Marin San Quentin 2 - Review 2022

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A review of my 2021/2022 Marin San Quentin 2. I have been riding this bike for a few months now on a variety of terrain and want to share some of what the experience has been like.
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I started riding in 2007 on a Giant STP that replaced my Huffy. I put down the bike in 2009, and bought a Giant Stance in 2017 which I rode for around 7 months before it too took a backseat to life. I sold the Stance in May to fund it's replacement, the Marin San Quentin 2.
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00:00 intro
0:22 my shortlist
0:58 geometry and some specs
1:10 riding impressions
3:59 modifications
5:20 verdict
6:25 recommendations
7:52 drawbacks and final thoughts
8:48 outro
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Recommendations:
Hardtail reviews of high quality
/ hardtailparty
Compare bike specs, geometry, and pricing estimates
www.99spokes.com
My riding jersey from a new, local business in NSW Australia
www.crofto.com.au
Mtb parts and upgrades sourced from
www.mtbdirect.com.au
My Instagram
idiot.on.bike
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Modified to suit my needs or replace what I've broken thanks mostly to @mtbdirect :
- Bontrager XR4, 27.5x2.6
- Shimano SLX rotors, 203/180mm
- Rockshox mudguard
- Spank Spike bars 800m/50mm
- ODI SDG grips
- Dyedbro Viking frame protection
- FUNN Zippa bash guard
- OneUp composite pedals
- Bontrager Arvada saddle
- DaBomb UFO rear hub
- Tannus insert in the rear
- Fidlock bottle and latch
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All other specs you can find at @bicyclesonline.com.au
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What is my favourite upgrade? My @caribee_australia hydropack 100%. Crash landed on it, didn't split, and can ride souch further with water on board 👌👌

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@kyleblake6971 2 жыл бұрын

This is what reviews should be! Educational, fun, critical, comparative, decent length, interesting. We the people want more reviews.. give the people what they want Nanl 😊

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

This is what comments should be! Make me feel like it was worth sharing and wasting all that time filming 😅😅 Thanks Kyle, I'll see what I can whip up!!

@kristinwhite2431 2 жыл бұрын

46-year-old mom here who is just now getting into mountain biking thanks to my 12-year-old kid. This review, along with the other YT reviews of the SQ2, helped convince me that this bike was absolutely NOT what I needed for my 1st beginner bike but that I also absolutely MUST buy it! I rode my second trail yesterday, and your review is spot on. My front tire popped up on an incline because I'm not getting enough weight over the front, and I had to laugh because it was just like your video. And thanks to your video, I wasn't caught off guard by it and so was able to handle it well when it happened. Thank you! The stock tires are, indeed, heavy and slow. I'm looking forward to upgrading those when these wear out (I'm cheap). One thing I heard in all the reviews is that this bike is fun, and I definitely agree with that. Even though I'm still riding in slow chicken-mode, I'm having a blast on this thing whenever we head downhill! Thanks for inspiring this lil' ol' lady to buy this bike!!!

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

What a great story 😊 I’m glad this review came in handy for you!! I sold my original tyres for $60 with no negotiation, so the changeover was $100 still for these tyres but that can be an option too if you were interested ;) happy riding!

@Robwhat Жыл бұрын

Great review! The Bontrager pronunciations had me dying 😂

@noelbrown6771 Жыл бұрын

Back in the 90s we ran 100mm +/- stems and bar-ends to get our weight far over the front for steep climbs. Especially out of the saddle climbing. It won't work well with today's wide bars so narrow bars are a must. Narrower bars will help give back most, if not all of the upright riding position lost due to a longer stem. I've done this to my Marin Rift Zone. Now there's no problem climbing seated or standing. I love climbing. It's cool you do as well 😎

@downtoridemtb 2 жыл бұрын

Best review I’ve seen in a long time!

@jankie55 2 жыл бұрын

i'm considering this bike and couldn't stop watching your review, i looked at your sub count and couldn't believe it wasn't at least in the 10's of thousands. Great review

@apophispnw5717 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah crazy. Good quality video. I subbed

@andrewm190E 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the honest review and a few good pointers. Cheers fella🍻

@Mr.Falcon541 Жыл бұрын

I got sq2 special edition. Bought it half price .800 euros and changed schwalbe ice spiker pro 2,6" tyres and now it is a great winter bike living in Finland.

@davidzeledon61 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great review!!! Wicked commentary. Had no choice but to subscribe.

