I holidayed in Florida last year, the owner of the property i rented had an old wallmart MTB in the garage. I must have put 300 miles in that bike in two weeks. It kind of made me realise that riding is about freedom and experience and sonetimes the older clunkier bikes can give you better memories than the latest carbon bikes with their electronic groupsets.
I was at walmart a week ago and noticed a really sharp looking Schwinn Axum MTB - 29er, disc brakes, 1x drivetrain, and one of the coolest dark metallic, flat paint jobs I've ever seen on a bike....for $350! I couldn't help myself, went back the same day and bought it. The only thing I changed was the seat (best $20 I've ever spent), everything else is great. The fork will get replaced soon with an air fork but the drivetrain shifts great and overall I'm back in to MTB'ing for $400. I've been riding that thing everywhere, even though it's still 108* here in Arizona. Can't wait till it cools down, I'm going to live on this thing doing XC trails.
I love your content. I feel you do more for promoting cycling then alot of other channels who only delve into the high end , not attainable Bikes. It shows you love cycling for the actual cycling part.
I am enjoying your videos of this bike. I haven't been able to work since I had a stroke 15 months ago and I am looking forward to buying this bike. I used to be an avid bicyclist in the 80s and 90s. I rode my Cannondale in Germany, France, and Austria when I was a Calvary Scout in the U.S. Army. I would ride for 40-60 miles in the afternoon when I wasn't deployed somewhere. When I returned to the United states I continued those bikes rides in Georgia, South Carolina, and Florida. When I got out of the Army I continued riding in San Diego. Those bike rides kept me sane. Watching these videos has made me reminisce about those rides and has rekindled the love of bikes and riding that I used to have (in my mind). I plan on picking up the Ozark bike soon and it will be the ticket for my continued recovery.
This was a good video. Walmart ought to pay you for a video like this. A video like this will sell that $250 bike. Beautiful scenery. This video may get people to move to Colorado.
The thing I appreciate is you just bought the bike and enjoy it as is. I know other people on here are buying it and upgrading them. I put a different seat and post on mine and a longer stem. The seatpost wasn’t necessary but it’s aluminum so a little lighter and better adjusting mechanism. I took mine on a 36 mile ride yesterday on the silver comet trail. It’s a paved rail trail here in Georgia. I didn’t feel it lacking for gearing for what I was doing with it. Glad to see you’re still enjoying yours.
I dig the positivity. Been looking for a gravel bike to ride when I'm not on the trails. You may have convinced me. At any rate, great video and great attitude!
Love it! and man that area is Beautiful! I recently picked up a Schwinn al comp off of Marketplace. I used to ride Mountain bikes growing up but got in a bad accident involving a truck and my bike.....I lost my desire to ride. I'm 38 now and wanted to get back into it, I love my Schwinn! Its really brought the joy of riding back and I can't look back now!
2 thumbs up! I ride my 3yo Wally-World special (Schwinn Boundary) two days a week for exercise on a 20-mile loop. I love it and it serves my purpose. I ride pass guys on quote-unquote serious bikes and I think to myself "I wonder how much they spent and are they enjoying it as much as I enjoy mine?" I hope they are... Anyway, I appreciate what you do. keep 'em coming!
Similar experience riding lower end 90s mountain bikes. They're just fun, great for bombing around on trails and pavement and similarly inexpensive. It's what you do with it more than the bike itself, IMO
I bought a G1 Explorer a week and a half ago, and I already have 67 miles on it! I definitely need a new seat, and might buy a suspension seat post though.
I love the perspective of this channel. Your perspective of someone who has maximized their physical potential enough to become a pro athlete is key. My opinion is that a lot of mtb/bike riders are people who were not good enough to become pro athletes in something else. So now that they ride bikes, they compensate the skill deficiencies by purchasing expensive bikes, thinking that the bike will make up for the skill deficiencies. It won't & you show it with the enjoyment that you have on the lesser expensive bikes. It's not a knock on the people, but the bike companies take advantage of it. I'm getting back into biking. Although, I was a pretty advanced rider at one point (bmx, freestyle tricks, etc), I hadn't been riding much over the last 10 years. Researching what I want to purchase has led me to your channel. It is very helpful, thanks.
Looks like a lot of fun to me! You might like sailing, like biking, golf and baseball, there's a technique to it and I think you might appreciate that. You really live in a great area for outdoors stuff.
Dude I’m jealous!!!! I live in Arizona and unless you’re able to get out at 6-7am it’s kinda hard to ride out here in the summer. Don’t really have the money for another bike right now but good to know that you keep us up on the latest budget bikes so when I can afford one I’ll know where to come for a review. Great video man. 😃🤙🏽
I had a self-induced problem with the left shifter. I bought the new 2024 Ltwoo shifters (aliexpress - about $40 for both shipped). They are updated, much better shaped, and smoother.
