Category: Showdowns
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Norco Fluid VLT Review: Keeping it Simple
Some bikes feel like they’re built to bulldoze, others feel like they’re built to dance — and the Norco Fluid VLT definitely leans toward the latter. It’s a lightweight, mid-power e-MTB with Bosch’s compact SX motor, 140 millimeters of rear travel, and a geometry that screams quick and sharp. But here’s the real question —…
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Yeti MTe: The eMTB that doesn’t ride like one
We’re back with another eMTB, and this time around, it’s the lightweight Yeti MTe. The mentality behind the MTe is bike first, motor second. You know how a bike can completely disappear beneath you, and all you have to think about is the trail ahead? That’s a rare feeling on an eMTB, but not with…
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2025 Best eMTB: Head-to-Head Test & Review
We rounded up five full-power Bosch eMTBs and put them to the test. The Santa Cruz Vala, Santa Cruz Bullit, Orbea Wild, Mondraker Crafty and Transition Regulator CX, all went head-to-head in real-world trail conditions—no labs, no gimmicks, just dirt, sweat, and a whole lot of watts. If you’re trying to figure out which long-travel…
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Santa Cruz Bullit Review: Bosch CX Meets Freeride
Alright, team, here we go with the Santa Cruz Bullit. 170mm of travel, a Bosch CX motor, and a downhill mindset—this is Santa Cruz’s biggest, burliest eMTB to date. It’s got all the travel and power you could ask for — and it’s ready for anything you throw at it. It’s a purpose-built gravity fiend…
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Mondraker Crafty Review: A Bosch-Powered Mountain goat
The Mondraker Crafty RR is a big-power eMTB built for riders who want serious range, serious traction, and a versatile bike that fits in almost anywhere. Out of the box, the bike does feel a bit tall, no question. But — and this is an important but — with a few smart setup tweaks, the…
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Transition Regulator SX & CX Review: What’s the Difference?
Here we go on the all-new Transition Regulator. With two versions and two different motors—CX for full power and SX for a lightweight, more pedal-bike-like feel—the Regulator has something for everyone. Transition designed this bike to be more responsive and lively with a more natural ride experience than their other eMTBs. After riding both models,…
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2024 All-Mountain MTB Showdown
Alright, team, today we’re looking for the best all-mountain MTB so we’re talking Transition Sentinel, Santa Cruz Hightower, and the Ibis Ripmo. Welcome to the 2024 All-Mountain Showdown. We’re diving into the ins and outs of some of this year’s top all-mountain bikes. We spent a week in Moab riding these three back-to-back on some…
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Ibis Ripley vs Ripmo: Different Enough?
Alright—we’ve covered both the new Ibis Ripmo and Ripley in their own videos. Now it’s time for the shootout. You might think there’s not much difference between these bikes—they use the same frame, after all. And yeah, on paper, you might not be wrong. But in real-world applications, you’d be really wrong. The differences between…
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2025 Orbea Rise SL & LT
Today, we’re talking about the 2025 Orbea Rise SL and LT. We’re riding them back to back and discussing where each one shines. They’ve got the same frame and motor, so how different can they really be? Stick around to find out. 2025 Orbea Rise: What’s New? The new Rise is the revamped version of…
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Orbea Occam SL & LT Review: Which one is better?
Today, we’re talking about the new Orbea Occam, both the SL and LT models. How much can 10mm of travel and different components make? We’re going to dive in and help you decide which one is the better option for you. We’ve also got a race against the clock in store, so stick around. <…