@trevornugent9680 2 жыл бұрын

This is gold mate!

@mattlyone3147 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice review. I have a 2021 SQ3 and love it .

@walterwhite751 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for being fun and helpful

@danieldeponte2631 2 жыл бұрын

loved this bro. love the genuine simple style... but you did put effort into capturing footage and editing it nice and smooth. Also you do shred! xD nice one dude. Thank you!

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!! Yeah, 3rd person filming is a slow endeavour but I enjoy watching it over POV so worth it I think, thanks for noticing :)

@81griffin 2 жыл бұрын

great review mate

@gartxotatorrasagastimartik9552 2 жыл бұрын

I got the same san quentin two of the same year, its a machine, hardcore hardtails are so much fun, great review🤘🏻

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah it's a ripping bike, has turned out to be nearly ideal for some of the gravel adventure stuff I've done too! Efficient on the way up, but stable when coming flying back down 👌 but it's a beast in the trails too ;)

@jensenhawes4170 2 жыл бұрын

funniest reviewing video i've ever seen and i'm not mad about it, keep it up mate. Going to get this bike in april (2022) already exited for it

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Ah man you say many nice things ❣️❣️ I'm excited for you!! Enjoy getting out there :)

@simdencard 2 жыл бұрын

I have a Grey & Black 2022 San Quentin 1 on order to Arrive in April (2022) next month. I can't wait also, which is why I'm here on KZfaq looking for reviews etc on the bike. Lol

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

@@simdencard how is the bike going for you? Feel free to add anything or disagree so others can be sure to know what the story is with this bike :)

@sloan4321 2 жыл бұрын

And that's how you do a review. Damn good fun.

@IsraelMagalit 2 жыл бұрын

Great review

@raffiecolet862 Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 This is the best thing I’ve seen and heard in a long time. I’ve got to check out your other vids… I’m still laughing and sincerely appreciate your straight forward and honest opinion on this bike. I may just get one because I’ll remember this video whenever I see it and and crack a smile every time!

@idiotonbike Жыл бұрын

I'm glad you enjoyed it! I currently don't have much content on the channel but I will be uploading again! It's been nearly a year and I haven't had great opportunity to record but I will by the end of the year and plan to have a new video or so if you want to stick around :)

@raffiecolet862 Жыл бұрын

I got mine last week! Your insights matched up with my experience. The tires are slow! Hardtail Party knows his sh#t… I ordered a set of carbon bars with more rise, a bash guard, and a new kit… pads, helmet, etc. I plan on changing the tires to something faster rolling in the spring (and maybe another wheelset to go with them…) Overall I’m happy and I think it’s a great value! Oh and I still laugh whenever I ride it because of this video… teach me how to ride this thing! I’m old and can’t wheelie or manual to save my life! I gotta get that down before I crash the bigger rides here in California! 😂

@Mill72 2 жыл бұрын

LOL best review I’ve seen in a while.

@roytherhodesian4029 2 жыл бұрын

Fairdinkum farkin funny review mate , love ya work , like the power fish of the mountain bike world 😀

@CarlosMartinez-pd5jq 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and review 😂👍🏻

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Carlos!! Glad you enjoyed it ☺️

@yengsabio5315 2 жыл бұрын

This video solidifies my intent to pursue Marin San Quentin 3! Lots'a love, cheers, & Mabuhay, from tropical Philippines! #KeepBiking

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad it could be of help in one way or another :) enjoy!

@WandersInc 2 жыл бұрын

Nice review mate - like you said, having fun is all that matters. Hardtails are super fun to ride eh! 🤙🏾

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

That's right!! Tried to make that point that riding this bike is fun in the same way that riding another bike is fun. Provided you're on the pedals it's a good time!! The hardtail definitely shines in a lot of places and is suiting me very well 😊

@FromPolandWithROAAAAR 2 жыл бұрын

nice review man and those uphills were funny as hell to watch :D got dartmoor primal with 150mm travel and it's still going up as wild :D

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it 😅 ah man that sounds a beast, bikes are fun aren't they!?

@paulmca9731 Жыл бұрын

Top vid cheers

@peterhaworth6859 Жыл бұрын

Great review.. wish you could review more hardtails dude👌

@MagneticMTB 2 жыл бұрын

Way great review video man! I watched it just for the entertainment value.

