2021 Pivot Trail 429 Test Ride & Review: Best Climber Ever?

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@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Pivot Trail 429: bit.ly/2OOG7z2 Please join me Tuesday, March 16th at 8:30 PM MST here on RU-vid for a live stream Q&A where we'll answer all your question and comments about this incredible new offering from Pivot Cycles!

@brad1246 3 года назад

Should I hold out for a Trail 429 or just get the in stock Ripley? Thanks for all the great videos.

@harizavdic4893 3 года назад

What do you think about the enduro build with a DPX2 and fox 36 140mm.

@geopietro 3 года назад

@@brad1246 I placed an order for a new Ripley a couple of months ago and was almost ready to cancel and get the new 429 but by the end of the video I felt good about my decision. The Ripley is a little more "poppy" and the 429's cockpit is a little too big. To each his own. Don't think we'd go wrong with either. And once you get your new bike, you'll love love love it! Good luck.

@troycarpenter3675 2 года назад

@@harizavdic4893 I'm looking at that build or the team xtr with the fox 34. I'd like some insight and actual weights. Thoughts?

@mikejones420 3 года назад

your reviews are truely the best in the world. I agree that the 66 degree headtube angle, and 75 degree seattube angle is the "magic" trail numbers.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Thanks Mike. Yeah, for a get it all done, do everything trail bike, those geo numbers are dialed!! Join us for the live stream Tuesday evening!!

@jamesobrien4657 3 года назад

Jason has the best reviews. He sold me on the Ripley, which i loved. Then he sold me on the Switchblade, which I love more. Now I’m going to have to buy a T429 as well!! Wife is gonna kill me. 🤦‍♂️

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

haha James, what you dont know is how much I secretly love spending other peoples money haha !! Glad you're loving your bikes. Such a good time to be a mountain biker!! Thank you!

@pcarts232 3 года назад

Awesome 👏🏾

@pcarts232 3 года назад

Awesome bike awesome reviews dude , so happy to see you on the different bikes !!

@pcarts232 3 года назад

I think the guys at REVEL BIKES are gonna be like “ Godang it guys we need to re-design the Ranger , the Rascal and the Rail and no ones going home until we’re done “ haha 😂 🤣🤣👍🏾👍🏾🙌🏽🙌🏽!!

@furion.. 3 года назад

Just tell her it's so she has more to choose from when she wants to join you 😉

@bradvancina377 2 года назад

Chris and the team at Pivot have created the ultimate trail/enduro with the 2020 and 21 429Trail A swiss army knife for the trail

@eddieokeefe5826 3 года назад

Just built myself a Ripley, copied your tire choice of the Rekon and Ardent Race, can't wait to ride it, currently waiting for the trails to dry out here in Massachusetts, thanks for the reviews

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Love that tire setup! Did you end up purchasing via my link to competitive cyclist or through Chris at Salt Cycles?!

@geopietro 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyum Jason, upon your recommendation I called Salt Cycles. I left a message and no one ever returned my call. I had the same experience with 2 other cycle shops. I ended buying a Ripley from Jenson. Their rep was super responsive and punctual.

@eddieokeefe5826 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyum I got the tires through your link, but not the frame, I need to remember to do that in the future for other things !!

@samblazer07 3 года назад

Who else was Waiting for this review..

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

haha wish I could have got it to you guys earlier but dang.... life happens! Glad I was able to get it uploaded today. Plan on Weekly Sunday videos moving forward!! Also, Live Stream Tuesday evening!!

@barbbrazes869 3 года назад

Thanks for this Review!! I love your channel!!

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

You are so welcome! Thank you!

@mauriciosuffle4985 3 года назад

Thanks yum yum for your review just pulled the trigger awesome bike loved it

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Right on! Enjoy

@Mockle07 3 года назад

Great video, and great climbing! 👀 How would this compare to the Transition Spur in your experience? I’m guessing the Spur is slightly snappier and faster up non-technical climbs but not quite as capable on the chunkier descending?

@Garred34 3 года назад

I would love to hear how you think it compares to the Transition Spur. The setup and geometry seems so similar. Only main difference I'm seeing is the 130 fork instead of the 120. Head-tube angle is the same too.

@kengreenwald229 3 года назад

thanks for your well done in depth reviews! Really helpful to me and folks that cant demo all the bikes you review. I thought you bought a Switchblade though? I am looking at that bike an looks like it is nearly the same geo as the 429 but more travel which i need. Are you still liking the switchblade? I will try to tune in tonight....

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful! Yeah, try and watch the live tonight!!

