Trek Roscoe 8 review. And why I downgraded my mountain bike
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- Опубликовано: 21 ноя 2024
- Bear with me, I am completely obsessing over bicycles right now. It's time to start getting in a little bit better health so I picked up one of my oldest hobbies, bicycle riding. This videos goes over some history, what bike i was riding and what bike I just ended up buying. Hope you dig it, sorry about the horrendous camera work.
New bike.
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Old bike.
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Seems like all of us 80s and 90s kids love the same things. Awesome Stuff!
My exact thought.
I concur🤘😖🤘
I'm a 80s/90s Adult and mtn. biker, that's retired now and due to heart issues, have switch over to 20" fat-tire e-bikes, but still have my Cannondale Super V , & GT RTS mountain bikes. My first bike was a Stingray banana seat 20" Huffy bike and since then I've always ridden bikes, motorcycles. At 67, I've never lost the FUN FACTOR of biking. 😊
Like me , looking to get One and restart again , now with 42 years old eheheh
I don't understand Gen X folk who don't obsess over mountain bikes 🤣
Love to hear about the changes in your health! Got off my mountain bike years ago due to a lack of good local trails but riding on the road 8-10 hrs a week has done wonders for my physical and mental health, and just better overall lifestyle choices. Plus it's fun as hell going fast on a bike, even if I am 40 😅. Another vote for more bike content!
Right on. The life choice thing is real. Kind of just subconsciously making smarter decisions all around
Hey @thedirtheadshed - check out the guys at Ride or Die - Roadkill video - awesome vibe!
From a fellow 44 y/o!
I’m 40 since June 22 2024 , and I bought myself an EVIL faction 2 with about $500 worth of DEITY upgrades.. I’ve always been a skateboard guy, but this journey into dirt jumping / hardtail MTB has been so much fun!! I feel better physically and mentally .. next step is to cut back on the beers before bedtime lol!! 😂 but I’m on my way to a healthier and happier lifestyle ! If I could go back in time, I would have gotten into biking a whole lot more!!
I feel this. Today I turn 41, the year of 40 i have stopped smoking cigarettes, slashed my soda intake, changed how I eat, dropped 46lbs. Started riding in Florida this summer, struggled to get to 8 miles while there, came back to carolina and just hit my first 26 mile ride and feel like I could have done 35 comfortably.
I'm in better physical condition now than at any other point in my life, it's crazy
42…also got back into bikes a couple yrs ago. Got a Santa Cruz full suspension mtb that I ❤
Stoked you like em too!
That intro is so relatable!
"bikes, bikes, bikes, bikes, bikes"
*gets license*
"whats a bike?"
I've done the opposite to you over the last few years, I bought a basic Roscoe in 2020 then got a used Specialized Camber full sus off a friend, the Roscoe was more fun to throw around downhill but the baloon tyres make it feel so slow everywhere else compared to the Specialized's narrower 29's
I’m sure my fleet will change a lot over the next couple of years
I love bikes and 4x4's, this is a good direction on the channel. I have rode hard trails for a long time. I got my first full sus bike a few years ago and haven't looked back, I have two full sus bikes now.
Right on. Stoked to see how many people are riders
Right on! I go back and forth with a full sus and a hardtail. The hardtail keeps me honest. Slows me down, feel the terrain more.
I do like seeing the Mountain Bike content. It gets me motivated to get back on my Trek. It has sat for way too long. And I do miss riding it, a lot. That gives me a challenge to meet and overcome.
Nice! It’s obtainable too. You already own it
Hell yeah! Pedal power! just went on a 30 mile ride yesterday
Right on! Getting after it
Love it! I'm 68 and still riding, although now it's on paved trails with my tadpole trike. No electric assist!
Used to love to ride, now I just need a motor on it.
It was good to see you on Roadkill Garage on David’s Jeep, hope they’re bringing you back into the fold Dave.
Thanks. That was a fun week. Always good to get those gigs
Beacon Hill? Love that trail system. So much good riding in your area. Congrats on 100k subscribers!
Thanks so much. Yeah. It’s awesome getting to have fun in my area!
Great to see you having fun!! Those are sweets rides, and anything two wheel is always cool. You are an awesome rider!! Healthy is happy, way to go Dave!!!
