Does HALF the PRICE = HALF the GOOD?
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Күн бұрынThe guys at Bikes Online sent over the 2023 Polygon Siskiu T8 for Review and I'll be comparing this mountain bike to my Commencal Meta AM 29. Today I find out if a bike HALF the PRICE is HALF the GOOD... This "do it all" trail bike looks very promising... Let's find out how good this MTB really is!
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Chapters
00:00 Polygon Siskiu T8 vs Commencal Meta
00:38 It needs to these 5 things very well
01:37 Let's get to know each other
02:11 The Climb
04:02 Riding the BEST Single Track
05:31 How about BIG Jumps?
07:19 Final Thoughts
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@dannyv5317 Жыл бұрын
Let's be honest, any of today's majority full suspension mountain bikes are capable enough for almost any trails. It's all up to rider's capabilities & their wallet size.
@fleap817 Жыл бұрын
Depends how big you ride but it is funny seeing people ride local basically flat xcountry on 8k plus bikes lol …. But yeah if you ride big you want to be sure the bike won’t buckle beneath you if you make a mistake.
@user-hn2wq6en5f Жыл бұрын
Exactly! I have this same model t8 but I'd still upgraded the rear suspension, brakes, xt shifter, tires and im happy with it.
@stevendrake477 Жыл бұрын
@@fleap817 yeah we have a local trail that only really has a 50 yard stretch where a good fs would be needed. Other than that you could ride a 120 hard tail with zero worries. That being said after 3 back surgeries, and a knee surgery I may be one of those people on a fs on those trails 😂😂😂
@fleap817 Жыл бұрын
@@stevendrake477 totally understandable 👍🏻
@Speedy2222 Жыл бұрын
Really what is the bottom of the market you would stay away from? I am currently in the market for a full suspension trail bike and As i've found more expensive just tends to lead to better components but the "lower end" isn't bad, just may not have as many features or be as ergonomic because less engineering has gone into the part at that price point.
@3BrothersExtreme Жыл бұрын
This is a great edit! With some epic footage. I really dig your ratio of POV and tripod shots. Super fun to watch and very informative! Keep up the good work brother.
@RadioReprised Жыл бұрын
I have 2500 miles in 7 months on my Polygon...all in the Rocks, no street and it is solid and is the ''bang for the Buck'' Bike.
@donnovicki4104 Жыл бұрын
This is good stuff. We need more side by side comparisons of the different brands and not bikes that are 10k either. I have the 2021 T8 and love it...Enjoy your video style and wish I could ride like that. Knew you'd make that climb. Subbed for ya.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Cheers bro! Happy to have you in the audience! 🤘🏻
@oscarkc8847 9 ай бұрын
i am thinking of buying a 2018 version second hand would you recomend it?
@gershonhopster 10 ай бұрын
I’ll be honest, audible chuckle at “heavy 35lb bike”. I grew up riding a 50lb bmx 🤣
@omahamtb6580 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2022 T7 and I absolutely love it! I wanted to get the T8 but they didn't have any in stock when I had the money. I do not regret getting the cheaper model at all. It has taken everything I've thrown at it with ease. The geometry on this bike is amazing! I have a friend that rides a Stumpjumper Alloy, same size as my bike, every once in a while, we swap bikes for a mile or so. While I would still be happy if I had purchased a Stumpy like I had planned, the T7 is just slightly more playful so I'm glad I made the decision to buy it over the Stumpy. It was cheaper and nearly the same spec parts.
@itrecinque9022 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting!! Great review!
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Cheers! Thanks for watching! And the kind words!🤜🏼🤛🏼
@hmongentertainment2022 9 ай бұрын
Great edit and review!
@TopToBottomMTB 9 ай бұрын
Cheers!🤜🏼🤛🏼
@aaronburela432 Жыл бұрын
Great content very enjoyable viewing experience. Keep it up!
@TopToBottomMTB 11 ай бұрын
Cheers homie!🤜🏼🤛🏼
@SierraSn0w Жыл бұрын
Awesome editing and review skills!
