This MTB Was Worth The Wait! New Sponsor Reveal And Bike Build - It's Fancy!

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After years of unsuccessful attempts to get a MTB brand involved with my channel I'm over the moon to say the wait was well worth it as I've ended up with a legit dream bike!
More details of the bike here:
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I want to give a MASSIVE thanks to Josh and the team at Saddleback and to the folks at Pivot HQ for giving their blessings, I hope I'll do you all proud.
saddleback.co.uk
Other huge thanks of course go out to my other sponsors who all helped make this bike possible...I would love it if you gave them some love with purchases or even simple messages thanking them for trusting in me and my channel.
Light Bicycle Carbon Rims https:bit.ly/lightbi...
Pinnd Components www.pinnd.co.uk
Schwalbe Tyres www.schwalbe.c...
Hayes Brakes hayesbicycle.com
Industry Nine industrynine.com/
Rimpacts Tyre Inserts www.rimpactmtb...
I'll be taking this on the streets and trails soon!
I'd love to know your thoughts!
Thanks for watching!

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@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Lots of comments about the drill! Just to be clear…I’m an idiot but you’ll be pleased to know Unior have sent me a torque wrench so I’ve no excuses going forwards 🎉

@kasparondrej2938 Год назад

I was hoping you will not drop that cassete tool on brand new frame...Oh boy, I need beer 😉

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

@@kasparondrej2938that was always a possibility 😂

@nilz6432 Год назад

Im pretty sure your drill should have a torque setting with a slip clutch which you could have used. I love that you started on the first bolt in impact mode though, pro move.

@sandy_knight Год назад

I wouldn't use a drill that doesn't have a clutch on it. I'd set the clutch to its lowest setting so it stops easily and tighten the last few turns by hand with the torque wrench. AFAIK it's usually sub 5Nm.

@csm101000 Год назад

Don't worry about it, it was probably just a dodgy bolt

@MxCraven Год назад

So, we're gonna see you and Bernard Kerr shredding together soon, hu?

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

That would be sick but he’d soon be dropping me on the DH so I’m not sure how much of him I’d actually get on camera lol

@turboelephant6298 Год назад

I liked the bit where you lubed up the shaft, and slid it in the bottom hole. Congratulations to Pivot, I reckon you'll be an excellent ambassador for them dude! 🤘🤘

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Haha thank you!

@blusoda0021 Год назад

That colour and colour combination is absolutely insane. 😍

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Glad you like it! 😊

@adamday331 Год назад

I'd recommend using carbon paste rather than grease for the seat tube and other carbon parts. Grease causes slip but you want "grip" when clamping on carbon to avoid over tightening!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Ah yes good point! I’ll be sure to get some

@nilz6432 Год назад

I once greased a seatpost and it slipped for the next half year until i washed it out with half a litre of brake clean. I only use carbon assembly paste now, even on aluminium parts, or mount stuff dry.

@huntergibson9359 Год назад

@@nilz6432 I can’t stand the seizing from dry mounting. Carbon paste all the way.

@MrAmorti Год назад

Regular grease is also bad for most plastics (Carbon = Carbon Reinforced Plastic!) as it absorbs into it, and swells the material over time. I've seen big problems regular plastic and rubber parts, no direct experience in carbon though

@Metal-Possum Год назад

Carbon paste is also approved to be used with carbon. Some oils/greases can have a negative effect on many polymers.

@gigakernel 2 месяца назад

Mr. Ali, ur a keeper. I'm delighted we live on the same planet :)

@Ali_Clarkson 2 месяца назад

Aw thank you!

@Dwaynefreeman Год назад

Jesus Ali,please use the torque function! 12:57 It’s the ratchet thingy with numbers on

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

POWERRRRR!!

@maxpainxl125 Год назад

the advantage of being hand some is a very BIG plus... cheers!

@ashleytombs Год назад

Another XXX bike build innuendos cleverly disguised and hilarious Congratulations Ali signing with pivot they are an amazing brand and hopefully sometime in the future riding with Bernard will be on the cards

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thank you! I was a little worried I might’ve gone too far but people seem to be happy so that’s good :) I’d like to ride with Bernard for sure!

