2023 Yeti SB140 29er Test Ride & Review
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- The 2023 Yeti SB140 is an incredible 29" do it all trail bike!! Yeti SB140: bit.ly/41eVkZP
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2023 Yeti SB140
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I have been using this hip pack for a couple years now and It is awesome! Thanks for the recommendation Jason. I use it on any ride that is shorter than half day where I would need to take more food and water with me.
I want the bike just because of the color. Yeti really makes the most beautiful bikes.
Yep!! This and the Sage are really nice looking bikes in person!!
That new purple color is NOICE!
I like how the yeti gets the backseat treatment while the Ripmos are on the bike rack 🤣
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If I were ever to spring for a Yeti, this might be the bike. Great review as always!
Im here for the SB120 vs SB140 comparison
coming soon!! Maybe 2 weeks... we'll see how soon I can film and edit. Been spending a lot of time on the two bikes
The previous model of the Yeti SB140 had 27.5 inch wheels. I have one and it is the best mountain bike I have ever ridden. I agree with your review. Love your enthusiasm.
Thank you! I had a lot of fun a few years ago on the 27.5 sb140... excited to try out the new sb135
TL;DR: Yumyum, you're a true gem on CZcams. Keep doing what you're doing providing real unbiased content.
I've seen you comment on the difficulties of being a smaller channel and not getting the same access as the bigger channels. But, in my opinion, you not having the same press level access to bike brands is what makes your channel so special in today's CZcams space.
It would be VERY difficult not to develop some level of unconscious bias, even if you aren't financially compensated by big brands, if you were being flown out to press events and developing close relationships with people in each brand while being provided free product. I see it happen to nearly every channel (not just in the MTB world) I’ve subbed to over the years as they go full-time and reach for maximal growth (cue the cringe "I pooed my pants face" thumbnail with "99% Don't Know This Easy Fix!!!" title). Not that big channel growth is bad, but relying on having relationships with brands in order to get early access (which has a direct effect on their channel financially), undoubtedly results in some level of unconscious favoritism. I don't blame any of these full-timers at all, but their channels definitely take on a different tone when they rely on their channel to support their livelihood and their families. I'm growing tired of every product review on other channels being the most glowing ad copy of the best thing ever made. Granted, bikes now are really really good, but c'mon with that, "The only real negative I can find is I wish it were more affordable, but you get a lot for the money ."
So, we're all very lucky you are successful in your day job and get to make this channel exactly what YOU want it to be. I hope it continues to be a fun and fulfilling hobby/project worth the amount of work it takes while not being "work".
With all that said, it's not that I DON'T want your channel to explode. You deserve it and more people would greatly benefit from your reviews and hearing what you have to say. But, I can feel pretty confident that when you give your honest opinion, it is just that.
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This is on its way to replace my 130LR and 150. Yeti #12 that I have owned! Its so good!
wow, congrats!
Good to see more expensive bikes coming with paint jobs that really pop. Pivot and Yeti are the best right now...couldn't imagine having to look at a Santa Cruz or Ibis parked in my bicycle room.
I also like how Yeti puts that steep progression at the end of their leverage curve. That's good bike design.
Completely agree! I also like that you have a bicycle room!!
I guess you missed the pearl burgundy that came on the new Hightower months BEFORE this one came out. Makes this one look dull. Santa Cruz paintjobs hold up through time. I wish my Pivot had more pop instead of the grey it came with.
Ibis looks great…What are you talking about?
@@Burritosarebetterthantacos I do like the new HD6 colors.
Would be rad to hear your comparison between previous sb150 . Thanks Jason! Enjoy
Highly interested in that as well. Have a 150, need a companion bike for less demanding trails.
That would be cool....
Cool review as always. like that you are breaking climbing up into tech and efficiency. I am kinda' hoping you post the footage of the full Zen loop. It is fun to see how someone else rides it.
haha yeah, next time I'm in St George I should do that.
Great review Jason! So many great bikes available
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Congrats on the new bike !! That’s the color I’d get too, things beautiful.
I was tore between this and the Sage color... both very nice in person!
@@mtbyumyum There was a mountain bike race and festival called Rides and Vibes in Grand Junction Colorado last weekend. I got to check out that Sage color in person it’s really nice too.
Just got my SB140 LR a few weeks back. Have few rides on it and it's def a great all around bike. I was hoping that it was on par with the Ripmo as a lighter weight enduro bike. I came from a Megatower so I was hoping it would be a more lively climber but still able to handle steeper bits. So far so good!
Yeah, I think the SB140 fits right into that roll of a do everything bike! I could have no idea of where I would be riding and no matter the terrain I think I would be glad to be on the SB140!!
My last back was the Megatower also and looking for a more pedal friendly machine now. How are you getting on with the SB140? How is it climbing? Is it a notieable difference to the Mega ? If not, then maybe i will look at the SB120 instead. Thanks!