@mannyfnsc29 3 года назад

Hi Jason. Speaking of the Giant Trance, have you had a chance to demo the 2021? The Advanced pro 29 1 (non live-valve) looks good on paper and is supposed to be a great climber. Would love some feedback on that 👍 BTW, this new Trail 429 looks haaawt!!

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Manny. The 2021 Giant Trance is top of the list of bikes I want to ride asap!!!

@jfebman 3 года назад

Rockin the climb. Bravo....

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

haha thanks. The gopro does not do these climbs justice.....

@meteormedia7021 3 года назад

You should really, really take a look at the Norco Optic

@xav_1029 3 года назад

Did you ever put beefier suspension on the Ripley like a 36? I’m 195lb and ride heavy. 140mm Mezzer + Mara IL combo made me change my mind about wanting to get a new bike. Back to loving my Ripley. Let’s see how I feel after Moab in a couple weeks

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

haha have fun in Moab... I would maybe want a little more bike for that terrain. In any case, no. I never tried a 36 on my Ripley... I have a few friends riding a 140 fox 36 on their Ripley's and loving it!!

@MTBActionCam1 3 года назад

You seemed to be a bit more stoked on this bike review versus the reviews of similar bikes.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

It's soooo good!!

@chrissmith2729 3 года назад

How does it stack up against the Revel Rascal? Your videos, and a few others, convinced me that is going to be my next bike, also it meets every number I can think of for installing parts I had purchased already for another build that fell through. I almost pulled the trigger on a switchblade (coming from a mach 6) but it is so hard to find a frame.

@pacmandiez 2 года назад

How does this compare to the yeti sb115? Awesome videos!!

@briansmith6255 3 года назад

I'm really starting to wonder about bike weights. I'm in search of a lightish 29er. I had the shop weigh a couple of bikes. Looked at the xt race Pivot Trail 429 (all SLX with an xt derailleur by the way) It was 31.3 pounds with plastic pedals. Next, I looked at the XT Ripley. It was 29.5 pounds with plastic pedals. Those are basically 6 and 7 thousand dollar carbon bikes that are supposed to be light. I don't understand how people are getting 26-pound short-travel 29ers. MTB Yum Yum said that the 3K Ripley AF was 30 lbs. Something doesn't add up.

@OutdoorCO75 3 года назад

I saw a 429 PRO XT/XTR build in large in a shop and it was 28.1 lbs. I think "light" has to be compared to the enduro 29ers that are all weighing in around 32-34 lbs.

@briansmith6255 3 года назад

@@OutdoorCO75 Yeah, 28lbs would be great. 31lbs for the xt race build seemed heavy. I'm starting to wonder if the shop's scale was off. Weight is not a huge concern but given the price/intent of this bike, 31lbs didn't really make sense.

@cantrdr 3 года назад

How come you sold your Ripley to buy a new one, which effectively appears like the same bike again? I ask as I’m curious about the bike trade/market i.e. the economics of it(e.g. how do you sustain flipping bikes and getting a new bike every yr) and the used market values. But buying Ripley to buy a Ripley, colour change? or not willing to take a risk on a different bike model?

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

I spent 2 season on my first Ripley. It had a lot of miles on it and i was ready for a change. In the end, yeah, i got another Ripley only in black this time!!

@tonycurcio7024 3 года назад

I too rode new 429 on South Mountain out of factory in a M. Felt big. What is your inseam /height? I believe you ride a M.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Yeah, I'm 5'8" on a medium

@patseelyasi 3 года назад

What bike did you end up getting? I was set on the Ripley and have it pre-ordered but now I’m torn. Do you have any thoughts on which would be better for a shorter rider (5’5 w/29” legs) who rides in Florida? This will be my first 29er, I currently ride a Mojo 4. Great review, as always.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Ripley. You can't go wrong with it... so so good!! Although, I'm very interested in the new Rocky Mountain Element

@plasm980 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyum wait, what's the difference between the Ripley you sold and the one you bought? Great reviews, btw!

@JT-bj1nx 3 года назад

How would you say it compares to the SB115 and the Revel Ranger?

@larrybuchholz6727 3 года назад

And how’s that Ranger video coming along? 😉

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

pretty different than the sb115. Ranger feels more like the Ripley. Larry, Ranger video is still not sounding very good... so frustrated with it. We'll see when I can get it uploaded. J T, try and remind me to discuss the other bikes in the Live Stream Tuesday evening!

@JT-bj1nx 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyum Awesome! Thanks for the feedback. I’m hoping to be on the livestream.

@larrybuchholz6727 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyum I think I can summarize here. The Ranger is like the Ripley, the Ripley is great so the Ranger must be pretty good!

