What a great review you presented. I trust your opinion because you are an advanced rider experienced rider. Am definitely considering in buying one. I have the 2022 Slash aluminium and it rips on hard fast trails. I can only imagine what this generation can do.
Been loving mine! I only have 2 park days and a shuttle day on it but it jumps amazing, eats tech when it needs to, and holds traction without feeling glued to the ground! Can’t wait to get this thing between the tape. Trek has absolutely nailed there last few bikes. Can’t wait to get on the ebike version!
I will start with the easy stuff. The Altitude is arguably a "better" value the comparable build is $500 less and has better tires, including CushCore touch points and quite a bit lighter. In the Slash's corner you do get the Vivid Select + with adjustable HBO. On the ride side of things I wouldn't say either have better traction on the descents and the back end of the Altitude gets out of the way just as well as the high pivot. As far as mixed wheels the Slash feels more designed around the mixed wheels. Climbing, the Slash is the more efficient climber but both have a great body position and the Altitude is quieter. Finally the head angle adjustment and reach adjustment is easier to use on the Altitude but the flip chip for the mullet setup is very hard to access. I don't think either bike is clear winner, but they are both great. They have a few other quirks but I think this response is already too long so if you have any specific questions feel free to reach out on Instagram.
@@themiddleagemasher8108 I’m 170lbs and don’t have a ton of time on the New Zeb and Vivid so I’m not sure rebound and I started with compression in the middle. As far as psi I ran 60 psi front and 210 rear.
I rode a ML in the previous gen, but with all the updates to geometry and some of the bikes I've ridden since I would go large. I didn't have any trouble getting the 200mm seat post low enough and it really didn't feel as big as some of the numbers would suggest.
Dude, What's up! We raced BME together when I was back in CO. The Trek is a bit more maneuverable, especially at slower speed. You do notice that it's a bit heavier. On the rest on the downhill, the high pivot abp suspension loves going fast and takes big hits and square edges like a champ. I think high speed stability is very similar even with the smaller rear wheel. The difference from the suspension is really what sets the bike apart, when braking the rear end stays much more active, the bike stays more composed and so you have more control.
@@djjmann I was surprised how similar they are. I expected the Slash to be more of a pig and more sluggish and it wasn’t. I would say the Nomad still has an edge for maneuverability and pop, but only marginally. I’m still happy with my purchase largely because of the simplicity without all the extra pulleys.
When you say the bikes noisy, you are referring to the idler pulley and drivetrain during the climb right? I wouldnt mind that so much. I just cant stand a noisy, rattle, clunky bike on the descents.
@@KiwiInGermanyMTB yeah, bike prices went insane during the pandemic, mostly blaming shipping and demand, it will be interesting to see where things finally land
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What a great review you presented. I trust your opinion because you are an advanced rider experienced rider. Am definitely considering in buying one. I have the 2022 Slash aluminium and it rips on hard fast trails. I can only imagine what this generation can do.
@@craigsteele8178 it is an impressive bike and a crazy evolution
Been loving mine! I only have 2 park days and a shuttle day on it but it jumps amazing, eats tech when it needs to, and holds traction without feeling glued to the ground! Can’t wait to get this thing between the tape. Trek has absolutely nailed there last few bikes. Can’t wait to get on the ebike version!
@@ryder.alastra agreed, that new Ex maybe the best 140 bike out right now. Glad you’re enjoying the Slash, Trek really made something special.
Yea I love my slash I went from gen 5 to 6 and I definitely notice the difference
I was surprised how much I liked it!
I have this bike going to my shop in the next week or so. Size large. Thanks for the reassuring review!
@@themiddleagemasher8108 I think you’ll be stoked!
@@NICADV I almost orders a gen 5 but changed my mind last minute
@@themiddleagemasher8108 you made the right choice!
Oh dang I didn't know you were on the RUclips! I just slaughtered that subscribe button🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thanks dude, hit me up if you're out this way!
Damn thats some technical climbing
@@K1ngJame5-mtb lots of roots and surprisingly slimy!
Can you give more of comparison to the new altitude?
I will start with the easy stuff. The Altitude is arguably a "better" value the comparable build is $500 less and has better tires, including CushCore touch points and quite a bit lighter. In the Slash's corner you do get the Vivid Select + with adjustable HBO. On the ride side of things I wouldn't say either have better traction on the descents and the back end of the Altitude gets out of the way just as well as the high pivot. As far as mixed wheels the Slash feels more designed around the mixed wheels. Climbing, the Slash is the more efficient climber but both have a great body position and the Altitude is quieter. Finally the head angle adjustment and reach adjustment is easier to use on the Altitude but the flip chip for the mullet setup is very hard to access. I don't think either bike is clear winner, but they are both great. They have a few other quirks but I think this response is already too long so if you have any specific questions feel free to reach out on Instagram.
Where did the noise you talked about come from?
@@ernst_42 just the pulleys while climbing
Couple more question. What do you weight and what pressures did you run the suspension? Psi/ rebound exct…. I’m a fox guy but this bike is rock shox
@@themiddleagemasher8108 I’m 170lbs and don’t have a ton of time on the New Zeb and Vivid so I’m not sure rebound and I started with compression in the middle. As far as psi I ran 60 psi front and 210 rear.
I also have a Gen 6 in HK. It is fun to ride.
May I have the width of your handle bar? Since I feel my handle bar is too wide for me. 😁😁😁
I like them right at 780mm
Thanks for your information.
Do you think if you bought your own one of these you would go with the medium/large? I'm 5'10" and looking seriously at getting one of these.
I rode a ML in the previous gen, but with all the updates to geometry and some of the bikes I've ridden since I would go large. I didn't have any trouble getting the 200mm seat post low enough and it really didn't feel as big as some of the numbers would suggest.
@@NICADV yeah ok, I probably need to ride both sizes again to make a good decision. I have ridden the large and it was long for sure
@@allywood96 What is your saddle height? I'm at 74cm center bb to top middle of the saddle and I't seemed bottomed out with the stock seat post.
How do you think this compares to the Spire on the downhill and maneuverability?
Dude, What's up! We raced BME together when I was back in CO.
The Trek is a bit more maneuverable, especially at slower speed. You do notice that it's a bit heavier. On the rest on the downhill, the high pivot abp suspension loves going fast and takes big hits and square edges like a champ. I think high speed stability is very similar even with the smaller rear wheel. The difference from the suspension is really what sets the bike apart, when braking the rear end stays much more active, the bike stays more composed and so you have more control.
@@NICADV Long time no see! Diggin the channel, thanks for the info.
@@joshgaube1259 thanks, if you make it up this way, I’m happy to show you around!
How do you feel it compares to the new SC Nomad (Gen 6) ?
@@djjmann I was surprised how similar they are. I expected the Slash to be more of a pig and more sluggish and it wasn’t. I would say the Nomad still has an edge for maneuverability and pop, but only marginally. I’m still happy with my purchase largely because of the simplicity without all the extra pulleys.
When you say the bikes noisy, you are referring to the idler pulley and drivetrain during the climb right? I wouldnt mind that so much. I just cant stand a noisy, rattle, clunky bike on the descents.
@@K1ngJame5-mtb yeah, just the pulleys on the climb. It was nice and quiet on the descents.
Could be a great bike to buy on sale. I also think its overpriced, Trek were typically a value bike brand.
I’m looking for one and a bunch of shops are willing to unofficially discount the price to make the sale
@@KiwiInGermanyMTB yeah, bike prices went insane during the pandemic, mostly blaming shipping and demand, it will be interesting to see where things finally land
@@K1ngJame5-mtb good to know shop are already trying to move them