@@duffyrides I find it does better at tech climbing than the megatower, suspension is more supple and moves out of the way. The megatower with an air shock at least climbs pretty well. Where you see a big diffrence is that the sb140 feels better at lower speeds and it's just more fun but can still hang on the steeper bits ... but not as stable at high speed as megatower. If you're keeping the megatower I think adding a sb140 would be way too much overlap. I ditched the mega for the 140. I wanted to move down to a more all mountain/trail bike from enduro. Having said that ... i'm kinda making the sb140 a bit burlier now and put on a EXT Storia to help with the rough stuff .... Going to a sb120 from a megatower would be a totally different kind of bike but if you're going to have two bikes... I'd go SB120 so that there's more differentiation.
@@BogdanMiliu thanks for that reply ! I sold the Megatower ..i do a lot of road riding these days and racing sometimes as well , but im looking to buy another MTB that will be the one to do it all, long mornings in the hills , and also get rowdy as I come from a. Motocross background and I just like to have as much fun as possible on any little jump I can find !
@@duffyrides then the 140 should do well. One thing I love is how it feels when cornering. Def a smalller feeling bike and just feels great in corners. You can also turn it into a mini enduro if you wanted by putting on some dh tires and a coil shock. It’s def a well rounded bike.
The sb120 would be more if you’re into doing long xc rides where speed and efficiency is the name of the game. Def try both out if you can. For me personally I skew towards the long travel side.
I think that a 77* STA and 65* is the ideal geo for an all around trailbike. The 77* STA is an ideal position for seated climbing. The 65* HTA is slack but not so slack that the front wheel feels floppy. Overall, you end up with a wheelbase that isn't too long for twisty trails or flat trails, but is still long enough to be a confident descender on steeper trails. And in my opinion, most trailbikes, Downcountry to All Mountain, should come with this geometry or something close.
Yeah, the Stumpjumper has similar geo and I really like it a lot. For everything but short travel bikes and really very long travel bike this geo is preferred!!
65 was enduro bikes a few years ago
Yeah, it's crazy how much things have progressed in mountain biking since about 2017...
Beautiful bike except the SIL. This is expensive to replace. People still encountered issues like premature wear on their bearings and sliders. Make sure you always clean, lubricate the SIL after riding. Hope this helps!
@mtbyumyum Grear review man! Please make a review on the yeti sb160 and compare it to the pivot firebird. I own a firebird but can't stop thinking about the sb160. Those 2 are the best enduro bikes IMO.
Should get a ride on the 160 soon!!
My wife rolls her eyes every time she sees me watching MTByumyum new video. Because I burned a big hole on my credit card for the pivot t429 enduro after watching MTByumyum. 😂 Also I was lucky to get the one with shimano components since I am a Shimano fanboy. Btw Jason I never see you do the review on the Niner bikes.
haha that's awesome! I don't know a bike shop near me that sales Niner...
If it wasn’t for that HIGH PRICE 🤑$$$$$$$$$🤑 I would buy 1. Good Review!! Sweet lookin bike. 👊
I think it's probably worth what their asking but you can get a Stumpy evo for a pretty good deal right now and it's a very fun bike that fills a similar roll...
@@mtbyumyum I have one. (EVO)Been enjoying it for the past 2 years. Frame is 1/2 the price of the Yeti frame right now. Killer Deal!!
Yeah, the big S brand has crazy deals right now... I also recent bought an evo sworks frame and built it up... been riding it back-to-back with the sb140 the past 2 weeks....
That’s a sick color!
If I didn't have my SB130LR I would get one of these, so sweet. I did upgrade my shock to the Float X2 (on the 140) and I ride a XL @ 6.5" 225 so hopefully the stiffer carbon layup was meant for me and I wont tell as much of a difference with the 140, LOL. An XXL and longer chainstays does sound nice though....great review as always, you were why I got my LR in the first place.
Yeah, I'd say if you're happy with the 130 lr and it doesn't feel too demanding, I'd stick with it!! Thanks!
I love watching your videos!! Sweet purple bike too!
Thank you!! Glad you like it... I prefer green tho ;)
I know! ❤
Jason, if you or your buddies are looking for a LIGHT [1240 grams] set of XC wheels let me know. They have DT 180 EXP hubs with 54 tooth upgrade, center lock, internal is about 27, wheels are YISHUN matt black and only have MAYBE 200 miles on them, i won't be riding anymore so selling parts. This is my 2nd set of Yishun wheels and they are excellent quality, my other set were trail wheels for a different bike i had, these XC wheels that i am selling are on a recent top end hardtail build.
1. As you said, PRICE.
2. There is something "wrong" with that bike, it begs you to go fast, like no matter what you do it wants you to do more.