Awesome addition to your content. Alot of what you said is very similar to my riding/ offroading journey. Can't wait for more.
I just bought a Roscoe 8 and I can’t believe how great it is. We used to ride hardtails on every type of trails in the 90s.
Yep! It’s a really comfortable/fast bike
I'm an avid mountain biker. I loved the channel before. This will make me like it even more. Keep the bike stuff coming!
Thanks so much. I’ll keep em coming. Probably in small doses
I got back into riding about 10 years ago and I got hooked. Sad part now is that you can never have enough bikes :) Keep up the riding!
Don’t tell anyone… but i bought another already
I only have two bikes and my wife thinks it’s one too many. I can think of at least three others I NEED.
@@thedirtheadshedits like they breed!!!😄😄😄
I got 5 bikes :/
Before the Internet, a bicycle was the only way to go and explore the world or go to your friends house
It was a big part of my life back then
As a Singlespeed Hardtail rider on a steel frame with near downhill geometry(Kona Honzo ESD) I approve this purchase. Most ppl are overbiked for the vast majority of trails they ride and skills they have.
That is SO true
I have roscoe 8 and use it to ride local trails, only reason why i choosed it over x-caliber is that it rides much better over obsticales, downhill, big holes in ground etc, more like a tank, so its maybe not fastest, but overall comfy ride for 50km+
Very true. I got a Giant Fathom last year - hardtail similar to Roscoe - and I've been riding bike parks and local trails a lot. The limiting factor is me, I gotta learn to be a much better rider to fully take advantage of what this bike can do.
Dave you continue to inspire me to get back to work on my projects, and now I wanna knock the dust and spider webs off my old mountain bikes and get back out there on them.
Right on! Hope you get the wheels turning
Im also 45. Raced bmx from around 92 to 94 when I got my drivers license. I got into cars and stopped riding. Tried to ride bmx again in my 30s and that didn't work ha ha. Im looking at getting into a mountain bike but don't know what direction to go. Im definitely inspired to go look at buying something. Thanks for the content variety. Ill watch it all.
Thanks for the support! Do a little research and you’ll find a good bike
Hey Dave, I'm so stoked to see you bring some more variety to the channel, I appreciate the skills and knowledge you share with the fabrication projects and dig the MTB content too! As somebody that's been wrenching in bike shops for 12 years it's great to see and feel your renewed enthusiasm for getting back on the bike.
Right on. Glad you dig it. Hope it’s just a little different perspective than what most bike channels show
Love it! 49 here, grew up riding when mtbs were all blinged out with cnc anodized goodies and suspension was still new. Bikes have come a long way for sure - dropper posts, disc brakes, 1x drivetrain, tubeless tires, wide bars with slacker geo. So much fun and a great way to burn off the beers. Love the variety of content, congats on 100k!
Thanks so much. I just sold a vintage bike with a bunch of anodized goodies to help pay for the Roscoe.
My 29er hardtail has been sitting in the shed for 4 years. I think I need to clean it up and get some miles in. Thanks for the motivation.
It’s a long weekend!
Randomly came across your video and was pleasantly surprised to see what looks like Spokane…I grew up riding bikes on Beacan Hill and climbing cliffs lower down.
Nice! The trails up there are great
Yes I agree! I’m the same. Didn’t ride bikes after I got my license and now at 36 years old I’ve been riding MTB for 2 years and I absolutely love it great exercise, very calming to be in the woods. And I started back up because a buddy at work gave me a bike that was ready to go. If it wasn’t for that I probably wouldn’t have got back on so for those of you out there that have good bike sitting around just collecting dirt and dust! Ask your buddy’s if they want to ride or coworkers and if they like it sell them cheap or give them away! It’s worth it to have a riding buddy and to spread the joy of feeling accomplished after a ride! Thanks for the video and hope to see more looks this 👍🏼👍🏼
That is some sage advice. I built up a couple of ozark trail bikes so I have loaners
After listening to your intro music, it’s way more mountain bike truck actually. I like it. Thanks
It's so funny to hear all your hobbies and past. Feel we could have been living parallel life's. Raced at River Side in Clackamas and indoor in Albany in the early 90's. Have fun on 2 wheels.
