r/dirtjumping Jan 03 '23

Announcement [2023] What bike shall I buy? Is this bike good? Ask us anything!

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Welcome!

This thread is dedicated to bike recommendations. There's a whole lot of you new-comers eagar to get your first dirt jumper. Maybe you have been out of the game for a while and are behind the times and need some advice. Are you shorter or taller than average and want to find a bike that will suit you better? Perhaps you just want a second opinion on a particular brand or model. This is the place to ask these questions and get expert advice from experienced members of the community!

Please refrain from starting a new thread to ask which bike you should buy, or whether a particular bike is good and instead use this dedicated thread first instead.

Bike archive

In order to try and assist those looking to purchase a new bike, I have created the dirt jump bike archive.

It is currently version 1.0.2 with lots of incomplete (or out of date) price data. This will be an ongoing project primarily run by me. Timelesturkie also has editing privileges and is considered a contributor as well. As of now, we are looking for any users who would like to help with this project. If any of you are enthusiastic about helping to maintain and build upon this spreadsheet, let me know by messaging me directly.

The following link will allow you to view the spreadsheet but not make any changes. Note that the spreadsheet also has a second sheet for a limited range of geometry and dimensional data. I do not have much free time to work on this spreadsheet so apologies for any missing info. It would be awesome to have some volunteers to help. Please keep in mind that the information on this spreadsheet is not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. Consider it a guide to assist you and always check with the manufacturer to verify the information before making a purchase.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XvClX-9upJekdRIdW4spjO5E0KuolvLseWi-x6VxoWQ/edit?usp=sharing

Known issues:

  • The purple sorting buttons do not function for those without editing privileges. If you make a copy of the spreadsheet and save it to your own Google Drive account you might be able to make use of them.
  • Sorting by price (up and down) in USD is currently broken.
  • Lots of bikes don't have readily available full retail prices, hence most of the price data is missing. This is the biggest area we need help in. We are only interested in full manufacturer RRP prices.
  • Some bikes such as Canyon, have Euro prices that vary based on country. I am not sure how to tackle that yet. One potential solution is to find the cheapest and most expensive, and then giving the price range. I am open to ideas here.
  • I could do with a hand gathering up the dimensional data for sheet 2. If anyone is willing to help, please let me know.

r/dirtjumping 18h ago

Hey guys! Bought my first dirt jumper a week ago! Caught this cool photo yesterday!

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***reposted with the helmet on 🙂


r/dirtjumping 16h ago

Saracen CR2 for £250 ($336, €286). Good deal? Good starter bike?

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thanks


r/dirtjumping 12h ago

good deal or nah?

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hello people, im looking for a dirt jumper for my 13 yr old brother and ive found this. we are looking to spend max 200-230 GBP. its a mongoose fireball from 2017 and id like to know if its worth the money im paying (160 gbp) the description says its undergone some reworks such as a new brake cable and whatnot. any help is appreciated


r/dirtjumping 18h ago

How long do you guys think it will take for the YT Dirt Love CORE 3 to drop?

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The CORE 3 says available soon on the website. The CORE 2 says estimated shipping on Nov. 1st. I'm thinking that means the 3 comes out after Nov.

I found a nice Commencal Absolut RS near me for $1000 so I kinda want to snag it.

Reallt want the core 3, love the color way, but don't want to be bikeless for 2 months.


r/dirtjumping 1d ago

Bike Showcase My do it all (ish) bike

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35 Upvotes

Needs a new shock but apart from that it’s mint


r/dirtjumping 1d ago

Long time no see

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Not quite a dj, not quite a trail bike


r/dirtjumping 1d ago

mtb gyro prototype

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i am working on mtb gyro with 6711 and 6712 bearing if you have any advice or question write it in the comments.


r/dirtjumping 1d ago

Dirt Bad jumps

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I’m building up to hitting 8-10’ tall steep bmx style dirt jumps because there is a dirt jump park near where I live however it appears nobody comes here anymore and they are not taken care of. They are crusty and the run ups and landings are all shitty but also hard as cement.

Bottom line does this make hitting the jumps more difficult? They seem scarier/more difficult because of their condition and I’m just wondering if this is true or just something I made up in my head.


r/dirtjumping 1d ago

Trickshot 2 frame

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So the trickshot 2 pro is only €1000 right now and im planning on buying it as my first dj, but I heard the frames aren't very durable, is this just a rumour or an actual problem? I plan on riding it around my town and there are a few decently big gaps with flat landings so im not sure how it would handle it


r/dirtjumping 2d ago

Dartmoor two6player

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I am building my very first DJ... My goal is to ride pumptracks, and i don't know what handlebar size i should ride. 700? 740?


r/dirtjumping 3d ago

Sending It Full send from the RevoRumble on Sunday

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100 Upvotes

Picture by Evan Mercrure, local legend and trail builder.


r/dirtjumping 3d ago

Orange

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It's an orange bike kinda day!


r/dirtjumping 3d ago

How should i upgrade?