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Thanks Kyle! Cheers!🤜🏼🤛🏼
@elchapoguzman6728 Жыл бұрын
Greetings from Vienna to all brothers and sisters! 🙂 Love your Chanel keep up the great work
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Cheers Chapo! Appreciate the kind words!
@bellarogers7202 Жыл бұрын
Great video. Like the Charcoal over the purple. Bother in law has one, and jumps it at two local bike parks. May will be his 1 yr ownership mark with no issues. BTW, he’s rocking it at 55yrs old. I have the T7, and secretly wishing I got the T8.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Nice! 55 and and still at it!🤘🏻
@caseybechard9562 Жыл бұрын
I love my T8. Just switched to a fox dpx2 elite in the rear. Much better pedaling performance and softer ride. It feels like I added more travel. Reliability has been great for me over the 1.5 years so far.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Nice! Good to hear!
@cataplt Жыл бұрын
I love my T8 and would purchase again in a heartbeat, but I felt like the rear suspension needed a upgrade. I took the rear shock off to measure it and noticed the rear swing arm did not move freely. Four of the six bearings that let the rear suspension pivot were locked up. I know I could have had them warrantied, but they cost 10 dollars on Amazon and took less then a hour to install. WOW!!! back to the day I got it.
@spencerisverycool Жыл бұрын
Very cool! great video!
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Thx Spence!🤘🏻
@timothyadams3431 Жыл бұрын
very nice editing!
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim! Cheers!🤜🏼🤛🏼
@thepedalsadvocate7389 Жыл бұрын
Great video. Nice bike. Love Thornhill. Might be going there today.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Thanks homie! Love that place! Wish I could go with you! Got family stuff to do though… Cheers!🤘🏻
@thepedalsadvocate7389 Жыл бұрын
@@TopToBottomMTB Nice! Checked their website. This bikes look great! For all my friends and fam who say that they "don't need a full suspension modern bike cause they already have a great bike".... No... No you don't. These - 85% the bike for 30% the cost. Great highly capable full suspension for the masses.
@RunBikeMike Жыл бұрын
Great review
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike! That was a fun one to film and edit… Cheers!🤘🏻
@thubb74 Жыл бұрын
I have the 2019 Polygon Siskiu T8 and have just upgraded to a Santa Cruz Bronson... and I totally agree with everything you say. The Polygon is very capable and fun. Anyone who gets one will not be disappointed!
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Cheers! And thanks for echoing the message!🤜🏼🤛🏼
@vitoonto Жыл бұрын
My T8 is just over 31lbs after a few upgrades. Spank 359 hoops with Hope pro4 hubs. Maxxis minion dhf in front and rekon in rear, both 2.6. SLX 4 piston brakes and SLX cranks. Spank spike35 bar and Spank spoon stem. Ergon sm pro saddle and ge1 grips. Crank brothers stamp 1 pedals.
@donnovicki4104 Жыл бұрын
Sounds like some quality upgrades. I highly recommend the Wolf Tooth Headset. Not too expensive and it's like butta........
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Yeah I’m stock pilling a few carbon parts right now for a future upgrade video… can’t wait to pump this guy out!🤘🏻
@trailstokemtb Жыл бұрын
Your content is great. And this video just goes to show that you don’t need to buy the highest tier bike in the segment for it to be capable and reliable. Mountain bikes have come so far that the bottom trim levels can almost compete with top trims of 3-5 years ago.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Truer words were never spoken! Kim blown away by how capable this bike is! Might take a beating during a full park day but for 95% of the trails I ride, it’s perfect!
@edward1591 Жыл бұрын
Agree. Different sector but I bought a 2021 Vitus Rapide FS for UK £ 2,500 and it's absolutely as good as mate's Scott Spark at double the price.
