A day on the trails is better than a day at work right? Even with mechanical issues? I think so, I had a great time still. Did a bit of unwanted hiking, but it was like, a really really long pre-ride.
Dang bro that sucks. I had a similar issue when I slammed my shoulder on a tree going on an uphill on lord of the flies at Carter road. Dumped my bike In the water and jacked up my derailer. Had to cut my ride short because my bike wasn’t shifting at all. Cool vid!
It's awesome for the price, would I buy it again now... At the time it was the only full squish for under $2k and a huge step up from my Diamondback Atroz from 2013. It takes a beating though.