Why Build a HARDTAIL MTB in 2024? Custom Yeti ARC Hardtail - Bike Check

Rebuilding my stolen YETI #ARC #hardtail got me thinking about why I like hardtails. So here's my top 3 reasons why I built a #yeticycles hardtail in 2024. Along with my custom build of course and a bit of my not so gnarly riding experience!

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➜Useful videos
Yeti ARC frame details -    • 2021 YETI ARC - PREMIUM Hardtail - Qu...  
SRAM T-Type Installation A-to-Z -    • Easy INSTALLATION SRAM T-Type Transmi...  
Shimano 12 speed installation step-by-step    • 1 x 12 Speed Shimano Upgrade |🔥 Insta...  
How To Install the WheelTop EDS-OX MTB Drivetrain -    • A-to-Z How To Install the WheelTop ED...  
How-To Build a bike from scratch series - https://bit.ly/36Tico3

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Shimano MTB Optislick Derailleur Cable Set - https://bit.ly/37G5pXo
Jagwire 1x Sport Shift Cable Kit SRAM/Shimano - https://bit.ly/3kuR1ps
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⌚ Chapters
0:00 Intro
00:41 #1 Reason - FUN
01:26 #2 Easy to Maintain
01:57 Custom Yeti ARC build
03:56 SRAM and WheelTop mix
05:20 Hacked ARC cable routing?
06:23 Compliant carbon frame
06:54 Weight, efficiency
07:43 Conclusions, outtakes

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