@Justmyopinionlol Жыл бұрын
This is my dream bike. So when i hear entry level and budget bike being throw around you know tje world is messed up.😢
@MrCORPORA Жыл бұрын
excellent explanation good examples very good review, let's see how it is with less weight
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Cheers! I’ll make this into a monster!🤘🏻
@jarrodsimmons5349 Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the video of how you are gonna make that bike lighter. 🚲👍
@RunThatRC Жыл бұрын
The T8 will be my main trail bike for a year in February. I still enjoy the hell out of it.
@Ryland_28 Жыл бұрын
I just started Mountain Biking late last year with no preivous relatable experience (e.g Motorcross, BMX, Road biking etc) and stretched the budget after doing some hefty research on bang-for-buck beginner bikes. So far, I am absolutely loving it, and all the comparison reviews that I've watched since buying it, have left me confident that I made a good choice for my first mountain bike. This ought to get me by for years as I learn the basics and improve my skills. Thankfully I haven't had the pleasure of trying any of the ones that linger in and around the 5 figure price point because I'm fully priced out of that range, but it's a shame that the barrier-to-entry is so high, because it's such a fun activity. My one petty wish is that the all-black version was available from my local retailer, as I'm not the biggest fan of the Purple and black one.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Yeah the new colour way is just👌🏻
@Ryland_28 Жыл бұрын
Yeah, it's not bad, but I'm referring to the all black with 'polygon' in Orange on the underside of the down tube. 👌
@Smegma_pirate 9 ай бұрын
You have a local polygon retailer? They’re an online only bike company
@duey1083 9 ай бұрын
@@Smegma_pirateI bought mine locally from MEC in Canada. Probably just depends on the region you're in.
@mikelafferty5253 Жыл бұрын
Definitely interesteed now, my LBS has these in stock!!
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Oooooohh👀
@mateirusu2825 Жыл бұрын
Love your videos man! One question, how do you attach your gopro to the chinbar of the helmet? I like your pov a lot and I need some tips to make my mount aswell. Cheers!
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
There’s a lot of Etsy shops that make 3D printed mounts for specific full face helmets… just search for yours and order one. I made mine with a chopped up 1/4 camera attachment and zip ties. Should have just ordered one myself… 🤦🏻♂️
@SUPERCOOLZZ Жыл бұрын
These frames are poor quality and heavy. I had a T8 crack at the seat tube weld and it's a common issue. You're also dealing with Indonesians who don't speak English as a first language, know much about bikes and have low standards of customer service - these guys couldn't even provide spec sheets or know what headset cup size the T8 used! Giant make the best quality frames at a low price point and have excellent warranty and after sales service, so that's what I'd recommend to anyone riding a bike reasonably hard. my exp has been as an Australian where bicycles online (the parent of bikes online) sells a lot of volume. Also have a 2020 Commencal Meta AM and 2022 Giant E-Reign. I sold the Siskiu after I got a new frame under warranty.
@davidcrawford9421 Жыл бұрын
Great channel, by way of saying thanks I liked and subscribed. Looking forward to watching you ride the T8 down A-line. I ordered a T8 med/27.5 on black Friday for $2k. I've been riding a Polygon Xtrada large/29er and ordered a med/27.5 for my girlfriend. Riding both myself this last year has helped me determine the frame and wheel size that works best for me. Look forward to your next video. Keep up the good work and thanks again !
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Thanks David! Appreciate your support!🤘🏻
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
What made you chose the 27.5 model?
@davidcrawford9421 Жыл бұрын
@@TopToBottomMTB A tale of two Xtrada's. I rode the large 29er and med 27.5 all year on the same local trails and found the 29er more enjoyable on the fast flowing blues and the nimble 27.5 more on the steeper technical black with rocks and tight switchbacks and jumps along the trail where short chain stays shine and manuals are easier. The suspension is also increased to F150/R140. So I purchased two full suspension bikes on black Friday for the same reason. T8 27.5 and Canyon Neuron 5 29er. Cost T8 $2000 Neuron $1599
@bjmsamrlm Жыл бұрын
@@davidcrawford9421 I'm facing the same dilemma but without an opportunity to try both; at 5'10" 145lbs, the web site recommends a L/29 but I think I'd be happier with a M/27.5. Thoughts?
