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Today on this James the Bike Guy we're taking a look at the radically redesigned seventh-generation version of Trek's Madone, which is their aerodynamic performance race bike and in this video we're checking out holes in all of this brand new frame, figuring out some of the specs and features and then, of course, we're gonna find out what it weighs so if this kind of thing is interesting to you stick around and let's get flowing At the risk of another flow or a hole joke this is the new Trek Madone Gen 7 and it features that thing back there which is kind of the most important part or most drawing I might should say part of this bike the Isoflow rear end Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch The Gear I use: Google Pixel 7 Pro: https://amzn.to/3IcnFdt (Bike Videos) ----- Sony ZV-1 Camera: https://amzn.to/38QHfK3 (Tutorial Videos) ----- Insta360 X2 Camera: https://amzn.to/3jG9PWd (Drone-like Shots) ----- Rode Wireless Go Microphone: https://amzn.to/3jujAqw (Sound Quality) ----- Bike Scale: https://amzn.to/3FXdF4M (Bike Scale) ----- Accurate Escali Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm (Parts Scale) ----- Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3jy8XD3 -- DISCLAIMER: This video description contains affiliate links, meaning I'll receive a small commission if you click on one of the product links. I work within the cycling industry, and the views are not representative of the views of my employer. Jamesthebikeguy videos are produced outside of employment obligations and are made of my own volition unless otherwise stated.

This Breezer Radar X is a really interesting rig and radar stands for road and dirt adventure rig I really think this bike stands up to that A couple of reasons why would be this thing is filled with braze-ons So all these little bolts you've got three on the seat stay here you've got two more down there for racks or mounts or I bet this is for bags or even bottles on the back end More rack mounts there The rear end is through axle with a threaded bottom bracket in the center And then you're going to have even more water bottle cage mounts here with a triplicate on the down tube two on the seat tube And this seat tube is super straight but it's got a little kink in the bottom And interestingly I found on the other side it's got a spot for a dropper post routing Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch The Gear I use: Google Pixel 7 Pro: https://amzn.to/3IcnFdt (Bike Videos) ----- Sony ZV-1 Camera: https://amzn.to/38QHfK3 (Tutorial Videos) ----- Insta360 X2 Camera: https://amzn.to/3jG9PWd (Drone-like Shots) ----- Rode Wireless Go Microphone: https://amzn.to/3jujAqw (Sound Quality) ----- Bike Scale: https://amzn.to/3FXdF4M (Bike Scale) ----- Accurate Escali Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm (Parts Scale) ----- Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3jy8XD3 -- DISCLAIMER: This video description contains affiliate links, meaning I'll receive a small commission if you click on one of the product links. I work within the cycling industry, and the views are not representative of the views of my employer. Jamesthebikeguy videos are produced outside of employment obligations and are made of my own volition unless otherwise stated.

Let's find out the specs And diving into the specs as I mentioned just a bit earlier with the suspension this being the Deore model means that this is the least expensive in the range Now obviously this is not an inexpensive bike So it is starting with mid-level or better components But the drivetrain is going to be composed of a Deore 12-speed drivetrain So this is going to be 12 speeds operating through an 11 to 51 tooth cassette And then as we drive forward it has a FSA crank set This is the FSA Comet crank set It comes with a 32-th chainring Of course 1x specific and it does have a threaded bottom bracket. www.jamesthebikeguy.com

The Breezer Downtown EX is a stylish cruiser that is actually worth riding. Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch The Gear I use: Google Pixel 7 Pro: https://amzn.to/3IcnFdt (Bike Videos) ----- Sony ZV-1 Camera: https://amzn.to/38QHfK3 (Tutorial Videos) ----- Insta360 X2 Camera: https://amzn.to/3jG9PWd (Drone-like Shots) ----- Rode Wireless Go Microphone: https://amzn.to/3jujAqw (Sound Quality) ----- Bike Scale: https://amzn.to/3FXdF4M (Bike Scale) ----- Accurate Escali Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm (Parts Scale) ----- Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3jy8XD3 -- DISCLAIMER: This video description contains affiliate links, meaning I'll receive a small commission if you click on one of the product links. I work within the cycling industry, and the views are not representative of the views of my employer. Jamesthebikeguy videos are produced outside of employment obligations and are made of my own volition unless otherwise stated.

