Who knew this brand would have the best Deal in Mountain Biking???
Who knew this brand would have the best Deal in Mountain Biking???
Who knew this would be the best MTB value of 2023??? It’s February, and Specialized has put this bike on-sale, making it one of the best deals I have seen in the world of mountain biking. What do you think?
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00:00 The Best Deal in Mountain Biking
00:42 SALE Pricing
01:18 Status Models
02:09 Frame Geometry
03:05 Mullet Setup
03:44 FSR 4-Bar Linkage Suspension
04:34 Fox Rhythm 36 Fork
05:12 M5 Aluminum Frame
06:12 4-Piston Hydraulic Brakes
07:10 Actual Weight
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I paid this for a hardtail canyon… I feel bamboozled
Great deal but that pedaling platform feels like a wet noodle vs Ibis DW link.
I’ve had my 2021 Status 160 since July of 21 and put over 500 miles on it. I’ve had zero issues, not even a flat tire. I’m a slightly above average rider but nothing crazy. It climbs pretty good and descends exceptionally well, even took it to a lift service bike park (Stevens Pass) last summer where it went down every trail there. Brakes are actually fantastic and the NX has been really good too. I’ve only changed the saddle and added a 30 tooth oval chain ring for better range on climbs. Highly recommend for intermediate riders who want a banging bike at a fire price
Sure looks like a Polygon T-7 or T-8 or a Marin both by PT………. or Taiwan’s Merida who builds them used PT as a inspiration……
I think there’s more to this than great deals… I wonder if the manufacturers are giving the dealers a heads up of what is projected or assumed… wondering what could happen with the China Russia Taiwan a lot of things are at play.IDK just a thought.
Nice. Way out of my league though. Thanks for sharing this with us
Wow, nice bike and where do you live??? Got a lot of cameras??? It could be a real steal 🥷🚴♂️
great bike
Nice bike but unfortunately there is no such thing as a good deal in mountain biking. MTB’s or way over priced. Just for comparison, you can get a new 125cc dirt bike for $1300 or less.
I bought one last week. Gonna convert it to an ebike
There are a lot of great sales going on right now.
Sorry , but no more chain drive , my next bike will be a gearbox one , there is no turning back , even with this tempting prices …
The 160 is €3300 in Italy, from €3700… that’s just cruel
Nice video mate 🤘
What’s the difference between 160 and 140mm?
Great deal, great video. Thanks!!!
Ordered one last week. No clue when it’ll be shipped, but yeah. Treks are 4+k for full squash.
This is an awsome deal, but I’m 6,6 and the status only has up to an xl (s5)
Has to be very tough to beat ! , What’s needed is a comparison test amongst the top 10 mtn bike companies & their designated , best spec. , best price models & head to head & no holds barred.!
Great deal but I will say it’s definitely frustrating for people trying to sell their bikes including myself. Not that I am trying to sound greedy but I am currently trying to sell my stumpy evo expert to get another bike and even if it sells for an okay price I can get it. But since prices are going down people are gonna look at all the expensive used ones and go “well I can buy the same bike for only 700 bucks more” honestly it’s the way of life and it’s not the end of the world but I am definitely not the only person that is frustrated with this.
still expensive af in canada.
I got exactly the same one and like always, I must build up my confidence. So I rode at Spider Mountain Bike Park. My brakes failed and damaged my thumb but will get some new uncontaminated pads. Meanwhile, it did great on XC trails by firming the suspension. I don’t mind the snail speed or weight since it makes my thighs bigger. However, it got me wondering, is long travel and full suspension actually needed? On firm I climb, corner, and ride better. The FS is open on black lines and drops. Do we need another bike when it’s all embedded on this bike.
I did buy the S4 Specialized Stumpjumper Comp Gloss White Mountains / Black for 3250 US (3150 CHF) here in Switzerland Yesterday. The S4 is sold out and they told me I will have it in 5-6 Weeks. Perfect for Spring. This Bike will replace my Scott Genius 🙂
Isn’t NX barely better than SX?
I got the frame for $1149 after tax and it’ll be replacing an old Hardtail frame that wasn’t exactly sized right for me. Looking forward to my first real full sus
Can you add a 29” wheel to the rear & convert to non-mullet? 27.5 rear might be a little sketch at times for climbing
Holy crap. Guess I’m too poor to even be able to comprehend spending that much on a bike.
It’s design look the same like Polygon D7
what’s the max width rear tire i can put in the back?
YT has some pretty great deals right now if they have the size you need.
I bought my son this bike and I have to say it’s comes set up pretty good. It looks kinda pissed me off because I bought myself a Kona process 134 and put another grand into it to set it up the way I like it and the flight status 160 came better than my bike for 2grand less
Last Sunday I went to the local Bike shope to check out bikes. The worker sold me on the status FINALLY. I’ve ALMOST bought the status a few times. But they never have my size available in store. last Sunday was no different , only s3 in stock. Full price 3k. I checked the website when I got home and it was 2250. She will arrive for assembly Monday 😊
Lot of bikes getting sold of cheap as the industry is flooded since lockdown
It really is insane value. I have the stumpy but this bike makes so much sense for so many people.
It seems that this bike is quite a bit heavier than the stumpjumper, right? It seems that is the case.
I got the rockhopper I’m going to have to upgrade to this
Not sure I’d want a mullet. 27.5” wheel size is out of fashion. This can be seen by fork and tyre manufacturers not supportin 27.5. I bought a roxky element carbon for 2.5k.
Got my carbon fezzari delano peak for 2999..nx/gx drivetrain..
Love the plastic reflectors…
I like how they used the rear triangle design of the last iteration of the xwing enduro 2019, you could probably use the status160 rear end on an xwing enduro
I also recommend the YT Capra Core 2
The price in germany right now is way over 3k
im currently shopping for a bike and so far the best deal ive found is the specialized rockhopper @ $488 for the base model so far.
This aluminum bike frame looks like something Polygon probably makes for them. Would love to know for sure since polygon makes aluminum frames for other bike manufacturers.
Sad thing is that your shock will probably break though.
Been a Specialized guy for about six years now… and only recently started getting turned off by their pricing. Likely because of the post pandemic blow outs going on… which are basically a kick in the nuts, and slap in the face, for anyone that was forced to pay an exorbitant amount of money for their 2020-2021 purchases. Specialized inflated pricing, to support their excessive marketing, does make my skin crawl… but at the end of the day, my money goes to the brand with the biggest R&D. If I were constantly riding enduro, an alloy romper, like the Status, would be among my first choices.
Can you turn the 140 into the 160? Are the frames different?
Bit hard to ride with no pedals
Just picked this guy up. Too cheap not too. Can’t wait to see how it rides
Wonder how The Pros Closet is still holding on when new Bike prices are so cheep and the used market is flooded with deals as well.