@kennybicar528 Жыл бұрын
love this episode! could you do a timed trial on both bikes on the same trail?
@djkenny1202 Жыл бұрын
I love my 2022 Orange P7. Comfy Strong Steel. Under 2000 on sale.
@Eric.V. Жыл бұрын
My 170mm travel size Lg weighs 31.6lbs. Trail bikes should be able to climb well, especially mid travel ones. This bike looks pretty solid for $2,500.
@octodadmtbmartyrichards2862 Жыл бұрын
I think 🤔 29 trail bikes are probably the funnest for most situations. And can still do most enduros, river trails, jump lines, bike parks and even xc. But best of all shred trails! 🕺
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Yeah buddy!!!
@harveydodgshun3468 Жыл бұрын
Love from Australia
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Cheers Mate!🤘🏻
@gaffle-411 Жыл бұрын
7:26… I was ALL on board until he said “3 5 P O UN D S”!!!
@carloscampos3684 3 ай бұрын
I have a 2021 stumpjumper alloy in black. Awesome bike but ive been wanting to buy on of these also. But reliability is a concern. My specialized doesnt have as good components as the t8 but i feel its a work horse. It sits at 35lbs as well but im a big guy that makes it work. Can you compare these 2 from experience? Awesome review!!
@EvansMTBSaga Жыл бұрын
Good video! The multiple people in shot reminds me of Jake Carlini
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Evan’s in the house!!!!! Thanks brother! I appreciate the kind words! Means a lot coming from you! Hey I tried messaging you on Insta to get some advice “KZfaq stuff” but you don’t follow me so it didn’t go through. I’d love to connect and run stuff by you once in a while… Cheers!🤘🏻
@sweetalert480 Жыл бұрын
love from Indonesia
@gregsparks Жыл бұрын
Ordered mine yesterday
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Congrats! You’re gonna love it!🤘🏻
@mtbohana Жыл бұрын
Sick bike brother. Bikes online warehouse is like 8 miles from my house.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Where’s the Warehouse?
@ohiorides4836 Жыл бұрын
Love my t8 best bang for buck bike on the market
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
I love it too! Sad I have to give this one back in a few months…
@hectorlmges Жыл бұрын
I would love to see you testing a YT Izzo, 10mm less travel than this and lighter.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Maybe one day… I’d love to work with YT. Really nice bikes!
@jesseonly1327 Жыл бұрын
Sick video as always ! Was that your son running after you @1:43? Lol. Hey man happy new year by the way!! This year is gonna be big for you !!
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
OG Jessy in the house!! Cheers! Same to you and yours! Gonna be a GREAT year if I can get a bunch more Jesses in the audience!🤘🏻
@jesseonly1327 Жыл бұрын
@@TopToBottomMTB what size is the bike?
@ScarLetBZero 10 ай бұрын
Ive rode both before. Both are very capable bikes. The T8 is more of a jack of all trades and master of none. The Meta is more downhill oriented and climbs a bit 'sluggishly' but a really fun bike to steeze in too. I guess its just down to personal preference and budget.
@ryancroy451 11 ай бұрын
Did you make the vid yet on attempting to make it under 30lbs?! New subscriber enjoying the channel man!
@TopToBottomMTB 11 ай бұрын
Glad to have you in the audience! 🍻Made this upgrades video! Didn’t really focus on the weight so much as changes that would make the biggest difference in performance… kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ps6HbNaSzqiZk5s.html
@ryancroy451 11 ай бұрын
@@TopToBottomMTB thanks for the link!
@kazenokami5133 Жыл бұрын
What mudguard are you rocking on the Poly? Looks mad sick imo
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Thanks Kaze! It’s a Mudhugger EVO long.
@timothyadams3431 Жыл бұрын
Can you do a similar test of the Siskiu D7 or D7 SE please? Thanks
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
I’ll ask Polygon…
@bartoszkrawczyk8018 Жыл бұрын
@Top To Bottom MTB. Hey, man. There is another bike on the European market that is very similarly priced and equipped. It's CUBE Stereo One22 Race model no 653200. Could you please compare these two bikes in a few wrods? I find the German one much more visually attractive. What do you think? Thanks.