@ashleytombs Год назад

@@Ali_Clarkson I said this before I feel sorry for the parents of your younger viewers who don’t know what you’re on about and they ask parents questions lol But it’s a bit of fun For the older viewers I think you overstepped it with the seat post installation that was a bit much other than that epic jokes

@carlstanton2550 Год назад

Im sure the drill issue has been pointed out to you,so im just going to say, that looks clean as hell mate! Very nice looking. I feel you on the xtr excitement though 😂 i remember getting and xtr 7 speed shifter once,infact its still in my old bits box somewhere.i never did end up being able to afford the mech tho which was probably a good thing seeing as how many mechs we used to get through riding trials before they brought out those tensioners! Me and DJ had a cheap favourite in the end,the Sora short cage.every time,the first mod we did was get rid of the tension spring and add a few washers to lock them in place and reduce noise!😂 Well chuffed for you getting the pivot hook up bud!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Yeah I’ve eaten lots of humble pie regarding the drill already haha 😂 An XTR mech on a trials bike was a total baller move, you know it would never last long!

@dctreemtb Год назад

Congratulations Ali! We sell pivots at the shop I work at and they are awesome! Congratulations!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Glad to hear other people like Pivot too :)

@tonymighalls9667 Год назад

Stunning bike Ali, I was racking my brain thinking of who it could be! Congratulations! Look comfortable jibbing on it already! 🤘

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thanks very much!

@philiplong8433 Год назад

Congrats! Sweet ride. Looking forward to the vids!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thanks very much :)

@jaib666 Год назад

i've been missing the bike builds and the cheeky voicovers too!! also loving the cute thief

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Glad you had fun :)

@nikolapaspalj4954 Год назад

Cant tell you how happy I am for you!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Aw thanks man!

@Skyum123 Год назад

Never tried a pivot, but they are some of the nicest looking bikes at the moment, at least in my opinion! Congratulations 🎉

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Agreed! Thanks 😊

@lynxg4641 Год назад

It does look really sweet Ali, and 650B wheels makes perfect sense for the sort of stuff you'll be doing on it. Overall, sweet build, might have gone for the 10-45 cassette instead of the 10-51 to get closer gear ratios for exactly when you're playing around and stuck to XT because, maybe sponsored, but ma does it smart when you destroy and XTR RD - if shifting performance was what you were after, would have been better to get the ZTR shifter paired to the XT RD. One thing though, PLEASE, properly adjust/clock that fork axle, that is not how it is supposed to be clocked, it is not actually fully locked like that, it should be vertical.

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

I didn’t have much choice on the spec, this is a standard build they do (minus my sponsors parts and the wolf tooth bits), I requested the bike came in bits so I could build it. As for the fork…if I had it vertically I think I’d struggle to close it, it’s pretty tight as it is tbf

@lynxg4641 Год назад

@@Ali_Clarkson That's why, if you look on the opposite side/NDS to the lock, you'll see a piece that can be rotated to change how the axle threads in to adjust the clocking of the axle. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-CU35-JZoFwo.html

@mikedwiles Год назад

So happy for you! I have a Pivot Switchblade and it's the best. Looking forward to seeing you give it a go! Mine is setup with 29's. But, I ordered a 27.5 rear wheel to mullet it.

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

The Switchblade looks great too!

@ChrisRidesHisBike Год назад

Much respect for sticking with your decisions and using the power tools a second time in spite of the original failure. I ALWAYS use power tools for rotor bolts. There’s just too many of them to use hand tools!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

It’s certainly become quite the talking point 😂

@ChrisRidesHisBike Год назад

@@Ali_Clarkson i love it! pro-tip: next time use the drill instead of the impact driver, and set the clutch to a really low setting.

@Kevin_Aus Год назад

Finally a manufacturer has a nice, rounded corner for the dropper cable to route around. It gives the lever a much smoother feel. Ebikes specifically are the worst for terrible dropper cable routing.

Год назад

Super beautiful build mate! Stoked for you🙌

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Cheers dude 🎉

@faultlinegravel Год назад

hopefully one of those sponsors send you a torque wrench🤣

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

They must’ve known I’m an idiot as I got one in the post just the other day 😂

@hananas2 Год назад

Little tip: you can use a drill to put in rotor bolts if you use the torque setting on the drill chuck

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

This drill doesn’t have any torque settings 😫

@hananas2 Год назад

@@Ali_Clarkson rip

@TimInertiatic Год назад

That's bloody lovely

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

What about the bike?

