don't support the fookers they're just a knock off copy of the race face Chesters.

Love your thinking. :)

That was a badass comment. 💪🏼

1 year after… as it been worth going into debt?

The Large is too big so I am looking to downsize. Disaster

Would you still buy one again. I found a deal on a c r version 4199.99 brand new. Very twmpting

@@yamahschector Absolutely! Its an amazing bike. After a year of riding it, I'm still very much in love with this bike. I got the low end model so some of the components weren't the best, but i've swapped out a few things to make it a little more to my liking. I'm super happy with it.

Also. It’s not as great at technical climbs as full 29. And yes the front end is extremely light and lifty during steep climbs.

@@ridemx323 I'm a 29er person and I'm leaning towards getting a Hightower. I do really like the gold color of the Bronson though.

Cool. I did notice that the stack is really high, even higher than a megatower, and this makes even worse for climbing I presume. I was hoping something similar to hightower except the smaller rear. Do you feel that higher stack is better or worse for overall Bronson experience?

How’s that ? Did you not climb any good on the HT?

@@edwardbntz8825 oh for sure the HT climbed better on prolonged climbs but on short punchy climbs the bronson is great. I’m just more into riding in park/jumps and features and the Bronson suits my riding style more. Can’t go wrong with either one though

I second that

Yea, we are still waiting. They is even an alloy version for y’all to test now too 🤷🏼

Our Transition Scout review...SUPER fun bike! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iLSPhqepmsy-YX0.html

@@vitalmtb Yes, thx. I know that first review you made 2020, but what about long-term?

update.... ya boy got a bronson!

What size did you go with?

@@JohnnStamos I’m 6 foot tall. Chose the large. Really good fit for me. 32” inseam if that helps.

@@JohnnStamos I’m 6 foot tall. Chose the large. Really good fit for me. 32” inseam if that helps.

Are these bikes coming thru for routine maintenance by dentist owners or are there serious issues with these expensive bikes, which I would expect to be bomb proof?

@@radidoc4832 what's with the dentist comments constantly..I'm mere tradesman's heavy equipment mechanic..I can afford this stuff

@@flow2tech Yes, the joke was that may be a dentist wouldn't be interested in tuning his or her bike so would leave to a shop. But people like you or me would be interested in tuning the bike ourselves. So is it safe to say these are bomb proof bikes that doesn't require visits to the shops frequently?

@@radidoc4832 I get it now brother...lol..I just prioritize my life in a way where I can afford a nice bike.. Health investing...

some bikes arent made for everyone. so many factors go into it

Glad you enjoyed the review! Brad is 5'9" with a long torso and short legs (30" inseam). After testing both of these bikes in a medium and toying with some large frames, a medium is absolutely the right fit for him. Our other rider (super boost-o-matic, Logan) is 5'10" and also enjoyed the Bronson in a medium. Cheers!

wait til August, new bronson v5 coming out.

Glad you liked it

I would do the opposite

The Bronson is definitely down to handle more than the 5010 due to the travel and the big front wheel. As you could see, it's still plenty nimble in the park and jumps, too. If you don't have big terrain, the 5010 is still awesome. Here's our video if you missed it - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g9p2f5iftJrWZIk.html

That's the ultimate question for those who want a Mullet!

Good luck setting the sag with a fox shock.

Same exact height. You might not see this before I buy the Bronson but if you're running a mullet do you find your rear end doesn't hit the back tire often on the downhill? lol. Seems to happen quite a bit to me with my short legs on my Stumpjumper.

@@tkbikesnc6079 I was a bit unclear, I meant back wheel clearance not standover.

Because it makes the bike cheaper having to have two different paint lines in production will needlessly increase price and if you don’t like it spray paint is only 10 bucks

and hightower!

here's our Rallon test - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/kM92i5hjtJ-UnH0.html - the Rallon is definitely a bigger bike but was still plenty playful. If you lean towards bigger, rowdier riding more regularly, then the Rallon is it. If you lean towards riding that is more trail oriented or jumpy/flowy with less frequent big-hit terrain, than the Bronson is the call.