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you enjoyed it!! :)

@MagneticMTB 2 жыл бұрын

@@idiotonbike you inspired me to try to do a review on my new hardtail.

@rangi0072 2 жыл бұрын

Lol good job man! this review is really good... funny as!!

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Haha, I'm glad you liked it :)

@EddyOtway 2 жыл бұрын

Love this review 👍🏻 I picked up a 3 second hand hardly used when there was none available, I love it but I’m glad it was half the price of new because there’s no way I’d justify paying full retail, fuggin ridiculous!

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the nice comment!! Yeah there is a huge jump between the two models, obviously it does reflect in the spec that it comes with but it's just a lot of money!! Congrats on getting one used, very fortunate!!

@suzannekoneful460 Жыл бұрын

Let's get a drink, thank you - just reminded me I wanted a vitus first!

@GI-AUS 2 жыл бұрын

mate, I also ride in my FXD, best bike shorts! don't tell I am wearing one of those cycling padded shorts under them :) and now I am looking at the Ragley Marley 2.0 Hardtail Bike, thanks for spending my money!

@jaigennat4120 Жыл бұрын

Nice review... im 46 and haven't ridden for 25 yrs... I just got a marin bobcat trail 5... a few mods including a dropper post and 38mm rise bars. I would like to try higher rise but I'm concerned about the climbing. Thanks again

@idiotonbike Жыл бұрын

Definitely a notable lightness up front from the riser bar, would be interesting to try it back with a lower rise to really see the difference with climbing and comfort. Enjoy riding welcome back! :)

@AleksCoreBY Жыл бұрын

I am riding it for a two years already and still had not a single puncture which is amazing

@thescandiflick 2 жыл бұрын

Great Honest Review Ordered a Marin SQ3 2022 two days ago I was in between the Mmmbop frame build and Marin SQ3 and was able to get a good discount on the Sq3 . Started out on a 2012 Giant Talon 26er 9speed and had tons of fun without having a dropper and fancy components. I can imagine the SQ3 will be mega fun and a huge upgrade for me. I also agree that all this rear compliance talk gets to much that it makes an ordinary rider feel lost in choosing a bike as many won't even notice a change in material,groupset, frame compliance.

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Can't beat a good deal ;) Yep I'm right with you there - compliance, 5mm stack difference, etc. I tell myself "What, you really think YOU are going to be held back by the bike and not the other way around?!?" I started on a 2008 Giant STP2 and it is definely a new time in bikes ;)

@thescandiflick 2 жыл бұрын

Its should be Rider Skills > Bike

@zoozu2067 2 жыл бұрын

Nice review, I found the stack a bit low when I got mine (I'm 6ft and bought a L) but have changed to 50mm stem and 50mm riser bars with 800mm width and it made things much more comfortable. I like the way mine climbs but then again my previous MTB was a mid 2000's GT Avalanche. This feels a lot more capable out on the trails. I like to try an XL one day and see how that would compare.

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

I’d like to try an XL too, my previous bike was also from a different generation and a bit small so I’m feeling you 😂 I didn’t spend enough time on the original bar to really know the difference, I’ll flick the spacers around some time to test it out but I really do notice that steeper climbs has the front wheel itching to get off the ground

@MyJones34 2 жыл бұрын

Top comments mate

@corduroyepps4700 2 жыл бұрын

The first 23 seconds of this video are a classic. 😁

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, people are busy, get to the point and move over ;)

@akebono101 Жыл бұрын

You're no idiot! wanna thank you for your review. I am now an owner of the San Quentin 2 thanks to you! And yes, the bike is fine.

@idiotonbike Жыл бұрын

"The bike is fine" comment has made my day haha - hope you enjoy the bike and that it encourages you to try new things

@MattHobson-cr6xk 4 ай бұрын

Cool i just put money down on 23 sq2 i live in nsw ride motos just getting into mtb but looks like it works in the bush pretty good.

@mickwilliams2053 2 жыл бұрын

I have had the Ragley Marley for about 3 months. Selling my dually because I prefer the Marley. Added a dropper and it's bloody AMAZING fun.

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a big fan of the Marley, not sure if anyone can tell ;) I bet it's a blast!! Hardtails in the right places are just so perfect, I'm loving mine!

@mickwilliams2053 2 жыл бұрын

@@idiotonbike Originally I wanted the Marin but none were available, got lucky with the Marley. Would be good to compare them. A mate just got a Commencal Meta HT. On paper quite similar but soooo different to ride.

