Agreed, freehub is basically the only review channel i actually watch because the reviewer actually shreds and puts the bike through its paces. Not to say the other review channel riders arent as good, but at least with freehub you can actually see the whole process of his ride and understand why he likes or doesnt like something.
100% agree, freehub is probably my favorite too. I do enjoy beta because of the amount of bikes they get in though.
Main thing with beta for me is they seem to look at each bike from a similar point of view, kinda not remembering that people buy certain bikes with specific geometry to ride a type of way. Not everyone just want to chase up and down KOM's! But thats not always, just something ive noticed on some of their review videos.
I also want to hear the opinion of the young curly haired dude they always show actually riding the bikes, that kid shredsssss.
If anyone with a new Insurgent is thinking they might want the full Wrecker 29er, let me know. I'm wanting to try out the MX version, but don't really want to go through the hassle of selling mine and buying an Insurgent. Looking to trade frame only, medium, good condition. Mine has roughly 1.5K on it, bearings are smooth, frame wrapped in Invisiframe so it looks fresh. Happy to send details and pics if interested.
If anyone with a new Insurgent is thinking they might want the full Wrecker 29er, let me know. I'm wanting to try out the MX version, but don't really want to go through the hassle of selling mine and buying an Insurgent. Looking to trade frame only, medium, good condition. Mine has roughly 1.5K on it, bearings are smooth, frame wrapped in Invisiframe so it looks fresh. Happy to send details and pics if interested.
Just throw a 27.5 on the back and run it in the low position, thats what i did and it rides great. Way cheaper and less hassle than swapping frames.
If anyone with a new Insurgent is thinking they might want the full Wrecker 29er, let me know. I'm wanting to try out the MX version, but don't really want to go through the hassle of selling mine and buying an Insurgent. Looking to trade frame only, medium, good condition. Mine has roughly 1.5K on it, bearings are smooth, frame wrapped in Invisiframe so it looks fresh. Happy to send details and pics if interested.
Just throw a 27.5 on the back and run it in the low position, thats what i did and it rides great. Way cheaper and less hassle than swapping frames.
I'm avoiding that due to the super low BB and slack ST. Side note: I contacted Evil about purchasing a rear triangle and linkage, but they said they do not sell them separately. Bummer.
If anyone with a new Insurgent is thinking they might want the full Wrecker 29er, let me know. I'm wanting to try out the MX version, but don't really want to go through the hassle of selling mine and buying an Insurgent. Looking to trade frame only, medium, good condition. Mine has roughly 1.5K on it, bearings are smooth, frame wrapped in Invisiframe so it looks fresh. Happy to send details and pics if interested.
Just throw a 27.5 on the back and run it in the low position, thats what i did and it rides great. Way cheaper and less hassle than swapping frames.
I'm avoiding that due to the super low BB and slack ST. Side note: I contacted Evil about purchasing a rear triangle and linkage, but they said they do not sell them separately. Bummer.
The BB height is the same as a lot of modern enduro bikes, mine measures at 340mm in the Low position. Haven't tested out X-Low, but look at bikes like the transition patrol which has a BB height of 340mm and 333mm. Ive not had issues with pedal strikes or chain ring hitting so far. Just trying to give some insight on the option of swapping wheels as its really difficult to find bikes right now, especially evils!
I really appreciate the insight. Using an online calc I got 330, which is low for the mountain west. But 340, that's doable. I have a wheel ready to go, so I might just throw it on and see what it's like. What size rear tire did you go with? I have a DHRII 2.5, but wondering if I should try out a slightly larger 2.6, like the WTB Vigi.
I really appreciate the insight. Using an online calc I got 330, which is low for the mountain west. But 340, that's doable. I have a wheel ready to go, so I might just throw it on and see what it's like. What size rear tire did you go with? I have a DHRII 2.5, but wondering if I should try out a slightly larger 2.6, like the WTB Vigi.
All good man! I can do an exact measurement tomorrow but 340mm is with about a ~2mm tolerance for smooth ground.
Im running a 2.5 assegai. I threw on one of my spare wheels off my DH bike cause it was superboost spacing before i committed to getting a wheel built up, all it took was 1 lap and i knew it was how i wanted the bike to feel. I ride a lot of janky northshore stuff (flow and jumps is what i prefer most) and i still havent had any issues with smashing BB yet.
Sizing. My local LBS has a L Offering coming next week I’m 5’10.5 which just puts me in the L according to Evils sizing chart. With its really long reach I’m nervous it will be to big. Thoughts?
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