@Rose_Butterfly98 7 ай бұрын
It climbs? They really fixed the pedal bob issues back from 2017 then. I have a D7 from back then and it does not like climbing, needs full damping to avoid extreme pedal bob. I guess they didn't really have to care back then when they still had the T series was a Collosus, because the Collosus T8 climbs almost as well as the Syncline. I doubt there will be any reliability issues, it's a Polygon, we have jokes about cars getting damaged more than your bike if they hit you while on a Polygon lol.
@baileyelliott1373 Жыл бұрын
At my local trails 60 year old lady’s Cruze up the hill on 10 grand bikes. Who convinced them they need that 😂
@davidolbrys5731 Жыл бұрын
I will agree with you on that is it that it is in amazing bike to jump because I'm only 92 lbs And 11 year olds old
@kingrat738 Жыл бұрын
1:23 430mm HA!? Use to own a Polygon Siskiu N8... I blinged it out w/ better hoops (Spank rims on DT Swiss hubs), Factory 36 fork (@170mm), Marzzochi coil shock, Spank bar & stem, XT/SLX 11 speed drivetrain, Maxxis rubber - Assegai front w/ Aggressor rear. Rattly cables (internally), less then supple rear end (despite the coil) & outdated geo (I even tried it as a Mullet)... Meant I moved on (frame wise at least). In stepped a Banshee Phantom V3 frame, which was almost the same price as the full N8 bike 🤯 Was it a worthwhile upgrade? Dang Skippy it was!! The Banshee Phantom V3 is a much better bike all around. Ymmv 👈
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
That’s sounds like a sick build! I love upgrading bikes and can’t wait to throw some high end parts on this one. Cheers!🤘🏻
@seniordaywalker503 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Does anyone know why Polygon have a reputation for cracked frames? Is this something they have now resolved? I'd imagine if they can survive that kind of treatment, they are pretty reliable!.
@TopToBottomMTB 11 ай бұрын
I’m sure the beginnings for any bike brands has a few issues to remedy… I have 4 of they’re bikes now and ride them hard… no issues anymore👌🏻
@marxellbartolome3161 Жыл бұрын
I have a polygon t7 and its also good for me.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Nice! Have you changed/upgraded anything on it?
@marxellbartolome3161 Жыл бұрын
Groupset was swapped with my 1x12 shimano slx and brakeset quad piston slx front and rear. Disc rotor was also changed to both 203 mm
@jimm244 Жыл бұрын
It’s good to see affordable mtn bikes. 35 lbs is heavy for a trail bike tho. Still, better to be riding a heavy but fun and capable bike than none at all.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Agreed! And like I said in the video… it doesn’t ride heavy. I’m sure carbon hoops, cranks and bars will help lighten it up but that defeats the affordable part.
@michaelmichaelagnew8503 Жыл бұрын
@@TopToBottomMTB Its better to upgrade over time anyways, most bikes when bought new come with lower end parts. When buying a bike new its the frame you really need to be buying. Most of the parts you will probably replace anyways. Well unless you buy a $10k bike, that's an absolute waste of money unless you have more than you know what to do with. Usually a person who knows how to work on their own bike and has an aptitude to be able to replace the parts has a better knowledge on what's the best bike for the best trail. Allot of people would be better off buying a hardtail than a full suspension starting out.
@justingrubbs4622 Жыл бұрын
Doing a disservice to commencal comparing the T8 to meta am. You could get a more similar meta tr for the same price point as the T8.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
No chance of getting a Commencal meta tr with Fox suspension for 2k.🥵
@sergiustancu561 10 ай бұрын
Why ? What exactly makes the t8 better to climb than the canyon neuron 6?