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

@@mickwilliams2053 yeah that's wild! I'm guessing your Ragley is a bit more composed than the Commencal? I'd love to ride a Marley and compare it back to back, they are so close to being the same on paper that it would be fascinating to feel the difference!

@MrClarkM 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a 2022 Growler 40 but if I had my time back I would have bought this.

@spencerisverycool 2 жыл бұрын

Very swag!

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Spencer 😊

@mikejones420 2 жыл бұрын

Had one of those for about a month, and sold it as fast as possible. It's about as compliant as a railroad track, and just as heavy, but awesome to hear you love it, wasn't the bike for me.

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

What did you end up changing to?? Yeah I make no claims on compliance, only that I don't know anything 😂 I admit I do dream of swapping the frame with the Ragley Piglet and learning the difference from alloy to a quality steel frame.

@mikejones420 2 жыл бұрын

@@idiotonbike I got the 2022 Marin Rift Zone full sus, still heavy, but comfy, lol

@alfie_asher 2 жыл бұрын

Great Review! Helped Alot. What do you think of the OneUp Comp Pedals so far. Would you say they are better than the RaceFace Chester Pedals? Im thinking of doing the same type of riding as you. Thanks.

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was useful :) I've never ridden Chesters, but I can see they are slightly convexed in their profile like the OneUps. Concaved pedals hurt when you wear the wrong shoes, which if you ever just go for a quick pedal down the street is a bit annoying like my old Giant pedals. I've not slipped a pedal to my shin with these yet, so I'm ultimately very happy with them. I would give the same opinion as I did with my bike - OneUp is good but so are many other pedals. I do like the convex shape more than I thought, dead flat is also ok. I'd recommend you buy what's in stock, in the colour you want (black PLS ;P), and any pedal that isn't reverse engineered like a Fooker.. cause F any company that straight up steals.

@alfie_asher 2 жыл бұрын

@@idiotonbike Cheers.

@msgesus4518 Жыл бұрын

3:33 "I might end up chucking a hundred and forty mill stem on"...💀💀💀

@jurisx85 2 жыл бұрын

Jaja hardtail party hates the San Quentins. Steve says it a lot. Something to do with the stack being super super super low. Would love to see him review one though. I also love the bike. Might get the same one eventually.

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

He hated the low stack - heard him mention that a lot but rest of the bike I don't think he's ever touched on. I can't wait for his review either! When I bent the standard handlebars I got larger risers to combat this. He had two Ragleys and lived them out of the box, also had two Marins on but needed to modify both to get comfortable. I found that interesting.

@skarabyll1458 2 жыл бұрын

@GymnasticsWithStitchLover 2 жыл бұрын

good vid bro, where u based?

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’m based in NSW in Newcastle :)

@mtbboy1993 2 жыл бұрын

Are you sur eyou got the right size? Also a thing you did not mention is the chain stay remains the same size on all sizes, resulting in a different balance point,if t chain stay is too short the bike will loop out easier, but if you went for a too small bike, it too will contribute to it. But the slack head angle helps to geep weight to the front, with the front wheel being so far to the front, but mabye you need the next size up, that would make the front be even further away, and you would get more room, but thst might be too big, I have saddle quite far forward mine has tip aligned with the BB, but that will depend on the saddle you have, but I also UD emid foot position, so I sit further to the front, so thst kind of makes the bike smaller, I see you don't, but if you are used to old style fit then you might sit too far back, and in the climbs you stand and bike might be too small resulting it looping easier. I am not saying this is the case just some knfo on ehat it might be higher riser bar was a good idea, some don't need as high bar but if you need it use it. But keep in mind you might have the stem too high reducing the effective reach, so if you lower the stem you get more effective reack, and more room, but then ba ris lower, but you can get an even higher riser bar to get the same high, while having bit more weight to the front on the climbs.

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

I fit a large but also an XL too, I'd love to try an XL as I think it might suit me. Yeah these have short stays but there are so many numbers there's no point parroting all of them 😂 my next bike I will size up and see if it fits me better. I'll drop the stem after a while to simulate a lower Bar height and see how that feels, it's all a learning process still for me as it's only my third proper bike 👌 but they've changed so much since when I started riding in 2007 that it's basically my first proper bike 🤣 Thanks for the info! I hope others watching the video can read it and get something out of it 👍👍

@rickwestfall4714 2 жыл бұрын

Would the Marin 2’s geometry be a good fit for ripping down hills and curves safely, practicing small jumps, and climbing hills?