@@vitalmtb Boise foothills , eagle bike park , Tamarack, Bogus, McCall area.

What did you get in the end? If u bought a Bronson, is it better than the nomad v4?

@@MiChElnumber4 Hi there. I went with the Bronson. It's hard for me to admit that cause I enjoyed and loved the V4 Nomad for 4 years, but I can say that the new Bronson is better in pretty much everyway than the nomad. Mullet set up is a big step up for me to ride my local trails at Vancouver BC area, suspension feels great, never really felt I have 20mm less travel, it feels more active and playful but it also feels more stable at speed due to the updated geo I think. The new Nomad V5 just landed as a mullet too, I bet its very nice too. Just depends on what kind of terrain you gonna ride I think. Btw, I was coming from 27 wheels, so took me a little bit time to get used to mullet, even now, I still don't feel 100% on berms, but I think it is just matter of time to get there. Hope this helps, cheers.

sorry I was trying to say the new Nomad V6 ;)

our nomad review. it wasn't as long-term as the bronson, but we were impressed for sure! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jbmPf8aKqsW5imQ.html

@@vitalmtb that’s ooooooold 🙈 But okay, since I have my own Nomad now, I have to make my own ‘long term review’ I guess 😂🤓 Happy trails 🤙🏼

Broke people problems.

You should demo one somewhere where you can get it up to speed. They’re a ton more stable at speed. I actually sized up with my Bronson V3 I like the extra front center and reach so much. They do lose some of that flickability but SC seems to minimize that more than some other brands, and their sweet spot is when pushing it more. Just a different way to ride. For me, being about to hit 50 and not looking to add any more injuries to my already too long list, I like the extra safety net they provide. ODB (Ol Dirty Bronson is her name) has bailed me out of some self inflicted botches.

I hear you have to put more emphasis on more weight up front on long slack bikes when turning. I use to have 2bikes. That Hightower LT and now my 2019 Norco Sight carbon 29er. Both very much flickable and tons of fun on fast runs too. I feel like , ive got the best of both world’s. Norco has a shorter chainstay. Love that. I am over 50 and im not sure if I need a faster down hill bike. I can easily go over my skill set on a bike that’s long and too slack. With all these frame geo going so long and slack…. It takes me out of the market for new frame. And ive been riding FS bikes for 7 years. Besides most of my local trails have tight corners. In a sense its actually not so good for beginners. They aren’t skilled enough to go fast to benefit the updated geo. And then these bikes are kinda cumbersome at slow speeds for beginners. Which makes it not so fun. Then when they do open it up on the downs… the speed can easily go over their skill set, which could be dangerous

@@catg9196 couldn’t agree more. Took me a good two years to finally get the cornering down, and sometimes I still find I slip into the old muscle memory. I always encourage newbies to get a bike that will force them to do it, and not rely on the bike. Once the skills are there, then go get the bigger bike. But man, if you have the experience and enjoy going fast, they are so much fun. I don’t ever want one that takes away the fun factor of riding, which is why for the sweet spot is a Santa sized up. Whatever we ride tho, at least we’re riding! Have fun out there. 🤙

Having said that , im curious about a mullet set up. Ill wait a year and a half. I build up my bikes.

@@catg9196 me too. Soon as they have demos again i wanna try the newBronson and Chameleon.

my lbs changes them every service if i bring it in

Did a bearing warranty claim on 11/4 and they shipped 11/11. So pretty quick considering current delays.

@@Lozy_mtb damn, nice!

I've had 3 sets of bearings from them in the UK. All delivered within a week of claiming. I also had a frame replaced under warranty. I normally don't comment, but they have been outstanding with me.

Havent made a warranty claim yet but bearing been no problem. To me within a week of ordering. Frame warranty is only for manufacturing defects. They will call you on it if you’re trying to claim it for a crash. Although for a crash they will sell you replacement at discount. Which is cool.

