I agree 100%. I feel like Polygon deserves a lot more recognition as they carved out a niche in providing super high value bikes at a very reasonable price tag especially in a time when the cost of bikes are rediculously high. I've seen people with the T7 absolutely shred some black trails. You get a trail ready full sus with everything you need at $1500, that's madd value. I got two road bikes from Polygon and they are fast. I refuse to get duped by the bike industry into spending 3-4x more $$ when the performance is there being offered at a lower price tag.

My first MTB was a Polygon Sisku D7 ($1.700 new 2 years ago), i left all my buddies in the dust once I got the hang of all the basic skills. I sold it and got a Marin Alpine Trail 7 (another bike from bikes online, $3,000/now 2,400) because I was hitting bigger stuff and needed more travel. Climbed it 3× 4,200 ft up trails most people shuttle and then went down and its heavy conpared to my riding buddies. All my buddies ride YT, Canyon, IBIS and Yeti. They can barely keep up and have had to repair their bikes more than me. Rider+skills+how you take care of your bike & repair knowlede goes a long way. Also, Polygon and Marins are awesome! Like a couple other people said, as long as you're out there having fun. Ride what you like, within your budget and get after it! At the end of the day, other than the sport itself, it's about being outdoors and enjoying nature.

Ride what you have…getting out on ANY bike is what it’s all about. If you want to spend 10k on a bike, do it. If you only want to spend $1500 -then you’re still getting out and having a blast -I had a guy get into MTB on a $60 garage sale bike! He ripped and had the time of his life!!!

Bikes are pretty good these days at All price points. Rider skill still most important.

Dude casually talking while shredding 65 down a dirt trail going down a mountain lmao prayers for this guy and anyone that does this shits crazy

Matty, I watched this vid 2x. It's not the first Polygon bike I've seen that's a bit hefty. But then, KHS bikes were always beefy, too. Keith Bontrager famously said the wisest thing about bikes you'll ever hear: "Strong, light, cheap. Pick two."

I think there is a lot of people that could save themselves a lot of money buying a polygon instead of a 5k bike they really don't need.

Still rocking my T8 (love that purple color) owned for over a year and a half and its been a great bike so far. Over 1k miles on it.

I have been extremely pleased with my Polygon D7, the only thing that I really felt was substandard was the stock saddle but I'm not going to complain about that because it was cheap to get a good replacement

I just started MTB again after 18+ years of road cycling. While on the road I had top level bike with top shimano dura ace and carbon wheels. We were sponsored and for road racing there is a difference. Road racing you need a light bike. Whether you are on a time trial, road, or climbing the bike is crucial. For mounting biking it could be the same. If you are training for enduro, XC, DH, or XC marathon your bike of choice is important no matter what. One think I learn now that I am MTB is geometry, your discipline, weight to wattage ration (power input), and fork & shock pressure, and of course tire of choice. If you are just having fun, a good bike frame (carbon or aluminum) good drive train, and good wheels, and you are good to go. Don’t pay attention to what other people ride, some people have lots of cash and they can buy what they want. Get what you can afford and get out there 😊 and have fun, life is too short 🎉

I've had the polygon T7 for over a year and a half now. It is an amazing bike and I have taken it to downhill parks and double black trails. I have kept it relatively stock other than adding a longer dropper and PNW bars. I would say it is one of the best full sus bikes for someone who does not want to spend a lot of money to start with but can be upgraded a lot.

Loved the video. I just bought a T8 and i love it. It seems to be extremely well built, and I’m very picky when it comes to the build quality of things. Honestly, I don’t think I’ll ever need another bike. Happy trails sir.

In the UK, Polygon aren't looked at as cheap bike. They're rare. You don't see many, but they are here and people do ride them. They're very capable bikes at a very affordable price, same as Lapierre, Canyon, YT, and other brands in the same price point. To us a cheap bike is something like a Carrera (not sure if you'd of heard of them) or a Voodoo. Bikes start to become good bikes around the 800 mark. And around the 1500 mark for full sus

I've got a Siskiu T8 and I love it. Had some issues early on with the derailleur but got that fixed and I have a blast with that bike.

Your riding has really gotten good.

Honestly I’ve had no complaints with my own t7! Coming from a budget hardtail this bike is a significant upgrade 👍🏽 especially still on a budget lol

The best bike is the one that gets you out on the trails and puts a smile on your face. Personally, I would like a lighter bike with better components, but there is a place for options like the Polygon.

Your bike has 100% quality, 100% durability, 90-95% performance of those 12k bikes. I wouldn't pay 4x for a bike for a 5-10% overall difference. But, to each their own.

you're absolutely right. I think more people have the less expensive bikes than the super expensive bikes. The best quote I ever heard about what the best bike is. The best bike is the bike you ride.

