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Santa Cruz MegaTower - The Bike I Should Have Bought

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The BEST MTB Wheels! https://bit.ly/VanCan-NOBLwheels Today I demo a SantaCruz MegaTower from Kinetik Cycles. This 160/160 29er is a beast of a bike with pretty similar specs and geo to the Enduro I currently own. So, did I make the right choice with the Enduro? Should I have bought the MegaTower? Let me know in the comments! Join our Discord community and get videos a week early! http://bit.ly/SupportVANCAN Want a VanCan shirt!? http://bit.ly/VANCANshirts INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/Vancan-Instagram STRAVA: https://www.strava.com/athletes/25366374 Check out my gear here US LINKS: GoPro Hero 7: https://amzn.to/2JYRxMm GoPro Hero 5: https://amzn.to/2t8etPH GoPro Karma Grip: https://amzn.to/2JNgSd4 GoPro Wind Screen: https://amzn.to/2MDSusn GoPro Chesty: https://amzn.to/2VWMEdK My Helmet: https://amzn.to/2t6m41k My Pack: https://amzn.to/2M1nz7T My Dropper: https://amzn.to/2JT3gwF OR this is the setup used by many other MTB YouTubers EVO SS Gimbal: https://amzn.to/2M38mbk GoPro Chesty: https://amzn.to/2VWMEdK Thank you to my Producer patrons! Berm Unit - http://bit.ly/2Swkimf Judy Zilinski

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@shawnparenteau9395منذ 4 سنوات Imagine just living in that area and being able to ride there whenever you want, Jesus Christ that trail is amazing 316
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@canadianbacon5474منذ 4 سنوات I love how he’s just casually describing the bike while shredding. Those trails are beautiful, I wish my local trails were like that 117
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@spuddo123منذ 4 سنوات You shouldn't have bought an Enduro or a Megatower - you should've bought at Walmart Huffy 101
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@ilikerealflightمنذ 4 سنوات That follow cam was sweet. On a side note, now I know why Seth says to follow a Canadian if you wanna get faster 33
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@blakef.8566منذ 4 سنوات "let's try a flow trail", then proceeds to be pointed straight at the ground 19
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@toddfathermtb6942منذ 4 سنوات Damn, that was fun to watch.love your ability to ride ridiculously hard trails and commentate the entire time.amazing! 50
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@bradleywatters6209منذ 3 سنوات He is able to control the bike so well, it is quite impressive! 9
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@donnovicki9771منذ 4 سنوات "Pretty much the same" that about sums it up. 55
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@AntoineThisdaleمنذ 4 سنوات I remember getting on the Mega and having this weird "way more nimble than it looks" moment. With that signature "feels very small even id="hidden2" class="buttons"> tho its my size" thing that most Santa Cruz bikes have. I choose the Bronson for the 27.5 and i love it; but on a rewind and having had the change to try before, i'd probably've gone with the 29er Mega. Dope bike. Super fun to ride. ....وسعت 5
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@Moondoggy1941منذ 4 سنوات I could only dream of riding that kind of terrain back in the early 70's, we assembled our own BMX bikes the Frankenstein way. The town I lived in was absolutely flat. 3
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@madrapperdaveمنذ 4 سنوات Came here for the review and left just amazed at how lucky you are to have such awesome local trails. A seed has been planted to visit Vancouver that's id="hidden4" class="buttons"> for sure. I've always known about the great trails but your excellent footage has really opened my eyes! Cheers, Dave - new subscriber! ....وسعت 1
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@KestrelYIمنذ 4 سنوات to was an incredible section of trail. That bike was ripping! Good stuff, man. . 6
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@marklopez5267منذ 4 سنوات Dude this is easily one of the best MTB videos I've seen! Kudos to you for such great content. Love the way your footage comes out! Can you please share equipment/settings? Thanks! 3
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@mjl3037منذ 4 سنوات Well I just found your page and watched the last three videos leading up to this one. I am 50 and looking to re capture my youth and ride a good bike! id="hidden7" class="buttons"> Through your research and demo, I myself will be saving up for a Santa Cruz. I am in northern California, so I will probably go to Santa Cruz and demo one for myself. Thanks for the videos/info, keep them coming! ....وسعت 1
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@superspecky4eyesمنذ 4 سنوات That step up, up, side ways and over the log was so cool. 2
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@MaxMustermannnnnnمنذ 4 سنوات I have never ridden a Specialized Enduro, so I dont know how it feels. But the Megatower is a hell of a bike. Im glad I bought one. Its extreme fast if you ride it really hard. Its worth every penny. 7
