JESSE MELAMED'S CUSTOM ROCKY MOUNTAIN ALTITUDE!
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- Опубликовано: 3 янв 2025
- Find out why I went custom and where I am going to go from here. I had a super successful 2020 bike season on this setup but I am always looking to improve it!
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Fork: 170mm 38. Shock: 160mm DHX2
2 spacer 425lb spring
80psi
HSR 5 HSR 12
LSR 12 LSR 18
HSC 7 HSC 18
LSC 9 LSC 19
true or true, if I copy your settings will I immediately win my local races?
what's your riding weight? all clicks are from closed correct?
@@SudoChuckwalla I mean I don't want to jinx it...but yes.
@@useport80 I'm about 150-155lbs. All from closed!
Going to try out your setting, hopefully i can smash rough sections like you 🤘
Just an older Blue trail rider here with a 2019 Instinct BC and some nice upgrades.
Carbon bars, wheels, 10-52 XO, 2021 RSC brakes, Stamp 11 pedals and Selle San Marco Aspide with carbon rails [saved 105 grams] total weight with front fender, bottle cage and pedals is 29.7, bought as a leftover Christmas 2019 so i was lucky enough to get an amazing deal, 1st Rocky and love it
Nice one! I bet that rides well! Keep loving the ride!
One day I forgot my chamois for a ride so rode in my cotton boxers.. it wasn't that bad and kind of enjoyed not wearing a diaper. Soon after I heard your podcast with Chirs Hall where you mentioned you didn't wear a chamois and wear LuLu Lemon workout underwear so I tried them and absolutely love it! It's the best feeling since ditching the backpack.. super comfortable and liberating and no numb noodle since. Kind of off topic aside from your saddle choice which is important. Going to check out the Reform saddle.
Glad I could help you see the chamois-free life! It's so much better once you get used to it.
This bike is sick ! Good luck for the races this season 🤙🏿
Thank you!
Managed to take my 2021 Altitude A50 out this past weekend. LOVE it.
Now it's going in for upgrades (Onyx rear hub and OneUP carbon handlebar)
Sick! Jealous of that rear hub honestly haha. The silent one?
@@JesseMelamedMTB Yessir!
The bears will never hear me coming! Which, now that I say that out loud...could be my downfall...
Awesome video I can tell your getting more comfortable with this stuff! love the content excited to see you at the races!
Thanks for saying so!
love it bro you're killing it on youtube. get it this season
Thanks!
That bike is DECKED! I have a 2018 altitude and I love mine lots! Great content by the way!
I loved that one too! First win came on that one. Thanks!
Still loving my 2013 Slayer, pretty customized!
If it works it works! Keep enjoying it!
@@JesseMelamedMTB Yeah thanks!
Running a dhx2 on my trail/enduro bike is so nice its crazy how planted it changes the feel of the bike hahaha, def prefer it over air at this point
Yea man totally, it does lack some of that support and maneuverability but I prefer the advantages.
Nice one Jesse, hope you keep killing it this year at the races!
Me too!
Cool to hear your line of thinking and detail on the frame mods and headset... Rocky is killing it!
Agreed! Glad you liked that.
Would love to see a more extensive video comparing the slayer vs the altitude. I’m looking at upgrading my slayer because I love it! It is so stable on jank and speed but I don’t send it big so would love to hear more about the altitude in comparison.
I’d say you’d be stoked with the altitude in that case! Like a more agile slayer.
@@JesseMelamedMTB wicked thanks for replying! I’m so in love with my slayer so I’m scared to change it up. The weight def tires me out as I’m I small female. I appreciate your input.
Have the 2022 A50 Altitude on order at the LBS. Thanks for the inspiration!
how do u like it? i'm thinking of getting one.
Cant wait to see you shredding the hills on that machine! Sweet looking ride! Thanks for giving us the what, when and why you chose what is on there.
Glad you enjoyed it! Can't wait to be racing it again!
Thank your for your in depth talk! Interesting to hear, what your thoughts about the geometry are and how you modified the bike for yourself and how you evaluate the changes you made!
Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
such a sick garage set-up you have there,
It's not mine but I do like it!
agreed! what a beauty garage.
basically the perfect garage.
Such a sweet bike! I feel that the Altitude is the best one bike quiver, it climbs amazingly and descends even better. The Ride-9 too, makes the riding so much more experimental.
Exactly! It's a do-it-all bike plus the ride9 lets you customize it for your style.
Bike looks awesome! Can't wait to see you racing it in the upcoming season!
Thanks! Me too!
Killer bike Jesse, thanks for the video!
You’re welcome!
No secrets from jess.. just got the skills
Some secrets.
Cheers for the shoutout Jesse! Your bike looks sick!
Of course! Thanks!
One of the best looking bikes I’ve seen
I would agree with that!
Thank you for the time explaining the setup and reasons behind it. I saw on your previous videos that you pedal hard and I am wondering if you could comment on bottom bracket height versus pedal strikes. (I pedal a lot and had two nasty OTB due to pedal strikes). Cheers, Leo
Bikes have gotten a lot lower to help with the ride characteristics, so you have to learn to spot those rocks or roots and time your pedals so you don't hit them.
This might make sense, I have position 2 with an angel set because I wanted the 2020 Lg Altitude with 27.5 wheels to feel more like the 2020 Med Slayer. I loved my Slayer but it was making me too crazy on 2 wheels.
haha can you be too crazy!? That's sweet though. cool you experimented with that.
Awesome video for us geeks! Thanks a lot, and good luck for this season 🤘🏻
You're welcome!
Since there are so many geometry options, have you thought about mulleting the bike?
I have, but I like the efficiency and rolling of the 29er.
Jesse, I'd been curious to hear you thoughts on the Slayer 29 vs the Altitude. As an Instinct owner I went for the Slayer as I felt it was slightly more different from the Instinct than the Altitude. Living in Utah I have the perfect trails for the Instinct right out my back door, however within 4 hours either direction I'm in world class Slayer/Altitude country. Been curious from your standpoint the differences of the 2 machines especially since the Slayer seems to have a significant influence on how you ride the Altitude. Cheers! Love you videos, thanks to you I am now stashing the same stuff in my rear triangle on the Slayer :)
My thoughts are in the video.
@@JesseMelamedMTB hahah shoot! I meant to say been curious!!! This video was great and I meant this more as a complement than a question :)
@@tyjacobs6151 oh my bad! I misinterpreted. I’ve ridden the chunk there, the slayer will definitely help smooth it out!
I assume the process of "measuring your sit bone" is a fun one.
Just sit on the seat and they warm it up and voila! Seat is molded to your butt.
@@JesseMelamedMTB kinda disappointed
Funny how I was watching your mock enduro video & was like "Hmmmm, wonder what his build is like this year." Well, here we gooooo
haha sick! glad I could provide.
Wow man! First of all, I just read all the comments and you responded to nearly each one. That's really nice of you. Secondly, your bike looks sick with that coil shock.
I also have a question about your bike, is that the EDC tool from OneUp that you have installed? If so, would you recommend it for a rider who doesn't want to carry anything but the bike, water bottle and helmet with him on a daily ride (1-2 hours).
At the time, I have my Crankbrothers F-15 Multitool in my pockets with me. Would you recommend the upgrade to the EDC tool?
I definitely would! Multi tools are really good to always have on hand but like you, I don’t like carrying things in my pockets. So the edc tool is sweet because it’s always with you on the bike and it’s out of the way too.
Okay, thanks for your fast replay, keep it up man and good luck for the upcoming races😄
@@foxy420 thanks!
Thanks for all the info keep it up!!! What type angle set are you running? Have you had any problems? Creaking?
Works! No problems with it, had it for years now.
What setting did you use for this season? I rode my altitude in position 5 last year, and had it in 3 for a lot of this year but just changed to 4 for this race season. Also just upgraded to a 38 Factory and trying out the smaller cassette that you use. So far I’m loving it.