3. The Ripmo does everything this one does (just not as plushly), in my opinion.
4. The Ripmo seems to take care of you all the time no matter what you do, and the Yeti begs you to find your limit.
I chose the Ripmo and would donthe same today, but damn that Yeti is sorted out nice.
Beautiful bike. I have been rocking a 5.5 for a few years now and looking to replace it soon. Torn between this and the new Transition Smuggler. I wish Yeti would incorporate some tool mount screws so I could mount up a pump. In frame storage would also be awesome.
My wife’s Santa Cruz has in frame storage and I have to say, it’s really really nice. I don’t understand why anyone wouldn’t want the convenience and clean look even with a minor weight penalty.
A bit disappointed these new Yetis don’t have it, as I’m looking to upgrade from a now ancient SB4.5. Really unsure how I’m going to like going to a new school geo bike when the 4.5 is just so good. Just need a bit more travel where I now live. Good luck on your decision!
The 140 is a looker for sure!
Nice vid yum yum.
Thanks!
Great review, looks like an exciting bike. Oh man, if I always bought a bike you are enthusiastic about, I'd be broke ;-)
I love that color. I just bought a Scor e bike that is that color. That hip pack looks awesome I want to get it❤
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@@mtbyumyum Thanks man getting one
As usual pretty nice review of this yeti!! Big fan of your videos.
By any chance could you get a Vitus sommet 29 and review it? I think is a nice UK bike and what you get for the price is really good!!
Hope you can get one
Thank you!
Another great review. I’d really like to try one of these. If you have the opportunity you really need to try the SCOR 4060 ST. I’m only a couple rides into mine but it is amazingly good.
Hard not to notice the Enve wheels. Do you think the ride characteristics would be closer between the Ripmo and Yeti if build spec was equal? Love the reviews. Second to none.
That's smart to point out but I've spent so much time on the Ripmo over the years and actually had a ripmo with the same m6 enve wheels... It's not that the two bikes aren't close... they're very close. I love the ripmo. I adore the Ripmo... for years now I've been telling everyone I could to buy one!! I would have no problem with the Ripmo being my only bike (although I would take the life sucking Fox 38 and Fox X2 off and replace them with a 36 and Float X shock) and I like the price point better than the sb140.... for $900 less on the Ripmo you get complete X01 and the sb140 you get a mix of GX/X01.... but at the end of the day, riding the bikes back to back, the sb140 wins out in every category... and trust me, nobody is more sad to say it than me. I'm a huge Ibis fan!!
@@mtbyumyum I completely agree with you on the 38 being over kill and I don’t get on with the X2 either. Maybe if I weighed more I would feel differently, but I tend to shy away from them.
Still enjoying the SB140? I’m looking at purchasing from yeti directly as many models are 25% off. Do you think we’ve reached the bottom of the market for bike prices? Thank you for the great content!
I have no clue if we’ve reached the bottom of the Bike market. I’m assuming you’re talking about Price? In any case, the SB 140 is still my very favorite trail bike. It’s incredible! And it would be a huge support if you reached out to Chris at Salt Cycles to purchase your bike as opposed to going directly to Yeti. He may even be able to upgrade parts for you or get you better pricing. You never know. Salt Cycles phone number is 8019438502. Thanks!
Mr. YumYum, a quick pop quiz for you: Looking at getting a new "downcountry" (blech, not my term, but it appears to be sticking... sigh...) bike.
Looking to replace my 2020 Niner RKT. I ride mostly xc style trails (used to race a lot, now hardly ever race). Looking for a bike that will be a little more fun/capable on the downhills and tech-y sections of trail (but still be good to peddle all day).
Top two contenders:
1) 2023 Rocky Mountain - Element C50 build.
2) 2022 Revel - Ranger V1.
Both are currently on sale for 'essentially' the same price. A big selling point for both is 2 water bottle mounts in the main triangle (xc rider remember...). The Element has a touch more travel front/back, and is a touch slacker. The Element also come with Shimano XT build, while the Ranger has SRAM GX Eagle. (I'm historically a shimano guy, but SRAM seams quality to me).
Which would you recommend? (And is there another bike I should be cosidering)?
Thank you, thank you, and thank you....
The seat tube is a full 1 degree steeper than the Switchblade. That's a big difference. I've heard you lots of times before rave about the Switchblade(I own one myself btw) and how good it is for climbing, but I feel you primarily focus on the traction through the DW linkage which yes is very good. The part that stand out though, is how the geometry make your butt zag behind and the front end getting light the steeper it gets. That becomes tiring very quickly, and increases the difficulty of getting up techy sections, even more so with 29er wheels.
If you tested the two side by side I'm sure that yeti SB140 would feel less of an effort to climb techy things, or just riding up steep sections in general. Just the pedaling efficiency(traction) is not enough the evaluate how good a bike is to get up terrain, because there's a human on top of that bike that need an optimum geometry for shifting weight around given the task at hand.
