The Ultimate Hardtail Mountain Bike Again. A couple of years ago, I built what I called the ultimate hardtail – a custom Marin San Quentin loaded with top-tier parts. That bike took me everywhere. It was quick, light, and packed with 130mm of travel. But over time, its short reach and low stack made it challenging for high-speed, rough terrain. I loved it, but I was ready for something more aggressive.
Parts used in this build. Some links are affiliate links. If you buy using those links it helps us to bring you more content.
Magura MT5 HC Brakes
https://jenson.sjv.io/gOPqVv
https://www.magurausa-shop.com/product.htm?pid=304410&cat=11906
Fork Rockshox Pike Ultimate
https://alnk.to/dAnsxQm
Renthal Fatbar 40mm rise
https://jenson.sjv.io/RGPZD7
Wheels Reynolds Black Label 347
https://hayesbicycle.com/products/blacklabel-wide-trail-347-hydra?srsltid=AfmBOorKBDZkfzTnxnxEXLgCvxBiOVCW55It5ka1VT0MJAPVIShVSXRg
https://alnk.to/cb3oHso
A great alternative for less
https://jenson.sjv.io/MAn2YP
An even cheaper alternative
https://us.huntbikewheels.com/products/hunt-enduro-wide-mtb-27-5-wheelset
5Dev Cranks
https://jenson.sjv.io/bObPgB
SDG Tellis Dropper
https://alnk.to/90zL2U2
Wolftooth Remote
https://alnk.to/31rZHhQ
Wolftooth Gold Parts
https://alnk.to/7fqbeV1
Wolftooth Oval Chainring
https://alnk.to/8tPu6EI
Ergon Saddle
https://alnk.to/d3DbBSN
Specialized Slaughter
https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=9xjo3WozjjM&mid=49187&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.specialized.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fslaughter-grid-trail-2bliss-ready-t7%2Fp%2F173784%3Fcolor%3D273980-173784%26searchText%3D00120-6403
Specialized Butcher
https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=9xjo3WozjjM&mid=49187&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.specialized.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fbutcher-grid-trail-2bliss-ready-t9%2Fp%2F187347%3Fcolor%3D300425-187347%26searchText%3D00121-0039
Shimano XT 8100 Drivetrain
https://alnk.to/5jlQsld
Frameset (if there are any left)
https://www.cotic.co.uk/product/BFe275?srsltid=AfmBOooQ9mCTwIEzv7wRSiCDAoPD8RgoFkpIpfdIHf4b5xTDNeDucWYz
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What I'm riding in 2024/25
Trail Bike
Polygon Siskiu T6
https://bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/5gPD9j
XC Race Bike
Polygon Syncline C5
https://bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/DKKy3G
Superior XF979 RC
https://bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/zNd4R0
Enduro Bike
Rocky Mountain Altitude C50
https://jenson.sjv.io/vneMrL
BMX Bike
Kink Gap
https://bit.ly/3Y2TWrn
Helmet
Trail Half Shell: Troy Lee Designs A2 MIPS
https://jenson.sjv.io/Or3vgQ
Full Face: 100% Aircraft
https://bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/6e9Ryb
Road/Gravel/XC Helmet: Giro Agilis MIPS
https://bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/MmxYA2
Camera Gear
GoPro Hero 11 Black
https://amzn.to/3Y2VB05
GoPro Hero 9 Black
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DJI Osmo Action 3
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Stuntman Chest Mount
https://amzn.to/3IPvSE4
Shoes
Five Ten Trailcross Mid Pro
https://jenson.sjv.io/9WQogW
Ride Concepts Powerline
https://amzn.to/42c5T1U
Etnies Semenuk Pro
https://bit.ly/49EMAkf
Gloves
Tasco
https://jenson.sjv.io/n1xaLA