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I was actually thinking about this. No one really goes into why certain settings are better for mtb
Loam ranger has one but your settings are literarly so perfect hope to see it from you aswell:))
I thought about ordering an Altitude, but I'm pretty sure my Slayer would murder me in my sleep.
It's possible, don't want to upset the Slayer.
Pretty sure my Slayer was the one that caused the Ever Given to get stuck in the canal.. As my Altitude is being delayed.
@@Jukis82 damn it man! Why'd you have to do that!
Jesse for the win 🤘🏻
thanks!
What a weapon! Question, I got the 2018 Slayer because the beauty frame looked like art. Super fun rig. What was the main reason for dropping it? Did Rocky simply want the Altitude as the enduro bike? Was it a marketing move or was there a huge design flaw I’ve yet to uncover? All the best this season.
No not at all! It's just the matter of the bike industry moving at such a rapid pace. Doesn't matter if a bike was good, they are constantly trying to improve and make bikes better. That Slayer was turned into the new Slayer which has more travel and more DH capability. And the Altitude came in just below that to be more all rounded.
Hey Jesse congrats on your podium today! I’m curious how wide your bars are?
740mm.
Hey Jesse, I have a video request if you will - even though this one was awesome 👌 Could you attempt to break down the process that you went through to get your speed on the trail? Bike handling, sessioning, hitting the gym for strength, body positioning... peer pressure 😂 Whatever it may have looked like for you, do you think you could possibly tackle that to give an insight on that process?
I think many others would be in my same position. Racing the local enduro and DH comps, doing pretty well sometimes - fast and capable riders. But would have no place in an EWS race. So anything you can recall that helped you bridge that gap, I think it would be awesome.
Cheers mate
Man that's a whole video series! I'll try to get some of that info sprinkled in all of my videos. Plus the MGM Alternative channel will have a lot of that too.
you seem to run your stem pretty slammed. Is that jyust to comoensate for extra stack height from the angle set?
The angleset has a large upper cup so I actually have it decently high. 17mm from the head tube
Was about to order turbine r wheels an you comment scared me. I know I don’t ride as you (I dream that I do though) but don’t want to struggle with bent rims. Me as a privateer will you suggest going with the atlas rims? Or turbine R will do the job ok?
They will be totally fine. I’m saying that in the worst hit possible to the rim they only slightly dent and nothing that stops the wheel from being usable. I’ve been riding my race wheels from last year all winter and they don’t have a single dent.
@@JesseMelamedMTB Thanks, don't know anyone who rides RF wheels and my local bike shop told me to go with the atlas just in case. Hopefully they get in stock soon, after 4 rides the stock wtb has 2 dents, been waiting for my 38 for 2 month now too. Got the new altitude and eager to head next weekend to Squamish to test it there!!!!
@@NicoCabrera-MTB yea most rims are soft! Which is why I like the turbineR. They are stronger than most. Parts are taking a while these days. Hopefully you get on it soon!
@@JesseMelamedMTB So sorry to bother you again with this but I don't have riding buddies and can only check online. Is it worth it the upgrade from 36 to 38, I know you mention you will be testing again the 36. I rode the 36 for years now and I love it. I am not a big guy (77kg), will it be a difference?
Which is better for racing enduro air or coil shock? And why?
That’s too big of a question. It depends on your bike. Your riding style. How well you can set up either. I’ve been running coil on this bike and really like it
@@JesseMelamedMTB ye😁 i wasn't asking for like every bike that would be ridiculous I was just wondering you personally opinion on the bikes you ride
@@isaacscott8480 haha ok. Well I think I answered it. I think both coil and air have gotten to a point where they are both good and can be picked for a certain style
Jesse can you explain a little more about the differences between the dhx2 and x2 on this bike and what the benefits of one over the other are? I just got a new Instinct and hopefully will get the parts to swap back and forth between altitude and instinct... Have you tried it yet with the 36 at 170 instead of the 38?
This bike is quite progressive so you can get the suppleness of the coil off the top but not have it blow through travel too quickly. It really works well. I did try the 36 up front but I found it too flexy honestly, the 38 was just much more confidence inspiring in rough sections.
