I'm Johnny Jorgensen and an affiliate of Bikes Online, this channel is growing into an overall outdoor sports and travel channel. I love mountain biking, but I also enjoy many other sports and outdoor activities as well.
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Hi, I will be receiving my first mountain bike soon and the only immediate upgrade I plan to do is convert to tubeless. Would it be a good idea to throw in 1-2 spacers or just wait until Im comfortable enough to do big jumps and drops before considering adding spacers?
Nice video! I was really curious about these trails since I'm coming up to the area next weekend. Maybe I'll find someone to hook up with to ride all the way to Cloudland like you mentioned so we can park at each end.
Just ordered one today! I'm pretty excited to get back into mountain biking after many years away. My old Pro-Flex just doesn't do it anymore. And as I am now 63, I need a bike that is more competent. Crashes really hurt these days! Thanks for the video! Guys like you are why I chose this bike out of the many options available.
That’s awesome! I’m glad to have helped you make a decision. It’s served me well over the years and it helps to keep some money in your pocket considering the higher cost options out there. Enjoy the new bike!!
vhey i just got a gt aggressor pro 27.5 xl, and i got the bike with a messed up rim and spokes are messed up to and i wanna swap the disk and cassette to a new rim, is there anyway you could help me find a rim thats cheap ish with hub and spokes on amazon, great video btw!
i have this same bike but i dont have a back rim, i need to find a cheapish one that looks simular to the original. if possible could you find one that would fit
hey i increased my eye to eye by 5mm and it doesn't hit the frame or anything but wondered if this would stop it from getting so close / bike giant stance / fox float dps 190-45
Impresssive! For toddlers of shorter height, closer to two years old is more realistic to be able to touch the ground. Do you now wish his balance bike had hand brakes?
Hand brakes were not a concern. My youngest has been on the strider for 1.5 years. Just turned 3 and he used it way more than my oldest who’s in this video. He flys on the strider bike. He puts his feet down and slides to slow down on hills. But he’s got the confidence and ability to just coast down the hills and ride it out. He did much better on the balance bike than my first. He just turned 3 two months ago and just got on the pedal bike. Picked it up after 3 days and now he can pedal bike unassisted. Never used training wheels with him. Just had to figure out how the pedals works.
What’s great with strider vs other brands I’ve noticed, is that the seat can get very low on the strider. Other brands don’t seem to allow the seat to drop as far.
Granson is 6 already has a electric atv but battery doesn't last young. How hard is it to put the lithium batteries in it and how many hours will ir run for>
I don’t know how the ATV battery is set up. If it’s like some of the “big wheels” electric rides it will be harder to replace because those have a proprietary battery. But if it’s just a standard lead acid battery you just need to buy the same size as lithium and it’s plug and play basically.
Rode here with the wife today. My only complaint is that it is not longer. Without a doubt, one of the best trails we have ridden to date. Sick flo out of nowhere. Just good old, smart, trail building . We live in valporaiso and the drive is worth it. Between NWI and SWM , there are some really good trail systems popping up. Plus, having lake Michigan to dip in afterwards is fantastic.
Nice! While it’s not got the pick me up of a gas powered bike, it is fun to play around with. Not sure if I mentioned it in this video; but I did end up changing the front sprocket to be one less tooth allowing for better acceleration. It did drop the top speed down 1-2 mph but for me, it worked better that way. I also changed the batteries out to be lithium vs lead acid.
Just found your channel. Great review on this trail system. My son-in-law works for Whirlpool so we rode when it first opened when I got the chance to bring the bikes to the westside. I worked for a trail building company at the time and was busy with the DTE build in Chelsea. Builder did a great job considering the limitations in elevation. Trail boss always said building on flat is harder then on elevation. I have always felt that trail systems like Lakeveiw are very important additions to the mtb communities riding opportunities. It's the gateway drug so to speak. 😂
It’s a great quality dirt jumper for the money. Hard to find a better priced DJ with the build. I’m just not very comfortable on DJ bikes - prefer the mountain bike. 😂
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Really helped me out. Of course it was the 6th of 6 wheels I was working on for my buddy and his family. All the others pumped right up. Good video. Bravo. Also watched Syd And Macky video after. I've watched their Downieville race weekend video. Small world. Nice people like yourself. Cheers.
Nice review! Question: does the t8 come with a high engagement hub out of the box? I realize it wont be like a hydra hub or anything, but ive come to appreciate having a high engagement hub quite a bit and im having a hard time figuring out if thats an upgrade im going to need to plan for when i buy the bike Thanks!