@joshuamcdonnell122 3 года назад

Ripley for life!!! :)

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

100%

@don6801 3 года назад

PINK BIKE HAS A LARGE NEW IN BOX!!! ONLY ONE I HAVE FOUND IN USA!!!!

@gshick 2 года назад

What is your height/weight?! I’m trying to decide between medium and large. I’m 5’10 and 150 lbs

@rjahn3000 3 года назад

Ripley about 1 k less....hmmm!

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

hummmm... really? I thought for the xt build you're about $400 less is all on the Ripley....

@rjahn3000 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyum I think I was looking at the PRO XT on the Pivot I see now they have a "Race XT model coming soon at nearly the same price as the Ripley....gets confusing on the builds. I was considering the Ripley but now????

@anthonytaxi3100 3 года назад

How would this bike compared to Yeti 150 I’m in between and I like the pivot Firebird I’m confused I like the fox 38 forks

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

The Trail 429 is a short travel trail bike. It is more versatile than the SB150 or Firebird. The fox 38 is for higher speeds and more chunky terrain...

@Garred34 3 года назад

How does it compare to the Transition Spur?

@martynprice87 3 года назад

Is the DW link the best platform in your opinion?

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

That's a loaded question... so many good options. But yeah, DW link is good but remember, Ibis and Pivot are both DW and feel pretty different.... not sure exactly how it all works but they feel different. Both have a lot of support and stay high and I like that. Switch Infinity is also very very good.... VPP on Santa Cruz is incredibly to descend on.... honestly, just so many good options!! Also love the Smooth Link (Horstlink) on the Rocky Mountains..... lots and lots of good options!

@martynprice87 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyum think my next bike will be a DW link but great answer thanks

@alexsinbb 3 года назад

How does it compare to the outgoing 429 V2?

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Let’s talk about this in the live stream Tuesday evening!!

@zxtenn 2 года назад

Better than the 115 in your opinion? XO specs both models nearly the same $$$$$

@mtbyumyum 2 года назад

Really just different. The sb115 is maybe a little more fun but not as stable as the pivot

@zxtenn 2 года назад

@@mtbyumyum Yeti SB115 T-SERIES T2 21 $7,799.99 , they only have 1 left in M, free shipping to NC and no sales tax as the bike is in NY

@feaster8417 3 года назад

@mtbyumyum Your discount code is not working in the carborocket checkout! I was gonna order some but wanted to see if that could be fixed?

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

I just tried it. Use Promo Code: yumyum it worked for me. Let me know if it doesn't work.

@feaster8417 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyum Figured it out, doesn't work if you plan on purchasing a subscription, but works if you're just buying the product once. Thanks.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Ah, ok. Glad you got it sorted out 👍

@MyLaxTV 3 года назад

Hey Y, did you rode 130mm version or 140 fork?

@rhysxj 3 года назад

He mentions around 2:40 it comes with a 130 so I’m assuming that’s the setup he rode

@achillesheels1 3 года назад

You can see in the vid he's riding the Fox 34 and the Fox DPS, so it's not the enduro build (Fox 36, DPX2)

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

This is the non enduro build so, 130mm Fox 34 fit4 damper

@orrphism 3 года назад

Why did you sell your Ripley?

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

rode it for 2 seasons and was ready for a change... in the end, I got another Ripley... video coming soon!

@sexyboi2221 2 года назад

Will this bike get Me a chick?😄

@Scott-mu4xw 3 года назад

Thanks for deleting my comment #unsubscribed.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Scott, I assure you I have never deleted anyone’s comment that wasn’t vulgar or demeaning. Even people who have something difficult or critical for me to hear I have never in the four years I’ve been doing RU-vid deleted someone’s comment. Please re-post it if it was deleted. I’m not sure how that happened. I am the only person with access to this account. I’ve been driving for the last 4 1/2 hours home from St. George and I assure you I did not delete anyone’s comment!

@jmard24 3 года назад

your'e a liar. you are a dw guy. you try to be objective but you always lean towards pivot/ibis. Tp prove my point look at what youv'e owned the past few years

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

I currently own a Rocky Mountain Altitude as well...

@jmard24 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyum I heard you have a dw link tattoo on your lower back

@jmard24 3 года назад

I was only joking man but seriously do you use oval chainrings

@IowaMTB 3 года назад

I'm curious on your thoughts between the 429 and the spur.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Let's discuss in the live steam Tuesday evening!

@IowaMTB 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyum Sounds good!

@colbyblasenak1770 3 года назад

Yumyum great review as always!! Only thing you didn't touch on was they make an enduro version of this bike...they throw a fox 36 and you get 140mm and a dpx2. I would like to see ya get your hands on that one and compare the 2 as I think the enduro edition will hit exactly in what people will be looking for in a do it all bike. Awesome job as always!

