I do not like the new screws. I like screws that can be started with the fingers. I guess anybody can go to the hardware store and change back to the other kind. This bicycle company does seem to respond to their customers. The video reminded me of Beau of the Fifth Column - Was that intentional? People like Beau. If I get a new bike, I'll consider this brand. No derailleur - No chain
Who’s Beau? I’ll have to google that.
@@duzer Not a bike guy.
ADX: Any Damn eXcuse to go bike packing. It's a great price for an entire bike with a Pinion gear box, a Gates belt and plenty of mounts added to the frame.
Haha!! I like that one!!
Awesome flat out Awesome Bike!!
My wishlist change would be a permanent / welded-on rear rack with 200+lb weight capacity
It should come with Jones H-bars handlebars , I think .
We like the ones that we designed, but I see the allure of a Jones Bar.
I'll need to try one before I buy one. I'll check with our local bike shop to see if they'll be getting any in stock.
Very nice adventure bike, Ryan. I love it.
Thanks! Can’t wait to ride it one the divide
I’m a short woman and am excited to get this bike
YAY!!!
Thanks for another great video. Going to buy a 600 adx soon. The guys at priority suggested I get a large bc I’m 5’11” w an inseam of 31.5”. Ryan do you have any input on sizing?
I’m the same height and ride a large, fits perfect!!! You’re gonna love this bike
@ thanks for always being positive and uplifting. Sorry about the haters during these crazy political times. Keep doing what you’re doing. Cream rises to the top. Sending good vibes from the land of enchantment (NM)
Is there a reason that you moved away from the Wren fork? Complexity? Durability?
Wren is great, but we wanted a lighter weight fork.
Really awsome bike! My bike packing is going to take me the direction of light gravel and rail trails, so I ordered the Gemini. But I definitely kicked this one around.
My 1992 Franken bike Raleigh M50 I got for Christmas that same year is now pulling gravel duty, so I can give my first mountain bike a rest for a while.😎
You’re gonna love that bike!
very happy with the geometry of my 600x .. love the high stack. The added stiffness is nice though. I'm still voting for the old 600x geometry completely in 4130er chromoly steel...will never happen I know :)
Love this bike! From watching an earlier video I thought priority was going to make a more affordable option?
We are, and I talk about that in this video. Stay tuned!
@duzer will it a rigid fork bike? I prefer to have low rider panniers in the front.
@@duzerwhen the new bike gets announced, will the USD250 discount for the ADX still be around? I actually wanted to order the Gemini, but the max weight of 275 lbs is really cutting it close, so I am hesitant to order it.
i really appreciate that it doesn't come with an inverted suspension bike. it allows for things like mounting an OMM Divide rack which is my personal optimal front packing method. (not for everyone of course but i personally appreciated it)
Now if only i could trade all my bikes for this one.
We’re happy that this fork will be easier for people to mount things onto!
Skipping on the e-shifter Pinion in this 600X updated version is another huge ERR from Pinion R&D team (Thx for addressing the previous ERR w/ the fork)..
From the manufacturer spec data: "The battery pack provides well over 20,000 shifting operations, which corresponds to about 100 pure operating hours. The battery is waterproof according to IPX7 and can be mounted by the OEM either inside the frame or outside. In under 3 hours, the battery is fully charged via a dedicated cable interface."
Everyone on a bike adventure trip carry at-least 2 battery driven devices - GPS + Phone...and some sort of recharge for them. ...100 hours operation can easily hold ya over the entire divide ride, but hey, cables reliability is the way 😉
I took out all the bolts in the frame when I got my green guru
You had me at sparkles!
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How about a cup holder?! I think there’s room for one on there somewhere. Definitely needs a cup holder!
J
Not just a cup holder, a SUPER BIG GULP bucket holder 😂😂
Man, I'd love to have this bike or one similar. Unfortunately, I just recently got my bike stolen after putting alot of money into it, really sucks, so looking for another bike I can go bike packing with but don't have the money atm sadly. Hopefully one day, I'll be able to afford a good one soon.
That's one awesome bike right there!
I think so too!
I one day I hope to afford a Priority 600! Ryan you don’t have a used one I could buy??
Quick question, what is the gear-inch range of the ADX?
Thanks, great video btw
16.1” to 97.5”
@@duzer Wow, that's a granny gear for sure.... Thanks for the info and the great videos over the years (still Love Cycles is my fav and a calm in the storm... a series to go back to as this world gets crazier and crazier)
Digging the changes on the new model. Love the bolts too, already had changed mine out on the 600x.
Great news on the new hub as well.
Any chance Priority will just sell a new rear wheel for us OG folks? Between being 25mm wide and noisy hubs I’d love to upgrade.
Hey thanks! They don’t typically sell parts, but you could reach out…it is a noisy hub though
Nice bike. I really liked the blue used in the videos. Is the 600ADX a replacement for the 600X?
Yes, it is!
Come back to Florida to do CFITT and bring the new bike.
Ooooh!! I wanna do that
Totally feel dumb sharing slight frustration getting 600X just before the ADX was launched. Sorry everyone - I am GRATEFUL for sure! Both in working with Priority and, to be honest, REALLY LOVED riding the X and can’t wait to get busy making memories with the adventures ahead! Ugh - what a plonker … took down my original post and just want the love to continue to flow - let’s GET OUT THERE!!!!! WOOooO!!
Plonker? I’ve never heard that term 😂😂 anyways, I’m excited for you to create memories and go on many adventures on those 600x’s. Olè!!
Hahahaha!! It’s a good one - coming from Scotland … we have a few!! All the best Ryan!
@@bazasmith Olé
I plan on buying multiple #PriorityBikes I am looking @ the Gemini Gravel Titanium, 600 ADX, and 600 HXT. That should cover all my needs for now.
With those 3 bikes you’ll unlock a hidden superpower, kind of like Superman ;)
@@duzer Thank you Sir! Keep up the good content, you are a hero to the bicycle "dork's" community!
Want one for the sparkles
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Your attention to detail in the 600ADX is even evident in your attention to detail in video production, attention to detail in bolts, check, attention to finger nails, check, attention to cuticles, check. See you in Banff Duzer, I cant ride this year (again) but I want take in the atmosphere.
hahaha, I definitely take good care of my cuticles ;) See you in Banff
I definitely wanted more sparkles.
😂😂😂 nothing better than more sparkles ;)
Im ruding between Pensacola Beach and Navarre today
Oooh!!! Im jealous of you beach people. Have fun!
Would love to order it but not too keen on purchasing it from the US to Europe to get asked to pay an extra 20% in import taxes... Not distributor in EU on the horizon...