Great video - content and production! It’s great to know that I a solid bike can be had at such a great price point. I hope these types of bikes create lot of new mountain bikers. Keep up the great work!

Nothing worse than a bike snob.😂

Solid Matty ... keeping real.. 🎉.. with how things are, sometimes just a having a decent bike is worth far more than None..🇬🇺

Looks like it brings lots of smiles per mile at that price. Good riding too.

Status 160 setup: Maxxis DHR II 2.4WT front and back. Enve M9 carbon handle bars. Truvativ stem. Oury grips. Deity deftrap pedals. DT Swiss FR541 Rim on DT Swiss 350 hubs. GX rear derailer. Everything else is stock on the bike. On day 42 at trestle this season and other then breaks and some new rubber for the rear it’s been super reliable. Will go in for shock maintenance mid October after Angel fire season.

The "Costco" bike is Intense brand, and is also a hell of a bike for the money. Polygon T9 owner here.

I am digging your videos as i binge mtb videos as i am trying to stay sane through my new hampshire winter

I remember when I was in high school and I ran track and field. I had the cheapest shoes. At one point I ran with some vans shoes. Yet out perform 90%+ of the runners from my team and other opponents. I had so much fun. I’m also a musician, i master my instruments playing cheap instruments. I’ve made cheap instruments sound as the good as professional and expensive ones. I’ve learn that brands are just brands and most folks don’t see that. It’s not the shoes, instrument, bike. But the person. I recently got into Mtb and the same process and mentality I’ve used in other areas I’ve applied to Mtb. I purchase a Marin “budget” bike. I’ve been biking close to 3 months. I’ve progress so much that I’m doing some gnarly trails keeping up with riders that have been doing it for 5-10 years that have $5k plus bikes. I honestly don’t pay attention to deficiencies of the product. But my ability to out perform myself, product or others. I have fun with whatever I get my hands on. I could careless others have expensive bikes. I stay in my lane like I did in track and field and focus directly at the finish line. Be happy with what you have. You can’t afford it, it’s ok. Have fun.

Seems like a pretty nice bike to me! 34 pounds isn't so much for a full suspension bike in this range, you might get a little more "pop" out of your forks if you change the rebound setting on the bottom (easy to forget to change that). A little more speed in the rebound will give you a bit more bounce when you load the front ahead of a jump. I would break my neck for sure if I had trails like that to ride, I am SO jealous!

It's heavy due to the components, but I was able to get my bike down to sub 31 lbs (without pedals), which is light for a trail bike.

I assembled a T7 at work, theyre not a bad bike... i rarely run into any quality issues setting up polygons, brakes and mounts are spot on. just some weird stuff like sloppy paint, occasional missing logo trim, some sharp edges on some grommets, or sticking sunrace 12s cassettes on HG hubs instead of microspline and shimano cassettes

Good to hear all this Polygon love in the comments. I will be looking to add to my specialized pitch fully upgraded hardtail to something full sus. The Polygon D series is at the top of my list as it's the only thing new that has good looking specs in the geometry I am looking for.

My wife has the Costco bike. Intense 951 XC. It’s a fricken 120mm carbon fiber bike with Fox suspension, sram 1x12 and a dropper. We got it for around $2k and she’s pumped with it. Just picked up some Roval Control carbon wheels for around $1200 and it’s going to be a really nice down country bike that she can do XC racing on.

I use to ride around on a BikesDirect Motobecane HAL5, barely cost about $1200 but basically did everything I wanted it to do until my skills caught up to the bike. Now I'm a 5K bike and there's really not that much more it can do than my old HAL5.

It is a nice bike. I bought one for my son and I love it. Love the way it jumps. Besides the weight, I have to agree best bang for buck.

Love riding my Polygon. Love being a better rider then others on better bikes. Lol.

Just switched from a hard tail to the T6 entry as my first full suspension and it's amazing for the price!

Certainly sounds smooth AF

Love my T8. 90% a complete bike. just changed out some things of the personal comforts (handlebars, grips, and seat) I did have to get bigger rotors for better stopping power for my size. I only recommend that when you get a new polygon that you take to a shop for a complete inspection and get even thing tighten. I had to get a PNW stem because I didn't want to wait for the replacement from bikesonline due to screw strip out the threads on the stock stem.

I recently had a similar at a bike shop in C. Springs where I wanted to update my bike from a 3x8 Shimano with my SRAM NX drive train kit I bought to make it a 1x system. But I got the impression the tech didn’t want to work on my bike and said it didn’t fit. My entry level bike fits my needs since I am an older rider and I not doing anything extreme. Will do the installation myself and if I need help with the alignment I will take my bike to another shop.