Both of those are among our favorite bikes this last year but for very different reasons. The 141 has a much more serious, hauling-ass kind of nature to it and feels like it will climb up a wall with enough power. Where it falls off is in the "fun" department. This would be where the Bronson takes over, fantastic trail manners with plenty of room for tom-foolery. It boils down to what and how you like to ride.

@@vitalmtb Thank you so much for the response! I had a 5010 that I loved for playing around on the trails near my house, but looking for something that will be a little bit better for an occasional bike park and more aggressive trail rides, but still have a ton of fun on. Looks like I'll have to place an order on a Bronson!

@@olsod1 i can tell you that the Bronson V3 fits what you are looking for exactly- cause that’s exactly how I use it. And I don’t think they diminished that all with the V4. 🤙

We've had concerns with the durability of the NX drivetrain. Our main concern here is the NX cassette uses the older, HG driver body which will make upgrading down the road more involved and expensive due to the included cost of a new rear hub/wheel. Taking the cost hit up front with the S (GX) build will get riders on the latest hub standards.

The first look video was June 8th, they likely had it for a few weeks at that point. So, a whole riding season. That's long term enough.

@@petertyliszczak3411 6 or 7 months is not “long term” man. Let’s just be real about why they really put the words “long term review” in the title….so more people would click on the video. I’m not hating, I’m just calling it for what it is. “Long term” is often considered to be longer than 3 years. The only living thing that would consider 7 months to be “long term” would be a gold fish, and….you I suppose. 👊🏼🤪

@@TheCureThatKillz lol. Please go tell the wide world of internet reviewers from phones to trucks, computers, headphones, bikes, lawnmowers. They've all been inappropriately using the phrase long term and need to stop.

@@TheCureThatKillz what do you consider long term then? People are always going through bikes yearly

@@petertyliszczak3411 no need to get your panties in a bunch dude and jump on the defense. I’m simply stating that 7 months is not classified as a “long term” period of time. You said it yourself, “a whole riding season”. If you went to take a multiple choice test and the question was “which of these time spans is considered “long term” and they have options for 2 - 7 months, 7 months to 2 years or 2 years to 4 years…. you and I both know the majority of people will choose the longest time span option. If you weren’t being a prick and had an ounce of humility within yourself you’d admit that but this is the internet and you’re a gold fish so we know that won’t happen. Do you also think 2+2 could equal 6?? Or is 4 the correct answer?!? LOL #dewey

The model they tested would come in at around ₹736247. Even in usd the cost is staggering when some fairly well built full suspension bikes can be had at or above ₹178527.

"MTP cycle"?

Bro cycle India price MTP

I can. Everytime I go to sleep. Lol.

“At least 2.8?” They won’t do that. That’s because 2.8 and above is terrible and would completely ruin the purpose of the 5010.

Just curious what you didn't like about the Bronson you demoed?

So what did you end up getting?

@@radidoc4832 Nada. I demo'd the Bronson, Ripmo, Sentinel and am still looking. Thankful to have my old Bronson around while I search, which makes me think I should stay loyal to SC... I wish I could ride a Pivot but the local Pivot dealer is on my "dead to me" list lol. What are you riding or looking to ride?

@@crjmoto I have a 5 year old Cannondale Trigger 27.5 with old geo and a lefty, that I wanted to upgrade before I get really old and have to get an ebike. I was thinking of Mullet like Bronson or Stumpjumper Evo with Mullet link. Main reason is I have short legs and want to avoid butt buzz from 29 rear. I really need to get some Demos time!

@@radidoc4832 Trigger's are awesome and I loved riding a lefty (Cannondale Prophet). I think the Bronson is worth the demo cost for you. Build quality is great. Rocky Mountain has the option of a Mullet build as well. That one seems to be popular here in Western CO. Good luck!

God gave you two kidneys but you only live once! Lol