Great review as always, thanks. Would you try the new SB 160 soon?
Yeah, I think I'll get a ride on the 160 in a few weeks.
Very unexpected, I never thought I would hear you say ibis with sub par compared with another brand
Yeah, me too!! I'm hoping to publish the Ripmo vs SB140 LR video tomorrow... just need to finish the edit... Pretty wild....
Great review! Would be interested in how in your opinion this compares to the new SB135...
Would love to get a ride on the sb135....
It would be awesome if you could start mentioning how pumping feels on each bike. Didn’t think it would ever be an issue, except I’m on a Canfield Tilt now and love the bike except that it doesn’t reward pumping with forward momentum as much as other bikes.
Good suggestion! fwiw, the 140 pump's very well!!
Great review! What Enve wheels...M630 or M730s? I will definitely get one of these out for a ride. Love that color!
M6 30 wheels.
“It’s just like a piece of art!” It really, really is. Thank you for such an honest review. I’ve been riding the Yeti SB150 since 2019 and now the SB160 for 2023. I have noticed that there are A LOT of haters for the Yeti brand because of the scary price tag that goes along with their sleds. There’s a reason why these bikes are priced the way they are, if you’ve built something that far beats out anything else in the industry, you should be allowed to slap a hefty price tag on it. These bikes are truly remarkable to ride and I encourage anyone who has yet to ride one, to ride one, and then form your opinion!
100%
The previous SB130 seemed real racy but the rear suspension didn't seem optimized for how fast that bikes geometry could go. Chattery sections would destroy the teeth in your mouth because that suspension would shake and bounce the hell out of you. Good to hear that the replacement is more damp and composed.
Totally. This is a great update to a well rounded bike!
Thanks for the great video. I'd love to know your opinion of the Revel Rail 29. It has more rear travel than the 140, but similar geo, and it's also frequently compared to the Ripmo, so I guess it sits in a similar category. I know you loved the Rail 27.5. Any chance of a Rail 29 review video soon?
The Rail29 is probably the bike I'm most excited about and looking forward to. It's been difficult to get a demo on one tho....
Sick bike no doubt… very intrigued by the switch infinity. That said, I don’t know that’s there’s an all-mountain bike out there that gets me off my ‘22 S-Works Stumpy EVO. 🤷🏻♂️
I just rode my '22 Sworks SJ evo again this morning before work... been riding it back-to-back with the sb140 and there's no contest. The sb140 wins out in every single category. I own both bikes and really enjoy both of them. I actually prefer the fit of the SJ evo better unless pedaling along flat or at least very moderate climbs in which case the sta is a bit too much for my liking. I could be happy with either of these bikes for my mid travel bike this season... or the Ripmo but if I had to choose just one. No doubt I would take the sb140. The Revel Rail29 is also very interesting to me and anxiously waiting for a test ride on that machine... Absolutely not trying to dig on your Stumpy. I really like the bike and it's an excellent value at the current discounts Big S is offering... it's just not on the same level as a sb140...
@@mtbyumyum Fair assessment. For what it’s worth, I’m a considerably larger rider at 6ft, 207lbs, and appreciate the little things Specialized does. Down tube storage, carbon wheels on expert builds, adjustable headset, adjustable chain stay, and lifetime warranty. I am one of the lucky ones, who picked up a SW frame for $2,250 a couple months ago. The bike flat out makes me a better rider. Down tube storage isn’t a purist feature, so to speak, but I will flat out ignore brands that don’t offer it. Also, find Yeti’s pricing unsupported by the fact that carbon wheels aren’t a stock option.
I totally get it... the SJ evo is an excellent value. Like you, I picked up the sworks frame for a similar price... was too good not to!
Repeat to myself: The Ripmo is still good. The Ripmo is still good. THE RIPMO IS STILL GOOD! 🤤
The ripmo rides was better than this bike imo, nothing special really
@George Lock, haha!! The Ripmo is an incredible bike and probably my favorite mid travel bike untill I rode this new sb140...
@@mtbyumyum Wow that’s a bold claim, the Ripmo is one of the most comfortable and yet efficient bike up and down trails.
What about the Transition Spur or Smuggler?
Youre not gonna outride your ripmo
Hi, I really love the way you review your bikes,
I presently own,
1- Yeti SB 130 2019 T3
2- Yeti SB 150 2022 T3 ( with push elven-six coil )
3- Revel Rascal T1000 2021 (with push eleven-six coil)
4- Revel Rail 2029 ( with push eleven-six coil )
I wanted to know whether you would make a comparison video of both the
1- Revel Rascal and the Yeti SB 140 (29)
2- Revel Rail 29 and the Yeti SB 160
Eagerly waiting to see a comparison to see your thoughts about both bikes and how they perform, as both bikes are suspension-wise ahead of their game.