@TimInertiatic Год назад

@@Ali_Clarkson what bike?

@walken199 Год назад

Fantastic! We all bin waiting for more MTB trials, can’t wait

@pirate_duck4985 Год назад

What an absolute beauty! Wasnt sure about the Frame Colour/Gum Wall Combo but it really works!!

@trials-style Год назад

Absolutely stoked for you, Ali! A very well deserved upgrade!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

That’s very much!

@mej6519 Год назад

ahh pivot, id expect a few group rides with bernard kerr and the crew in the future, hes just moved to near dyfi too.

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

I’m keen! 7 hour drive though :(

@hugoneale7402 Год назад

Looks so good, congrats on the sponsorship bro❤

@johnbaines4908 Год назад

Build looks amazing. Can't wait to see it tested...

@csm101000 Год назад

Depends what way you put the pipe cutter on! Great bike

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Been so long since I used one I forgot that was a feature!

@maximillianmitchell4380 Год назад

So sick man! Proper jib machine! Stoked to see what you do with it! 👊🏼

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

I’m curious too!

@thebiggerbyte5991 Год назад

A great build with some good humour along the way and a gorgeous bike at the end. What more could we ask for - apart from the Cute Thief, obviously :) Congrats on the sponsorship, too!

@alimantado373 Год назад

Thats definately the original 'Cute Thief' from the old videos.. has to be!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thank you! So this is the Cute Thief MK2…the first one had a pink nose. He was just a local cat who sometimes sneaked into my flat so when I moved out I had to say goodbye to him. Fortunately the higher ups know I need a little tuxedo helper and this guy just turned up one day and decided this was his house now

@TimInertiatic Год назад

@@Ali_Clarkson that's actually quite bizarre 😁

@LongPeter Год назад

Being 6'4", I'm pretty jealous of the 200mm dropper.

@mitchdimo7575 Год назад

Good for you man! Hard work paid off! Enjoy it, Pivot makes a great bike!

@ratatui900 Год назад

Congrats Ali, great bike!!!

@boywonderdive Год назад

Was good to see this hitting the trails in real life recently and hopefully it has recovered from it's upsidedown trip! Nice to meet you and your Clan buddies. Keep up the good work.

@luizcarvalho4245 Год назад

I'm really happy for you man, congrats on the new bike. Not a colour I'd choose but the frame looks insane. Can't wait for some videos with that bike

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thank you!

@Kevin_Aus Год назад

I'm glad that you've allowed others to learn why not to use a drill.

@valeriosiviero1126 Год назад

finally a modern bike, beatiful video

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thank you :)

@mellissanash7517 Год назад

A few brands make a thread pressfit BB that suppose to be better improvement over standard pressfit. Worth looking into it.

@judechandler5102 Год назад

I am extremely picky when it comes to geo and aesthetics for my mtbs, and the downtube not meeting the BB as a straight tube (courtesy of the shock needing somewhere to mount) is the only thing that ruled out Pivot, who were top of my list alongside the YT Izzo (wouldn't work as I don't want a 29er). In the end I'm going the custom frame route. So happy for you though, I know this has been a dream of yours for a long time. Could we see a carbon Pivot trials bike some years in the future? You can take my money now...

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

I used to feel the same but now I find it odd if a bike doesn’t have the bulge 😐

@carcionetj Год назад

the numbers on the drill chuck are for the clutch ali. put the drill in screw mode, twist it to the little picture of the screw, then start with the low numbers and adjust higher until you reach the desired tork setting. so you dont break your screws new time. you helped me build a wheele now im helping you use a cordless drill properly. thanks ali c.

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Sounds too complicated for me 😂

@carcionetj Год назад

@@Ali_Clarkson its not complicated at all, i promise. im sure if you try you will figure it out. that is one sexy ass bike by the way. pivot is a really bad ass sponsor. that company is filled with talented riders. i been following you on youtube for a long time and i really enjoy the content. stoked to see you on pivot.

@NanoDex Год назад

Congrats on your sponsorship! What a looker! BK Sport X Ali Clarkson @ DYFI coming soon!?

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thank you!

