"Wouldnt be the dumbest thing I've done on this bike today" is like the motto of a good rider. Hahaha

"Even I have limits..." two seconds later hucking walmart bike to flat! haha love it

The sound of that fork bottoming out still makes my soul hurt. 🤣

“When you break with 2 fingers you have no control” Me breaking with 4 fingers: welp

If You Buy This Bike and Wanna Upgrade The Fork I Reccomend The SR SUNTOUR EPIXON it has 120mm travel its AIR and it fits the QR Wheels

Ah yes, the 3 stages of a mountain biker attempting a new jump 11:35 The Desire 11:50 Second Guessing 11:53 Denial 11:58 I meannnn… it’s not that bad 12:04 FULL SEND

"Weird exposed cables" my thousand dollars Vitus has that

My 2019 marlin 5 had a "100mm" coil fork that with my entire body weight on the bars gave me 15mm of suspension. I rode it on a flat ungroomed trail twice and was almost rattled off the grips and then it bucked me out of control. My lbs wouldn't do a thing for me but to buy it back for less. I've been upgrading it ever since. I have a 1x12 in the mail right now to finish it off. Tires, stem, reba duel air, dropper, pedals. All used, making the bike ride like a dream, even with it's current 3x7. A week from now it'll be 2lbs lighter and a clutch mean quieter too. All that comes with a major caveat... I had to learn how to do everything myself. Which took time. But now I can service everything including the stealth dropper.

They have a satin blue version that comes with a dropper for 499.

Daily MTB rider keeping me entertained in quarantine.

You should put a different fork on it and beefier maxxis tires and new bars and stem combo then make a video of how much of a difference it makes on the bike

regardless how much you say against that bike. The fact that you managed to survive that much says a lot of good things about it. I suspect that fork you got was flop out of the box though(I do also think schwinn could have done better with specing a fork as well).

I feel like they made this bike with the knowledge people would upgrade it and actually made a great frame for that reason.

This was terrifying!

10:34 thats just extra stopping power since brakes aren't good enough

7:58 How many other people started drafting letters of condolence 😂😂👍👍👍👍👍👍. Good line in the bar picking up girls "yeah I'm a Walmart MTB tester......... $400 range" Hooyah!!!! 🇬🇧👍👍👍👍

Love cheap bike reviews.

i’m thinking of buying a axum and upgrading it with a Rockshoc tk30, 10speed xt and slx brakes

I'd love to see some upgrades on that thing, maybe like an entry level fox 34, some hydraulic brakes and better tires, and then come back to see the difference

"This thing is solid..." Knocks on top tube. Real engineering hero here doing some deep investigations.

I think you got a broken fork. Mine works perfect and locks out as well as my fox 34.

Walmart sells another version of this bike that comes with a dropper post!!

Daily MTB, I have a slightly different view of your review. I feel that really, even if you get a slightly higher priced entry level MTB you are going to get it with compromises in the same exact areas. You will have a crap shock, a almost trash rated drivetrain, crappy tires and rims and all of that at a $1200-1400 price range. I mean, I have seen Trek $1500 bikes (My favorite big company btw) that have eagle sx. If you spent just $400 on this original purchase and started upgrading the fork and wheel in the front with quality used (about $400) you are still going to have a better and lighter bike then the $1500 bike. Then wait a little while and purchase the Eagle NX for $370, Get a $150 Dropper... I mean, I’m no mathematician but if you did that you would have a bike you spent about the same as the entry level bike but have much better components then you would get at the LBS. Just saying

I bought one last summer and I've been having fun riding it for months - with a few upgrades like entry-level hydrolics, and a chain guard. Granted I don't ride that hard, but it's held up very well. Now that I know I'm going to keep at it (I'm 65 and just getting back into retired biking) I'm upgrading to MicroShift Advent X and new forks (TBD). Given that I didn't know if I would keep it up, it was a smart move - and the geometry is more than adequate for upgrading the beast at a still lower price than an ego-brand bike.

“Wouldn’t be the dumbest thing I did on this bike today.” Lmao. I knew you were doing it as soon as I saw it.

YOUR THE DAILT MTB RIDER SO WHY CANT YOU UPLOAD EVERYDAY!!! Love ur channel man!

Won't lie, but when you start a vid with a clip saying "Ohhh, 2 finger braking!", then proceed to send it big, I def clenched a bit! Awesome vid as usual Josh!

Thanks for sending the larger drop. Seeing that as part of the test was actually pretty informative.