@mudkayak6305 Жыл бұрын
Wish they updated HTA geo to 64.5 or 65 even, Yeah it's only .5 degree from 65.5 to 65 but I still want it. Also, T8/T7 have a well earned reputation for cracking frames at seat tube top tube intersect. No real word from mfg if thats been addressed with new production runs. All info is "fluff" without meaingful detail on stuff like that. Anyways, I was very serious looking at this as my next bike but have decided to go elsewhere. I do hope the brand becomes a stronger player and their bikes continue improving while maitain reasonable pricing.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Headtube angle is easily slackened with a slightly longer fork or an adjustable head angle headset… What bike did you end up going with?
@mudkayak6305 Жыл бұрын
@@TopToBottomMTB Specialized 2022 Stumpjumper Evo Aluminum Comp. $3,300 total including tax and shipping
@thepedalsadvocate7389 Жыл бұрын
This is Thornhill? THIS IS THORNHILL!!! 😍🤣
@ripp3rjak934 Жыл бұрын
Is 7005 aluminum reliable enough for a downhill biking?
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
I’m no engineer… just a regular Ben who likes to ride bikes and make videos… sorry.
@mattwilson8564 Жыл бұрын
“Technical climb trail”…come on dude that was a flow trail with one root/rock. 😂
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
🤣 little GoPro effect there…😉
@enriquehernandez155 Жыл бұрын
Polygon siskiu t 8 looks good plays nice., great ride!
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
“Plays nice” love it! Definitely agree on that! Great bike for the $
@epi_adikt Жыл бұрын
Could you put it up against a Propaine Tyee?
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
I’d love to work with Propane one day… super sick looking bikes!
@johnlinvill8819 Жыл бұрын
My area FB Marketplace had 3 new Polygons on it last I checked. So lots of people are buying them or getting rid of them or both.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
The used market is saturated period with ALL types of bikes… not just Polygons. So many bought bikes to ride during Covid as there was nothing else to do and have now gone back to the gyms and regular Pre-Covid activities… if you want a deal on a lightly used bike, now is the strike!
@Ka3ambA Жыл бұрын
Hey, can you help me with choice.... I can buy 2 used bikes in same price.. 1.Polygon Siskiu t8 27,5 150/140 2.Canyon Spectral AL6 2020 27,5 160/150 Which one will be better trail / enduro and some jumpy style riding? Canyon have better suspension barkes and rims I Can also change fork and brakes in polygon for parts from Canyon Any ideas?
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
I’d go Siskiu all the way… love mine!
@Ka3ambA Жыл бұрын
Im thinking about coil but its heavy... Maybe just fox dpx2
@sergiustancu561 Жыл бұрын
Can I the NEW 2023 SRAM Eagle AXS Wireless Transmission be mounted on the polygon t8?
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Not sure… I’ll look into it and get back to you if I find out.
@sergiustancu561 Жыл бұрын
@@TopToBottomMTB ok
@Pault17 Жыл бұрын
I loved my t8 ……..but two cracked frames, 1 failed hub and 2 failed rims in 2 1/2 years tell me where they are cutting costs. It’s a great bike for occasional rides but if you’re like me and riding more than 60miles/100km a week you need a better bike. It’s just not strong enough. I’m going back to a hardtail. Commencal Meta HT AM
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing the insight!🤜🏼🤛🏼
@sergiustancu561 Жыл бұрын
This bike is my............ dream !
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
It’s soooo good! And great value!
@sergiustancu561 Жыл бұрын
Polygon t8 or Merida one forty 500 ?
@Eddy11391 11 ай бұрын
When Will this be in stock
@TopToBottomMTB 11 ай бұрын
You in the US or AUS?
@vockrodtmusicproduction Жыл бұрын
Do you think the T8 would survive a few yearly park trips?
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Oh yeah! No problem!
@AdventureRich Жыл бұрын
I'd love for you to compare the feel of that Polygon to the Vitus Mythique AMP. Super similar in pricing and spec! The Loam Ranger guys loved it, I wonder if you would too!
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
If I can get my hands on one for sure!
@sergiustancu561 Жыл бұрын
Polygon t8 or Merida one forty 500 ?
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
T8 all the way! Better FOX suspension!