You convinced me over a month ago. I have ridden mine everyday almost to and from work, to the store, and for hours on a weekend to relax. Love the 250 bike and my first purchase this weekend for it will be new handlebars cause of the same reason. Everything else is stock.
My favorite bike of the 4 that I have is my $20 offerup fixed gear Sole bike! I have only added a set of new rims with tires that I got for $50 from a friend that was upgrading. That is all in 6 years and many many miles later. Love the fixed gear, constant peddling is my favorite. I do live in south Florida so that is no problem. Thanks for the review on this bike, definitely will be getting one in the next few months.
Thats what I did last week,,, i bought a frugal box-store 700c hook-bar bike as my go too unit... it will cover 92 too 98% of my rides...Thanks for sharing Matty... Don from Western Canada
The Dillon trail is incredible! I"ve only ridden it a few times, but it's worth the drive. When you say we get too worried about our bikes-a great point. The equipment you own does not make that much of a difference, within reason. A person could ride and finish a 60 or 100 mile gravel event on a $1200-$1500 bike without a concern about reliability. Would a $1200 bike put you on the podium? No. But for the average person, a $5,000 bike would not make that much of a difference. It looks like this $250 bike is more than enough to get a person out on the trails! The only "problem" is that after riding the Ozark Trail for a few months, people will fall in love with cycling and purchase another bike!
When I was a bike racer in Seattle the only people with $3,000 bikes were overweight weekend warriors who worked at Microsoft. No shame in buying a nice bike if you can afford it, but please with the spandex.
Dude. You're golfing! No joke, when I started watching your videos - then you talked about your journey from Baseball to Biking, and I was starting Golf, I was thinking, "This guy should start golfing..." Starting in my late 40's. You'll be killer by the time you're my age. It's so cool because you can play until way later in life! I'm just starting now, and there are people of all ages at my lessons. It's the best. You're going to love it... (and hate it, but that's how it goes!).... Alright - I'm off to find your golfing channel after this video... I know I'm going to enjoy it...
@@MattyActive I'm still learning how to use youtube :) I just found this comment. I'm about to start watching your Golf Channel - I just finally discovered your link to it :) Hah!!!
Just rode Breck to Dillon reservoir 2 days ago and also Breck to Copper. Wonderfull bike path for sure. Currently have a Ozark Trail at home which I have enjoyed. I am still debating wether to keep it or use the generous walmart return policy after 60 days. Will see. Rented a Trek road bike while in Breck and will say the comfort of the Ozark BEAT the comfort of the Trek by a lot. Keep up the great videos !!! Colorado rocks !!!
I went to visit my son in Fort Collins and purchased the g1. Road it for a month and absolutely loved it. When I went home, I purchased the Giant Revolt 2. In the end, I would say the braking is about the same with a bit of an edge to the Giant. Gearing is better by far in the Giant. Handling and fun time experience is the same. I got lucky with a deal, buying the Giant for 699 Euros in Spain. In the end, with some gearing and braking upgrades, the G1 is amazing. My only qualm is the Walmart setup is hit or miss and having bike setup and tuning knowledge is a plus. I did add Cinellii gel tape to the G1 and that really added some comfort to the existing bars. I also did change the saddle and seatpost as well as the pedals for another set of proper flats
I'm a Ramblas owner and that bike is legit. I don't mind a little wind noise because it feels more natural. I use the foam surrounds on my GoPro Hero11 Black. Wind filter off and it is just enough wind to feel natural, but everything is clear.
Re: Flat tyre Sometimes as your tyre goes flat slowly over the course of a few weeks the bead can pop off the rim and push the tape to create a slight fold as it slides into the centre channel of the wheel, which then allows air to escape into the inside of the rim then leave via the valve hole. Just my guess at what happened with your flat. Keep up the good videos!
If I recall, you've kept the Explorer stock, correct? Impressive, considering everyone else practically rebuilds the bike with the frame being the only original part. Good vid. Btw, I own one with some comfort mods and ride it a lot on mostly concrete and asphalt. Excellent buy.
I picked mine up from $100 when our Walmart remodeled. Kinda worried about buying the medium as I'm only 5'6" but after your reviews I didn't wanna pass on it.
Before you go off and spend thousands of dollars on golf clubs, realize it's one thing: It's YOU not your clubs, no matter what you think. I'm not pointing a finger at you directly, but there are millions of guys that convince themselves, with the right set of clubs they would be great. No, not really. Welcome to the most frustrating game on earth.