@@JesseMelamedMTB Awesome thanks Jesse!!!
great vid jesse, how tall are you and what frame size did you go for?
170cm and medium.
Hi Jessy, is it possible to ride the Instinct bc with an original fox spring or is too linear?
Love your content, ride on!🤟
I did for a little bit and liked it! But I did prefer the air on it.
Jesse, are they the race face turbine r30 alloy wheels ?
Yes they are!
What's the fork offset? What's your thoughts on matching the stem length to the fork offset?
44mm fork offset, I think that makes sense in my head but I haven't actually done that ever.
Jesse, did you end up going back to the 36 fork or are you sticking with the 38 for the future?
Stuck with the 38! I like the precision of it.
Have you tried a cushcore xc? I'm hesitant to run the actual cushcores as they're so heavy, but im wondering if the xc version with regular casing tires (as opposed to DD or DH without inserts which is what i use now) will keep the weight down while providing the same benefits.
I have! They are great for the xc bike. For a trail bike they do give that rim protection and ability to run lower pressures but it doesn't have that sidewall support the full version gives you and that's what I love about it.
Can you do settings for the fox 36
When I have tested it yes!
@@JesseMelamedMTB That would be great. I love my rootbeer 36 on my Altitude.
Is your race bike set up different than how you would set up your personal everyday bike? If so how?
I'm not sure, I only spend time on my racebike to stay comfortable on it.
@@JesseMelamedMTB that makes sense...I also wondered about the "reach adjust" you mentioned. Is that something availible from Rocky for that bike or is that a custom piece made specifically for you or the team?
What mud guard are you running, I like how yours is a bit bigger for extra protection.
Ah missed that one! It's a MudHugger
Thanks man
Hello Jesse really sick video, I'm riding an instinct bc 2019
And I race enduro occasionally, I was wondering do you prefer 27.5 or 29?
I'm not sure if I want to stick with instinct or maybe get an altitude next
I definitely think 29er has an advantage for racing, so if you want to focus more on racing then 29er would be good.
Nice T-shirt m8
Big fan
Hey, which brakepads do you run (matallic or resin) and why? Thanks for the great content!
Metallic! I prefer the feel of them.
Love my altitude, the best bike out there😎🤟🏼
Stoked to hear that!
Jesse
They are the XTR finned pads, metallic.
Any desire to mullet that bike? I'm 5'8 and a smaller wheel allows me to get back a little more and helps start the wheel rolling.
ALN has done it to hers, I like the rolling of the 29er
I'm going to copy that settings tomorrow. 😅
I don't know if I have a poor eye sight, because sometimes you look like the guy in the 50 shades of gray?
haha let me know how it goes!
@@JesseMelamedMTB sure, I'l leave it in the comment.
Do you think the cushcore is worth the weight in the front?
Yes.
Whats this bike like at cornering on proper steep and rough terrain, bike reviews say its good at steeps but hard to know what their kind of steep is as they never show them doing steep stuff on camera, Im on 650b for now but wouldnt mind the added stability of a 29er
It's good! I raced it on some steeper tracks last year and had no issue!
How wide do you run your bars? And also du you run them in carbon or alloy?
740mm right now and carbon. Haven't tried many alloy bars that I liked.
Do you always run 740mm wide bars & would that be the width you use on all your bikes. I think i need to cut my 780 bars down to suit my 165cm height
@@justingardner5943 I have for the last 2 years and my only thought is to go narrower
@@JesseMelamedMTB so did you get to your desired width by feel, science or because of were you ride and the lightening speed that your traveling at?
Can you mold the saddle at home? I'd like to get one but I live in europe so couldnt stop by by their shop
I think they may sell the attachment to heat it but I am not sure on that yet.
What tire pressure do you run well racing? I know it’s different at every location but let’s say in Squamish
20-21psi
What kind of mudguard ist this? :)
Are you still at 740 mm bar width ? And what do you feel is the benefit in a narrower bar ?
I am! I just don't think you need any wider than you need, and the narrower bar gives you more clearance around trees and more space to move the bike around.