My buddy has the T7. After one season his rear wheel is shot, the brakes fade bad when riding steep long trails, and the other components are so so. But if it’s your first legit MTB it’s a good way to get into the sport. However I’ve bought some really high end bikes used around 5-7 years old for less than the T7

It’s true this man is speaking truth my dad got me and my brother our first ever beginner hard tails (cannondale Trail 7 & Giant Talon 5 ) and my dad got the specialized rock hopper super sweet bikes of course they will need a tune up after a year of trail riding but all I have to say is as long as you don’t get a Walmart bike you will have fun also upgrade the pedals and get MTB shoes will help tremendously

Great video and message my friend. If you are riding your “cheap” bike in Santa Cruz, Bay Area or Tahoe then I would be happy to ride with you.

One of my local shops is the same way. Took my alloy GT Force 29 in while I was in the area to see if they had time to true the rear wheel since it took one too many sideways landings that day, and they definitely weren’t fans of it. One of my friends took their Santa Cruz Megatower in the next week for the same issue and had a much nicer visit. And this was late in the fall season when they weren’t busy.

Sounds like all this bike needs is tires that better suit where one rides, touch points if they don't work for you, better rotors and a better rear wheel.

Im pretty sure intense cycles sells bikes at Costco too.

I bought a beat up Siskiu N (the 160mm) The bushes & some of the hardware was shot and here in the UK there is ZERO after sales support. Luckily I am an engineer so I machined replacements and rebuild the bike with some upgrades. It’s an absolute beast! It’s got the travel & strength to eat up DH & bike parks but he’s still nimble.

I don't see why people hate on Polygon they are good affordable bikes. My friend Sarah rides a GT Zasker LT and had a person look down on her because of it.

I just wait for the end of year sales in October. Got my Bronson for 4k less and my fuel ex for 3.5k less. Sell whatever parts I want to change out and when all is said and done I get the bike supped up and still 1-1.5k less than retail

You are skilled!!!

Haters are gonna hate , sick trail vid Matty you was getting it 💪🏾💯

Yo, i was waiting for this video and I want to say, i want that polygon bike, it performance is really good, thanks man

"That's a Costco bike" - P. Kedinhighschool Joking aside, I've heard nothing but good things about Polygon.

My next bike may be a Polygon T8…there’s no secret to why Polygon can sell cheap bikes, they don’t have a huge retail footprint…I believe they are factory direct and very little marketing…if you know you know kinda thing…

Great value for money. I have the T8 and it’s amazing

Costco sells Intese 951 bikes

I’ve seen other bike reviews and comparison, Polygon bikes can hold its own. Polygon bikes is on my list based pricing and values.

😮.. Bed Bath & Beyond .. 😝😝😝 I've never even seen a Mountain bike at Costco ever, anyway. It's just odd people judging bikes these days. Saw a guy laugh at a guy with a 3.5k bike once because he had a 7k bike so you see it depends on the sanity.

Bruh, I'd get me a Polygon or Superior if I hadn't already bought two bikes in as many months. The wife is feeling a certain way right now. I feel like I'm gonna have to buy some jewelry and roses in the near future to keep in her good graces. ha ha.

Honestly... I ride my modified Polygon just as much as my S-Works Stumpjumper Evo that costs literally 5x as much because it doesnt ride 5x better but hurts 5x more when I crash on the SJ lol.

I enjoy my Polygon Xtrada HT and it's handled what I've put it through well

I have a T7 and I love it! Great bike! 😀😀

Polygon are excelent value for the price as i own the T8. I actually checked Canyon and YT and they are awesome spec's for price. But Polygon preforms amazing. But between the T7 and T8...id spend just the little bit more for the better components. I will admit that Polygon did cut costs on the wheels (tires were great). But i did swap them out for some used DT swiss 1900. Other than that the bike is stock.

I got a brand new Canyon Spectral 4 for the same price... Only during black Friday though. They are back up to around $2,229 - $2,300 again.

It’s not about the bike, it’s the rider that makes the bike perform.

Be better off buying a YT jefsy for 2k on sale right now. But I’m not hating on polygon. Everyone starts somewhere and everyone has a budget.

Thank you Matty! Let's Ride!

Got a polygon T8 (27.5) and the thing shreds.

This bike and trail look good. Nice video

One of my buddies just picked up a polygon, definitely a great starter bike. Not as nice as the standard stump jumper but gets the job done!

The bikes clearly "performing so far", as for bar's with a bigger rise, nothing wrong with PNW, though I am odds on pretty much twice your physical size (and as you sound hung up on PNW for what ever reason), if I have to choose new bars, I'd go straight to Renthal's alloy 'Fatbar' just as I have done previously; as all you have to do is just look up what most DH racers use if you want a strong reliable set of bars!