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it would for all those things :) I started my proper riding journey on a Giant STP and that is short with a steep head angle and short reach. This this is very long and slack by comparison, it is very stable so will suit what you are after :)

@mjojrjr6231 2 жыл бұрын

Even the 1 is capable enough.

@MrClarkM 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a 2022 Growler 40 but if I had my time back I would have picked up this bike I think.

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

That's interesting - how are you finding the bike? What sort of aspects/characteristics of it would you want to trade off for the SQ2?

@MrClarkM 2 жыл бұрын

@@idiotonbike The Growler is a great bike , I have absolutely nothing bad to say about it. It's stable on the downs, comfortable and I upgraded the fork to a RockShox 35 gold as well , I just feel like for the type of riding I do the 27.5'' wheel on the San Quinton would suit me better as well as having a little better suited frame for the odd jump I just think the Marin would have suited me better. All in all the Growler is great though

@ksm1985 2 жыл бұрын

Is this classed as a hardcore hardtail, nice video btw

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it is, it's pretty long and slack. Head tube is 65 on paper and I measured it 63.5 as a few others have so it fits the HCHT category even if it's only 130mm travel

@ksm1985 2 жыл бұрын

@@idiotonbike thank you, I must admit it is a very nice looking bike, the sq3 is out of my price range

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

@@ksm1985 yes the SQ3 was out of my price range too, hence the SQ2. The Ragley Marley 2.0 is about the same price and the Marley 1.0 bridges the gap between the SQ2 and SQ3

@user-ee3uv2bo9r 2 жыл бұрын

Can you advise the frame size. I’m 5’9”. Not sure M or L. Used to ride Kona Stinky before in M size. I found the bike only on delivery, so can’t try it’s size

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Me too, this was a delivered bike. I would go Large no doubt. That is what they recommend for your height but I also would love to have tried a longer bike in XL for my height. I am on the cusp of L-XL and went down a size. The bike is fine and we all get used to whatever it is we ride - but now is the perfect time to push try new things and I missed out on that chance by buying a smaller bike than I could have. That experience would have been amazing and I definitely recommend you take this chance!!!!!

@user-ee3uv2bo9r 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@CasperRc81 Жыл бұрын

😂 dude I run tubes I go tubeless first then when it won’t hold and need’s fixed I run a tube with stanz inside never flat. I hate stanz tubeless cuz of the amount of cleaning and sidewall junk it creates. I’m going to try that orange stuff hardtail party uses. I’ve pinched flat like one time in my life. I can take a shit and loose the added weight of tubes. Only thing I don’t like about tubes is they seem more bouncy feeling to me and tire is harder to keep true looks like bent rim sometime in the rear compared to tubeless who cares. Good job buddy

@skg901 2 жыл бұрын

Hillarious 😂😂

@clockfingerboards 2 жыл бұрын

Bro your HUGE! You make that thing look so small

@roytherhodesian4029 2 жыл бұрын

Hey mate this bike looks good , what would it be like for a bit of cross country, or is it more for short enduro riding I’m 5 10 , 92kg and fit as fuck 👍 Cheers

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I’ve really enjoyed it on the XC loops we have and it’s felt great. As far as the riding I’ve done it’s probably been a 25-35-40 split between enduro, gravel fire roads (big climbs, big descents) and our local XC trails. I’m 6”, 130kg and fat as fuck 👌 Really steep climbs the front end tends to become light is the most noteable thing that is different to an xc bike. If you are doing any forestry type roads, such as long climbs then fast descents then it really shines due to the slack and long nature - probably where it feels most in it’s absolute element !!

@roytherhodesian4029 2 жыл бұрын

@@idiotonbike legend thanks mate, think I might look into them furthering , cheers for your feedback - really appreciated 👍

@forzer456 2 жыл бұрын

Did you check out the Merida Big Trail?

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it was on the list, along with about every bike in the category haha. There were 2 factors that kept me off one. 1. Lockdowns, we were pretty deep in them where I am in Australia so we couldn't travel around much i.e. couldn't go to Sydney where 99bikes is located (they stock Merida) 2. I didn't want 29er wheels. Now, this was the reason It didn't make the final cut of bikes, but it's dumb reasoning, and I know I made a bad call on this one. I don't regret the SQ but it was a silly, backwards idea to exclude the bike based on that alone!. You should consider one absolutely. The SQ isn't miles better than other bikes, these days I would just get what you can that's in stock and in the tight bike genre you want. :)

@forzer456 2 жыл бұрын

@@idiotonbike don’t blame you, a bike you have is better than nothing. I did similar research into hardtails but I was slightly more on the budget end. But it is impressive what these trail hardtails can do now. How do you find the fork? It’s a 130 recon right?