Nice! Those were good times
4x4, dirtbikes, Jeeps, big trucks. All stuff I love. We rode bikes like crazy in my original neighborhood south of downtown Cincinnati. I still love them, even in the boonies if Southesst Indiana, your channel has all stuff I like. Great work
Right on. Glad you are digging it
It’s 10 at night and now I’m watching your MTB video. You’re in good company. Trucks and the bikes-I’m stoked for the new content.
Right on. I’m glad you dig it. Bonus video going up in a few minutes
I've been riding a 2003 haro hardtail that I bought new. Love the feel of a hardtail, but could probably use some upgrades. Being over 20 years old it fits in well with my 20+ year old junk jeep and truck. You're motivating me to get it out and ride. Keep up the videos Dave!
That’s awesome . Definitely peddle it around.
Doesn’t matter how old the bike is. Really nice tires and new chain help, but if the bike fits and works, its good.
Bro I’m doing the same thing. Mid 30s and getting back into mountain biking. Grew up on them, loved them. And want that back. I actually found your channel doing the same “RUclips obsession” like you’re talking about. Keep it up, you’ve gained a subscriber
That’s awesome. Enjoy the ride
I have been fighting audio issues myself. Gave me a chuckle. Congratulations on 100k!
It’s a struggle
Awesome Dave👍👍👍👍👍! Looks like you are an excellent rider. Just be cautious. As we get older, it's harder to recover if accident happens.
Oh yeah. It hurts much more nowadays
Ain't that the truth and it is not if the accident happens but when
Love this! Personally ride hardtail myself and absolutely love it and have a bike park super close to the house that I frequent! Keep up the excellent content and biking!
Right on! I’ll keep at it. Enjoying it so far
I don't mind seeing bikes on your channel at all! I also got back into mountain biking in the past couple years after a long time away. Variety keeps things interesting.
Right on. I agree. Variety is a good thing
Cool Dave. I road bikes a lot when I was growing up. But that was in the 60's. No mountain bikes back then. But with less traffic you could ride your bike to the store without getting ran over. I'd like to get back into some biking, but I getting on in years. I do watch the Berm Peak guy a lot, he has interesting videos. I still like bikes, but....
The berm peak videos are great. I would like to try gravel bike trips. Seems like a good way to make miles with less traffic
Hey Dave, I came here for the fabrication but I love mountain biking so I appreciate the additional content. I’ve been into mountain biking seriously since ‘97 but I have dropped off over the past 10 years, just got busy. I have had a ton of different bikes but bought an Ibis Ripmo a few years back and I am loving it. I wasn’t sure if I would love a full carbon bike but it has been great. At 53 my back and body aren’t what they used to be so a full suspension is kind of a necessity to keep me riding often. Much love from the NorthEast for the dirt heads that ride bikes! Keep it up!
That’s awesome. I will have a pretty fun bike video coming out again next week. I probably need to spend a little more, but I really thrive being the underdog
Interesting addition to the channel. I’ve kinda considered the roscoe myself though still riding and modifying my ‘96 Kona Ti hard tail. Almost have my wife convinced to “let me” get a new one. You’re probably better off selling your haro as-is or keeping it as a spare for friends to ride.
It will likely get sold to fund other bikes. I like vintage stuff and all.. but I don’t want a bike to be a project too
I've been considering getting a hard tail to get back into some riding at a mid lvl kinda deal. Love to see the content and its definitely sparking my interest as someone around the same age as you. Keep it up and glad to hear of the self improvement you've made!
If you can afford it. This Roscoe is really nice. Also maybe look into the Trek Marlin
Congratulations on the 100,000 subscribers! I haven't found any of your videos boring, you do a great job of mixing things up. Just keep doing what you're doing. ALWAYS GREAT CONTENT!
Thanks so much! I’m having fun with it
I’m in the same boat , I had a full suspension bike and did not care for it , Sold it so I got a hard tail and it’s been a month of morning rides at 6am my dog and I love it . Amazing channel and content , keep these bike uploads coming . Cheers 🇨🇦
As long as I’m riding I’ll keep posting!! We might have to switch to a ski channel in January…
I enjoyed the video. By the way, this most recent Road Kill Garage episode was excellent. I chuckle every time the day starts and you're there with your coffee cup. Good stuff!
I just show up in the most random spots
Awesome video Dave. Most of my hobbies include dirt. Trail riding, RallyCross, mountain biking, and hiking. Thank you for sharing and congrats on 100k!