Please do let me know
I should have a Rail29 next week
@@mtbyumyum Oh Nice !! eagerly waiting for the video of that, please also try and compare the bikes as I mentioned above, thanks
@@mtbyumyum is the revel rail 29 video coming out soon? eagerly waiting for it
So at the moment winners are:
Trail bike -> Pibot Trail429
All-mountain-> Yeti SB140
It's maybe not that simple but yeah, that's about right! There are so many good bikes out there... I would still have a hard time picking a T429 over a Ripley but there are pretty different bikes in term of how they ride a trail. The Ripmo and sb140 are more similar and I would easily take the sb140 between the two!
Great video! How about a comparison between this bike and a Santa Cruz Hightower?
I’d like to hear that comparison as well. Both priced about the same as well.
I'm excited to test out the current Hightower and Tallboy... soon I hope
I’ll throw in another vote for the comparison to the Hightower V3!
Huge fan of your channel. How do you compare the sb140 to the giant trance x?
Hi Jason! This bike just look great, and this colour its top notch.
Can you check the weight please?
And, i coming from a Orbea Rallon 170-160, this sb140 could be ok to do some bikepark days and shuttle days with 16000 feet of descend.
Not sure if 160-140 its enought or maybe because of the switch infinity and the mid support can handle big drops, some jumps etc
Thanks as always
Mine is 30 lbs right on the dot! Although it's a custom build from Salt cycles.. so the stock factory bikes might weigh a bit more... I would have no problem taking this bike to a bike park or really anywhere!! If you mostly ride park I think there are better options out there but for a trail bike that can do park duty... this is an excellent option!
Loving my 2022 Yeti SB130LR (with Float X) but I got intrigued when you said the SB140 is way better… 😅
I know, sorry.... the new sb140 is really very good!
I loved my limited time on the SB140 and riding with MTB yumyum. I found the 140 more capable than my 130LR but I would not say it’s that much better than my 130LR overall but I have less time on the 140. Nice review and great bike. The Sangria is so sharp in person.
Thanks Tony!
do you have the float x on your 130LR ? I have a really good deal on a 2022 SB130 frame set with float x instead of the older dpx2 and the 140 is out of reach for me so I'm considering the 130 but I don't know..is it still really relevant in end 2023? @@akaktm
Another great review what a stunning bike nice colour what's your take on sram g2 rsc brakes vs shimano xtr? 🤔
It's been some time since I last rode the G2 but I wasn't impressed at the time. I like the code brakes better but even still, I would never put them on my personal bike... XT or XTR for me!
Thanks for your advice 👍 keep them coming 😁
When you were comparing this to the stumpjumper, did you mean the evo model? I have the new evo 29er model and love it
Yes, the Stumpy EVO.... I've been riding the sb140 and evo back-to-back for the past week.... excited to share my experience in a video soon!!
Wow this bike sounds amazing. But is it as playful and fun as the Ripmo?
And I know the Ripley is lower travel bike, but you loved that Ripley so much I have to know if the sb140 is as fun as the Ripley?
If you could only own one bike and it had to be either a ripley or a sb140, what would you pick?
If the answer is the sb140 then wow.
Sorry for all the questions. Just make me a personalized video please lol.
Yeah, I would say it's similar in terms of "playful" to the Ripmo. The Ripley is entirely different... not comparable in the least. 1 bike for me would be very tough... almost impossible!! That said, it would have to be something more like the SB140, Rocky Mountain Instinct or Ripmo.... I would also need two wheelsets... light weight fast rolling xc setup and a more durable and higher traction trail/allmountain wheel set. haha, if you want a personalized video you'll need to tune in for the next live stream.... unsure of when it will be lol
The color is awesome!! I’ve been leaning towards a switchblade as I work at a pivot dealer and get EP pricing BUT this is the first yeti I have considered. Definitely going to do some research and will be looking forward to more comparisons. Comparison to the switchblade?
hard to pass up ep...
Great Review!
I like Yeti, however what I don't like is: 1. The premium you have to pay over other brands like Ibis. And the difference is not worth it, IMO. 2. I've heard they aren't as supportive with warranty claims.
Yeah, I get it. The Ripmo is an excellent value when compared to other comparable brands with high end suspension systems. Just look at the Ripmo x01 build for $7,299 vs the sb140 LR T1 build with x01/gx mixed group for $8,200... the Ibis is the best deal in town right now for high end!!
We had a warranty claim at our shop of an older sb5 with a crack in top tube and they replaced with new new sb135. Very good service
Hey Jason - in the video the sb140 sounds a little rattly like somethings loose? Can you confirm if it’s a noisy bike or quiet? I’ve got such ocd for a silent bike but the way it sounded in the dessert on the rocks in the video sounded like it was rattling away
The bike is silent... it's the pedals... they are the Cannfild pedals and the barring's are loose... and make a lot of noise... I usually use xtr spd pedals
What does your SB 140 weight without pedals?