In their lineup, the Rock Hopper has been around for quite some time and it came in after their first and original Stumpjumper mountain bike. Now Rock Hoppers range from this model which is the base level all the way up to Rock Hopper Pro that comes with some pretty high end componentry on the more basic frame. And at $500 in my opinion, it totally changes the value proposition of this bike. So you can see all the cables kind of run in and down through the bike which is nice to see keeps a nice clean aesthetic to it. This is a place where I do wish it had tapered headset with a larger lower bearing that would have allowed for some more fork options as you upgrade. But alas, it does come with 100 millimeters of front suspension and that 100 millimeters of front suspension is connecting a 29 inch wheel to the ground. Link to bike: https://bit.ly/3BkVZ1r Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch The Gear I use: Google Pixel 7 Pro: https://amzn.to/3IcnFdt (Bike Videos) ----- Sony ZV-1 Camera: https://amzn.to/38QHfK3 (Tutorial Videos) ----- Insta360 X2 Camera: https://amzn.to/3jG9PWd (Drone-like Shots) ----- Rode Wireless Go Microphone: https://amzn.to/3jujAqw (Sound Quality) ----- Bike Scale: https://amzn.to/3FXdF4M (Bike Scale) ----- Accurate Escali Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm (Parts Scale) ----- Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3jy8XD3 -- DISCLAIMER: This video description contains affiliate links, meaning I'll receive a small commission if you click on one of the product links. I work within the cycling industry, and the views are not representative of the views of my employer. Jamesthebikeguy videos are produced outside of employment obligations and are made of my own volition unless otherwise stated.

The Trek X-Caliber 8 is a versatile cross-country mountain bike designed to conquer any trail with confidence. Its high-performance features, including an advanced suspension fork and a wide-range drivetrain, guarantee smooth rides across various terrains. With its lightweight aluminum frame and powerful hydraulic disc brakes, it offers both exceptional agility and precise control. Trek X-Caliber 8 is ready to take your mountain biking experience to new heights. The Mighty Trek X-Caliber 8: You Won't Believe This! Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch The Gear I use: Google Pixel 7 Pro: https://amzn.to/3IcnFdt (Bike Videos) ----- Sony ZV-1 Camera: https://amzn.to/38QHfK3 (Tutorial Videos) ----- Insta360 X2 Camera: https://amzn.to/3jG9PWd (Drone-like Shots) ----- Rode Wireless Go Microphone: https://amzn.to/3jujAqw (Sound Quality) ----- Bike Scale: https://amzn.to/3FXdF4M (Bike Scale) ----- Accurate Escali Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm (Parts Scale) ----- Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3jy8XD3 -- DISCLAIMER: This video description contains affiliate links, meaning I'll receive a small commission if you click on one of the product links. I work within the cycling industry, and the views are not representative of the views of my employer. Jamesthebikeguy videos are produced outside of employment obligations and are made of my own volition unless otherwise stated.

My 2022 Specialized Stumpjumper Evo Comp Carbon Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch The Gear I use: Google Pixel 7 Pro: https://amzn.to/3IcnFdt (Bike Videos) ----- Sony ZV-1 Camera: https://amzn.to/38QHfK3 (Tutorial Videos) ----- Insta360 X2 Camera: https://amzn.to/3jG9PWd (Drone-like Shots) ----- Rode Wireless Go Microphone: https://amzn.to/3jujAqw (Sound Quality) ----- Bike Scale: https://amzn.to/3FXdF4M (Bike Scale) ----- Accurate Escali Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm (Parts Scale) ----- Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3jy8XD3 -- DISCLAIMER: This video description contains affiliate links, meaning I'll receive a small commission if you click on one of the product links. I work within the cycling industry, and the views are not representative of the views of my employer. Jamesthebikeguy videos are produced outside of employment obligations and are made of my own volition unless otherwise stated.

I was out in Morgan Hill California and got to stay a weekend up there And I actually borrowed a bike from Specialized This was right after their first generation Specialized Diverge came out And that Specialized Diverge had disc It had Di2 Just everything you could ever dream about And I got to take that bike for for a ride with one of Specialized demo truck drivers at the time But we went over Mount Madonna which had a 1400 foot climb The biggest climb even to date that I've ever done

Uncover the WILD Features of the 3rd Generation Trek Roscoe 8 Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch The Gear I use: Google Pixel 7 Pro: https://amzn.to/3IcnFdt (Bike Videos) ----- Sony ZV-1 Camera: https://amzn.to/38QHfK3 (Tutorial Videos) ----- Insta360 X2 Camera: https://amzn.to/3jG9PWd (Drone-like Shots) ----- Rode Wireless Go Microphone: https://amzn.to/3jujAqw (Sound Quality) ----- Bike Scale: https://amzn.to/3FXdF4M (Bike Scale) ----- Accurate Escali Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm (Parts Scale) ----- Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3jy8XD3 -- DISCLAIMER: This video description contains affiliate links, meaning I'll receive a small commission if you click on one of the product links. I work within the cycling industry, and the views are not representative of the views of my employer. Jamesthebikeguy videos are produced outside of employment obligations and are made of my own volition unless otherwise stated.