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Planning on talking more about this in the live stream Tuesday evening!!

@mikepurnell5645 3 года назад

I’d like to see you review the Evil Following

@pivotcyclesusa 3 года назад

Awesome ride review! Thanks for putting this together. Looking forward to the Q&A on Tuesday!

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

That's where this S#!& gets real!! It's not for everyone lol Thanks for making cool bikes!

@evenstephen2000 3 года назад

Best reviewer out there, by far, and I try and watch most of them! And I love my Pivot 5.5, BTW...

@montechie 2 года назад

His reviews are a big reason I'm riding a Trail 429 Pro now... (which I love btw)

@stevedzurilla2436 3 года назад

It’s a shame that Pivot ruined another potential bike by many do to the unneeded Super Duper Boost.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

I honestly think for most people this is a non issue as they'll only ever have the wheels that come on the bike. That said, being a guy that owns multiple bikes at a time, this was a factor in me picking another Ripley! Will discuss this in greater detail in the live stream Tuesday evening!!

@stevedzurilla2436 3 года назад

@@cisnerosmike I've been on a Ripley now for 15 months and at 190 pounds there's zero rear end flex with standard boost spacing. 120mm bikes are trail bikes and NOT down hill bombers. Now, I do ride down plenty of chunk that are ridden regularly with 150-160mm bikes. I have 2 boost 148 wheels sets, so Super boost doesn't work for me, like many others.

@furion.. 3 года назад

@@stevedzurilla2436 Interesting. At 265lbs I think I do feel a difference.

@joestillwell6789 3 года назад

The 429 looks awesome! Not enough for me to get rid of my Ripley though

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Don't blame ya! The Ripley and T429 are both excellent trail bikes!!!

@jsinnott5952 3 года назад

my lungs hurt just looking at that rocky climb 👊

@zxtenn 3 года назад

He is in EXCELLENT shape, 140 pounds with endless cardio

@MillerMedeiros 3 года назад

I need to stop watching your bike reviews... They make me want to try/buy every single bike you ride! 😅

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Glad you like them! haha I always recommend people get a new bike each season if they can. Life is too short not to try new bikes, new experiences on different rides. Good luck dude!!

@michaelkroleski 3 года назад

Fantastic review as always. I'm glad you said 66 degree is the sweet spot HTA. People are too obsessed with slacker is better. 66-66.5 is such a great HTA for keeping it fast on the ups and down on short travel bikes.

@juandepedro8143 3 года назад

Even on bikes that are longer. I ride my Switchblade in the high (66.5) head angle and it handles very well. It turns in fast and still stable at speed. It’s more stable on the low position, not arguing that but unless you are always over 30mph.. The high position makes the bike so snappy on turn in while still being very stable at the high speeds. If I was ridding park with minutes of 25 mph I would ride it in the low, but for trail ridding the high handles better in my opinion.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Bingo! Thanks for sharing!!

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Yep! Plan on talking more about this in the live stream Tuesday evening!! Not sure why so many bike companies are turning every freaking bike into a enduro ready bike with these too steep sta

@weavershady 3 года назад

I have the 2nd generation. I need to convince myself that I don’t need a new bike lol 😂

@gwenramage8419 3 года назад

Ride and love your bike until you find its limits! ...Or sell your current bike on Pinkbike with the high Covid resale value, and invest in a lighter, more modern whip~

@threeinchesoffury 3 года назад

It's hard not to want a new one. Pivot has stepped it up with the redesigned bikes.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Normally a new generation of bike like this isn't as polarizing.... Think Ripmo V1 to V2.... minimal changes. On this new V3 Trail 429, like the Switchblade, it's a whole new bike. It's unbelievable and well worth the upgrade!! I would list that thing on PB today, Call Chris at Salt Cycles 801-943-8502 and order your new T429 on Tuesday morning when they open at 11 am !!!

@bikeboyrick5932 3 года назад

Jason, nice review!!! I'll keep my Ripley. Super boost and more $$ (full builds starting at: $6,999) deal breaker for me! I wonder if the Ripley went super boost! Hmmm!

@JAFO. 3 года назад

Gonna enjoy watching this in a few minutes, but I won't watch a YumYum video I don't like, therefore I hit the Like button first, then watch the video 😁

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

haha thank you for the support!!

@SlowpokeShred 3 года назад

For the entry price, it better be great. Pivot is like the luxury brand of bikes, lol

@brandoningersoll5034 3 года назад

“Climbs better than a Ripley, descends better than a TB”....& yet he goes out and buys another Ripley. C’mon YY ... what gives?!

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Haha come to the live stream Tuesday night to find out🤓🤘

@pedalfaster2033 3 года назад

As always, great review! Is there a Revel Ranger video coming?