@duey1083 11 ай бұрын
I just purchased this bike from a local distributor for $1740 USD out the door. It looks like youre riding a medium frame in this video. Do you mind me asking your height? Mediums were all they had left and I'm 5'9" which is top of the scale for this frame size. Do you think it will be okay for me? I'm in between sizes as they say...
@TopToBottomMTB 11 ай бұрын
I’m 5’9”
@TopToBottomMTB 11 ай бұрын
I ride a medium👌🏻
@duey1083 11 ай бұрын
@@TopToBottomMTB That's awesome! Thank you for the quick response. I'm a complete beginner and looking forward to getting started at the young age of 37, lol. I loved riding cross country when I was young and currently do some road biking as well.
@user-vr4uo5iz8y 7 ай бұрын
Wheel size 27.5 or 29?
@TopToBottomMTB 7 ай бұрын
I ride the 29” but in size small and medium, you can also get the bike in 27.5”
@323johnnybravo Жыл бұрын
Iv found the parts on cheaper bikes just wear out faster. Cheap dropper doesn’t last , wheels break , bend easier. Cheep cassette heavier and wears faster. Cheep shocks blow. But the more expensive bike isn’t making you better really.
@TheNik604 Жыл бұрын
No way, most of expensive bikes are hugely over priced . First and for most : it depends of will, skills and physical shape and determination.
@sergiustancu561 Жыл бұрын
Polygon T8 or Canyon Neuron 6 Al 2023 ?
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Both great bikes! Canyon is a tiny bit more on the XC side but looks like an awesome all-rounder! And I can’t say enough about my Siskiu T8… such a fun bike! Rides well above its price range and is super capable anywhere I’ve taken it! 🤘🏻
@sergiustancu561 10 ай бұрын
To go down, I have to go up first. Which of the two mtb is more capable on climbs?@@TopToBottomMTB
@sergiustancu561 10 ай бұрын
ok@@TopToBottomMTB
@TopToBottomMTB 10 ай бұрын
@@sergiustancu561 definitely the Siskiu T8! Such a better climber!
@sergiustancu561 10 ай бұрын
@@TopToBottomMTB Why ? What exactly makes the t8 better to climb ?
@PesLaguilles Жыл бұрын
Interested on how you make this bike lighter..
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Tubeless, carbon wheels, carbon bars, lighter drivetrain components… tons of places to shave off some weight.
@ifir_yt Жыл бұрын
Polygon T8 size?
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
I’m 5’9” and ride a medium… 👌🏻
@John-sn4hl 11 ай бұрын
How old are you? I just turned 35 this year and feel like my stamina is so bad now I can hardly enjoy mtb anymore 😢
@TopToBottomMTB 11 ай бұрын
39
@Momanic24 Жыл бұрын
Are you riding in canada
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Yep! I’m near Vancouver.
@elqandionzeqlair Жыл бұрын
Of course good
@trailpimp6369 6 ай бұрын
Polygon rules
@letour32rr Жыл бұрын
Really wish I’d gone with a T8 instead of the D6 that I bought. Needing that additional travel. Hindsight is 20/20 I guess.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
A good bike will help you grow your skills… D6 did the job, now time to get serious!💪🏻
@vockrodtmusicproduction Жыл бұрын
T8 is 2k rn. I would buy it while you can
@sophisticatedphilistine Жыл бұрын
Okay, what is the subliminal messaging in that composite shot at the beginning?
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
What do you mean? You lost me.
@sophisticatedphilistine Жыл бұрын
3 of the same dude come out, one by one. One talks, then stops talking and just stands there. The other one does the same, then the third one... What is this illuminati shit?
@andrewdenny5571 Жыл бұрын
I have a Polygon T7 with a Rockshox Gold 35 fork and I run out of talent, or kahunas, long before it runs out of capability
@darrenwilliams6827 Жыл бұрын
Polygon are OK but not a patch on commi's
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Both great bikes…
@endurogod5230 Жыл бұрын
Meta gang woot woot
@wah7788 Жыл бұрын
Your height and the size of your bike?