They make this little stick on wind socks. Some people call them rabbit tails. I use them on my gopros to cut out wind noise. I got them off amazon for less than $10
awesome video! and awesome that with just -250 dollars- people coulg get a decent bike to just chill and start cycling. Or as a second bike. I love it! Why not a convertion to flat bar????
17:16 dog looks like he was just chilling lol but this video is facts, I'm running the cheapest gravel bike I could get at my local bike shop now, which is like 650usd here in japan, and I'm having the time of my life. only complaints would be the claris groupset since I want better gearing for the hills in my town, so I'll probably get the same groupset your bike has since it's pretty affordable on aliexpress and has decent documentation online.
OK matty, lets be truthful here!! Here's my story of my g-1 ozark trail gravel bike. When i first went to the store to get it. the handle bars were up side down/ the front tire was about to fall off due to head set issues no brakes in da front. i bought it anyway!! I asked the associate for some bike tools. so i re set the head set/ then i adjusted the back brakes via barrel adjuster, then i had to grease the seat post, then and only then i could roll it out of the store. You see matty, the problem with these cheap bikes is not the bikes. its the folks who build them. after riding it for 2 weeks and hearing all kind of clacking and knocking sounds when i pedaled, and after adjusting all the gears. we knew what the problem was. bottom bracket making the noise and it was exactly that. the bike shop took it apart and it had no grease in it. after greasing it, problem solved. I had to pay the shop for a complete tune up to get the bike ridable. Now its a super bike. Here are the up grades i have don on it. new gel saddle. new adjustable stem/ new bar tape/ new climbimg gear in the back/ new cassett/ rear rack/ new front axiom rack/ new seat post suspenion/ new water bottle cages/ new lights/ and some ground effect lights too. I am running 9 lights on the bike. I have the bike set for touring. also new pedals and a new bottom bracket and new crank set too. Now it's an awesome touring / bike packing/ commuter bike.. Now matty this is an awesome bike , but it is built badly!! this was my experiance. if i were to get another one, i would just order it and put it together my self!!
I got my brand new in box for $180 off of facebook market place..someone got it as a gift and I negotiated down to $180...great bike...and oh....no tax either LOL.
I love/hate these videos. Very informative but also builds up the hype. Now I can't find one cuz there all sold out. 😢. But awesome video, time to hit up fb marketplace lol. Also please adjust that shifter on the left. My o.c.d. could not let me focus on anything else lol
I'd suggest checking the used market first before picking up an Ozark, there's deals around that price range depending on where you live that are much better bikes...especially if you are a heavier person, or too large for the sizes they offer. If you need something new Poseidon is an option too.
Nothing wrong with a good budget bike. The test comes in the long-haul reliability compared to its $700 counterpart. How long do all the moving parts last? It can take years to fully test a bike for all the things that matter.
thanks for the reviews! had been toying with the idea of getting one to do some mods to. most everything ive seen about the LTWOO shifters is that they perform quite well, looks like you had a bike with a fairly nice setup at the onset. one thing im curious is the longevity of the bottom bracket. My only experience with another walmart bike led to a destroyed bottom bracket within 2 weeks of owning. if yours does go out, since that style is fairly inexpensive to replace, i recommend going with a ceramic or higher end brand. i know you mentioned the weight being 29lbs, if you decide to upgrade anything, i recommend the wheels at first. those stock are fairly heavy. great videos, glad i found your channel, new subscriber!
I envy you so much. I just moved to San Antonio from Southern Calif. I Calif there are many trails and plenty of places to just jump off the main road. In Texas almost every inch of property is privately owned. I is so locked down it is crazy. Definitely like a ghetto compared to Calif.
Texans are like idahoans. We buy property and no trespassing signs and own guns because we don't like commiefornians running away from the dumpster fire they voted for and coming to our states and voting the same way
Your brifters aren’t even and my OCD is making me want to reach through the phone and fix them 🤣 Where and how long is this particular trail you’re on?
Sure, all I need is a pair of cheap flip flops if I want to go for a walk but I need some pretty decent shoes if I want to run in the Olympics. You can buy something as cheap as you want but it only limits what you can do.
Interesting point but the everyday biker isn't coming close to Olympic level riding/skills. I feel like the industry has made everybody so afraid of being underbiked to the point where they're looking for bikes that are way above anything they'd ever need. For your shoe example, does a everyday person need a solid pair of budget friendly shoes or do they need the same shoes that Olympic level runners use?