Thanks!! It’s not a high engagement hub. Definitely not like a hydra hub. But… i wouldn’t call it an entry level hub either. It’s descent and gets the job done, but if you’re used to a hydra or onyx, you may feel disappointed. I ended up upgrading my hubs to the hope pro 4 hubs when I upgraded my Wheelset with my NOBL partnership. Hope hubs are a nice upgrade if you want more engagement without spending the money on some of the really high engagement hubs.
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@@MTBTrailRider thanks! on account of the quick reply ill definitely grab that thru your link when i go to pull the trigger! If im understanding what ive been reading correctly, I’ll probably need to grab a new cassette to be compatible with most popular high engagement hubs? (Im still very much a novice to the MTB scene and figuring the whole compatibility thing out lol) Actually the reason I’m even in the market for a new bike right now is because this weekend I ran over my beloved Roscoe 8 with my truck. I set the bike down, got distracted for a minute, then went to move my truck and that was all she wrote 😖 Total bonehead move, frame is toast, so now I’m in the grieving/shopping process lol
Oh no!! That had to be gut wrenching. So, you shouldn’t need a new cassette. You just need to get the hub with the microspline driver. That’s the configuration for the stock SLX drivetrain on the T8. When you buy the new hub, just select the driver your need. If you’re buying a used hub with a different driver than yea you’d need to switch the cassette. If you have more questions about this, I’m happy to assist.
Nope. This is a public spot. It’s located at the bottom of the “cottontail trail” at white oak mountain (known to a few as the biology trails) located in collegedale Tennessee - on southern adventist university campus. They have another jump line at white oak on other side of trail map called nutty buddy. I’ve take my dirt jumper down that trail. It’s doable. Depends on trail conditions at the time it can get pretty loose.
Bruce… I’ve heard from many that you’re quite the complainer of everything modern mountain biking. Just stick to your old school rides and ways. It’s great that there are so many options for people to enjoy trails and they all don’t have to conform to your likeness. I’ll be here with the big lighter!! Making it possible for more riders to get on a quality bike for less money. 🔥 🤘🏼
We expect you to actually ride the trail and get to know it Man, you sure whine alot!! We just got done putting in more signs and arrows so hopefully you don’t get lost and I have to call your mommy ..
You sound really butt hurt that your trail system sucks. 😅 good trails bring so much money to the community. Your explanation for people getting lost is “ride the trail and get to know it”?? Ok, everyone traveling; DO NOT visit these trails. Go anywhere else. Every time I’m on these trails, I’ve had to help people get back to the parking lot or assist them with directions. This is not an established trail system for non locals. Don’t worry Bruce, you can keep “your trails” to yourself.
Actually ran my dj down a wetish trail today equiped with 1 brake and maxxis hookworms it is a pure sketch but for people like me who like it its crazy exciting but also tough only thing is the hookworm at smallest contact with mud you are basically done
Yea it’s always fun to do something different. We did a night run on a downhill jump trail and that was super sketchy cause we couldn’t see the landings. It was like jumping into the black abyss. We did this on a trail we know really well but it was WILD. 😂
I’m sorry, I what are you missing? Everything I removed, I showed on camera. As well as putting the fork back in… the fork gets the crown race, then the bearing goes over the crown race. Stick that up through the head tube. You don’t have to remove everything from the top of the headset to remove the fork. So whatever you took off, put back on in the same sequence. If you need more clarity, please reference which part you’re struggling with. Also, feel free to reach out via Instagram @jjorgensen428 and you can send me videos of what you’re working on. I’ll try to help.
Suspension Components: bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/suspension We walk through the process on how to remove the stock Fox 34 Rhythm fork on the Polygon Siskiu T8 and install the new DVO Diamond D1 fork. The DVO Diamond D1 has 35mm stanchions, travel adjustments for the 29er from 140mm to 160mm which is done all internally. The DVO Diamond D1 also provides significantly more tuning options compared to the entry level Fox 34 Rhythm fork that comes stock on the Polygon Siskiu T8. This is a simple process, but some care and attention is needed for a few items. Here are some other links to what I used and if you want part specific tools: Pipe cutter with star fangled nut: amzn.to/3QRrfNF Crown race setting tool $100 (why I didn't buy it): amzn.to/44L1DaZ
my method is first put in a normal innertube and inflate the tire, next just break the bead only on 1 side, take out innertube and seat the rest of the bead as much as you can, inflate
-Rear triangle had to be replaced. Shock was rubbing -fork lowers had to be lowered. Their was no grease and hub and axles seized together -one piece of the headset was missing upon delivery -dropper cable was messed up -lots of creaking right away on pivots -paint chip peeled when I removed the seat clamp Just to name a few
Welcome back to the channel! In this video, we're revisiting the Polygon Siskiu T8 ( bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/T8 ), a mid-travel trail bike that's been in my stable for three years now.