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
5’9” and it’s a medium 👌🏻
@wah7788 Жыл бұрын
@@TopToBottomMTB thanks
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
How tall are you?
@wah7788 Жыл бұрын
@@TopToBottomMTB 5' 11". Not sure M or L is suitable for me, L seems larger suitable for 6' and above
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Id go large… the med is on the small side for me…
@UnimpressedAussie Жыл бұрын
You got offered to keep this bike free or really cheap in exchange for a favourable review... of course you reviewed it favourably lol
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Nope! Everything is the honest truth… I’m hopping to build a reputation as an honest regular joe that loves to ride bikes. If it’s not hitting the mark I’ll definitely be telling you guys… The only thing I would change on the bike is the weight, as stated in the video. The geo, suspension, brakes, and drivetrain all feel really good! Not the BEST components out there but for $2600… 👌🏻
@Dempsey222 Жыл бұрын
That bike kind of looks like a YT Jeffsy. I have rode that bike and a Commencal Meta TR and the Meta TR rides much better than that bike. Ride them back to back and you will see.
@benjy288 Жыл бұрын
No, for most people a middle of the road mountain bike is more than enough, spending more won't make you go any faster
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Very true!
@SkiRidesMTB Жыл бұрын
How generous of them allowing you to buy a bike from them lmao
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
At a discount… it’s our first time working together… I’m just happy they’re giving me a chance to make content with them! Cheers!🤘🏻
@brukkakefriedshrimp Жыл бұрын
Bike is all fine and dandy until the top tube gets the "Polygon crack" that they all eventually get and warranty ignores you completely. I'll pass on the elephant heavy of a Polygon trail bike.
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
It really doesn’t ride heavy… Did you crack a polygon frame? What frame was it?
@jimjohanson8152 Жыл бұрын
@@TopToBottomMTBThe T series tends to crack where the head tube and seat tube meet. I’ve been riding one hard (enduro racing and casing jumps) for about a year now and haven’t had a problem. If it cracks they’ll send you an updated frame
@mrupholsteryman Жыл бұрын
I test drove a used T7 and there were a few upgrades to it...but every time I tried bunnyhopping it seemed to not stay straight in the air. Like it dogwalked like a car with some frame damage. I ended up walking away from that purchase and wished him well on the sell...but coming from an early 90's Specialized Rockhopper 26". These newer bikes seem so much heavier and less flingable. I presently have a Walgoose Ledge X1 that I am gonna try upgrading as I go. I'm a weight weenie on a budget and figured if I can get the Walgoose (Wal-Mart Mongoose) to be as good a ride for a total of under $1,500.00. Then I did okay. Got to get some hydraulic brakes for this beast and I wanna upgrade everything but the frame...as with the reviews I've seen...the bike is worth the price...but for anything more than leisure sidewalk rail trail type of environment....this thing is a liability to the rider.... I look forward to see the upgrades for the bike you got and depending on my funds...and priority....cuz bills etc... I may follow your lead on what to buy. Thanks for the vid!
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Cheers! Thanks for the support!🤘🏻
@sergiustancu561 Жыл бұрын
super bike
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Thanks ✌️
@williammehling3135 Жыл бұрын
lol my $800 marin hardtail can do all that
@davidgrothen3943 Жыл бұрын
Comparing old bike geo to current model year
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
True! The Meta is a 2019… But on paper, they have the exact same geo…
@JIBBING_1980S Жыл бұрын
expensive bike + beginner rider = riding skill vs half price bike + amateur rider
@trailride814 Жыл бұрын
Hmmmmmm
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
🤔
@_stoatchaser Жыл бұрын
Who on earth spends 5 grand on a push iron. You need your head lumps feeling
@TopToBottomMTB Жыл бұрын
Someone who loves bikes… Have you ever invested a decent amount on your well-being, health, enjoyment… 5K is a small price to pay for all that if you ask me. Plus I get to sell the bike and recoup most of that back. To roll into a new steed in a few years…
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