What's up my friend? Nice video. Where would you find The Ozark trail G1 Explorer? I'm really up in age, but I have seen some people in that same age range at 72. I haven't road in over 30 years and I'm a little afraid. The last bike I owned was a Raleigh Competition GS with a Reynolds 531 tubing, 1981 English import. Like I said, I ain't road like that in over 30 years and falling at 72 scares me a little, but I do want to ride again. So where do I look? Peace, my friend!
this is awesome! i want to get a decent roadbike for cheap, got an fx2 recently and i have ridden like 150 miles in a month or so but i can see it not being great for longer rides and i dont wanna spend 5k on a bike :/
Are you in Dillon Colorado? Never mind kept looking at the video and realized you are 😂. We stayed there a few years ago during December, loved the place!
@@MattyActive Loved Dillon! The beauty of Colorado without the prices of Breckenridge! It was totally covered in snow when we went so never saw the trail. Might make a fall trip and ride around! I’ll shoot you a message, maybe you can be the tour guide 😂. Thanks again for your honest review.
This bike seems to be a great entry point to cycling. But looking at the negative reviews on walmarts website, seems to be some quality control issues. And people upset that even if you have a small issue that could be fixed with a replacement part, its less hassle to just return the entire bike. I think the main downfall is the same as all walmart bikes, the assembly is god awful. If you like tinkering this bike is great, but if your going to need a bike shop to tune it, the price point is much closer to the big brand name bikes that come assembled by professionals, who will do tune ups for free when you buy the bike from them.
I’m purposely avoiding gravel and e-bikes because I’m over 40 and will potentially migrate towards “less hardcore” riding. Basically taking advantage of the “youth” I have left. I just bought a BMX for that reason as well. Matty, have you tried BMX before?
If the comparison is absent of price, sure, it’s “junk”. But when a better bikes cost well over double or triple the price, it’s it really ‘that’ much better? I think a better bike is usually worth it for most people, but it’s much better to start somewhere than to not start at all. And at $250, this bike is a fantastic place to start. I think the next step up from this is the Poseidon X Ambition, but it is triple the price. Hard to say if it’s worth 3 times more though. It’s probably closer to twice as good if even that. The law of diminishing returns is real. The biggest jump you’ll experience is that of not having a bike at all to suddenly actually having one.
I love my G.1. Explorer, but my hands hurt while riding with these bars. I don't know a lot about drop bars and hoods, so I have no idea of what to buy.
I holidayed in Florida last year, the owner of the property i rented had an old wallmart MTB in the garage. I must have put 300 miles in that bike in two weeks. It kind of made me realise that riding is about freedom and experience and sonetimes the older clunkier bikes can give you better memories than the latest carbon bikes with their electronic groupsets.
There really is nothing quite like just riding a bike, as long as it pedals, shifts, and stops any bike will do the job
Some of my best experiences were had on beer-budget bikes.
I was at walmart a week ago and noticed a really sharp looking Schwinn Axum MTB - 29er, disc brakes, 1x drivetrain, and one of the coolest dark metallic, flat paint jobs I've ever seen on a bike....for $350! I couldn't help myself, went back the same day and bought it. The only thing I changed was the seat (best $20 I've ever spent), everything else is great. The fork will get replaced soon with an air fork but the drivetrain shifts great and overall I'm back in to MTB'ing for $400. I've been riding that thing everywhere, even though it's still 108* here in Arizona. Can't wait till it cools down, I'm going to live on this thing doing XC trails.
I love your content. I feel you do more for promoting cycling then alot of other channels who only delve into the high end , not attainable Bikes. It shows you love cycling for the actual cycling part.
I am enjoying your videos of this bike. I haven't been able to work since I had a stroke 15 months ago and I am looking forward to buying this bike. I used to be an avid bicyclist in the 80s and 90s. I rode my Cannondale in Germany, France, and Austria when I was a Calvary Scout in the U.S. Army. I would ride for 40-60 miles in the afternoon when I wasn't deployed somewhere. When I returned to the United states I continued those bikes rides in Georgia, South Carolina, and Florida. When I got out of the Army I continued riding in San Diego. Those bike rides kept me sane. Watching these videos has made me reminisce about those rides and has rekindled the love of bikes and riding that I used to have (in my mind). I plan on picking up the Ozark bike soon and it will be the ticket for my continued recovery.
This was a good video. Walmart ought to pay you for a video like this. A video like this will sell that $250 bike. Beautiful scenery. This video may get people to move to Colorado.
The thing I appreciate is you just bought the bike and enjoy it as is. I know other people on here are buying it and upgrading them. I put a different seat and post on mine and a longer stem. The seatpost wasn’t necessary but it’s aluminum so a little lighter and better adjusting mechanism. I took mine on a 36 mile ride yesterday on the silver comet trail. It’s a paved rail trail here in Georgia. I didn’t feel it lacking for gearing for what I was doing with it. Glad to see you’re still enjoying yours.