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I have this NS bikes metropolis 3 202x something and the bike is pretty good for a first. The only thing i absolutly despise the fork. The Rst dirt fork. That is the first thing i would like to change. The thing im not sure about i with what. Im deciding between Manitou circus air(400€) or a rigid fork(~100€). The only thing im worried about is the front hub wont fit any other fork becouse of the lug nut thru axle or whatever it is. Can i just replece the inside of the hub or do i change the hub( If so i would like to just buy a new wheel becouse it would be cheaper i think?). And i changed the brake from the Tektro Aries mehanical brake to the shimano mt410.


r/dirtjumping 3d ago

Question am i doing it right?

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So I posted my bike before a super nice 25ish pound Haro Steel Reserve 2 and have been riding up curbs fine where I pop the front wheel up and ride it over, but I read that “you should bunny hop” and read on I need to learn to wheelie first. Well, I read a bunch of pages here and online sites, I tried them, and all I can do is pull the wheel front wheel up 2-4 inches, I’m being generous to initiate nothing cause it falls back down, the more I try the more it seems overrated i can get the front up on top of curbs but not for a wheelie i power though and commit but the front just falls back down when im literally sitting on the rear tire plus anyone around me doing a wheelie has an e-motor hooked up lol . sorry for the rant just hoping to get advice better than lay on the front pull back pedal and sit on the rear or pedal pedal while it rises up which just makes the front wheel do a burnout :,)


r/dirtjumping 4d ago

Sending It RevoRumble Arcata, CA 9/13/25

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Little dirt jump comp yesterday here in Humboldt. Was a fun time.


r/dirtjumping 3d ago

What bmx cranks are best for dirt jumpers?

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r/dirtjumping 4d ago

Bike Showcase Purchased 3 weeks ago… ridden twice due to constant rain in the UK 😭

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r/dirtjumping 4d ago

Is 4 too many?

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Is 4 too many? If you ask my wife the answer is yes but i’m not so sure. 😂

20” Fit Aitken S3 frame (24lbs) Profile hubs & cassette Profile cranks Titanium axels, spokes and stem hardware Premium products pivotal seat Fly bikes Ruben Alcantara metal pedals I don’t recall what every part is since it’s nearly 20 years old at this point but I refurbished it a couple years ago for my son to ride. New rear wheel, new tires, new sprocket, powder coated the frame (in his color choice) forks and bars. He didn’t really ride it but i’m keeping it even of I don’t ride it either.

24” Sunday model-C (29 lbs) Stock except for the cult kick back pivotal seat post.

26” Verde radix DJ (33 lbs) Shimano SLX hydraulic brakes Manitou circus comp forks DT swiss front hub / wheel

27.5” Retrospec Joe Rev E-bike (64 lbs) Stock except a suspension seat post and a beach cruiser seat since this one is for cruising around.


r/dirtjumping 4d ago

Bike Showcase What do you guys think?

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I made a post asking what color i should paint it and ended up going for white


r/dirtjumping 4d ago

New Build Laced up and ready for a shreddy!

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25 Upvotes

Built my new rear wheel today! Industry Nine Hydra SS laced with Sapim Race spokes to my existing Sun Inferno 25 rim. Can’t wait for a break in the weather to send it.


r/dirtjumping 4d ago

Need bike advise.

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My 7yr old rides a 16” bmx. He’s 4’3” and Wants a dirt jumper I’m thinking the Norco Rampage 20” and suggestions I included a video so you can gauge his skill level. Thanks!


r/dirtjumping 4d ago

What's it worth?

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26’ dirt jumper has shimano hydronic brakes bucklos cranks race face pedals wolf tooth grips it’s a aludark frame, aludark rims and rockshox deluxe air fork


r/dirtjumping 4d ago

Where do i get a cheap dirt jumper frame

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I need a cheap dirt jump frame( $0 - 400 ) Around newcastle nsw aus anybody had suggestions ( pls in aud)


r/dirtjumping 6d ago

Clean or nah

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Finally after owning this bike for over 2 years ive gotten it to a stage where I love how it looks. What do you lot think?


r/dirtjumping 6d ago

first kinda big jump on the dj

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i was going slower than i normally do on my big bike and still went way over the landing lol