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

@@forzer456 I was close to choosing the SQ1 which is cheaper, I'd prefer a 9spd over 11spd too but I'm a very heavy guy so opted for the 12x148 rear end. Yeah the fork feels amazing - but be aware I'm comparing it to my last two forks that were a Marzocchi DJ4 and a Rockshox 30 - so this is the burliest and longest travel fork I've ridden. Part of me thought 'i had no issue with my Rockshox 30, I'm not good enough to benefit from an expensive fork anyway'. As far as 130mm travel, it's perfect. Bottomed it out only once harshly (the drop to flat in the video haha) but I never feel I need more. Steve from Hardtail Party has talked about 130mm being a real sweet spot for his favourite length fork - and has way more experience than I do. He just hasn't had the chance to do a SQ yet. What would make this bike nicer is 50mm travel in the rear end... No longer a hardtail ;) I'll be doing a video on that in a few months when the silly season passes!!

@chefgav1 2 жыл бұрын

Trek 2022 rosco 7 or 8 and big trail are good choice

@peterronzoni9264 2 жыл бұрын

What size did you get abs how tall are you? I am 6ft. I think I would be a large

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

I'm 6ft and I went with a large. Its the first bike I've had that was correctly my size as I've undersized my last bikes. I'd love to try out an XL, I got used to this 'big long' bike in a few moments which made me wonder if I should have sized up given the lack of 'learning curve'. My next bike will be an XL so I can learn to find what reach I find suits me. It might be too big but I won't know till i try one.

@apophispnw5717 2 жыл бұрын

Can you set the stock wheels up tubeless?

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Needs strips but yes the rims can be converted as far as I am aware! I have never done it before tho...

@thrilloughby5559 2 жыл бұрын

Love the " I kept tubes cause... Fuck you" hahaha pissed myself

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

😅😅 it's about the only response that won't be interrogated ;)

@stevenreyes3680 2 жыл бұрын

I had to subscribe, I’m an idiot on a bike, and an older one at that... I’m looking for a hardtail to replace my Banshee Scirocco. Oh, never getting rid of it, just want something with the newer modern geometry to move my motor to. Can’t find a new fork for the Banshee, of corse it’s a straight 1 1/8. Actually I like the geo the way it is with the 24” x 2.8” rear tire. The only stopping me now is there’s no affordable IGH that accepts a rear thru axel. Anybody got any pull with Sturmey Archer ??

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

I still ride my Giant STP around and it’s a blast. It’s set up single speed on 26” and I’ve put faster times in on different sections of trail than the SQ as I’m having to push it hard to keep on top of cadence 😅

@stevenreyes3680 2 жыл бұрын

I’m considering either a San Quentin or A Scout. Fuck. I’ll have to go back to work. My dad did it at 70. And guess what. He was a teachers helper. I’d hear hear him muttering, “ those little bastards” And what do they need now ? Subs without credentials.....that would be so weird, it’s almost eerie...lucky to get a decent frame and fork for a grand.

@stevenreyes3680 2 жыл бұрын

I could restore the Banshee to its former pedal glory....

@mtbboy1993 2 жыл бұрын

I see you have a Sunrace cassette, they are really bad at retaining the chain in place when back pedalling, but a smaller chain ring will fix it, but I had issues with these cassettes, the cogs and teeth bend, thete are were sharp wear marks I had to sand down. Awful performance. Mabye the chain line is bad causing the chain to drop when back pedalling, a chain ring with a different offset will solve that as

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it's obviously out a long way with it on the big cog. I'd think it's down the the cassette that allows it to fall back, BUT this is my first 1x driveline so not sure if it's a normal. I'll be trying out a Deore cassette once this wears out and a new chain too once this wears down so will see how things go 👍

