Rocky Mountain Altitude: a review I didn’t want to publish!
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- čas přidán 11. 01. 2021
- #RockyMountainAltitude #jeffkendallweed #keeppedaling
That’s right- I didn’t want to post this review because I don’t want Rocky Mountain to think I’m “done” with this bike- I’m simply enjoying this Altitude 29” C90 Rally Edition a TON! I came into my experience with this bike a little nervous that it would be massive overkill for my needs. Once I got things dialed in- holy moly- did my world change!
Huge thanks to my friends over at Jenson USA, as they lined up the loaner Altitude 29 for me to ride for a while, and you can learn more about this bike here via this affiliate link:
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The parts I’ve added to my Altitude:
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PNW Range stem, 40mm bit.ly/PNWComponents2022JKW
PNW KW bars, 760mm bit.ly/PNWComponents2022JKW
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If MTB youtuber subscriber base were determined by rider skill you'd have over a million subs. Great review man.
Thanks Gonzo! I never got into this to have a ton of subscribers, I just wanted to have fun making videos. My stuff is only really interesting to those that are pretty experienced in the MTB world, not so much newer riders, and as a result I don't have a big channel. But honestly, I feel like at 46k subscribers, this is more than enough! Hahaha that's not the attitude I should have, but it feels like it's fine!
@@JeffKendallWeed that's the healthiest way to live! If you're going to spend 1/3rd of your life working, then why not do what you love to do.
I second that notion!
@@JeffKendallWeed besides, all those newer riders will become experienced, and you'll pick them up as subscribers!
Thanks for the mini-shoutout! Always loved watching you ride and watching you shred that Altitude was wicked!
Dude! Mad props to ya! In a vid posting on Tuesday AM I tell the story of a Whistler EWS, I think it was 2013, when you started a minute behind me. At the last stage (top o the world) my hands were spent and i was cooked- then you came BLASTING around like it was the first stage again! That was rad. We will have to link up once that border opens again!
@@JeffKendallWeed I do remember racing with you but I don’t remember that instance! Back when I rode faster than I had any right to.
The quality of your videos is absolutely remarkable. Nothing comes close to the presentation your team puts into your videos. Thank you!
Appreciated a taking an out of the box approach on this review, it was different than the standard reviews. Great work as always Jeff.
Got to say I think this is one of the best videos I've seen you put out. Camera work, editing, talking points, and of course riding were all on point and really well put together. Cheers!
BEAST!! So much fun watching you ride, Jeff!
Nicely done all the way around on this video. Super fun to watch throughout the whole thing too! I've been on a 2018 slayer 70 for a couple years and it truly took my riding to a new level and continues to push me further. Listening to you talk about the Altitude is like listening to myself about my bike lol!! Keep up the good times Jeff and thank you for the sweet videos. I hope something works out for you and you end up with an Altitude in your quiver.
Great review Jeff, I always enjoy your production quality and knowledge that you drop.
Stoked on the Galby drone shots! Your video production gets better and better with every video.
Fantastic edit. Camera work on point. Mind blowing drone footage (RIP drone at 7:00 ha). Whoever you are working with has upped the production quality like whoa!
Jeff, you are an amazing rider and great reviewer! Thank you for making this review!!
Thanks Jeff. Keep riding. Love your abilities
I was blown away by how poppy the Altitude is on my first few rides. Though I still can’t believe how easily you toss it around. Great video!
It’s really cool to see these reviews and seems like these bikes with longer back ends are starting to gain momentum. My own Megatower has an adjustable rear end to go +10mm, after watching all of these I’ve decided to give it a try this coming season, it’s a pretty cheap change as all you need is a new brake mount and derr hanger. Excited to see how it feels this spring.
I love my 2019 Rocky Altitude C50. Bashes thru everything, but still a great climber! Great review, Jeff!
wow the work you put into this video is crazy. Great video.
Cool review! The quantity of manuals is insane. It’s going on my “learn list!”
Manuals are so fun to watch, especially in turns, on a bumpy trail, off of drops. Great riding!
Dude you climbing up Ridge at the end was gnarly. Mad props, its so loose there.
Jeff, I LOVE your riding! You and Phil Kmetz are two of the most creative and skillful riders on CZcams and I could watch you ride all day. Please keep the videos coming!!
It feels good to hear a valued opinion (yours Jeff) about the Altitude. I have an Instinct BC Alloy. Sort of the preecessor to your bike. I absolutely love it and am stoked to see Rocky making the next gen bikes even better.
This is dream bike and it's good to see a review on it. Also your and insanely skilled rider it's so satisfying to watch
Awesome video Jeff. Killer shots/clips throughout!
Great video Jeff - Love watching you ride...
Your riding is unreal, Jeff. Love your style.