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Yes still working on the edit...

@cayennepeppa707 3 года назад

Wow! I thought you were going all Yeti recently. So........ would ya buy it? You convinced me that it's my next bike after I wear out my Gen 1 Switchblade. Granted, I've got to figure out how to wait a while before I do that, though. The wife would be lookin' at me funny.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Yeah, I would say for most people I see out on the trail, this could be the perfect bike. It's really really good! Talk more about this in the live stream on Tuesday evening!!

@brian_simmons_ 3 года назад

You should really try a Spot Ryve 115. Apparently their climbing ability is insane with the living link.

@nicholashines7686 3 года назад

When I demoed it I thought it was so stiff. It climbed as good as you said. I didn’t think it jumped as well as the Tallboy. I loved the tire spec. I am changing my SB130 tires to the Dissector front and rear. To me that was a stand out on the bike. Fast with near minion traction. It was really fast in the corners but I noticed it got nocked of line on the off camber fast drop in lines. It might be that I have gotten used to riding a little bigger bike because I remember my stumpjumper short travel and my Tallboy would do kind of the same thing. Thanks for the review Yumyum. Oh and I had a Tallboy 2021that was 28.8 lbs....just saying lol

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Thank you for weighing in!! Yeah, for sure more stiff than the Ripley or Spur

@Feger_ 3 года назад

I agree the Dissector 2.4 was the stand out (I also ride an sb130 - 2.5/2.4 DHF/DHR). Will definitely run a dissector in the future. I demoed the 429 enduro so the other standout between that and my 130 was the grip2 up front. Hard to describe, but gobs of traction is a good starting point. Other things I noticed were that the small bump compliance and amount of pedal bob on the 429 were both better than the Yeti, though both are quite good. Yeti feels lighter on its feet on both smooth and rough climbs. Both are about equal (and impressive) in tech climbing situations. 429 felt stiffer overall through fast corners and more like a plow bike over rough stuff than the 130 despite the 10mm less travel on both ends. That being said, no comparison between keeping speed through the rough - Yeti dominated that comparison, as it definitely likes to skip over the top of obstacles whereas the pivot soaks them up deeper into its travel and for me led to losing some momentum. The Yeti handles flat corners better with the correct body position. Coming from a 77* ST angle, the Pivot's 75 was noticeable, but only on very steep climbs. Normal trail riding was actually probably a bit more comfortable on the Pivot. I'm 5'11 160lbs and I definitely felt more stretched out on this bike than my Yeti (both size L). Bottomed out both F/R suspension on this bike, but they seemed to do so in unison, whereas the Yeti blows through the rear much quicker than the front with its 20mm extra travel. Overall both are stellar. People will think you're a dentist on either, so just buy the one that comes in whichever color suits your taste more.

@nami08041988 Год назад

Nice looking bike but poor quality control or poor transport.Rear wheel has major issues right out of the box. ru-vid.comUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L Rear axle is bent! Derailleur is misaligned.Since the rear wheel comes assembled I would have expected better.Assembly instructions poorly written, but that was not unexpected...just annoying.I just had the bike checked at a shop and was told that I should contact the seller about getting a whole rear wheel assembly with cartridge. (The bike shop could not do anything to help me).Not a good experience with this bike, so lesson learned.Added 3 stars for excellent customer serviceUpdate Sept 8 2020Just received a complete replacement wheel for free. Great service and an otherwise fine bike.

@oakleypayne-meyer7534 3 года назад

Thanks for the review! I was wondering how it compared to the spur?! Additionally you have to demo the Following V3! You may be amazed how much more "playful" and "poppy" it is compared to all other 120 29'ers. The V3 doesn't look wildly different on paper but the minor tweaks are quite noticeable in the ride characteristics. Please give it a review if you can! Thanks

@Deanotorious 3 года назад

How's this vs the Transition Spur?

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

We will discuss this in the Live Stream Tuesday evening. Climbs better and descends better. I'd personally pass on the spur for this bike. Spur has a better purchase price... not to be confused with VALUE..... spur is less money but the T429 is far and away the better value in my experience!!

@viclevy 3 года назад

great review! what made you decide on buying the Ripley again?

@eysikal 3 года назад

Did he say he bought a Ripley again?

@juandepedro8143 3 года назад

@@eysikal on Instagram he has been showing it off

@geopietro 3 года назад

@@juandepedro8143 Really? I don't do Instagram. Thank you!!

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

After a few days on the Trail 429, I rode the Ripley again and it's just feels for me, a little softer, the Light Traction Tune on the Ripley is really really nice for a lighter weight rider. I will 100% talk more about this in the live stream Tuesday evening!! See you there!