I dig the positivity. Been looking for a gravel bike to ride when I'm not on the trails. You may have convinced me. At any rate, great video and great attitude!
It’s a shame it doesn’t come in bigger sizes. I would’ve definitely bought one
Love that you are showing, you dont need to have an expensive bicycle to enjoy riding.
Love it! and man that area is Beautiful! I recently picked up a Schwinn al comp off of Marketplace. I used to ride Mountain bikes growing up but got in a bad accident involving a truck and my bike.....I lost my desire to ride. I'm 38 now and wanted to get back into it, I love my Schwinn! Its really brought the joy of riding back and I can't look back now!
2 thumbs up! I ride my 3yo Wally-World special (Schwinn Boundary) two days a week for exercise on a 20-mile loop. I love it and it serves my purpose. I ride pass guys on quote-unquote serious bikes and I think to myself "I wonder how much they spent and are they enjoying it as much as I enjoy mine?" I hope they are... Anyway, I appreciate what you do. keep 'em coming!
Enjoying the inexpensive bike content. Now, I wish Walmart would make this bike in XL frame size.
Yeah, wal-mart is not very bike friendly to the 6'+ consumer
Similar experience riding lower end 90s mountain bikes. They're just fun, great for bombing around on trails and pavement and similarly inexpensive. It's what you do with it more than the bike itself, IMO
I bought a G1 Explorer a week and a half ago, and I already have 67 miles on it! I definitely need a new seat, and might buy a suspension seat post though.
I was patiently waiting for this video!
Haha, I’m glad you didn’t give up on me!
Ha, of course not bruh. Looking forward to more updates on the bike and how it holds up stock!
I love the perspective of this channel. Your perspective of someone who has maximized their physical potential enough to become a pro athlete is key. My opinion is that a lot of mtb/bike riders are people who were not good enough to become pro athletes in something else. So now that they ride bikes, they compensate the skill deficiencies by purchasing expensive bikes, thinking that the bike will make up for the skill deficiencies. It won't & you show it with the enjoyment that you have on the lesser expensive bikes. It's not a knock on the people, but the bike companies take advantage of it. I'm getting back into biking. Although, I was a pretty advanced rider at one point (bmx, freestyle tricks, etc), I hadn't been riding much over the last 10 years. Researching what I want to purchase has led me to your channel. It is very helpful, thanks.
New subscriber! When you dropped the bike my heart dropped. Then you apologized to the bike. I'm in sir! You seem to have a good heart!
Looks like a lot of fun to me! You might like sailing, like biking, golf and baseball, there's a technique to it and I think you might appreciate that. You really live in a great area for outdoors stuff.
Why where does he live ? Looks Beautiful ..
Dude I’m jealous!!!! I live in Arizona and unless you’re able to get out at 6-7am it’s kinda hard to ride out here in the summer. Don’t really have the money for another bike right now but good to know that you keep us up on the latest budget bikes so when I can afford one I’ll know where to come for a review. Great video man. 😃🤙🏽
Speaking only for myself, I enjoy videos like this. Especially when you maximize the video.
Great video dude!!!Just purchased the G1 yesterday. Really enjoy the channel!!!
I had a self-induced problem with the left shifter. I bought the new 2024 Ltwoo shifters (aliexpress - about $40 for both shipped). They are updated, much better shaped, and smoother.
You convinced me over a month ago. I have ridden mine everyday almost to and from work, to the store, and for hours on a weekend to relax. Love the 250 bike and my first purchase this weekend for it will be new handlebars cause of the same reason. Everything else is stock.
My favorite bike of the 4 that I have is my $20 offerup fixed gear Sole bike! I have only added a set of new rims with tires that I got for $50 from a friend that was upgrading. That is all in 6 years and many many miles later. Love the fixed gear, constant peddling is my favorite. I do live in south Florida so that is no problem. Thanks for the review on this bike, definitely will be getting one in the next few months.
Alas, too popular. Sold out, at least at Walmart. :(
Thats what I did last week,,, i bought a frugal box-store 700c hook-bar bike as my go too unit... it will cover 92 too 98% of my rides...Thanks for sharing Matty... Don from Western Canada
I'd buy one tomorrow but they only have like two sizes and they are too small for me. Hopefully they expand the range soon.
My heart fell out you dropped it, kuddos for bringing it up though
I wish they made that Ozark trail for 6’4” guys 😂
I would get one but it doesn't come on 6'2 235 edition😂
The Dillon trail is incredible! I"ve only ridden it a few times, but it's worth the drive. When you say we get too worried about our bikes-a great point. The equipment you own does not make that much of a difference, within reason. A person could ride and finish a 60 or 100 mile gravel event on a $1200-$1500 bike without a concern about reliability. Would a $1200 bike put you on the podium? No. But for the average person, a $5,000 bike would not make that much of a difference.