@@MTBTrailRider I was curious to see if you had any idea if the 2024 T8 fox 34 has spacers that are in it from the factory I got the shock manual when I got the bike but before I open it up to look I was wondering if you have any additional information
Yes…. Kind of… remember this is powered by an electric motor. The battery and computer module is enclosed in the plastic cover which provides protection against rain, water splashes, etc but it’s not sealed to prevent water from getting in if it was submerged. The motor, in the back is open to the elements but it is decently protected. The wiring is all covered up with protective sheaths and the side of the motor has some exposure but it’s minimal. You’re not going to ruin it from water being splashed on from your tires and such but avoid submersion or deep puddles that could get the side of the motor wet. I’ve driven this around in the snow and got it covered. Snow melted off in the garage. Didn’t have any problems. I’ve ridden this through mud and haven’t had any issues. 🤷🏼♂️
@@MTBTrailRider idk he’s actually 9 and he’s like 60 pounds and I’m 30 190 and I sat on it and it gave me a nice little ride around the driveway so we’ll see tomorrow if he says this shits weak I’ll return it
Huge questions not mentioned here. How much ride time on a single charge? How long does it take to recharge? Almost useless info without mentioning these topics.
Sorry I missed that. We get about 45-60min of ride time. I think their website promotes 90 min but that’s is the medium speed. When you use the faster setting and depending on your kids weight, you may see better or worse results. Takes about 3-4 hours to charge when empty.
A few reasons.. The TR37 can handle 2.6 tires fine and I don’t think I’ll ever go above that with my trail bike. This is not a downhill bike that sees that type of aggressive trail regularly so I felt the TR37 fits more inline with the trail/all mountain style riding that this bike is truly designed for. Nobl has a lifetime guarantee on the wheels if damaged while riding. If I got into situation where these rims couldn’t handle my riding, I could look at getting into the correct Wheelset. However; I was not concerned with. The tr37 are very tough and made very well. I went as big as I needed. I like the 30mm/31mm ID of the rims and I track very well still. Just didn’t fit into the “bigger is better”. To be honest, I was considering the TR35’s as they would match my regular trail riding much more and still have the 30mm ID with less weight. However; I do occasionally take this bike to shuttled downhill parks and wanted to have a little extra strength / confidence on those rides. Hope this helps.
Yes. But saying with a level of discretion. I don’t know your kids ability if he can ride a regular pedal bike then I would say yes they can ride this. My son in this video had just turned 5. The throttle on the mx350 is very gradual and doesn’t not accelerate quickly like the StaCyc electric bikes do. Those have throttles that are lot more responsive. The mx350 throttle is on or off. When it triggers on it gradually increases the speed.
Nice park! Has some fun features. I wanted to ask, what are your thoughts on the new T9? I am trying to decide if it is worth it for me to spend the extra money or do upgrades like you have instead. I might go to bike parks 2-3 times a year and everything else is pretty much blue to maybe black trails.
Hey there! So, I like the t9 build… I like that there are more build configurations for those who just want to buy the higher quality ready to go out of the box. It’s an $800 difference, but you’re getting a bigger fork - Fox elite 36 vs performance 34. The bigger stanchions will be noticeable at the bike park. I don’t know how hard you ride, but I’ve taken my t8 to a bike park in Michigan and handled blue trails no problem. But I’m not sure how it would hold up to a full day of abuse at like windrock in TN or big DH park in Colorado. I increased my travel on my fork to 150 with a new air shaft and fine tuned it with volume spacers. Love the feel of the fork but the beefier stanchions would be nice on park days. The trp brakes a nice upgrade but the 4 piston tekro are quite capable. Maybe just switch out the pads and throw a 200mm rotor up front to give you more confidence. Traditional blue and black enduro trails or all mountain trails, you should be fully confident with on the t8. I switched my rear cassette out along with the derailleur to the XT replacing the SLX. It was nice, but hard to notice the difference unless you’re an avid rider. I keep the slx crankset. So… to finalize my long explanation, if you have the $800 extra, you would be very happy with the build out - especially when it comes to park days (I would still increase the fork travel to 150 by replacing the Fox air shaft - bike shops can do this no problem if you’re not confident with that type of work). But if that $800 is significant and not in the budget, you would be happy with the T8 for normal riding days but big DH parks might take a little bit to feel confident with. This isn’t a DH bike. But it’s a very capable all mountain bike that I’ve been able to push pretty hard. I hope this helps and didn’t confuse you more. 😂 if you have more questions, don’t hesitate to reach out. I don’t always get notifications on RU-vid replies, so Instagram works good too: @jjorgensen428