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@lossantoscity3249منذ 4 سنوات That Trail at - is technical as fckk but you made it look so easy while talking. Your on God Mode man. . 1
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@BhBraaqمنذ 4 سنوات This is what my Intense Carbine is compared too. I've heard great things. Glad you liked it. 7
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@satn3345منذ 4 سنوات Great video! Loved the part where you following the rider down Boogie Nights. Oh and the skinnies scenes are awesome too! Kinetik FTW! 2
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@JasonChambersPhotoمنذ 4 سنوات Another awesome video buddy, great to see a few riders in front. You were flying! 1
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@jakepinnell844منذ 4 سنوات The reason it feels rougher and stiffer is the linkage. it’s well know to not be as small bump sensitive because It has so much anti squat 3
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@1982daverogersمنذ 4 سنوات Recently bought my Megatower coil, running it on low and long setting. Its a beast, climbs well for a big bike but nails the downhill. However be aware id="hidden10" class="buttons"> I broke my rear Reserve yesterday, very shocked tbh as it wasnt a huge case just some roots. Warranty here I come. ....وسعت 3
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@adriantaner7950منذ 4 سنوات these tire sounds are like music to my ears i want an asmr of these trails 5
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@Magromancerمنذ 4 سنوات ok that’s pretty funny, I actually was at Kinetik Cycles this past Thursday, I’m getting a new Troy Lee Designs Helmet after my last one got dented, unfortunately they don’t have any of the D3 Helmets in stock, I’m just hoping I can find a place that has them so I can figure out what size I need before I need it when Whistler opens up again. ....وسعت 5
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@GrantEllmanمنذ 4 سنوات sounds nice and quiet which is always appreciated 1
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@FreerideQuebecمنذ 4 سنوات This is by far your best video (Don't get me wrong, I love everything that you do) But the trails you rode in that one it's just on a next level, I'dd dream about having that as my backyard 3
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@danielcipolla4995منذ 4 سنوات Oh man would love a bike like this but wouldn't even have enough for "budget" bikes lol. The dream for one day I guess. Confuses me how id="hidden13" class="buttons"> you narrate so well and talk about the bike through these trails! top notch! ....وسعت 1
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@flyingnorsemanمنذ 4 سنوات The SC sounds like a tank in the woods. The Enduro sounds like a butterfly. 4
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@Guinesonمنذ 4 سنوات Man, to have that confidence in the wet jank would be sweet. 9
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@victorkomarovمنذ 4 سنوات "But if you're looking to race and do some enduros like I'm gonna be doing this summer." - oh man, little did you know 7
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@thehotyestbread6380منذ 4 سنوات Damn. I just love the Santa Cruz Magatower. 21
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@gr8fulrideمنذ 4 سنوات Nice video. I got the 19 hightower lt. Feels stiff to me too, but fast, and makes gravel out of boulders and big chunk.
I usually ride a mid travel id="hidden14" class="buttons"> bike, (130) but wanted something more capable in steeper, rougher trails.
Evil the offering is next I'd like to demo. ....وسعت 14
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@pault2417منذ 4 سنوات Still Riding super old bikes in my 2000 ish Specialized FSR Comp and Santa Cruz Bullit. So have been looking at both brands again. Was at Toronto bike show this weekend and not one Santa Cruz was there to demo. Was Bummed 2
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@jlevenson1745منذ 2 سنوات You can go down stairs on these things but you got to keep moving forward, have control of the brakes and keep moving forward until you can stop safely. 1
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@harzenduroمنذ 4 سنوات Thank's for this video. I'll be doing a similar video with the Specialized Enduro soon, having had the Megatower for a while now. I just want to know what I may be missing out on. 3
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@gregorypatzelt6964منذ 4 سنوات You now have an S works Enduro - an incredible bike. Specialized showed you that they have amazing customer service, I think either way it's pretty much the same. 62
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@Dathangrahamمنذ 4 سنوات I love my MegaTower CC XO1. I just put a Lyric 170mm on it. can't wait to try it out. my best bud runs the enduro s works and he loves it! Like you said can't go wrong. Thanks for the content!! 3
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@BasicBodThorمنذ 4 سنوات Hey, just wanted to say thanks for the videos. Just found your channel and looking for my first mountain bike to ride the North Shore.