Thanks so much. Stoked how many people are on board
Dude. Hell yeah. So pumped to see you bringing this mix of hobbies to the channel. I love me some MTB and currently building a flatbed squarebody with a bike rack as a dedicated weekend fun rig.
Sounds like a cool setup
I am LOVING the mix with mountain bikes! I feel like I can relate to your channel even more now! Great content, keep up the great work! I'm glad to hear your getting healthier as well. Awesome video!
Thanks so much. I’ll keep mixing it up
I'm in the same boat. mid-40s gear head and mechanic, road BMX as a kid now jumping into mountain biking for fun and fitness. Also just started riding dirt bikes and never realized how much fitness you need for that so the Mountain bike fitness gains become even more important. Good stuff.
Seems like a lot of us are on this boat
I think we’re close in age, I believe we grew up in the golden age of bikes. The technology and design jumped during our prime riding youth and hooked us forever…IMO. I just got back into bikes and my kids are getting old enough that we can enjoy it together. I was stoked to see you put out a bike video! They’re a great way to take a break from Jeeps and trucks. More bike vids get my vote!
Sounds like you’re living right!
Berm Peak is a great MTB channel. Cool dude. I just got back on my Specialized Rockhopper Hardtail 29". $800.00 I think it was. Not too bad.
Nice! Yeah his channel is great
Love those Billy Goat mega Gear for climbing .. nice !!! .. LOL you know your getting older as a rider when just looking at a hardtail makes my knees ache .. lol
They definitely make you work for it more
Love this new content addition and different twist on , "Dirthead." Mountain biking definitely fits, and I'll look forward to it continuing to be a part of the mix!
Thanks so much. As much as I wanted big trips and elaborate builds I think this Vlog style channel is more my speed and budget
Enjoyed the video, I didn't start riding until I was in my late 50's mostly road bikes but few years back started mountain biking so I could ride with my grandkids.the only problem is when I get on my bike I still think I'm in my twenties and at 68 it really smarts when I hit there ground.There are some good trails up at Priest lake. Enjoy
Yeah. Crashing sucked as a kid.. way worse now!
Awesome Dave, I've been cycling a lot since my teens. I built a super high end MTB 20 years ago but barely took it off road and mostly stuck to road bikes. About 5 years ago I built a fat bike and that's been so amazingly fun. I wouldn't have believed it from looking at it but the traction and stability are so confidence inspiring and being fully rigid I think helps with the technique. I've also found that since getting the fat bike my skill and confidence on the motorbikes has increased by a huge margin, I never had a motorbike growing up and have very little off-road experience so now am planning on getting a 300 cc dual sport
Love the bike stuff too. I’m the same age and rode my bike everywhere until I got my license. At the start of covid I bought a very old version of my dream bike, a Specialized Roubaix. Lately I’ve been wanting a mountain bike, so good stuff.
Right on. I say get the bike as long as you’ll make the time to ride it
this is awesome. bike mechanic here, though it seems easy to “upgrade” a mtb you already have i recommend saving that towards a new full suspension. you’ll enjoy it a lot more. mtb changes so much so fast.
I agree: the Haro will get very little (or none) thrown at it before getting sold
Thanks for adding more crazy stuff, Dave. Have a great holiday weekend, brother.
You too! Thanks for watching
Great to see the bike content, you’re a great rider! I’ve recently got back on my mountain bike and really enjoying it again.
Right on! It’s so much fun
Hell yeah. Been out of the bike scene since I basically got a job. Kids are old enough to bike and now I’m getting back into it. Also picked up a hardtail and so far loving it.
That’s awesome. Good times getting the kids on bikes
Love the added content.....nice to hear about bike stuff from a "normal" non-expert type person vs. a pro.
I’m hoping it will be pretty relatable
Love this addition to the channel! Hope you come to North Carolina sometime and we can have a group ride.
I love that state
Upgrades for the haro, if you can get a rear coil shock or a shock with a external res. *if the frame has clearance.
Another upgrade would be a better fork with larger stations.
You may also be able to upgrade the fork internals with the new damper and get more control over the fork settings.
Have been following your channel ever since the beginning and love all thing cars, Jeeps, low riders and mountain bikes.
Love the new content and keep up the old content.