Dude, So glad a rider of your skill loves the Altitude as much as I do! I am biased as I do work for the Australian distributor of Rocky Mountain but I will say that everyone that spends any amount of time on an Altitude (being intermediate to advanced) tends to fall in love with it's versatility. Great review dude!!!!!
Awesome review and amazing editing once again Jeff. I’d love to see you ride a Yeti SB130LR for a few months.
Mad skills brother!
I’m here just to watch you ride✌️🤠
I just purchased one yesterday than your video popped up!! killer video !!
Love to see you ride and review a specialized enduro . Great videos
That purple and pink color scheme is straight up early 90s throwback and I love it.
Great review love my Altitude so far hoping for a mild east coast winter so I can keep riding
Amazing. Never thought i see shredding like that ...the Rocky Mountain team must be pump up after seeing that.
Good review Jeff, and great footage
Great review! Honest, fun and entertaining!!
Great review. I love my 2013 Altitude. I can’t wait to upgrade to the newer model. It’s definitely my soulmate.
So, sounds like a big thumbs up for the Rocky Mountain Altitude. Great review and awesome riding as usual!! Keep the reviews coming.
Thanks Sam! Yeah I'm over the moon with this bike. I hope to compare it to a Slayer soon.
Insane riding skills. When i grow up, I just wanna be like you!
Your riding style is very unique and RAD, so that makes that bike unique and RAD, too! Great video 💯
You are one hell of a rider!!! Props man!!
Thanks man!
Rocky Mountain keeps getting more popular outside in PNW and nice to have some insight to the bike! We also need the name of the banger at the beginning of the video
Great review and awesome comparison
I would buy a tee shirt with you mid fall on that bridge with the caption, "I didn't think it would be that hard of a fall". LOL. Nice video! I recently upgraded from a 150/140 Trance to the pre Altitude RM Instinct BC. I was nervous it was too much bike and while my riding style isn't quite like yours I'm learning to love it. It's way longer than my old one, but I prefer that over shorter bikes.
Great review Jeff! I’m in the market for the Alloy 50 model!
And you just added another bike that I have to put on my list for my next bike. Nukeproof Mega 29, Giant Reign 29 and now the Rocky Mountain Altitude. Thanks Jeff lol
awesome riding, footage, narration!
I've been sitting on the fence about this bike for awhile now... This review helps push me closer to pulling the trigger.
See if you can find a demo version somewhere. I genuinely love this bike, but of course, it feels quite different than a lot of other rides. I'm running mine with 2.6 WTB tires, which I think really help it quite a bit. They've slackened it up a bit, and provide a great amount of sheer grip for looser conditions. The stock Maxxis tires are great for hardpack and bike park style trails.
Very impressive manuals as always!
You do have a pretty unique riding style! I ride a 170 mm bike on everything. I wouldn’t change anything. The added traction on techy climbs the neutral position in corners and chunk make it my do everything bike. And when it gets gnarly the bike only gets faster.
Awesome video Jeff! You inspired me to start tinkering with the ride 9 on my instinct. This is a dumb question probably but I should adjust both the drive side and no drive side flip chips right? Versus just the drive side?
Thanks man! I appreciate the response!
Great review! Great place u live in ! Used to live in Sudden valley few yrs!
Wow your killing it out there 👏. Nice video.
I got one in February and it has been rad! Great review
Good choice!
Great stuff Jeff 🚴 enjoyed the video hopefully your all keeping well 🙂🚴😜👌👌👌
That's quite an endorsement! And also affirms my Instinct (now running 27.5 plus) purchase, despite drooling over Ibis carbon curves. Rocky Mountain is really finding the spotlight lately.
Man that review was just awesome good job
Thanks Dasan!
Great vid as always!
I'm loving my A50. Even with the 'lesser' spec it's stupidly fun and confidence inspiring, letting me smash through stuff I didn't feel comfortable on with my Capra
Glad to hear you're jiving with the A50! It'd be neat to compare the alloy to carbon models. With Ibis, the carbon model has a much better feel on the trail due to the stiffer front triangle. Wonder how different the Rocky models are. WOW, I'm surprised the Capra is less capable though! I was thinking about getting one of those just cause I see them all the time.
@@JeffKendallWeed Probably down to my crappy riding style :) But the Capra felt like it got in over its head from time to time, even with it having the X2 rather than the DPX on the Altitude
Imagine how poppy the Altitude is with the DPX2, which is known to be a much poppier shock than the X2.
Very interesting comments on the bike...I have a yeti sb150 (which I love) and my boyfriend recently bought the altitude in an alloy frame... My impression was that the yeti is more stable at high speed, but the altitude is surprisingly poppy, jumps really well, corners really well and is still stable at high speed... A cool bike. If only the carbon versions weren't so expensive.
Ok show of hands , who rests after a hard tecky uphill section standing on their pedals while balancing the bike and staring down the next challenge ..