30 lbs for my custom build.
Good Mojo! Ride-on!!
What are your thoughts on this bike and Ripmo V2s? What would you choose?
I talked a little bit about it in the video and actually have a head-to-head video coming soon... in short, I like the price of the Ripmo better but the new sb140 is the better bike in every way in my experience!!
Have you ridden a Transition Spur or Smuggler? I'm curious to see how the new Smuggler compares with the Yeti and Pivot medium travel bikes.
Thanks for the awesome vid! I am torn between a solid deal on an SB130LR or spending the extra coin on the new SB140LR. Which one between the two would you choose to run in a local enduro? Thanks!
For me it would really need to be a significant deal to make me pass up the sb140... for me, the changes were worth it.
@@mtbyumyum All I needed to hear. Thanks!
looking at a new MTB, coming off a 96 cannondale super v 900 comp. relearning all the new tech within biking… want to know if an sb 120 would be as good a climber as a sb140?
They’re pretty similar climbing. Go w the 140 if down hill speed is high or or trails are often black+ also, if your speeds are lower and more often find yourself on blue trails, don’t overlook the Cannondale Scalpel. Call Chris at Salt Cycles for special pricing. 801-943-8502
How much did it weigh without pedals and bottle cage?
My sb140 is 30 lbs right on the dot... Maybe I'll do a quick "bike check" video for next Tuesdays upload.... Do people like the bike check videos?
Do you think coming from a 27,5" to this 29" will be a headache? I feel very confortable in the 27,5 but it looks a very comfy bike (jumps, control, etc)
Switching from a 27.5 to a 29 wheel size bike was a non-issue for me and I am on the smaller side at 5‘8“. I still love riding the smaller wheel size from time to time but you can definitely feel the extra speed from the 29 inch wheel size bike. That said, if you are on the shorter side, I think you might still benefit more from the smaller wheel.
@@mtbyumyum Great, thank for your response!
In my case Iam 5’12” so it looks it wont be a problem ,)
And just a final doubt. I’am between the 140lrC2 and the stumpjumper evo pro (similar prices). I like to make trails and also go fast in enduro trails. Which one of these two will you recommend for an “all mountain” bike?
Thank u! Cheers
@@mtbyumyum finally I got the 140lr and men, it’s incredible ,) Super fun for any enduro trails by the moment. I changed the rare tyre for a 2,3 agressor instead of the 2,5 minion and looks good to pedal some more. Also climbing has a good response. Need to test it with larger trails.
I am adapting to the 29”, but it feels nice. Better response in the curves at high speed (also the 2,5 minion in the front wheel is a helper) and better “roller” .
Thnks for the advise!
I’m looking pretty strongly at the SB 140, but all the reviews are for the LR version. How would the basic 150 fork version change your review? Why is everyone riding and reviewing the LR and not the regular non-LR one? I’m coming from a short travel bike - the 2017 Mach429 Trail.
Yeah, I think most people thing with 140mm out back the Float X shock and 160mm fork just makes sense... that said, I can see anyone looking for an sb120 should really look at or consider the standard sb140.... If I could only own one bike at a time I'm pretty sure the standard 140 would be it! Good luck!
@@mtbyumyum thanks yeah at the time I didn’t realize the standard doesn’t come on the lower T carbon line. I’ll be demoing the 160 LR this weekend - and the Switchblade after that. Would be cool to find a switchblade - SB140 comparison video, they seem so similar
Is it worth a frame swap from a 130LR to a new 140 frame, if you have a nice set of components? I have a 130LR and a 140 27.5, and for some reason, I just enjoy riding the 140 27.5 a lot more unless it is fast and pretty rough. I feel like the 140 27.5 is easier to ride, turn, and jump. The less aggressive riding requirements of the new 140 29 have me intrigued. Thoughts?
That is the question!! I'm unsure what to tell you... all I can say is it feels to me that the new sb140 is more approachable and less demanding than the previous sb130... of course I've yet to ride them back-to-back. Good luck!!
I wonder how it would be with a 160mm Fox 38 like the Ripmo.
I actually like the 36 better but that might be cuz I’m 145 lbs… I also had a 38 on my Firebird last season.
@@mtbyumyum Good point. I'm 220 so maybe it would be better.
Hey Jason I have a really good deal on a 2022 SB130 frame set with float x instead of the older dpx2 and unfortunately the 140 is out of reach for me so I'm maybe considering the 130 but I don't know..can it still be relevant in end 2023? cheers from Brussels
Did you ever get a chance to compare this to the switchblade, didn't see a video or I'm just missing it.
Im still recovering from knee surgery. Hope to have a video out on this in June
@@mtbyumyum sorry to hear about the knee, I watch a lot of your stuff and I’ll definitely be checking out salt cycles for the sb140 demo.
You should demo the new trek fuel ex. Pink bike liked it over that yeti.