It looks like this $250 bike is more than enough to get a person out on the trails! The only "problem" is that after riding the Ozark Trail for a few months, people will fall in love with cycling and purchase another bike!
When I was a bike racer in Seattle the only people with $3,000 bikes were overweight weekend warriors who worked at Microsoft. No shame in buying a nice bike if you can afford it, but please with the spandex.
Dude. You're golfing! No joke, when I started watching your videos - then you talked about your journey from Baseball to Biking, and I was starting Golf, I was thinking, "This guy should start golfing..." Starting in my late 40's. You'll be killer by the time you're my age. It's so cool because you can play until way later in life! I'm just starting now, and there are people of all ages at my lessons. It's the best. You're going to love it... (and hate it, but that's how it goes!).... Alright - I'm off to find your golfing channel after this video... I know I'm going to enjoy it...
Nice! I’m loving it so far and I really appreciate you checking it out. Let me know how it’s going in some of my future videos
@@MattyActive I'm still learning how to use youtube :) I just found this comment. I'm about to start watching your Golf Channel - I just finally discovered your link to it :) Hah!!!
Such a relaxing video. Really makes me want to get out and ride. The wind muff must be working because all I could hear was the hum of the tires.
i had a supergoose when i was a kid. i rode my bmx bike all over the place lol
Just rode Breck to Dillon reservoir 2 days ago and also Breck to Copper. Wonderfull bike path for sure.
Currently have a Ozark Trail at home which I have enjoyed. I am still debating wether to keep it or use the generous walmart return policy after 60 days. Will see.
Rented a Trek road bike while in Breck and will say the comfort of the Ozark BEAT the comfort of the Trek by a lot.
Keep up the great videos !!!
Colorado rocks !!!
I went to visit my son in Fort Collins and purchased the g1. Road it for a month and absolutely loved it. When I went home, I purchased the Giant Revolt 2. In the end, I would say the braking is about the same with a bit of an edge to the Giant. Gearing is better by far in the Giant. Handling and fun time experience is the same. I got lucky with a deal, buying the Giant for 699 Euros in Spain. In the end, with some gearing and braking upgrades, the G1 is amazing. My only qualm is the Walmart setup is hit or miss and having bike setup and tuning knowledge is a plus. I did add Cinellii gel tape to the G1 and that really added some comfort to the existing bars. I also did change the saddle and seatpost as well as the pedals for another set of proper flats
I'm a Ramblas owner and that bike is legit. I don't mind a little wind noise because it feels more natural. I use the foam surrounds on my GoPro Hero11 Black. Wind filter off and it is just enough wind to feel natural, but everything is clear.
I fell off while SUP and lost glasses which cost almost 2x as this bike.
Re: Flat tyre
Sometimes as your tyre goes flat slowly over the course of a few weeks the bead can pop off the rim and push the tape to create a slight fold as it slides into the centre channel of the wheel, which then allows air to escape into the inside of the rim then leave via the valve hole. Just my guess at what happened with your flat. Keep up the good videos!
If I recall, you've kept the Explorer stock, correct? Impressive, considering everyone else practically rebuilds the bike with the frame being the only original part. Good vid. Btw, I own one with some comfort mods and ride it a lot on mostly concrete and asphalt. Excellent buy.
love this type of video, you make we wanna buy this bike!
I picked mine up from $100 when our Walmart remodeled. Kinda worried about buying the medium as I'm only 5'6" but after your reviews I didn't wanna pass on it.
Before you go off and spend thousands of dollars on golf clubs, realize it's one thing: It's YOU not your clubs, no matter what you think. I'm not pointing a finger at you directly, but there are millions of guys that convince themselves, with the right set of clubs they would be great. No, not really. Welcome to the most frustrating game on earth.
The same could be said about bikes
Yes @@Nick-lm9hg every sports, even shooting.
But one thing is sure bad equipment can make you feel inferior.
It's all about feelings 🎶
A friend told me years ago, "It's the motor, not the machine that counts." I've never forgotten that, no matter what I do.
@@timothycook1119to be fair slicks are wayyyy faster than knobby tires
Before setting off for a ride, spin your wheels to get the sealant settled evenly, and your tyres should eventually stay inflated 👍
They make this little stick on wind socks. Some people call them rabbit tails. I use them on my gopros to cut out wind noise. I got them off amazon for less than $10
I need the ozark g.1 but they don’t make the bigger on right now.
try the fur on the mic part, helps with the wind noise
awesome video! and awesome that with just -250 dollars- people coulg get a decent bike to just chill and start cycling. Or as a second bike. I love it! Why not a convertion to flat bar????