@ericlehman53 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyumI weight 140-145 lbs. What is the light traction tune, and would that be something I should look at? Thanks!

@jcmymtb1258 3 года назад

Every new bike its my new dream bike!!! Crazy!!!

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

haha

@josephcain5648 3 года назад

Yeah, wondering how it compares to the v2 trail 429? I just ordered the enduro version of the v3 after demoing the v2. My take on the v2was that it was a very playful, natural feeling bike, but was a little sketchy at speed downhill. Hoping this new slacker version addresses it. But whatever, I’m still on a 2010 Fisher hi-fi! 😃

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Check out the live stream.... ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-NphHdV3YOLc.html

@lestergarabito608 3 года назад

Jason Great review as always, awesome bike for sure. Would love to see you test ride a niner Jet 9 RDo one day they’re pretty awesome bikes too.

@robwasnj Год назад

I"m still riding one of the original 429c with the curvy tubes. Having tried many other bikes the thing just fits me wonderfully and is a joy to ride. I have some extra bikes for friends and every time I trade with them and let them ride the Pivot they seem to like it more too. One of the better investments I've made.

@dansburns 3 года назад

Great review, Jason. Superboost or not, this new T429 looks amazing. You can make it beefy with 36 and DPX2 or lighter with 34 and DPS. Hell, you can even run it mullet. This has moved up to the top of my list. You’ve GOT to ride that new Following. I want to hear your take on it.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Thanks. Yeah, i need to get on a Evil Following asap

@dansburns 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyum Pivot could have made the choice so much easier if they offered the T429 in that beautiful green they put on the Switchblade.

@rockresume 3 года назад

Awesome review. Can’t make the live steam unfortunately but was hoping to get your thoughts on how you think the enduro build would compare to the spec you rode?

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Without riding, it’s hard to say. If it were me, I’d likely go w the Switchblade or the standard T429

@bitumen83 3 года назад

Considering that you like geometry on that bike, you should test Trek fuel EX. It has almost same geo just 10mm more travel front and rear. That would be good comparation.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Yeah, I think you're right.... just need to get my hands on a trek!

@codymatthews7070 3 года назад

How does this bike/other short travel 29ers, handle jumps and drops? I feel like this would be the perfect bike for me but I love doing jumps. I currently have a 160/150 bike but feel like I’m overbiked. I live in Bentonville, AR so it’s a lot of short ups and downs with features/jumps peppered throughout the trails that I love to hit. Thanks!

@SpartanStanSteele78 3 года назад

You know, ya' gotta wonder how it would compare in handling with the Mojo4 if you put 27.5" wheels on the 429 Enduro or maybe the Switchblade with 27.5" but us short guys just don't feel right on 29"

@jobytapia6388 3 года назад

*very* curious about your thoughts on the new T429 vs the Switchblade V2

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Thanks for the question. This might warrant an entire video.....

@jobytapia6388 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyum I'm going to replace my v1 429T this year and I've been flip-flopping between the SB v2 and the T429 v3. I ride 3-5 times a week, so I'm leaning to the T429.

@rrobinsx 3 года назад

Geez, making me think about my future purchase of a Revel Rascal...

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

The Rascal is also a goldilocks bike... maybe a little on the heavy side and more capable than the T429 or Tallboy... similar to the Switchblade, maybe fore playful tho

@ChopperChad 3 года назад

Would like to get your take on the 429 Enduro version with the DPX2 and 140 Fox 36.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Likely wont get a chance to ride that bike.... my take is, get a switchblade if you're speed is often over 25 mph or go for the T429. I guess my thoughts could change after a ride but after 3 days on the T429 and over 500 miles on a switchblade, that's my thoughts!!

@mritter28 3 года назад

Damn now I’m torn. I ordered a enduro build the day it came out after owning a V 1 429 trail because I wanted a slightly more capable bike. Never had the chance to ride the V2 Trail 429. Almost ordered a Switchblade but thought this would be the ticket with short travel efficiency and slightly more capability on the downs. Where I live we are are 90-120 days out on any build so I had to go with my gut. Was I wrong and should have ordered the blade?

@ChopperChad 3 года назад

@@mritter28 I think your correct. The 140 fork will slacken out the head angle .5 degree more and, with a touch more travel, and stiffer fork, be more capable on the downs. I rode the Enduro at a factory demo yesterday and I agree with YumYum on how well it pedals. The rep said enduro is about a pound heavier. I’ll probably still go with the standard to save weight. Also put some faster rolling and lighter tires on. But the Enduro was impressive and I think it would a great do it all bike if it fits where you ride.