I couldn't care less what Pink Bike is paid to like more than something else... #boughtandpaidfor
I'm sure it's a good bike but Pink Bike really?? lol they have so much bike market money being thrown at them it really just depends on who stepped up for more marketing at any given time... and timed sections of trail to compare one bike from the other.... it's laughable that they think this is "scientific" lol
I forget that a lot is lost in text.... I meant no harm! Pink Bike and other major mtb publications drive me crazy. Mostly because I'm jealous haha I just wish I had more opportunity to ride more different bikes and be invited to the "pre release" and ride the bikes before they're made public and publish my video on the safe "launch day" as everyone else... I think people forget I basically do this channel for free!!! I have a full time day job and have to try and compete with PB and other major publications.....
@@mtbyumyum We appreciate your reviews, have bought 3 bikes based on your reviews the past 3 years. =)
Please tell me you purchased from Salt Cycles!?!?! For anyone who feels like they get a benefit from this channel, it is a huge help if you support the channel and purchase using my links or from the shops that support and help me. Without them, this channel would not exist... thanks!
I have yeti 5.5 29, I love it and I want to replace it to yeti 120 or 140 what do you recommend?
If you enjoy the capability of your 5.5 you'll want to go with the 140.... the 120 wont handle what your current bike can handle...
Do you still have your Element to compliment the SB 140?
No... I sold it... I had the Ripmo and the Exie at the same time I had the Element and the Element was never getting ridden... when it was a rougher trail I would grab the Ripmo, when it was chill trails I would grab the Exie... really too bad cuz I liked the Element a lot.
Friend I ride bikes like I stresstest my bike, but since im a student i should pedal to school too. Do you recommend sb140 or sb160?
Your buddy in red shirt, how tall and what size was he on? I size should 5’10” guys get ?
Kevin is 5'10" on a Large.... not sure what size you should go with... Call the guys at Salt Cycles and see if they can get you set up and save you a bunch of money on a custom build!! Ask for Chris: 801-943-8502
Your review is on the SB-140 Lunch Ride version correct?
Correct.
What do you think about the lunch ride vs the standard?
What build kit was on the Yeti you demoed ?
I had Salt Cycles do a custom build. XTR group set and brakes with ENVE cockpit and wheels.
Yeti is one of those brands where I’m between sizes so that could play into this but do you feel like you have to lean forward more to get the same traction on the front than you do with the Ripmo V2? I currently own the medium Ripmo and it feels perfect but the Yeti feels like my arms get stretched out quite a bit if I sit in the same position (same size).
I completely understand what you're saying about being in between sizes.... For me, 5'8" the medium sb140 with a 35mm stem and 750mm bars is just about perfect. I might prefer a slightly tighter experience like the Stumpy evo but absolutely no concerns for me on fit with this bike. Having ridden the Ripmo and sb140 back-to-back I was HYPER AWARE of the yeti sb130 need to load up the front.... this was on my mind entirely for the first 2-3 rides on the sb140. It has a much more neutral riding position compared to the sb130 and feels more balanced and easy going like the ripmo.. only better in my experience with more than a dozen rides on the sb140 at this point... I cant recommend it enough!!
@@mtbyumyumthank you!!! This was super helpful.
Yumyum. My sb130 felt harsh, how does this feel in comparison? I loved my sb5 and 5.5 does the 140 feel close to those?
Yeah, I would say the 140 feels a bit softer. Still very supportive but just a bit more easy going!!
would this bike be a good size for a 52 inch 11 year old boy
Can you have a solid review and make a decision? Everything is great to you
I think it speaks volumes about his character that he is able to find and enjoy the positives of so many different bikes. I also think it’s awesome that he verbally shares his stoke about them while also being able to review and compare the details that matter (height and weight/sizing/specs/geo/ride feelings) so as to help people like myself understand the differences and make better decisions since we can’t easily try them ourselves.
How’s the weight of the SB140 LR?
Mine is 30 lbs right on the money...
¡Hola! ¿Como se compara con la santa cruz 5010 de ruedas mixtas?
So what happened to the magic Rocky Mountain Element? (That bike had purple accents, was it that the Yeti was all purple that made you buy it? I'm betting it was the purple frame that made you buy it...)
haha the Element was great but didn't really "fit" in my quiver at the time... I have the Exie and ripmo and for whatever reason the Element was always staying at home and I was picking one of the other two bikes instead.... it would probably make a better 1 bike but I usually have a handful of bikes to choose from...
@@mtbyumyum interesting, you seemed so excited about it at the time...
Yeah, it's a neat bike! Again, it was more of a timing thing for me... and I roll through bike pretty quick these days so as to get more time and videos on different bikes.
@@mtbyumyum thx for the response!
How do you set your fox 36 ?
Certainly didn't sound like a quiet bike in the video!