No one but Jeff ! Go get um cowboy and thanks for taking the time to do these bike videos , we really appreciate you man !
Hahaha thanks man! No one does that on a group ride, but I've never been able to get through that whole section before after a ton of attempts. I figured take a break, calm down, focus, and get 'er done!!!
You're a beast. That wet bridge hurts. Well acquainted.
I just enjoy watching you ride. The Hops/manuals bring to the excitement like when Chris Harris drifts every car... because he can and its fun to watch.
That was an excellent review mate! Please if is possible test the new Slash! Cheers!!
Great review! I've had the chance to ride this and a few slayers, and if you want a big travel monster truck, point and shoot bike, it will be the slayer for sure! I recommend riding it!
i've got one. while i don't disagree with you i'm shocked at how versatile the Slayer is. i am no big hucker and use the Slayer on all kinds of trails, from mild to wild. it's not much different from the Altitude.
Awesome review! Think you would do great reviewing bikes more often, your verbiage is great
That's the plan! Thanks Wes!
love the truck comparisons!
Jeff...no ass buzz? Im a rookie , and your skills always amaze me bud. Be safe ! Incredible drone shots too...thanks for sharing
Looks Awesome!! Need a longer travel bike now!
Nice review Jeff!
Fantastic review Jeff - I want to demo a RM Altitude now :)
I love my Rocky Mountain pipeline defiantly one of the best brands and it’s been so cool seeing you shred it sucks that you have to Go back
Nice Beta! Thanks! Yeah the Altitude is really, really fun, and I had no idea I'd like it this much going into the whole experience!
Been loving my Altitude!! Got it set up as a mullet... FUN!!
I just gt myself an A70!! LOVE
Really? Call me crazy, but I can't stand mullets. The balance of the converted mullets just doesn't feel right to me. The ebike mullets have been better, but that's not really an apples to apples comparison.
I don't know Jeff. But I think this bike suits your riding very well. Even more than any of the Ibis bikes
Rocky Mountain’s weren’t even on my radar before you started riding one. I’ve only ever ridden a short travel hard tail that i thrash within an inch of it’s life.
A big, long travel, monster like this intimidates me for sure.
Dang Jeff, sad that you have to let a favorite ride go. But maybe your new favorite is coming in a box shortly! Sounds like whatever it is, it has a lot to live up to! I know that feeling though, once I made a few tweaks to my 2020 Niner RIP 9 RDO with swapping the shock to a DHX2, increasing the front travel to 160mm, new hand built wheels with i9 hubs and some PNW loam grips...the bike just feels like home. Can't get enough of it. My other bikes, which I love as well, just get mostly neglected.
Wow I am in the same boat. Injured both ankles last season and sold a Giant trance to get a short travel 29. Now I own a 2019 Capra pro race 29 w/ 170mm front and rear.
So good Jeff. Between your personality, skills and production quality you should have 10x the subscribers. Love my Ibis HD5, but that Altitude looks like it does a lot of things right. How about trading the 29er in on the 27.5" version and riding that for a while, Jeff? Nothing really out there about it...
Watching you ride is like watching an old animal bikes section. It’s like street bmx on the trail. Bravo!
Always forget how good Jeff is - great vid
I got to test one of these in 2019, (That 2019 C90 colorway was a great looking bike.) I'm still a Weagle snob, but that Altitude was pretty sweet.
Great review Jeff. Maybe I missed it (I rarely get through a vid without 100 interruptions from the kids) but what size are you riding? This is one of those bikes that seems to be embracing the long chain stay trend right now... as opposed to something like the Evil Reckoning, Marin Alpine Trail or Cainfield Lithium.... with your riding style of being on the back wheel and popping so much, how did the long CS treat ya? Would you have preferred them shorter?
More like Next Video title: My new Frame Sponser, Rocky Mountain! You make this thing look like a blast!
Amazing bike review.
Love all the manuals and wheelies over everything and anything.
6:03 this is actually another benefit of the added stiffness, you can imagine the more bent your fork is, the more friction there would be at the interfaces of the uppers and lowers thus decreasing small bump sensitivity. So more stiffness=less flex=less friction=better small bump
And if you factor in the laterally sliding dropout, to ensure that everything lines up straight, along with the larger air volume chamber, it really makes sense.
Sick riding man!
I test rode one last year in Sedona it was Action Bike shop fleet BC edition...rode it at National and had a blast even though I prefer 650bs...it was an Awesome bike!!!
Hi, thanks for the review. I'm on a 2021 A50 that has blown me away with it's performance. The rear suspension performs amazingly,. It's got a blend of support and comfort that I didn't think was possible. It's the best bike i've ridden (for me) by quite some margin. I had to put a smashpot in the fork so that the front would feel as good as the rear(it does now).