@mikeyp3694 3 года назад

Weight not withstanding....I'm curious.....how do the slightly slacker Ripley AF and the new 429 compare descending?

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Yeah, I should have mentioned that. Ripley AF is right there on the descent as far as I can remember...

@mikeyp3694 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyum Thanks and as usual, top shelf review all the way around. Keep 'em coming!

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Thank you!

@mcdbones 3 года назад

What shorts are those? I like the length and tapered fit. Do they have hidden zippered thigh pockets?

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Only recently got these shorts. They're made by, DNA Cycling. So far I really really like them. Fit is so good. Better than any other short I've used. Length is good, high crotch and not too baggy. Here's a link... store.dnacycling.com/retail/shop/men-s/new-freeride-baggies-grey

@mtb_8796 3 года назад

I keep watching videos on bikes in this travel range/trail bikes. I have a SB150 at the moment but as my riding has progressed a lot I’m looking for something that’s more well rounded. My SB 150 climbs great but I definitely feel it on long days. Almost as if the bike gets heavier on every lap. Watching this video definitely made me believe I won’t sacrifice much by going down in travel

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Yeah, the sb150 is a lot of bike and if you're happy with the climbing... you'd loose your mind after climbing on a switchblade or even this T429.... a switchblade might be a good options to replace your sb150 and not go down to low in travel depending on your terrain and speed. Good luck!!

@furion.. 3 года назад

Do you have carbon wheels and bars? And I bet you'll really like the added stiffness of a set of eeWings cranks, you'll notice it even if you're only 150lbs.

@joekoool16 3 года назад

Are you going to test the last Propain Hugene bike (2021 version)?

@fatmattsadventures2796 3 года назад

I got to demo one this past weekend & fell in love with it! Out of my budget at the moment, but definitely on the wish list after riding it!

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Great to hear!

@michiganmafiamx5543 3 года назад

I had a MAJOR breakthrough this morning, my wife was asking questions about a new bike hint I dropped, and I played this at the breakfast table (my major win). I wish I could have recorded her commentary 😂😂 “Is this an advertisement??” or “that looks dangerous”..

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

haha!

@bimmerfan729 3 года назад

Sounds like the perfect midwest shredder to me!

@brianleal5966 3 года назад

Oh my, if the ripley only had that reach of that 429! Ibis are you listening! Haha

@peetfj Год назад

I'm flipping the coin this week since I still can't decide between the Ripley and the Trail 429. I guess I will end up going with the best deal I can get! Thanks for the reviews.

@mtbyumyum Год назад

I would for sure call Chris at Salt Cycles... 801-943-8502 he will beat any deal out there on either bike... that said, these two bikes are pretty different. T429 is more stable, better traction and not as zippy as the ripley. ripley feels lighter weight under you while riding, quicker steering and more playful and poppy. T429 also feels a bit more stiff... Good luck!!

@deanopatoni 3 года назад

Dang-it, if Kevin was not in front of you Yum2 on all the those super techy climbs you would have nailed them ALL, LOL!! Seriously, though the climbing you showed in the video was super impressive. Like other comments below I’d be keen to hear your comments at the live stream on how it compares to the Spur. DW-link is always going to win (?). Shorter WB on the 429 vs Spur = 429 more playful (?). Good point about putting lighter tyres and making the 429 lighter if that’s what a rider is after. Great vid. Super Channel. #Kudos. #mtbyumyum

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Thanks for the comment! Yeah, I'll address these and more this evening! See you in the live!

@abrahamchairez6291 3 года назад

This bike is awesome. I can’t decide between Switchblade and 429

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Yeah, both so good! Comes down to speed and terrain in my opinion. Riding style and how much you ride are also factors. Good luck!!

@michaelrichards5188 3 года назад

@@mtbyumyum I'm in the same boat. I love my Switchblade V1. Favorite trail is Zen, but mostly ride BST, around Snowbasin, etc. up here in Weber County. What would you recommend, the new switchblade or new 429?

@janeandraka599 3 года назад

same!

@mprox3431 3 года назад

Just found your channel a couple of weeks ago. Enjoy your reviews. My question is have you or are you going to ride the new evil following? i'm in the market for a new bike waffling between the ibis ripley, the great review of the pivot 429 or the evil following.. Any thoughts?

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

I've not yet ridden the new Following.... in the past, Evil bikes have felt a burlier so it that's your thing, you might try and get a test ride on one. The T429 is a proper trail bike and the Ripley is slightly more XC/Trail

@RobertsonDCCD 3 года назад

Great video, Jason. Perhaps you will dive into this on Tuesday, but not a word so far on the enduro build. I find it interesting that Pivot thinks about riders that want to split the difference between the T429 and the SB, while Ibis makes you choose between the Ripley and Ripmo. I ride at just over 200 lbs, so a bit of extra stiffness and capability out of the suspension parts is always on my mind. I don’t know if you can answer, but is the T429 Enduro just a SB with a little less travel?