Now our freehub body you may be able to see inside there's kind of a spacer and it's offset So sometimes you've got to stick your finger into it and slide that into place Now you can see it's perfect So we'll take our freehub body slide it back down and now rotate as if you're freewheeling and you see it clicks right into place So because we're going to microspline it does use a different end cap Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch The Gear I use: Google Pixel 7 Pro: https://amzn.to/3IcnFdt (Bike Videos) ----- Sony ZV-1 Camera: https://amzn.to/38QHfK3 (Tutorial Videos) ----- Insta360 X2 Camera: https://amzn.to/3jG9PWd (Drone-like Shots) ----- Rode Wireless Go Microphone: https://amzn.to/3jujAqw (Sound Quality) ----- Bike Scale: https://amzn.to/3FXdF4M (Bike Scale) ----- Accurate Escali Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm (Parts Scale) ----- Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3jy8XD3 -- DISCLAIMER: This video description contains affiliate links, meaning I'll receive a small commission if you click on one of the product links. I work within the cycling industry, and the views are not representative of the views of my employer. Jamesthebikeguy videos are produced outside of employment obligations and are made of my own volition unless otherwise stated.

So I am so excited to get this thing open with you all and check out what's inside Pulling off the top Now my local bike shop did already unscrew this so I've gotten a little peek inside They got the chance to do the big reveal today and it is our chance to take a look inside So inside here we've got some pieces of information some stuff for the dealers but that I'll just flip it right over like that Probably would have been smarter to pull the bottom off first And in fact if you look at their little Eagle transmission axis this is the 29th groupset How cool is that? Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch The Gear I use: Google Pixel 7 Pro: https://amzn.to/3IcnFdt (Bike Videos) ----- Sony ZV-1 Camera: https://amzn.to/38QHfK3 (Tutorial Videos) ----- Insta360 X2 Camera: https://amzn.to/3jG9PWd (Drone-like Shots) ----- Rode Wireless Go Microphone: https://amzn.to/3jujAqw (Sound Quality) ----- Bike Scale: https://amzn.to/3FXdF4M (Bike Scale) ----- Accurate Escali Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm (Parts Scale) ----- Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3jy8XD3 -- DISCLAIMER: This video description contains affiliate links, meaning I'll receive a small commission if you click on one of the product links. I work within the cycling industry, and the views are not representative of the views of my employer. Jamesthebikeguy videos are produced outside of employment obligations and are made of my own volition unless otherwise stated.

In this video we check out the 2023 Specialized Fuse 27.5, a base model version on their popular 27.5 hardtail that happens to be on a major discount. So is it a deal or a disappointment? Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch The Gear I use: Google Pixel 7 Pro: https://amzn.to/3IcnFdt (Bike Videos) ----- Sony ZV-1 Camera: https://amzn.to/38QHfK3 (Tutorial Videos) ----- Insta360 X2 Camera: https://amzn.to/3jG9PWd (Drone-like Shots) ----- Rode Wireless Go Microphone: https://amzn.to/3jujAqw (Sound Quality) ----- Bike Scale: https://amzn.to/3FXdF4M (Bike Scale) ----- Accurate Escali Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm (Parts Scale) ----- Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3jy8XD3 00:42 2023 Specialized Fuse 27.5 Base Model 01:39 Frame Features & Specs 02:32 Does a Lower price make it competitive? 03:15 X-Fusion MIG 27.5 Fork up to the task? 04:07 microSHIFT Advent Drivetrain 05:18 Handlebar, Stem & Dropper 06:09 How good is the Geometry? 07:07 2023 Specialized Fuse 27.5 Weight -- DISCLAIMER: This video description contains affiliate links, meaning I'll receive a small commission if you click on one of the product links. I work within the cycling industry, and the views are not representative of the views of my employer. Jamesthebikeguy videos are produced outside of employment obligations and are made of my own volition unless otherwise stated.

Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch The Gear I use: Google Pixel 7 Pro: https://amzn.to/3IcnFdt (Bike Videos) ----- Sony ZV-1 Camera: https://amzn.to/38QHfK3 (Tutorial Videos) ----- Insta360 X2 Camera: https://amzn.to/3jG9PWd (Drone-like Shots) ----- Rode Wireless Go Microphone: https://amzn.to/3jujAqw (Sound Quality) ----- Bike Scale: https://amzn.to/3FXdF4M (Bike Scale) ----- Accurate Escali Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm (Parts Scale) ----- Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3jy8XD3 -- DISCLAIMER: This video description contains affiliate links, meaning I'll receive a small commission if you click on one of the product links. I work within the cycling industry, and the views are not representative of the views of my employer. Jamesthebikeguy videos are produced outside of employment obligations and are made of my own volition unless otherwise stated.

