got my sensor comp at jenson for closeout price payed $1590 out the door. rode it hard for 5 months. this bike helped me level up. i upgraded to gx groupset magura mt7 pro brake set reserve hd wheel set fox factory dropper 1up pedals been riding big bear bike parks for the last 2 months and man she has been amazing. im dusting foos with my closeout bike lol
These guys are really starting to gel as a panel. I miss the other Mike but these presenters are all so great. Henry is always charming and funny. Dario has great input and (like me) obviously cuts his own hair, Kaz seems like a smart, reserved accountant who can ride 40 mph downhill.
I think it's a cultural thing with PB. Henry is much more Henry now that he is on PB and not GMBN. As a whole though, I love their balance between authenticity, fun, and professionalism.
Wow... This may be the perfect field test cast with the perfect bike selection this year... And in the perfect test location. Don't mind this going forward. No need for field trips or whatever.
I think GT really put the money in this bike where it counts. The frame and the suspension. Everything else can be swapped out after a year or two of riding it hard to higher end components and such. Also, I find it weird that this new sensor rides "high in the travel" because I have a 2019 Sensor and that bike is super plush and an absolute dog to pedal with the same 130mm of travel that the new bike has. I ride more XC->trail stuff and never really go in to too gnarly of terrain where I live so I might give the new one a go!
Love the pinkbike field tests! Glad to see reviews are back. Doesn’t seem like these guys liked the GT very much, “It’s not the worst option” isn’t exactly an endorsement. Also, what happened to Levy? Is he gone?
External last longer because it’s a bigger bearing, therefore less wear. This is assuming same BB, can’t compare a Chris king internal to an Amazon external BB.
@@herringtoncolin I don’t know man, I rounded off like 3 square taper BBs riding in the early 2000s. Ever since I’ve been using splined BBs I’ve never had a failure. I do like threaded BBs vs press fit, maybe that’s what you’re thinking of
Wish GT got a bit braver on their frame color decisions......That said, been on a 2019 Sensor Comp (the weird sand beige green color alum version), and I've essentially replaced EVERYTHING over the years (Rock Shox Revelation 140 w/ torque caps, Rock shox Super Deluxe rear shock, SLX drivetrain, Saint Brakes front and rear, Stock Cranks (175mm and heavily scarred on the ends) w/ new Race Face outboard BSA BB, Spank vibrocore bar/stem combo, ergon grips & saddle, PNW Loam Dropper, and Hunt's EnduroWide wheelset with 2.5 assegai (f)/ 2.3 DHR2 (r), and about 1" of spacers under the stem (GT's have notoriously low stacks). I'd chuck this bike down anything now. I basically bought this bike as a demo/rental for $1500 back in 2019, and it's really transformed how I ride a mountain bike. I've ridden the newer Marzocchi (fox) forks, and don't like them very much, and I'm not a fan of fox shox either - I believe the stock suspension on this bike is really skewing the perception of this bike. Unfortunate, because the basic frame is really a good canvas to make it your own. Lastly, I will say that the pre 2023 aluminum frames were much nicer to look as they had complicated hydroforming and welding....(perhaps GT concentrated on simplifying construction for 23?) If it were me, I'd look to get the higher spec Sensor, and skip the entry level version, if you can. But if you can't, you can turn this goose into a swan.
I wonder how that bike's geometry would feel with a 27.5 on the back. Still with the bike as it is, it is probably fast and efficient in comparison too the other bikes. Maybe a little stiff, but also efficient. On the downhills it would suffer a bit, but with the right line it should be fine. The review makes it sound like you can't just blast through the rough stuff as much. Most newer bikes are focused towards enduro type of geometry, but that bike seems like it fits its focus, a good trail bike.
Levi was such a big part of this channel I cant believe how he has essentially disappeared without even a mention in recent videos. Would be nice for him to have a proper send off.
It's typical for low end. They work fine but need replacement often, especially if ridden frequently. Actually has a warming that it's not for heavy riding. Perhaps this one has been improved?
Not the most positive review. 😢 I have the 2022 GT Sensor carbon Elite. I am satisfied with the bike and the spec. It is easier to upgrade the NX drivetrain and TRP brakes as time goes by than geo or suspension. I was leaning towards the Vitus but it was hard to get here in Sweden last year.