That is a lot of bike for the money. And the frame and geo are good enough to justify upgrading to mid level components down the road. Maybe toss a RS Pike on the front when you want a nicer fork, and a nicer wheelset down the road, most of the rest is fine and doesn't need upgrading.

Haters gonna hate, we all don’t need 10k enduro rigs

I can't abide snobs in anything when they mock gear based on price.

Honestly I went up to Whistler bike park on a base level Trek Marlin (yes a hard tail) $700 CAD and I did just fine. Actual passed people on pretty fancy bikes. So really, if your not competing or racing and not trying save milliseconds on your time you don’t need to spend thousands of dollars to have fun.

Looks like you RIP on this bike! I will make it my next one! bar swap for sure, I NEED more rise. Looks to be about it. The weight isn't bad, once you're use to it. ⚡💪🏾

My next bike will be a Poloygon. Good video

I have a marlin 8 2nd gen with upgrades ,i love it

I have a 1400 neuron 5 from canyon and I go and do everything that I will do with a 6k bike

Ain't nothing wrong with that bike. There's no room in our sport for bike snobs, ride what you got.

Popiness or lack thereof is often dependent on suspension setup.

That bike ate those trails for breakfast....🤙🏽

Awesome bike there is nothing wrong with that bike maybe I’d try to get a little weight off it but other then that super solid

I really hate when the privileged, spoon fed, Daddy owns a big business, never work for anything in my life types have the nerve to talk down about certain things just because it doesn't have a certain price tag. Yes, the components matter; yes, the build quality of the bike matters/frame geo, etc but ultimately it's the skill of the rider. Not everyone can afford the $4k, $6k, or $10k Specialized, Santa Cruz, Yeti, Transition, YT or Pivot type bikes. Just enjoy the ride and have fun.

I just got a Ex-Demo T7 for $1449!

Wow! Some ride and some bike. Thank you.

I wish I could get this bike at Costco. Can't seem to get it in Canada at all.

No wonder I wasn't getting your videos the last few months...

I'm wondering if a set of bars with 1-2" rise would give that front end a lighter feel.

i love my d6 ive been hit by two cars on it replace the bars fork and wheel set and that sucker can gooo. polygon is a decent brand people just hate.

You can have plenty of fun on a cheap bike, compare it to a high end bike and you’ll “get” the difference. It’s next level. Plushness, smoothness, the shifting is precise, the brakes have more strength and modulation. Etc. don’t knock high end. Just sayin’.

I wish it didn't have to feel like that. If I was in my 20s maybe I wouldn't mind a bike not recommended for pedaling climbs? Possible just a cheap Hunt or Chinese carbon wheelset would help that bike? I'd rather ride my gravel bike on greens than a tank on blues but I'm not a shuttler. I don't think I'm in bad shape but I don't like to be drained after the climb on normal 15-20mile, 1.5-3k elevation gain rides. If you really want to buy new I'd probably agree it's one of the better bikes but you can find a more well rounded bike used for close to that price. Especially factoring in needing a wheel upgrade ootb to make it pedalable on big terrain.

I think it handled the Business Matty........🤝🏾🇺🇸💪🏾👍🏾

Shoot , right now I would be happy to have 1500 to spend on a bike 😂

This is 1900 (+100 for shipping that's a 2k) already lol, no way I'm paying that markup, something about it rubs me the wrong way. At that price point, you can definitely find better deals

3000 miles and 3 broken spokes...that's IT for problems!

It is a solid entry level full suspension bike. The drivetrain and suspension spec is what I would consider the starting point for a “real” mountain bike. The wheelset and hubs are a weak point and where they cut some cost. The entity parts are kind of just house brand stuff that are functional but heavy. The bike is a solid bike and would be priced in the $2,000-$2,300 range if it was from a larger manufacturer. The frame is made by PT Insera Sena which makes frames for companies like Marin. I would consider them slightly below Kinesis in quality. Kinesis is who makes frames for Commencal, Diamondback, Felt, GT, Haro, Ideal, Jamis, K2, Kona, Kross, Raleigh, Redline, Santa Cruz, Schwinn, Storck, Sunn, Titus, Torker, and Trek. The T7 is definitely a bike someone can go with. I have to disagree with the tektro brakes though. They are marginally better than the MT200’s and nowhere near a SLX or XT in terms or performance. Also, Maddie, the next time you get a bike with code r brakes revive the stock pads and install some purple Emtb pads from Galfer. They TOTALLY remove any soft feeling the brakes have. A real game changer.

I live in mexico city and 1500 dolars in México 1 dólar is 17 pesos ,25500pesos in México thats a lot of money like in USA paying 25500 dolars...😮

It makes me chuckle the amount of bike snobs out there. End of the day its not the bike, its the rider. The bike can only help.

Polygon makes good bikes

Smiles for miles 👍🏻