It is very quiet in person.
yeah it sounds rattly as hell in the video
I thought the same thing when I was editing the video... weird. The only thing I can think of was maybe something was making noise next to the mic.... it certainly wasn't the bike... it was dead quite I assure you!!
@@mtbyumyum yeah I guess it could have been a zip on your jacket or something but definitely sounded rattly - good to hear it isn’t though and I’m sure looking at all the neat new features there’s not a lot of places it could rattle anyways
But is it $2000 better than the Ripmo? Doubt it! Loving my V2S
Value is in the eye of the beholder and everyone has a different idea of what something is worth... that said, no! If you have to ask what bike is the better dollar-to-dollar better bag for your buck, the Ibis will win... but I know several people who just want what's best... and don't care what the cost is. In that case, I think the new sb140 is the better bike!! If I were concerned about money and still wanted a very high end bike, I'd go Ibis all day!! For me personally, I'm very excited about this new sb140 and it will be my longer travel trail bike for this season.... and I was happy to pay the little bit of extra money to A: try something new and B: have what I think is the best trail bike available right now!!
"Ripmo feel twitchy?" Their whole line is twitchy compared to other top bikes in the same category. People seem to gloss over that because they climb great...up fire roads, lol.
Yo! Mtb yumyum Jason. I saw your review on sb140 compare to 120. I need your help. I’m contemplating right now in between 2 bikes. But I have a sb160. But I need a good climber bike or pedaling bike in rainy season. Most of my ride from home between pavement and trail. Not gonna go crazy on this bike cuz it’s getting muddy in rainy season. So help me out to chose between this 2 bikes. Thanks men
I've not yet ridden the 160 but you might consider finding a left over sb115.... incredibly fun, light weight and would complement the 160 really very well... if you need more bike than that and you're really only considering the 120/140 I would go with the standard 140....
What is the weight?
Mine is 30 lbs right on the dot. Although mine is a custom build from Salt Cycles.
Im stuck. Im 5,11 which issue on yetis line between medium and large. Any recs? The SB130LR M felt to small. Should I go with a large? any input is appreciated.
I think you’ll fit better on the large… my buddy Kevin is your height and bought the size large sb130 lr and sb140
@@mtbyumyum Dude yes! Thanks for the reply.
Real world bike weights are so hard to come by. Would be nice if this channel, which reviews so many bikes, weighed each bike. My 2 cents...
Mine is 30 lbs right on the dot but it's not a stock bike....
I have the LR T3 XO Transmission and it's 32.2 lb with Shimano XT trail pedals
So my Stumpjumper Evo expert I am picking up tomorrow is crap?!!!!!
Not at all... in fact, I current own a 2022 Stumpy EVO S Works and been riding it back-to-back with the sb140 almost daily for the past 2 weeks. I really like the evo... great value with the sales Big S is having right now too!
@@mtbyumyum yeah, I could not pass up the $5000 for the expert build. I really like the new Fuel Ex, and there are some sales on those as well. But trek does there builds different and they don’t really have an equivalent to the specialized expert build. I would have the pay $6000 for a 9.8 and get a grip 1 fork instead of a grip 2, a shock without compression adjust, but get a carbon bar and wheels. I would rather have the better suspension and pay $1000 less. Can’t wait to start riding, you make it look like lots of fun.
I’ve had this exact evo bike/build for a year now. It’s awesome! Def not crap and you’re saving a lot over the yeti.
Also looking forward to a more detailed comparison
wow wow wow!! I don't think I ever called the SJ evo crap?! I think I said the sb140 is a better bike but I would be happy to own a Switchblade, Ripmo, SJ evo.... all very good bikes. I'd pick the sb140 if I had my choice... I fully recognize the Ibis is maybe a better value and the SJ evo is a good deal right now as well... Cheers!
@@mtbyumyum the Evo is in the building. In all it’s birch white glory. I think I have to redo a bunch of stuff my bike dealer did building it. But very excited. Now to get the ride wrap installed. I think I will watch from skills with Phil videos and start practicing.
Is it plush on the downhill?
About what you'd expect from a mid travel 29er
I'm guessing the build kit on that bike is at least the LR T1 TURQ which comes it at $8,200. There are a lot of good bikes out there, and I've owned a few Yeti's, but these are a bit overpriced IMO.
Looking a lot like the Shadow Cat.
I like the paint color on the Shadowcat better... and the lines lol haha maybe I need to order a shadowcat !?!?!
@MTB yumyum sure what's 1 more bike! While you're at it get 2 ! I love my shawdowcat! Best bike I've ridden in a long time.
Better than the Ripmo 😑
I know... sad right?! I'm still an Ibis Fan boi tho.... Personally I was sad to see them through a 38 and X2 on the Ripmo.... really took away from the original dna of that bike... I think anyone who rode these bikes back-to-back like I did would agree with my experience... the new sb140 is just that good!
puuuuuuuuuurple......