I had high hopes for this bike after reading reviews but they were majorly exceeded by the bikes ability. The size large for me creates a balance in cornering that allows me to 2 wheel drift the bike while also making steering corrections during the drift. Today I felt like a (much slower) Sam Hill.
Before this bike I had a 2020 Norco Sight and 2019 Transition Patrol, this bike blows them both out of the water. I thought bikes wouldn't be this good for another 5 or 6 years at least. In fact I'm thinking of selling my Kenevo because even that doesn't light my fire anymore. I'm actually not telling people I know about how good it is so it will stay as my secret weapon.
thanks for comparing, i bit the bullet and purchased a c50 and sort of in limbo if i regret spending that much money or not. i will get the bike soon.
you dont see many reviews of this bike compared to most other brand enduro bikes.
@@imashankusobad I got the Altitude c50 a few months ago and had 2 minds about it as well. Love it though and it's worth every cent. Replacing the DT swiss 370 rear hub soon with something a bit sharper and tempted to get a fox 38 or a zeb but for no other reason than I can 🤷♂️
I would love a Ripmo V2 or an Altitude for sure, but what I really would love is 10% of Jeff cardio and skills...
🥹 Cool trails, and I freaking LOVE that bike 🥰
When you get back to the Ham, I've got a 2018 RM altitude if you want to ride them side by side. Its a 27.5, 160 Front/ 150 Rear, sz M.
I’m thinking about going from a Stumpjumper EVO to one of these. Sucks I cannot test ride one, but it’s my hope that it’ll be more versatile when it comes to hitting large/technical features than the Stumpy EVO.
I continue to be in awe of your riding style! Do you plan on doing more bike reviews?
Thank you Matt! I actually did a whole tutorial about my riding style, it's up on my Patreon. And Yep, got a bunch more bike reviews in the queue! I probably won't do this voice over style for all of them, but it was fun to try this style out for once!
@@JeffKendallWeed I really liked the voice over. Worked well.
@@JeffKendallWeed ...For the way you did this review, I LOVED the voice over Jeff. You did a great job with it...better than many of the top recognized reviewers in fact. "More creaky than my pelvis on a rainy morning." Haha....nice. But on a serious note, and I think you probably know and plan this when COVID clears up, maybe look into doing collaborations. I really think you would benefit a lot from those, because people will see your style and easy going personality, and be inspired to subscribe to your channel. You gotta get your daughter through college!! :-) And believe me....blink twice, and she'll be there!
Good review brother I’ve always had fun on every RM I’ve ever tested. You should go try the new Guerrilla Gravity bike and go ride with there new rider you might have hear of the guy this crazy French guy who lives in BC I think his name is Yoann something or other. 🤣
All jokes aside I was kinda blown away he went with them we need the inside scoop from JKW... on scene live action 🇺🇸.
I have literally never seen a riding video look this friggin cool. I mean, the manual action is just ridiculous. I really need to learn how to do that. I can shred but manuals and wheelies, I have never gotten good at. Time to learn.
I'm curious about the new RM Instinct. It uses the same frame but less travel. Will it be on the aggressive side off trailbikes or not ?
I´m looking to buy a new bike this year 🙂.
Nice video as always 👍
I can sit down peddle wheelie for a block...but can barely manual a puddle. Not the same at all haha. I've got a 2018 Altitude and beefed it up a bit more enduro and love it. The 2021 looks so sleek clean and simple in a good way. That top tube looks a lot smaller too...like maybe it's solid?
Coil shock and 1.5 degrees angleset really helped with my AF. More climbing traction out back with a more attack style head tube angle. Otherwise I’d probably be looking at this altitude or maybe that new stumpy evo. Thanks for the review and your non-standard outlook on bike performance.
Interesting on the angleset on the AF. The 64 head angle on the Rocky felt great, but I think a big part of it was also the frame stiffness and that 38 fork up front. I may sell my Ripmo AF now while values are high, and go back to riding the carbon Ripmo V2. While not super bad or anything, the flex of the AF wouldnt match well to the 38. I haven't taken coil shocks seriously on Ibis bikes since usually the Ibis bikes are really easy to bottom out, thus requiring the volume reducers added to the air chambers.
@@JeffKendallWeed I’m not as aggressive as you, mid 40’s with a couple young kids, so I tend to back off a bit early. I will say though, I’m more comfortable with this setup than I was with my last bike that I kept for almost 3 years and I’ve started progressing again. Bike came with Jade X so bottom outs aren’t bad and dvo make a progressive spring for it, but that’s probably more weight on a XL with dh tires that’s already 37.5lbs 😳
My Megatower with a 170 fork seems to be eating headsets as well. I think it's these longer travel 29ers have more forces on critical components
Hey Jeff, do you notice any butt buzz with 29ers? I have a Banshee Phantom that I run as 27.5x2.8 because I like how playful the bike is with the smaller wheels, and I avoid any buzz. Great video btw! Thx