@Cal-Mac Год назад

Lovely build Ali, may she serve you well!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thank you!

@texxty Год назад

Amazing build, Ali!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thanks very much :)

@AquaticBaboon Год назад

Whoa! Did not see this coming. I love my DangerCat, can't wait to see what you do with yours

@nitbot Год назад

Sick bike, what a dream actually.

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thank you:)

@jasonsmart4916 Год назад

Nice skillz, cracken bike though sweet build 🤙

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thank you 😊

@nwsurf3696 Год назад

"This excites me" as he extends the dropper post in his hands... 😂 LoL

@dimensionsofearth Год назад

Super nice bike with super nice parts! Nice bar spins and whatever they call the nose manual walking the bike back with both feet on the front wheel! Seems you've been working on some new tricks.

@liambell3480 Год назад

Gotta say these will always be my favourite bike builds on the internet Ali clarkson is a legend 🤣🤘

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Glad to hear it 😂

@YanDoroshenko Год назад

A dude I'd known used to have an XTR rear mech back in the day. Needless to say his coolness factor relative to my age has never been surpassed. Probably never will be.

@matthewvale4545 Год назад

Well done Ali, you're definitely stepping up a gear.

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thank you 😊

@hanangwicaksono7397 Год назад

congratulation on the new bike!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thank you! 🎉

@beerenmusli8220 Год назад

Awesome Video!!!!

@dasanoneia4730 Год назад

Siiick!!!

@barryowen8261 Год назад

Great video Ali love the new bike

@mistacoz Год назад

Beautiful bike Ali! Watching you making a full suss dance at walking pace makes me really really want to see what you could do on an ultra short flatground spec bmx.

@bjunk5838 11 месяцев назад

What size frame and how tall are you? I'm looking at a shadowcat and your comments really align with my style of fun, playful, non 29er bikes. I'm a 5 hour drive from a dealer though. I'm 5' 9 and considering a small, as I find most modern bikes too big and boring... they're fast but it's just not fun. I might be nearing 40 years old but I grew up on bmx. Thank you!

@Ali_Clarkson 11 месяцев назад

We’re very similar then, I’m 5’10 and turn 40 this winter. I run a medium frame and have been getting on really well with it. The wheelbase feels kinda long but after a couple of rides I got totally used to it

@bjunk5838 11 месяцев назад

Thank you so much for replying! I really appreciate it. Your riding is so similar to mine, your feedback really helps. I'll see if I can try out a medium, though a small may still be in the cards (I am unusually light @ ~145lbs).

@CamPaine734 Год назад

just curious why did you go with the fit 4 damper over the more adjustable grip 2 for the fork?

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

I got the bike as a standard spec from Pivot, this is just what the bike came with. I’m used to a completely rigid bike so any half decent suspension feels amazing to me 😂

@2nd3rd1st Год назад

Absolutely porno, Ali!

@whyisdokken Год назад

Did i catcha Look around You reference there?

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

You did!

@whyisdokken Год назад

@@Ali_Clarkson thanks Ali, Thali!

@Metal-Possum Год назад

Shimano's current generation more expensive chains are fine now that they've finally agreed to use a joining link just like their competitors. Their older/cheaper chains with those stupid break-away connecting pins give me every reason to avoid them. If I'm installing one, I throw that pin in the garbage and grab a KMC quick link. My boss fitted a Shimano chain for a customer recently and that damn pin broke at the start line of his race the following weekend... My boss' attitude towards Shimano chains has shifted significantly because of it, and we apologised a lot for the failure even if we weren't responsible for it. I've witnessed some drama with KMC chains too, but there's no way you'd ever get me willingly giving SRAM money. (Not to mention SRAM chains tested as the least efficient of the big brands, which might have something to do with durability.)

@malakiblunt Год назад

Also Pipe cutters wont work on Carbon steerers !! (and proberly not steel either ?)

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Yes valid points!

@ironicstompin4880 Год назад

Nobody does better bike build videos.

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Aw thanks!! 😊

@pympin87 Год назад

just set the chuck of the drill to a lower torque setting

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

I think I need something more powerful next time 😂

@torindist9442 Год назад

I'm sorry, i am very bad in English... The rear wheel size is 27,5 or 29 inches? And congratulations, very technology and great looking bike!!)