Hi from PoMo :) 1
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@nicom4996منذ 4 سنوات Lovely trails, superb riding! I think you have a new subscriber! 1
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@bobrose7900منذ 4 سنوات Had me on the edge of my seat - you know that trail well and on someone else's bike! Good video. 3
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@pbls43منذ 4 سنوات I think the Megatower it's stiffer because of the kinematics,even with the coil Deluxe people complain it's not on the same level of plushness of the Hightower and Bronson. 2
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@kingrat738منذ 4 سنوات Must be running Super MaxxGrip tires!! I'd be slipping all over the show on this trails. 5
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@aaronwaterman6982منذ 4 سنوات Seemed like u were flicking that santa cruz around real good!..I'm a santa cruz fanboy..just fit me so well 7
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@Teleman01منذ 4 سنوات I can just almost feel myself going over the handlebars a few times watching you go down this trail LOL. I'm not quite up to that speed yet)) 2
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@SomeBloke7منذ 4 سنوات So dreamy, oh to be able to ride trails like these! 1
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@alwaysoutdoors4877منذ 3 سنوات I was just watching this for the entertainment, but now I have turned to buying the Megatower instead of a Scott Ransom or a Fezzari La Sal Peak. Nice video! 1
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@brendanriel888منذ 4 سنوات Wow that $100 rental that goes towards a new bike is amazing. 3
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@marc.the.magician6016منذ 4 سنوات Nice viedo Dude keep on doing nice edits 1
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@reza2wheels443منذ 3 سنوات So far the best bike. especially with coil down hill. Is like flying. Claiming no complaint. If you have 2 stroke. And strong piston. You can do it. Week people. Walmart is the las resource 1
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@Jay-wb9hqمنذ 4 سنوات Man what a cool trail. That is awesome! 1
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@davidwilliam9424منذ 4 سنوات Hey bro . cool commentary on the way to paradise you steer the bike like a tanker at - Sea!! Wat a video cool & hard riding my friend you pu id="hidden24" class="buttons">t boys to real men . this is SAS training very impressed but balls of courage & top marks on a splendid journey to the unknown bike of ‘Santa Cruz’. i wud dream to own one of these bikes.someday but this a mean , Clean machine of a well designed bike. Saaaaaaannnnntà Crùzzzzzzzzzzzzz keep up the good work ....وسعت 1
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@gogovitch66منذ 4 سنوات maaan! Nice riding and this trail looks sooo sweeet!! :D Thx! ^^ 3
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@mtbnorcal8منذ 4 سنوات Do you ride your Enduro in the High or Low setting? I recently switched mine to the High position an find it makes the bike so much more playful and poppy. It also help the steering in tight areas be faster. 3
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@beefwantko7269منذ 4 سنوات jesus it looked like you about to smash into everytree on the way down lol 10
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@zepp3linمنذ 4 سنوات Judging from both of your ride on the Specialize and Santa, I prefer the Santa definitely. I'm not biased here towards Santa Cruz because I never own both brands before. 1
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@rockbrd1منذ 4 سنوات Awesome video and description of bike. You remind me of guy kesteven describe as you ride . you have great balance riding trials. 1
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@bryanmchugh1307منذ 4 سنوات Damn OP you can freaking RIDE! That Santa Cruz looks like it weighs next to nothing! 1
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@buildswithbooher419منذ 4 سنوات Seems like an excellent bike. I think if I ever move to a 29er, this might be the one! I still like the playfulness of my 27.5. Maybe I should just get both. 1
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@rxonmymind8362منذ 3 سنوات I slowed your video down to half speed. Perfect, that's my speed. OBVIOUSLY there is a huge experience gap between us. 1
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@Mmtwgrمنذ 4 سنوات You don‘t have to worry about bears with sram brakes. 58
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@rangi0072منذ 4 سنوات dude that trail is hectic it would take me 9hrs to get down that . you are a sick rider
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@watsonthedog264منذ 4 سنوات I’m actually glad you got the enduro, where I live there are just so many santa cruz bikes and megatowers make a big portion of those. It’s nice to see some variety 4
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@mrvwbug4423منذ 4 سنوات Seems as expected, north shore stuff seems to favor a trail bike with decent travel, nimble but can still take the drops. Something like a SC Hightower, id="hidden29" class="buttons"> Trek Remedy, Giant Trance (27.5) or Canyon Spectral would do really well there. ....وسعت
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@austin9155منذ 3 سنوات Gotta see your impressions on the Specialized Status mullet 160. 1
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@paulgiles7456منذ 4 سنوات Just test rode the Enduro, I did like it, but may just be to much of big bike for me. 4
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@sparky9864منذ 4 سنوات Life is too short. If you can afford it, I vote for owning both. Ignore the naysayers. Ride the one you want on the day that you want. It will sort itself id="hidden30" class="buttons"> out later or you will buy your next bike and just keep moving on - HA!!! In the meantime enjoy life - it's too short. You do a great job on your videos so keep up the good work. I even enjoyed the walk in the woods while you talked to us! Thanks for sharing with us. ....وسعت 1