Jesse, how tall are you? I'm 5 foot 8 and a bit 173cm, your comments on each were really interesting. I'm looking at a new bike this year and moving from a Mondraker Foxy my ideas on normal reach figures are slightly skewed.
You'd be perfect for it then! I'm 170cm and just a tiny bit small for it I think, so the Medium should suit you well.
@@JesseMelamedMTB thanks for the reply.
Where can I get DHR 2 in 29 x 2.5 wide? On maxxis site it's only availble in 29 x 2.4 wide. Still a prototype ?!
uh oh! I guess so haha, it has the name on it though!
@@JesseMelamedMTB Thanks man for leaking this :) looking for wider DHR 2 for years. Any guesses when available for public?
I will be at EWS in Canazei if you don't mind I take yours beaten up after the race ;-)
@@KingVita-mf6xu haha yes perfect! Come find me and I'll give you some used ones.
Does anyone have a break down of adjustments to mullet this bike? I’m on an older instinct medium (I’m 5’5 with long arms) but with the bikes getting longer I’m going to probably have to get a small. Which means getting a 27.5 bike. Curious if there is a way to fix any geo issues caused by mulleting it. I mulleted my slayer and have noticed a few changes to the bike but not knowledgeable enough to fix it.
Also great vid! Mostly just wanted to comment to boost the vid.
Keep an eye out for something soon... There may be some information on how to go about that.
@@JesseMelamedMTB Thank you for always taking the time to reply! Huge respect. I actually lucked out and found a 29er instinct 2021 that I am converting to an altitude. The DHX2 coil is on order now and the parts from rocky are already in. Can’t wait!
@@gennaflinkman7290 nice that’s awesome! Stoked to hear
Obsessed with my new Altitude - interested to hear more about your choice to stick with 40mm stem. I went straight to 35mm without much thought.
I’ve got about a month of riding in position1 (300km or so) Gonna give neutral a shot next.
Thinking an angle set in Pos 5 might be the ticket - preserve that steeper STA.
Definitely depends what you're going after, I'm glad to hear you're experimenting!
what type of grips are those u are running?
They are RaceFace Sniper Slide on. Not sure they are available anymore.
Its size medium or large?
Medium!
Sweet!
Oh yeah!
One for the algorithm
You're a saint!
Leaving myself a comment:
Fork: 120mm
Rebound: in the middle
Compression: On
Shock: Has air in it
Rebound: probably
Compression: usually
Sounds dialled to me!
> I'm bad at cornering
Jesse if you're bad, then I'm the Elon Musk of bad cornering
He's pretty good, so then you must be pretty good at being bad! I'm sure you're fine though.
Quick question, does anyone know what’s up with the green valve stems? I’ve seen so many elite level riders running the same green valve stems it seems like some kind of insider thing 🤔
Edit: cushcores
Good edit. Cushcore valves hah.
Whoop strap on charge mode
Agreed!
I've always wondered, when you're clipped in and you have to put your foot down, say after a sketchy corner, do you immediately have to clip in your foot to keep going or can you ride it like a flat pedal until you have an opportunity to put it back in. (I ride flats and i'm weighing the options of if I should switch)
With the crankbrothers pedals they have good pins so you can ride unclipped until a good point to clip back in.
Sheeeeeesh
yeeesh
@@JesseMelamedMTB Hey man super exited to see what you will achieve this season. I’m rooting 4 U!!
@@aidankase4274 Thanks man!
so, what your saying is that world class racers are persnickety and peculiar.
Or maybe it's just me.
@@JesseMelamedMTB and fair enough! think of pro hockey players with their sticks and skates. the devil is in the details at your level and clearly paying off.
@@thecount1001 oh man I’d love to know how specific they get with that gear
@@JesseMelamedMTB there's a video of the Penguin's equipment guy describing how he manages Crosby's skates and runners. it's a full time job just keeping his skates n blades on a schedule. apparently he can detect a slight scratch in his blade and needs it changed immediately. do you play hockey Jesse?
@@thecount1001 I'll have to watch that! I grew up playing hockey, I was playing rec league before covid every winter as well.
Hello do you ride cushcore front and back?