Fellow 80's child, like you I'm also into off roading, fabricating my own stuff and hoping to build a bagged estate car one day.
Also like you I'm big in mountain biking and am lucky enough that my other half enjoys it too. An upgrade i would highly recommend is fitting an oval chainring. These massively transforms how the bike pedals making it easier to climb and you're able to pedal further for longer. Absolute black is the brand I would recommend because they have the science sorted out plus it's cnc'd and comes in lots of cool colours.
Keep up the good work. I really enjoy your channel.
I’ll look into that. I remember back in the 90s when they were a big deal too
I've got a Roscoe 8. Awesome bike! Ride it much more than my full suspension. Love the bike content.
Really nice Roscoe! It’s awesome you’re back into mountain biking. It’s so fun. One of the only forms of exercise I’ve found that I could do for hours and don’t want to stop.
Same here!
Im 45 i just got back into mountain biking, cant afford more than a Gen 2 marlin 5, but im loving it and have been doing 10 miles a ride at least 4 days a week.
You’re getting after it!
I'm 47 and just got back into MTB also. I've been riding a 20" BMX bike for the past few years but my 9-year-old wanted to switch to a mountain bike after he outgrew his BMX. I too was able to pick up the Roscoe 8 last week for $1500. I love the Roscoe, it so much better than my last mountain bike (2010 Trek Cobia). Keep up the MTB content, Dave!
The are great bang for the buck!! Cheers
I still have my BMX bike from 1984. I drag it out every now and then. Love the bike content!
I can’t ride my bmx very well anymore
Love this Dave...My bikes have just been collecting dust the last couple years and I need to get back out there! You may know the higher end full suspension stuff have additional components or "brain" on the rear shock that can differentiate the pumping of an uphill climb and the action of a bump or dip to make peddling more efficient...maybe a good upgrade worth looking into if the orientation of that shock is compatible with that tech?
That sounds like great tech , but likely out of my price range right now
@@thedirtheadshed "BRAIN Technology senses bumps in the trail and activates the suspension giving the rider the efficiency of a hardtail with all the benefits of a full suspension bicycle." Specialized has been offering the Brain for over a decade, Fox & RockShox both make versions...might be surprised what's out there...Perhaps you just need to engineer a rear triangle/frame lockout so you don't have to rely on the shocks lockout...control it with a dropper remote...poor man's brain?
Good to see you getting back into it. Been following your vehicle stuff for years but I love cycling too
Glad you dig it . Bikes are fun
Nice review. The best review I watched on Roscoe 8 actually. 😀
Thanks. Seems like a lot of the RUclips channels are all about spec.. yawn
Hell Yeah Dave .... i'm 50 & got back into mountain bikes about 10 years ago .. i'm fitter , lighter , far more flexible & less back-ache as a result
Good work! I can feel the benefits already
Dude! Im 44, the mountains were calling me, bought a place in Colorado and bike that cost wayyyy too much money. Having the time of my life 😁
I watch Seth, Alex, Bobo, Brian, Sam, and all the regulars religiously too.
Right on. My next bike video will be an attempt at a real review
@@thedirtheadshed hell man, grab a friend and come on out here and I will host you and show you around some of the trails, can even hit up a park and get in some off the chart gravity.
I relate so much to this at nearly 58, have an FZJ80 landcruiser for towing my off road caravan and camping etc, used to mountain bike a lot from 2005 on my Specialized Stumpjumper FSR which was such a great (but expensive) bike for many years until I gave up on riding and sold everything......then last year had a heart attack which I survived really well due to all the cardio from mountain biking, was told I shouldn't have stopped so took it up and fell in love with it all over again, yep you guessed it....on a Trek Roscoe 7 that looks identical to yours, it out rides my old Stumpjumper in nearly every way, 29x2.6 tyres, 1x12 drive train, boost through axles, dropper post etc just are all game changers....it's so much fun and can be ridden all day over everything ❤
They are great little machines! And still really affordable
You basically described the same experience I had. I'm happy to see I'm not the only one. Grew up on beater bikes. Literally rode the wheels off them. When I was about 14 finally scored a nice bike, then turned 16 and life was all about C10s and small block chevy mods. In my 40s now and back into bikes after 3 knee surgeries. I like the hardtails too. Great to see the bike content from a like minded person.
