Hey folks. New to the Moots forum. I am convinced I need either a YBB or a Rigor. Before I pull the plug, I would really like to ride a 26" YBB. Although my local Moots dealer is fantastic, they just don't have access to any 26" YBB's. I am hoping someone from this forum might be able to help me out. I am in Portland, OR. Thanks in advance. Dan.
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The YBB is hard to beat- I've owned mine since fall of '07 and have loved every ride on it. I'm on the other side of the country so I can't offer you a test ride, but I can offer my insight.
The YBB is really a lightweight full suspension bike, especially when paired with a ti post. On the road you can feel some slight movement of the suspension when spinning on smooth surfaces, but on the trail it's not noticeable that it's doing anything other than smoothing out the terrain. Handling is amazing, the ride quality is superb and it's a great bike for XC races and long days in the saddle. I've put mine through several 50+ mile races and it's been the perfect blend of light weight, smoothness and efficiency. Most people who have owned one would tell you the same.
It's not a hardtail, so if you want a frame that's about .3-.5 pounds lighter, a little stiffer and less compliant then get the Rigor. By hardtail standards the Rigor is by no means harsh, but it's not a plush duallie ride by any means. The two seem close, but they're very different bikes.
The only time I would consider the Rigor to be a better option for me was during short track and weekly training races that are less than an hour. In those events the out-of-the-saddle efforts and torque might give the Rigor a very slight edge, but not enough for me to consider trading in the traction advantage and compliance of the YBB.
I also have more detail on my blog- http://www.pro-35.blogspot.com.
Posted 2 years ago # -
woody
MemberAs many others have said on this forum. "You can always lockout the slider".
And make sure you read Matty's response close that's .3 - .5 not 3 - 5 lbs...
So for a half a pound more weight it's a no-brainer. Ybb all the wayHave you looked into the Mooto-XYbb or Mooto-X?
Woody
Posted 2 years ago # -
dtnaughton,
Check out Cycle Path in Portland....Bill, Joshua and the crew will be able to figure out some type of test ride. They are our #1 dealer in 2010...super good crew.Thanks,
Jon@Moots
Posted 2 years ago # -
nstilwell
MemberDan,
I will second MattyVT's post. I think the YBB really helps for those long days in the saddle. It's the perfect blend of a hard tail and a full suspension.
The YBB 26 rides great. It climbs like a champ and descends well too. I've put over 3,900 miles with ~620K of climbing on mine since I bought it 2 years ago.
Not sure if you are set on the 26, but I would definitely ride the 29er version (MootoX YBB) as well before you decide which one to purchase. Hopefully someone up there in Portland will let you take one (or both) for a spin. You won't be disappointed.
Nick
Posted 2 years ago # -
dtnaughton
MemberThanks for the input everyone. I know the Cyclepath fellas well and they are trying to hook me up with a test ride. I am not tall and ride a lot of tight and twisty singletrack in the Pacific NW. I am just not sold on the 29er craze. While it makes sense for some, it is not for everyone. I need a 26 inch hardtail or YBB. Old school all the way.
Dan
Posted 2 years ago # -
dsully
MemberI'm in the Original Portland, Maine. We've cornered the market on tight, rooty, rocky, wet single track. I ride the MXX YBB and have a great time on it, particularly on the more open single track terrain in the mountains of western Maine. However, for the tight stuff I would prefer the 26" wheel. Based on your comments and height I would recommend the 26" YBB for you. NO question
Posted 2 years ago #
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