Very nice video Matty
Im 6'2 around 250 lbs and went about 17 miles on it so far and its amazing! only thing is the seat and the squeaky breaks but thats an easy fix
17:16 dog looks like he was just chilling lol
but this video is facts, I'm running the cheapest gravel bike I could get at my local bike shop now, which is like 650usd here in japan, and I'm having the time of my life. only complaints would be the claris groupset since I want better gearing for the hills in my town, so I'll probably get the same groupset your bike has since it's pretty affordable on aliexpress and has decent documentation online.
I have one as a second bike and it's been great!
not sure if you noticed but the left brake is tilted
OK matty, lets be truthful here!! Here's my story of my g-1 ozark trail gravel bike. When i first went to the store to get it. the handle bars were up side down/ the front tire was about to fall off due to head set issues no brakes in da front. i bought it anyway!! I asked the associate for some bike tools. so i re set the head set/ then i adjusted the back brakes via barrel adjuster, then i had to grease the seat post, then and only then i could roll it out of the store. You see matty, the problem with these cheap bikes is not the bikes. its the folks who build them. after riding it for 2 weeks and hearing all kind of clacking and knocking sounds when i pedaled, and after adjusting all the gears. we knew what the problem was. bottom bracket making the noise and it was exactly that. the bike shop took it apart and it had no grease in it. after greasing it, problem solved. I had to pay the shop for a complete tune up to get the bike ridable. Now its a super bike. Here are the up grades i have don on it. new gel saddle. new adjustable stem/ new bar tape/ new climbimg gear in the back/ new cassett/ rear rack/ new front axiom rack/ new seat post suspenion/ new water bottle cages/ new lights/ and some ground effect lights too. I am running 9 lights on the bike. I have the bike set for touring. also new pedals and a new bottom bracket and new crank set too. Now it's an awesome touring / bike packing/ commuter bike.. Now matty this is an awesome bike , but it is built badly!! this was my experiance. if i were to get another one, i would just order it and put it together my self!!
I got my brand new in box for $180 off of facebook market place..someone got it as a gift and I negotiated down to $180...great bike...and oh....no tax either LOL.
you are making me want to get a trek checkpoint 🤣
Nice video, thanks!
Yo I'm fixing to buy this bike just because I have a matching Ozrk Trl tent yes! Tight work Ozrk Trl.. 😲😳💯🙏🏻
Great video looks like a great place to ride
19:26 hell yeah this is nice to chill with
I love/hate these videos. Very informative but also builds up the hype. Now I can't find one cuz there all sold out. 😢. But awesome video, time to hit up fb marketplace lol. Also please adjust that shifter on the left. My o.c.d. could not let me focus on anything else lol
Just bought mine yesterday. There are 4 total within 15 mile radius where I live. 2 smalls and 1 medium.
I'd suggest checking the used market first before picking up an Ozark, there's deals around that price range depending on where you live that are much better bikes...especially if you are a heavier person, or too large for the sizes they offer. If you need something new Poseidon is an option too.
Nothing wrong with a good budget bike. The test comes in the long-haul reliability compared to its $700 counterpart. How long do all the moving parts last? It can take years to fully test a bike for all the things that matter.
thanks for the reviews! had been toying with the idea of getting one to do some mods to. most everything ive seen about the LTWOO shifters is that they perform quite well, looks like you had a bike with a fairly nice setup at the onset. one thing im curious is the longevity of the bottom bracket. My only experience with another walmart bike led to a destroyed bottom bracket within 2 weeks of owning. if yours does go out, since that style is fairly inexpensive to replace, i recommend going with a ceramic or higher end brand. i know you mentioned the weight being 29lbs, if you decide to upgrade anything, i recommend the wheels at first. those stock are fairly heavy. great videos, glad i found your channel, new subscriber!
Every time I’m in Colorado I bike from siverthorne to Dillon and the views go crazy every titime
I envy you so much. I just moved to San Antonio from Southern Calif. I Calif there are many trails and plenty of places to just jump off the main road. In Texas almost every inch of property is privately owned. I is so locked down it is crazy. Definitely like a ghetto compared to Calif.
Texans are like idahoans. We buy property and no trespassing signs and own guns because we don't like commiefornians running away from the dumpster fire they voted for and coming to our states and voting the same way
you can do centuries on the greenway at least
I've seen too many people broken down on cheap bikes. I don't want to be out far away and have a mechanical, it sucks.
Another great video! But, your crooked left shifter doesn't bother you?
Do you ever feel limited on climbs with the weight and gearing, or nah?