"Every time when it gets full travel, the tyre rubs on the frame. -That's good" 😂😂😂

I have an Axum DP. I replaced the fork with a Manitou Markour. The derailleur is an Acera. Brakes are mechanical (although I replaced them recently with Shimano MT200's). I've taken that bike down black diamond trails. That said, I am not a jumper. At my age, I have to select carefully the features I actually try. My next upgrade is a clutch derailleur. Keep in mind that mountain bikers have existed since before the fancy forks, slack frames, hydraulic disc brakes, thru axles, clutch derailleurs, etc. Those things are great and make riding easier and safer, but it's not all or nothing. It also depends on the level of riding. Compare it to road cyclists, a casual weekend rider will have a basic road bike, someone racing on occasion may want something a little upgraded, and the Tour de France racer will want top of the line cutting edge equipment......but, that entry level bike today is in many ways superior to what pros used in the Tour in the 70's and 80's, and they raced. The Schwinn Axum is a good entry level MTB that with upgrades can become a much more capable hardtail. It's a great starting point for someone entering the sport. It is certainly better than say an entry level Trek Marlin given that you can use the $300 price difference and immediately upgrade some of the components.

That fork sounds like a quacking duck whenever it bottoms out 🦆

i picked one of these up after seeing so many good reviews and videos on it and the ability to do upgrades made it interesting. my front fork seems to be fine. im going to upgrade it down the road but my lock out and preload works just fine and is okay for my body weight (6ft, 160lbs) but its a fun project bike to have

Where are those drops on Galbraith? I've never seen them. They look great for practice

This was a bike I considered. I'm glad I ended up picking up a leftover 2019 Tokul 3 from your vids. Thanks bro. Absolutely loving the Tokul

I love the fact you love hardtails a lot. I own both hardtail and full suspension. But my hardtail is so much faster and climbing ability is on a different level. I run 2x11 speed xtr drivetrain yes a 2x11 lol

In Aldi in Australia they are selling a $400 aud bike with a 1+10 drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes

Shwinn should put a mt. bike out that is full ridged and have higher end components for $400. Having a very low end front shock is a waste of money. Hard fork would save money that would go into much better components.

Can you do a video where you take the fork apart to see what broke and stuff? Fun video Josh! Gonna send it to my friend Josh who rides a Schwinn boundary.

My first ever full suspension bike was from our New Zealand version of wallmart called 'the warehouse' I wanted the bike since i first seen it, i was about 11 mind you, full suspension, rear coil was as stiff as a rock lol. front forks were also garbo, but i rode the shit out of that bike. Learnt everything i know on it basically, then after many years, and bending the alloy frame it was time to spend big and got my first decent bike. 2005 Kona stinky. What a gem of a bike.

That trail looks amazing. I wish I had more of those type trails in my area. Cool to see the snow. Too bad the bike is not up to the challenge.

So takeaways: 1. Throw an advent 9 speed group 2. Throw on a 120 Suntour Epixon 3. Throw a set of Shimano Hydraulics on there 4. Make your $400 Walmart bike a permanent member of your bike collection because you’ll never get back the $400 in upgrades you threw on it back. I love budget bikes but this one pales in comparison to the Colorado Comp. I think the ticket here for a newbie is to find a pre-owned one on the cheap and upgrade as needed. You have to give Schwinn/Pacific credit for being the first big box brand to try cater to the entry level MTB’r.

This reminds me of Skills with Phil when he rode a huffy at whistler… I think it was whistler. Either way he was hitting massive jumps w it lol

While applaud the Axum (seriously I am a Schwinn fanboy) Motobecane has their Fantom29 that has a choice of 1x, 2x or 3x drivetrains, tapered head tube, tubeless wheels, WTB Trailboss 29x2.4, hydro brakes, internal routing, SUNTOUR SF19-XCM32 fork, thru axle front and back in five sizes for $600.

I think this is a great starter bike that you can upgrade as you go. Even dumping another $300 would still be better than anything in that $700-800 price range

I think that you definitely have a valid point around saving for a better bike. however I have been down this path with a Schwinn bike. Its very easy see these as inferior bikes when compared to some of the higher end stuff of today. I did remember looking back when all I could afford was a schwinn saying "who would spend that kind of money on a bicycle" I upgraded my Schwinn when I could afford and it became half decent.

Any old bikes for sale trying to get back into biking just didn't realise how expensive a good bike is nowadays

Can you do a video where you upgrade it?