@badlarry172 Год назад

is Kerr the boss now ?

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

We’ll have a Jib-off to find out who the boss is 😂

@cliffsangelsphotography Год назад

Congrats to the Cute Theif for the new bike sponsor 👍

@LongPeter Год назад

6:28 but… yes, she did say that?

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

😂

@tonymighalls9667 Год назад

How much does it weigh then Ali?

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

I actually don’t know sorry, I tried looking for my scales but they’re buried in a box in storage :(

@Retlom Год назад

Please fit the front brake line to the back of the fork 😅

@edwinemmerick8946 Год назад

now you just have to ride it down your super hard track

@AntonSinchukov63 Год назад

i miss the good old garage with window....

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

It had character but I honestly loved building this in here with consistent lighting!

@hfffh77 Год назад

Trial on mtb pls

@nathanmast7027 Год назад

All that grease on parts not meant to move and you showed no cutting oil used when tapping the steerer!!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Did you have the video on mute? 😂 I mentioned I used lube 👍🏻

@nathanmast7027 Год назад

@@Ali_Clarkson ah, yes i did. Haha. All in all though, happy you picked up this sponsorship. Keep up the excellent editing video content. The mistakes and odd content make it so relateable! Keep doing you!!

@dickyholmes8376 Год назад

Very sexy, Ali. Bike is nice too.

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

I see what you did there and I approve

@michaeljordan3084 Год назад

Omg use a drill with a clutch, not an impact driver. Painful

@fizzyjoecsgo7154 Год назад

Made me sick to watch you crank up the clamp to the top tube of the frame. Never do that on a carbon frame :)

@leavemealoneyouprick Год назад

why dont pivot make pivotal seats?????

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Missed a trick there 😂

@melwalshmtb9121 Год назад

Ah lad, so stoked for you! Well deserved!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thanks very much!

@felixburman5988 Год назад

Congrats on the new sponsorship Ali. Pivot was the last brand I expected you to partner with but their bikes are so cool and you already look great on it so I'm very excited for you and the upcoming videos to come!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Yeah I think only two people guessed pivot, properly dream bike material!

@felixburman5988 Год назад

@@Ali_Clarkson 100% one of my top few dream bikes. Can't wait to see you shred it!

@adammoffett6935 Год назад

No wayyy good man Ali!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Yes way 😂 thank you🎉

@nathaniel__moore Год назад

Well done Ali, can’t wait to see how it’ll perform in the streets

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thank you, streets will have to happen soon!

@alanblurr1265 Год назад

@@Ali_Clarkson when fitting rotor bolts better using a drill rather than an impact driver, but impact driver is better for removing sticky bolt!

@MonkeyShred Год назад

DUDE! That pink is so good! Well the whole build is on point but that pink. 👌👌 Makes me want to respray my carbon hard tail a tasty pink like that. Damn!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

They nailed it with this colour!

@eartharrow6772 Год назад

Pink is such a good colour choice (imo) it either pairs or contrasts with basically everything

@Dan_Kornfeld Год назад

The new bike looks absolutely brilliant (almost as good as my Nukeproof 😜👍 - kidding!)! Looking forward to the upcoming Pivot content. Keep doing what you do 👍‼️

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thanks very much! I’m sure your bike is lovely too!

@johntselekas4256 Год назад

Only the best ones for you man 🤟🏻…Cheers to an amazing year ahead ✌🏻

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Thanks very much John!

@xyrius Год назад

Congrats Ali! And at 7:09 the blurring was hilarious :D

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Haha glad you found it funny😂

@markpeterson8978 Год назад

Beautiful build Ali and a great segment Sir. I laughed all the way through for multiple reasons. I am stoked to see these vintage projects that the cute thief spoke of. Great job Sir. Well Good! - M

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Glad you had a good time 😊

@mleavitt787 Год назад

Never would have guessed Pivot bikes! Super cool to see you riding for them!

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

They do seem to fly under the radar a bit, shame as they’re a seriously nice brand

@pympin87 Год назад

i'm surprised you got the fit4 damper in the fork and not the grip2

@Ali_Clarkson Год назад

Going to have to admit I’m not that familiar with suspension products, with my usual bikes being rigid any half decent suspension is going to feel pretty awesome to me though I’ll no doubt be pumping these up super hard anyway