Have you tried a fuzzy on the mic of your GoPro?
Great video.
Love seeing cheap bikes do "real" bike things!
Make sure you have an inflatable paddleboard way easier to stand on
Your brifters aren’t even and my OCD is making me want to reach through the phone and fix them 🤣
Where and how long is this particular trail you’re on?
i enjoyed this video i miss colorado my ex gf parents live in longmont. i would love to live there
Can't find this bike anywhere near me now 😩
Only 44cm (xxs) is available
The 44cm has the same geometry as a 54cm road bike. Ozark Trail sizes these like we would normally size mountain bikes.
Sure, all I need is a pair of cheap flip flops if I want to go for a walk but I need some pretty decent shoes if I want to run in the Olympics. You can buy something as cheap as you want but it only limits what you can do.
Interesting point but the everyday biker isn't coming close to Olympic level riding/skills. I feel like the industry has made everybody so afraid of being underbiked to the point where they're looking for bikes that are way above anything they'd ever need. For your shoe example, does a everyday person need a solid pair of budget friendly shoes or do they need the same shoes that Olympic level runners use?
Nice bro👍, I wanna be a avid bike rider 1 day 🤔
Why not try another budget gravel bike like the Marino Cabala and build it up.
Great bike
What's up my friend? Nice video. Where would you find The Ozark trail G1 Explorer? I'm really up in age, but I have seen some people in that same age range at 72. I haven't road in over 30 years and I'm a little afraid. The last bike I owned was a Raleigh Competition GS with a Reynolds 531 tubing, 1981 English import. Like I said, I ain't road like that in over 30 years and falling at 72 scares me a little, but I do want to ride again. So where do I look? Peace, my friend!
It's a Walmart product, I don't think you can guy them anywhere else.
this is awesome! i want to get a decent roadbike for cheap, got an fx2 recently and i have ridden like 150 miles in a month or so but i can see it not being great for longer rides and i dont wanna spend 5k on a bike :/
Nice ride!
Im thinking of getting a fat tire bike for maybe some winter riding. Need to find a good inexpensive option.
Bro love you! Come ride in northwest arkansas with us!
Golfing? Man you’re officially old but I congratulate you so taking on another hobby. I been wanting to get into that myself 😂😅
You’re welcome.
Are you in Dillon Colorado? Never mind kept looking at the video and realized you are 😂. We stayed there a few years ago during December, loved the place!
Yes I am! Dillon is awesome
@@MattyActive Loved Dillon! The beauty of Colorado without the prices of Breckenridge! It was totally covered in snow when we went so never saw the trail. Might make a fall trip and ride around! I’ll shoot you a message, maybe you can be the tour guide 😂. Thanks again for your honest review.
This bike seems to be a great entry point to cycling. But looking at the negative reviews on walmarts website, seems to be some quality control issues. And people upset that even if you have a small issue that could be fixed with a replacement part, its less hassle to just return the entire bike. I think the main downfall is the same as all walmart bikes, the assembly is god awful. If you like tinkering this bike is great, but if your going to need a bike shop to tune it, the price point is much closer to the big brand name bikes that come assembled by professionals, who will do tune ups for free when you buy the bike from them.
I’m purposely avoiding gravel and e-bikes because I’m over 40 and will potentially migrate towards “less hardcore” riding. Basically taking advantage of the “youth” I have left. I just bought a BMX for that reason as well. Matty, have you tried BMX before?
1:50 beautiful lake view. what state/area is this?
Dillon reservoir in Dillon Colorado
@@MattyActivethanks Bud...recently got a Breezer Thunder so was fun watching your videos about it.
Where is the trail ?
I'd be willing to drive to go ride it. Looks great.
It was at Dillon reservoir in Dillon Colorado. I don’t know the actual trail name.
That seat is higher than Snoop Dogg!
If the comparison is absent of price, sure, it’s “junk”. But when a better bikes cost well over double or triple the price, it’s it really ‘that’ much better? I think a better bike is usually worth it for most people, but it’s much better to start somewhere than to not start at all. And at $250, this bike is a fantastic place to start.
I think the next step up from this is the Poseidon X Ambition, but it is triple the price. Hard to say if it’s worth 3 times more though. It’s probably closer to twice as good if even that. The law of diminishing returns is real. The biggest jump you’ll experience is that of not having a bike at all to suddenly actually having one.
I love my G.1. Explorer, but my hands hurt while riding with these bars. I don't know a lot about drop bars and hoods, so I have no idea of what to buy.
wind noise wasnt bad i could hear you clearly
Hey I didn’t hear all that squeaking. Did the brakes just need breaking in?
cheapo bikes give you the most excitement without any worries. fact!
2:15 Too real!