I hear pedaling is really good for knee recovery
Congratulations on 100K subscribers! You'll have to show us your plaque from RUclips when you get it. Your camera work is good. You have come a long way with it and your camera style suits you and your channel in my opinion.
I definitely will. Thanks!
Congratulations on hitting100k! I’m a few years older than you but i remember riding bikes everywhere before we got drivers licenses. We were a lot healthier then for sure
Heck yeah we were. Those were good days
Really enjoying the mountain bike content! I've always followed your channel for the offroad content, but I also ride! Hardtail for life!
Right on, thanks for the support
Good stuff! I also am getting back into mountain biking in my 40's and just picked up a new trek roscoe. It was a much needed upgrade from my 15 year old trek!
That’s awesome. Hope the cooler weather makes for some fun rides
I have one on hold right now, well the olive black color scheme. I haven't ridden in over a decade, ready to get healthy again. I appreciate your review, looks like a good trail bike!
Dave- good on you for getting back into riding and enjoying the thrill of it. I bought a new Scott full suspension 29er a few years ago to get back into mountain biking, as I used to race for quite a few years, but then lost interest. The new technology is incredible and makes riding so much more fun.
I converted both my old 26" hardtail & other full suspension to 1x drivetrain and really enjoy riding both of those as well. The hardtail is a blast at the local bike park as it is so much lighter than the FS and just quicker to throw around in the berms and quick hits. Enjoy the trails, and keep up the hustle! Looking forward to watching the next videos, as I'm a bit behind.... lol
Keep the mtn bike action coming. I'm an old BMX and 26" mtn biker. I kept going when I was active duty in So-Cal. Even raced out there in the 909. I still hae a bike but its a death trap with mechanical brakes. Still the old style 26" wheels.
Its funny my research led me to the Roscoe 8 also. Hadn't pooled up enough money for one, but good to see someone else agreed with my research.
They seem like a good bang for the buck at 1599
Sounds like we are going through the same thing. I am doing it to improve my health and drop a few lbs. Just picked up the Giant Trance X and can't stop watching the MTB videos! Enjoy yourself. 😂 👍🏼
It’s something a Lot of us are going through
Wow, are you me??!! 😂 I'll be 45 in August, back into bikes couple years ago, got an xj for wheeling, a '46 cj2a for Epic road trips!! Was a skateboarder mainly in the 90s, still kick it around in the garage occasionally, but always had a BMX to get from spot to spot to skate. Binge mtb videos to learn what I don't know about these new bikes!
All that to say, I welcome the addition of bikes to your channel!!
Right on. So many of us seem to be living parallel lives
@thedirtheadshed it does!!!
43 now, did a lot of mountian biking in my tweens and teens then got back into a couple years ago. I got a Roscoe 9 about a year ago and really like it, im looking forward to more bike content.
Right on. I keep wondering if i shoud have gone with the 9. But the 8 is getting it done pretty well
I got a Roscoe 8 last May (2023, so I paid more than you 😂)to replace my 1996 Nishiki Rigid. Needless to say, HUGE upgrade. I may have been sucked in by specs (4 piston calipers? Yes please! ) I’ve not gotten to ride as much as I’d like, plus I don’t have quite the biking background you do (and I’m 12 years older) so it’s definitely overkill, but I do dig it! I just can’t ride like you. I don’t wanna break a hip! Just lose some weight and gain some lung capacity.
Great content. Keep it up. I’m gonna watch the painting a bike video next. Seems like a great opportunity for the Nishiki!
Just ride when you can . You don’t have to go for the gold
❤ Really liking your content Dave have you looked into replacing your blown out Harlow shock with something from FOX 😮💨
I may. This rock shox one should last a while now
Super stoked on your return to mountain biking, and I dig the content. I'm two years older then you and last year I started back in with my Trek. I'm in Northern Idaho so your pacific Northwest views look very familiar to me. Congratulation on your new Isuzu project, I look forward to seeing it's rejuvenation. I feel like they are under represented, Isuzu really made some durable and capable vehicles (as a fan boy you of course are well aware of that). I have a Scout 2 on '77 chevy 3/4 ton axles, 203/205 doubler transfer cases, and a healthy 383 SBC. Rock on Dave!