Hello and welcome to this James the bike guy where today we're getting a chance to take a look at a commuters dream from Trek. So the Trek district is a bike that's specifically designed from Trek ground up to be a commuter. Now, of course Trek also has their FX series of bikes which is a fitness style commuter that can kind of bridge the gap as a hybrid between the two. But this district is purpose-built for urban riding or just having a bike that's coming factory with just about everything you need to have a reliable commuter and that means there's a couple of key features to this that are different than the FX or many of the other commuter style hybrids that are out on the market. The first things to talk about of course is going to be this district specific frame. So the district frame utilizes Trek's Alpha Gold Aluminum. It has shaped and butted tubing. Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch The Gear I use: Google Pixel 7 Pro: https://amzn.to/3IcnFdt (Bike Videos) ----- Sony ZV-1 Camera: https://amzn.to/38QHfK3 (Tutorial Videos) ----- Insta360 X2 Camera: https://amzn.to/3jG9PWd (Drone-like Shots) ----- Rode Wireless Go Microphone: https://amzn.to/3jujAqw (Sound Quality) ----- Bike Scale: https://amzn.to/3FXdF4M (Bike Scale) ----- Accurate Escali Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm (Parts Scale) ----- Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3jy8XD3 -- DISCLAIMER: This video description contains affiliate links, meaning I'll receive a small commission if you click on one of the product links. I work within the cycling industry, and the views are not representative of the views of my employer. Jamesthebikeguy videos are produced outside of employment obligations and are made of my own volition unless otherwise stated.

Link to bike: https://bit.ly/3BkVZ1r So jumping into the Specialized Rock Hopper. In their lineup, the Rock Hopper has been around for quite some time and it came in after their first and original Stumpjumper mountain bike. So it does give you some range to be able to upgrade over time and that confidence that if you buy into a basic beginner mountain bike you're getting a frame that could support some nicer parts as well. Now this bike itself was selling for $650 which is a fairly substantial price for a beginner bike and in that while it was still a great nice bike to have the 650 price is now $499. Hello and welcome to this James the Bike Guy where today we're getting a chance to take a look at Specialized Most Entry Level 29er Mountain Bike. Link to bike: https://bit.ly/3BkVZ1r Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch The Gear I use: Google Pixel 7 Pro: https://amzn.to/3IcnFdt (Bike Videos) ----- Sony ZV-1 Camera: https://amzn.to/38QHfK3 (Tutorial Videos) ----- Insta360 X2 Camera: https://amzn.to/3jG9PWd (Drone-like Shots) ----- Rode Wireless Go Microphone: https://amzn.to/3jujAqw (Sound Quality) ----- Bike Scale: https://amzn.to/3FXdF4M (Bike Scale) ----- Accurate Escali Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm (Parts Scale) ----- Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3jy8XD3 -- DISCLAIMER: This video description contains affiliate links, meaning I'll receive a small commission if you click on one of the product links. I work within the cycling industry, and the views are not representative of the views of my employer. Jamesthebikeguy videos are produced outside of employment obligations and are made of my own volition unless otherwise stated.

That's right in front of us is the Giant Fathom 29.2 and in this video we're going to go into the features and designs of this mid-priced hardtail aggressive mountain bike to find out if this is a good choice in that category as well as figure out exactly what it weighs. Well the Fathom series itself has been around for a bit of time but it is one of the aggressive hardtails that are out on the market from a mainline manufacturer and by that I mean in the world of hardtails the great thing about it is there's so many manufacturers that are out there, a bunch of boutique brands making some very very cool stuff but in the marketplace for name brands like Giant in front of us here there's actually not that many bikes that are going to combine super rowdy geometry, 130 millimeters of front suspension travel and some big 29 inch wheels. Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch Let me know what you think in the comments below & Don't forget to subscribe!!! - Visit my Website: www.jamesthebikeguy.com --- - Check it out at my favorite shop: https://bit.ly/3pVF6lS --- - JBG Merch and Support the Channel: https://teespring.com/stores/jamesthebikeguy-merch The Gear I use: Google Pixel 7 Pro: https://amzn.to/3IcnFdt (Bike Videos) ----- Sony ZV-1 Camera: https://amzn.to/38QHfK3 (Tutorial Videos) ----- Insta360 X2 Camera: https://amzn.to/3jG9PWd (Drone-like Shots) ----- Rode Wireless Go Microphone: https://amzn.to/3jujAqw (Sound Quality) ----- Bike Scale: https://amzn.to/3FXdF4M (Bike Scale) ----- Accurate Escali Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm (Parts Scale) ----- Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3jy8XD3 -- DISCLAIMER: This video description contains affiliate links, meaning I'll receive a small commission if you click on one of the product links. I work within the cycling industry, and the views are not representative of the views of my employer. Jamesthebikeguy videos are produced outside of employment obligations and are made of my own volition unless otherwise stated.