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@Hendricksb123منذ 4 سنوات Wow!! Great review and entertaining video. 1
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@ZacHighamمنذ 4 سنوات I just got a Canyon Torque CF 7.0, Straight of it rides incredible on the downhill, it honestly feels comparable to my DH bike just a lot lighter. But id="hidden31" class="buttons"> one thing, and it's a massive thing, is that the quality isn't the best from the frame department (yes I get they cut costs somewhere) but the manufacturing of the hardware such as linkage bolts etc just doesn't feel as clean or well made as on my Norco. The bearings they use aren't enduro bearings or a well known quality manufacturer either. All in it's a great bike and feels good, but little flaws like that need addressing to increase longevity, I wish reviewers would talk about things like this. ....وسعت 1
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@georgesteinhagen8147منذ 4 سنوات I have the 2019 Bronson CC which is 27.5+. I recently bought the Cascade Link with gave me 7mm extra travel in the rear and allowed me to install a coil id="hidden32" class="buttons"> spring. I just installed a MRP 210X55 shock with the 550+ Progressive coil.WOW!!!! Fun-Fun-Fun!!!! ....وسعت 2
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@nils5861منذ 4 سنوات You should try out your old bike (27.5 Capra) and see how it feels 2
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@floppyjaloppy1منذ 4 سنوات i personally feel that the rockshox deluxe (select, select plus, ultimate) is a terrible choice as a rear shock for that bike. Coil or any other air shock makes the bike feel a lot better 1
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@MissingLinkMTBمنذ 4 سنوات Pretty confident I would've picked this over my Nomad, but hey, it was 2018. so. 2
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@tommiesturkenboom3862منذ 4 سنوات Bikes just get more numb and better at plowing when they get bigger. Guess thats why the megatower is more poppy and fun than the Enduro. Just less fast probably. Don’t get carried away with more travel is always better ;) 3
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@bike_sommمنذ 4 سنوات Nice man! Really liked how you picked apart the bikes in comparison, makes me happy to know my bike can handle these trails that I have yet to see for id="hidden35" class="buttons"> myself! Now I just gotta get my lazy Valley Bum up there and give er a Go! ....وسعت 2
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@ewan_youngمنذ 2 سنوات did you find your phone ? anyway great riding and trails ! 2
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@harris7772منذ 4 سنوات I have to say it would be santa cruz allday for me but they are both epic bikes! And them trails look sick shame i live in the uk. Nice riding aswell 1
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@KerronBrowneمنذ 4 سنوات Nice video bro that 29' handles well 1
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@FortySomethingRiderمنذ 4 سنوات Have tried one in Scotland recently and it is absolutely wonderful. Would love to own one but they are very pricey $$$ 1
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@endurorideraja6766منذ 4 سنوات What trail system is this? Seriously some of the coolest trails i've seen! 1
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@Pinebaron2011منذ 4 سنوات Newbi here, want to start with a high end bike, and was thinking of getting the Megatower 2020 or is it worth waiting for 2021; any thoughts? 2
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@DriemzyGamingمنذ 4 سنوات The enduro will feel allot better when you hit whistler. 7
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@cogetoergoمنذ 4 سنوات I don't know about the bikes man, not in my wheelhouse to compare bikes. I love what I got. But that was some good POV.
.However, I did have to Google the Mega Tower. 1
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@roondoggers87منذ 4 سنوات You should give Knolly a try if you ever have the opportunity. 1
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@kollettejorgecarrasco8594منذ 4 سنوات @vancan
Yo! Great video! Question from someone going from a 26” heckler to thinking about getting the latest tallboy..i like to hit dirt jumps on my heckler and my 20” BMX.I’m 5’9 3/4” with shoes on.do you have issues with your butt buzzing the rear tire? Is this technique, and just something that I will get used to eventually? Never owned a 27.5 or a 29 before. ....وسعت 2
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@Clouder77منذ 4 سنوات I got the Enduro Expert in Red. Hard to find, but found one. 1
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@scootersendsمنذ 4 سنوات So for riding the shore/ Squamish area - would you ultimately recommend the Megatower or Enduro? What do you dislike about the Enduro? I am currently trying to decide between these two models. Thanks! 1
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@carniege9144منذ 4 سنوات Base mega tower or specialized comp carbon for everything what would you choose? 1
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@maryjanevidales8985منذ 4 سنوات It's not The Bike,,Its the person riding The Bike & Ur Badass!! 2
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@hannesnohl8627منذ 3 سنوات I think Santa Cruz should spec the Megatiwer with a 170 Fork and steepen the seat tube angle and this thing would be an enduro machine. 1
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@PreRideProمنذ 4 سنوات you should test the yeti sb 150 as well ;) 2
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@mb7762منذ 4 سنوات @VanCan do you think the enduro would be more fun if you downsized? 1
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@paklenipatuljakمنذ 4 سنوات Great trail. I could ride it for the rest of my life 2

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