New detailer and a new front fork and you have a solid beginner platform

My first real mountain bike... I paid $400 cash for a brand new Specialized Hardrock that's actually trail rated. Those deals are plentiful. This Axum seems like it could have some better parts to come with that price.

Well, you can easily replace the front fork with a rock shox coil fork that has 29er quick-release dropouts, and won't require you to replace the bottom headset cup, because it's a straight steerer. I would actually still say this could be a good beginner bike, and might make for an interesting build-a-bike project platform for those with money to burn. It's got dropper-post cable routing provisions, it's got a tapered headset, it's got a replaceable derailleur hanger, and it uses standard hub spacing in the rear. This is an option, but as you said, it might be the *best* option.

I started out on a Schwinn, did my local trails and as I progressed I noticed that maybe on my 8th ride that it was the end for it. Deraluer failed, rear axel bent, front axel bent, front and rear brakes were cooked. I ended up saving up and buying a DB instead. I realised the forks on my DB were crap and now I have to buy new ones but I would recommend the upgrade straight away. Save your money and buy something you know you can grow into.

I love this series keep it up 🔥🔥🔥🔥

They are 28 mm stanchions and a 30t chainring. My friend has this bike. The other thing I notice is that the paint doesn’t looks like yours. I don’t know if it’s a camera effect or not but the thing is that Schwinn is sending this nice color to youtubers because in other videos is the same nice paint. The one he has doesn’t have that glow shiny gold.

Breaks the forks seals......Oh look! some more jumps! Lets Go! That bike was SCREAMMING for mercy

This review was really discouraging to me for a couple of reasons. Speaking for myself, I'm a novice when it come this sport. But also really intrigued and totally ready to take it on. That being said, i truly believe Walmart and Schwinn built a perfect gateway for someone like myself to test the waters of this sport, or even easy trail riding at affordable pricing. So when you call them cheap bikes or walmart bikes i can totally see where someone would take offense to this, because whether someone is able to afford a big box bike or a pro bike that person is still spending their hard earned money for the same reason, that happens to be the sport. My aspiration was that this bike would give me results that were sufficient for a beginner like myself. I purchased this bike a week ago and haven't recieved it yet, now im wondering if should've.

Props for calling out the fork for what it is Josh. I've seen a few other reviews that gloss over it. By the way, how's the mini truck coming along?

In Croatia in dechatlon there is a bike that costs 400 dollars and has hydraulic brakes 1 by 9 drivetrain with a clutch 120 mm of travel 2.3 tires it is a great beginner bike

Daily MTB and KevCentral collab coming soon?!

Yo where you biking? Is it Galbraith? Cause everywhere here in Seattle is closed

Those are the drops that we built fo the March North West camps. We also gap over the wood on the middle one but i think that would be very sketchy on that bike!

Does it have a yellow warning sticker on the fork?

The big thing I dislike about this bike is that the rear wheel is 141mm QR. Its impossible to just replace the rear wheel with a drop in upgrade. You have to go with a higher end 148mm hub that has QR end caps. Really takes it out of the budget category for long term use. It seems great for the price otherwise though.

Funny thing is my Cannondale trail 8 has only 75mm of travel and I can't bottom it out at all but then again I don't hit jumps or drops

Wal-Mart and Schwin are looking at that trail performance and loving it...for 399.00 You get what you pay for and this is awesome.

I think if you look at what is available at $400 this is a good buy. Something comparable at the bike shop is easily a few hundred more. And comes with QR, Suntour coil fork, 2 finger brakes, and entry shamino group set. basically I would have all the same complaints on the cheapest mtb from the LBS. You could upgrade the fork to a DNM air fork for $120. You wouldn't get thru axles, but It would impove the bike by a lot.

Sick videos man. Your videos have inspired me to start making my own as well. Thanks for keeping us entertained during quarantine!

Everyone's taking over Kev's job

Hi Josh. I wish you had done a video like this about the Schwinn boundary I bought two. One for me and one for my son. Have had to replace a good amount of things over the summer and we only ride green or blue. No they are unrideable and im battling with Walmart.com to try and get my money back. Pacific cycle has been nice but flat out said NO. They will keep sending me parts. So. Every couple of miles it's maintenance. Bummer. Looking for a new entry-level bike now. Trek Marlin 5?

What about someone who wants to ride light trails, no jumping ? By the way I'm 70 and ride mostly roads on an e-bike pedal assist.