@mtbboy1993 2 жыл бұрын

@@idiotonbike The Deore m6100 cassette outperforms it shifting wise too, much smoother shifting, but Shimano cassettes have always kept the chain on better than the sunrace, it was the case with xt m8000 vs sunrace 11-46t on 34t chain ring, but sunrace dropped, but 32t chain ring and it did not drop, then I kept 32t cus thst was the chain ring size that suited my riding, but I needed laughter climbing gear so k went for big cassette, 11-50t Sunrace, but it performed badly, with the same issues as begore, just a different and much better bike, but then I got a Deore M5100 11-51T which I tried for few rides, no bent cogs, teeth or sharp edges, but I only used it for a few rides, cus the Garbaruk 11-50t arrived. That cassette is more than half of the weight, no issues, but pricy, more than 3 times the cost but cheaper than prociest Shimano and Sram, and lighter too. So I am sstesfied. I have a Deore m6100 sgs Rd, Archer D1xTrail electronic shifting system, which fits me well, regular shifters don't, I've not tried Shimano 12 speed shifter yet but I know Sram, and 11 speed Shimano don't fit me, so I sold my Shimano shifters. I have issues with my thumb misaligninh during shifts which can be painful, also mechanical shifting is really fatiguing on long rides especially with clutch enabled on rear derailleur. So this system solves these issues, no i can shift painlessly, and never fatigue, as I only press who light buttons.

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

@@mtbboy1993 thanks for the info! I'll take that into consideration moving forward

@gregj7916 2 жыл бұрын

Boganista!!!

@joesamprerer 2 жыл бұрын

You're funny as sh¡t! Keep it up, great video!😀👍

@neuronflow 2 жыл бұрын

how would you compare it to the Commencal Meta?

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve never ridden one, but have heard they are a tad harsh, but so is this SQ 😂 About every bike is good, but if I was after a bike with that much travel I’d go to a Ragley Mmmbop as it similar in spec with a dropper post already installed at the same price. You can throw on a 200mm rotor up front while you swap for metal pads ;) @hardtailparty has reviewed the Mmmbop, go check that out before buying. I think he has reviewed the Meta too ~ ?

@mwboost Жыл бұрын

I have a Meta ht 2021 27.5. I had a 2020 san quentin 2 two bikes before (I went from full suss to hardtail SQ2, to full suss then to the Meta 😅). Very similar. Honestly I can't tell much difference. Chainstay is a little longer, more travel but still feels just as playful as the SQ2 did. Might be a tad more stable.

@neuronflow Жыл бұрын

thanks, I got myself a Ragley mmmbop now :)

@mwboost Жыл бұрын

@@neuronflow nice 👍🏼

@diegoreynagarcia6294 2 жыл бұрын

yes, the SQ is slow as f**kkkk jajaja there is no way to put "pedalling efficiency" and San Quentin 27.5 plus in one sentence, the bike doesnt help you to mantain speed, but downhill you will have tons of fun, also you can increase tire size to 2.8 (as maxxis rekon plus) and install a decent 4 piston brakes like shimano SLX with metal pads

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I never rode those original tyres 😂😂 these Bontragers i thought were doing well until I rode my slicked out STP and realised it wasn’t 😅 I tried to ride it stock , bar tyres, and replace or upgrade as necessary but I did need to get onto the brakes to get a bit more from them.

@jaba2039 2 жыл бұрын

what is the name of this flask?

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

It's a Fidlock bottle and holder, as I said it's never fallen out but it's also tricky to use while pedalling

@Ffkvke Жыл бұрын

How tall r u?

@idiotonbike Жыл бұрын

6 foot 👍

@maciej813 2 жыл бұрын

Whats is size of this bike?

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Size Large, I'm 6ft

@maciej813 2 жыл бұрын

@@idiotonbike Thank you for answer. Probably i should have XL size. Unfortunately geometry im XL size is not the same like L size.

@bernardandries 2 жыл бұрын

I got in a large its too big for me i am 5'9.

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Good info for others thanks 👌

@spencerkopp3741 2 жыл бұрын

did u ever end up trying a medium?

@Guitarninjaruy 2 жыл бұрын

I can ride those on a dutch bike, wyd its not good

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Wasn’t showcasing my riding abilities ;)

@Jacob99174 2 жыл бұрын

Tell yea what, not the sharpest guy on a bike right here!

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

Fvcking idiot if you ask me 😂

@Jacob99174 2 жыл бұрын

@@idiotonbike call it like I see it

@germancrespillo8325 2 жыл бұрын

@idiotonbike 2 жыл бұрын

appreciate the bump for the algorithm 😎💪