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Without riding it I hate to weigh in too much but.... for me, if your speed is often over 25 mph, get the switchblade, if not, get the T429.... that's sort of how I look at it. That said, I have a few buddies who ride the Ripley with a Fox 36 140mm.... and I've recommended that setup to a lot of people here on YT and Instagram. We'll spend plenty of time on this in the Live Stream Tuesday evening!! Thanks for your comment!

@UpHillWill 8 месяцев назад

How did you get so many comments?

@christiancarlson8107 3 года назад

I know you are skeptical about the enduro model of this bike. But I would love to see a side by side ride comparison. Would it just peddle a little slower but give you just a little more control on the decent? Or maybe it’s just like you said “Why” When you can get a Switchblade.🙂.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Yeah... I'm totally open to being wrong about the enduro model.... a back-to-back ride with the Switchblade would be very telling.

@bspan5380 2 года назад

Love your videos. Definitely top 3 in MTB reviews. So I am considering the trail 429 or tallboy. I hear the tall boy’s weight feels more confident on downhills. I am a weekend rider and will do the occasional old man (beginner men’s age 47) race. I’m 6’2 175 lbs. if that matters. I’d love to have your insight. Thanks.

@mtbyumyum 2 года назад

The Tallboy feels amazing on the descents, there's no doubt about that but I think the Trail 429 will give you that extra pep you might want racing and a lighter weight bike... if that matters to you. Honestly, the tallboy 4 always fest more like the switchblade to me.... or even the Ripmo. Just doesn't have that get up and go the Ibis Ripley and Trail 429 has. But I totally get why so many people love the tb4... I see them almost every time I ride.

@Gothenburg85 3 года назад

429 vs Revel Ranger? Thoughts?

@janetkouns7800 3 года назад

Great video!!! really enjoy how you break down the bikes abilities. Cannot wait to receive mine...another 4-5 weeks at least. Going with the XO build, carbon wheels and Pike fork!! Wahoo.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful! Congrats on the new bike!!

@mattmcwhirk7556 2 года назад

How would you compare this to a Revel? I am between a Revel Ranger and possibly a Pivot.

@mtbyumyum 2 года назад

Ranger is more zippy, feels more like a toy compared to this. I have a long term video coming out on this T429 tomorrow....

@trentvlak 3 года назад

I would get so lost on these trails. It's like you have to know where to go!

@ZillaYT 3 года назад

Good shots of you from rear facing camera.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Yeah, that was my buddy Kevin's idea.... thought it was awesome!

@davidlisonbee3211 2 года назад

Just ordered carbo rocket because of your recommendation. Looking forward to adding it to my training and racing.

@mtbyumyum 2 года назад

Nice. Hope you like it! I used it on any of my hard rides on the trainer as well. Good luck!

@kirkland0074 3 года назад

Great now I have to sell my Ibis Ripley and get a Pivot until the next great bike comes out, thanks YumYum

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Haha just keep your Ripley...

@billw_mtb3220 3 года назад

Looks like a near perfect rugged endurance bike. Hey, I use carbo rocket half evil for my long days too. Good stuff.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Grape is my go-to! Yeah, you might need to give this a try and see if it eeks out the TB4???

@chrislacey8295 3 года назад

429 VS Mach 4 from someone coming from a Mach 429 SL?? Love to Climb

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Good question. Would make a fun video!

@needox9546 3 года назад

Wait...CLIMBING? I am outta here. 🤪😂

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

haha

@ryanmb21 3 года назад

Quality review! Best data/info I could find online anywhere! Just got a ripley!

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Awesome, thank you!

@dougjohnson3564 3 года назад

I currently have a 2021 Pivot 429SL. I have neck and other injuries so this bike is torture after a 3 hour ride. Comparing the new 429 trail to the switchblade, is there a huge difference if you were to do a 30 mile XC ride? I guess I'm asking if the Switchblade would be too sluggish? Thank you for your time.

@mtbyumyum 3 года назад

Yeah, I think the SB would be too sluggish for those longer rides... Particularly when the T429 is as good as it is. Got a video coming out tomorrow that should shed some light on the topic!

@dougjohnson3564 3 года назад

Thank you for your detailed comparison of the two bikes. Your videos are very helpful and I will purchase a Trail 429. Used to own a first generation 429 Trail and loved it, till it was stolen. Can you please start marketing T-shirts with "going mach chicken ". I'd buy the first shirt!!!!