Nice, it looks like an older Trek. I can't wait until I can have another bike to do my vids on. Rebuilding a 2011 Trek frame we got free now. By the way, what was the weight on the Schwinn?

lol i got a mtb from my local store for 225 dollar it have lockout fork ,logan disc brake ,kenda tyres, wide handlebar,21speed,life time frame warranty used it for 1 year not on trails only on roads but still no damage still as good as new and it even came with multi tool bottle cage plastic bottle and clipless pedals

Imagine the Pinkbike huck to flat camera setup for Josh hacking this thing to flat. Imagine!!!

I bought a Chinese brand bike called X-Treme. It’s worth $369 with 1x12 drivetrain using shimano hydraulic disc brake 27.5 inches wheel and internal cables. Also S-Ride RD-M320 derailleur. It’s a new bike btw

To be fair you don't have to put a super good thru axle fork in on it. There are enough forks that come with a qr.

I’ve been trying to ride for the last three days and i went in the middle of a rainstorm when the trails were fine but got stranded at the top and washed out and got covered in mud☹️

Can you do a series upgrading this and maybe take it to whistler??

I keep forgetting its Walmart bike. Still pretty dang impressive for lighter trails and beginning mountain biking

Outstanding bike But of course the stock fork isn’t made for that for sure I just added a Rock Shox 30 Gold 120 mm Really enjoying mine with the dropper post as well.. may have a 1000$ in it with RS But with geometry and tapered head tube It’s about one of the best out there right night price vs features

Great box opening and assembly 👍What is your orange bike repair stand name I need one? Also what Mat are you using for your tailgate for transporting your bike? Thanks

Could you do a review of the gt aggressor pro?

That frame looks like my Kona Kahuna that I built up with drop bars. Well if my frame ever fails I know where I can get a similar replacement frame 😬😬😬😬

I think the bike is more than fine for a lot of people. If riding a cheap bike means I'm on the trail, I'd do it any day of the week. If I had no choice but to buy a thousand dollar bike, or above, I couldn't ride. Right now, the Axum would be an upgrade for me.

Hey im looking for an entry level trail bile what is better a Trek x cal 8 2019 or a 2020 vitus nucleus vrs? Which is more bang per buck. They both come with a tapered the x cal comes with a rockshox 30 and the nucleus with a sr suntour xc 32 the nucleus is 820 dollars and the trek 950dollars they both come with a deore derauler

Curious your opinion on the 2020 Giant Talon 2. I'm just getting into mountain biking and picked up a talon 2 yesterday. Put in 10 miles the first day and I'm loving it. Thanks in advance.

You’re in the PNW? I live in Oregon and the trails are amazing. PNW is the best.

How many times did he say O gosh😂

shimano mt200 brakes , manitou markhor fork , sram x3 derailleur. I think this would make good upgrades and a really fun bike to ride for dirt cheap!

That was my first race bike the “Nishiki Colorado” in the 90’s. I raced mammoth UCI worlds amateur class. Great bike, at the time no suspension at all.

What do you think of the GT avalanche 1x29” for a beginner bike I’m a 6’2 250lb guy just starting to get back into MT biking. Thanks for the videos!

If you ever what to check out some good "Forest Trails" that are Medium Effort, may I suggest "BANNER FOREST PARK" in East Port Orchard! May be challenging for the Intermediate, but you should have a good time. P.S. What is the news on your Mini (KEI) Truck? Take care, 🤓 -Thomas Port Orchard, Washington

Can you please review the Vitus Nucleus 27 VRS?

Cool video! Is there an 8-speed derailleur on the market that does have a clutch? Just thinking about cheap(er) upgrades if possible.

Should do a budget build. Used parts and see what kind of a bike you can build for $1000

your channel is really blowing up! I'm proud of you, this video was fun to watch!

I wanna use that goose-honk sound from the fork as my text message alert.

Also was the tire bottoming out on the frame or the crown? Cause if it’s the frame that means you can’t upgrade to a better fork without probably major offset, but if it’s just the crown that’s the forks fault

Dude. You are the king of sending cheap hard tails!!! Nice review 👍

I recommend the REI CO-OP drt 1.1 it’s a great hard tail for beginners and it’s only $500 I have one my self as it was my first mtb bike and still love it

It's a 42 in the back, they also have a bike that is bit more expensive but has a clutch. U should take a look at the KevCentral channel he reviews all of these bikes. Edit could u also make a video where u upgrade it with the cheapest fox/rockshox fork?

They do an axum with a dropper post for a bit extra think it's axumdp