Yo! I’m here for the MTB content. Grew up on bike, loved cars since birth, grew up watching y’all, and after getting my first car I stopped riding bikes, but now 25 I’m back into bikes too! Also picked up a Roscoe 8 last week. After a bunch of research I could not find a better deal on a hardtail in the 1200-1800 range that had what I needed/wanted. Had a GT Aggressor that I rode into the ground in 1 year. Lol
Dude, you’re on track! Keep it up
My two favorite things are bikes and 4x4s. There’s awesome biking and wheeling out in Montana. Ride hard Dave!
I want to explore Montana a bunch more
Dave, Great to see you doing MTB content! I'm with you on hardtail bikes. I grew up with my legs as suspension and full-suspension bikes feel unresponsive to me... I'm about 10 years older and 10 years deeper into the mountain-bike rabbit hole... I've found the 29er wheels roll over rocks and stumps better than the rest... and finding a 29er frame with a short chain stays makes the bike nimble like a smaller bike. As a gearhead... my current bike is all parts I picked and put together. I suspect you'll end up the same way if you stay on the trails.
Ready for more MTB vids! 🤘 Be safe!
I just bought a new bike recently too (full squish carbon mtb)! and now I want a resto modded 90s steel mtb and a higher end modern hardtail
Same same same
good on ya dude🤟🤟 I got back on the deadly treadly after a long hiatus about a year ago, now I'm absolutely hooked again.
That’s awesome
Great timing on this video. I just discovered the ozark trail ridge and want to get into it and I hear that's a great option to start that's easily upgradable. Really looking forward to the bike content!
Don’t tell anyone… but I bought an ozark trail too.. video on that soon
@@thedirtheadshed mums the word! Can't wait to see that one! Keep up the killer content. The bikes, the bagged hard body, the lifted stuff! All gold
@@thedirtheadshedlol you must be following Matty’s channel closely 😁
@thedirtheadshed I just went and bought one, can't wait to see you're thoughts. Like I've heard from others the assembly was rough. Valve stems were not fully installed, brake lines not tightened, zero air in the tires. But I'm really impressed so far.
His channel is really good
Heck yeah, hard tail for life! I’m 49 and trying to get a routine going again riding.
Making time is the hardest
F yeah David. I’m going to get a mtn bike tmrw. I’m 43, was riding bmx up until about 10 yrs ago. Just been ripping my samurai and super moto crf and anything in between, but I need to be back on a bike
Super moto crf.. that sounds fun
@@thedirtheadshedyou can rip the streets, but also hit jumps. Too fun
Wow, worlds collide. Great to see you healthy and happy out on you bikes. Rock on brutha.
Thanks! Finally getting my legs back
Congrats on hitting 100k!!! You always have great content in your videos! Looking forward to seeing progress on Butter Jeep!!
Coming up right away! Thanks
Awesome content! I have been a cyclist since 1996 and am now 61. I ride road, gravel, and mountain. I even have a single speed mountain bike. I actually have 9 bikes. 😂
That Trek Roscoe was a solid score! You now have 2 tools in your arsenal so you can attack whatever you want to ride.
I need 7 more!
@@thedirtheadshed n+1 is a reality. 😂
I totally support this bicycle direction. 8 Years ago I moved to the Pacific Northwest, I immediately bought a full suspension trail bike. However, I recently did the same thing as you, I downgraded to a hard tail with a nice fork. It really just suits my riding style better. This is also a great time to buy bikes as far as prices are concerned. You also live in a great area to showcase your riding skills. I look forward to seeing more.
That’s one of the best things. Mountain biking is actually convenient here. Doesn’t have to be an all day affair
Throw all the two wheel action you want Dave! Love it all and it keeps things fresh.
Glad you dig it. I don’t think it’s worth starting a second channel to do like 5 bike videos a year
Keep the Bike stuff coming.. I started down the same path last year....bikes everything..... I put 400 plus miles last year and I plan to do the same this year....btw .. I'm 55 and it's never too late .. keep it up
Ride on! It’s fun
I love the channels OldShovel and Berm Peak. I have a 90’s Klein and grew up on a Marin. Should definitely get into a 90’s bike!
… I just sold one to help pay for new bike
This is awesome man, another mid 40's here from Oz, been into MTB for majority of my years. Keep up the great content👍👍
Thanks! Cheers