New Bike Alert! The Ultra-Playful YETI SB140 Reviewed

The last bike in Yeti's lineup to receive their latest and greatest tech is a mid-travel ripper. The 27.5-inch SB140 brings more capability to the table and replaces the SB5. A massive refresh includes 13mm of additional travel out back, 10mm up front, updated geometry, and all the other fine touches and features gained through Yeti's latest platform evolution.

SB140 Highlights:
27.5-inch (650b) wheels
140mm (5.5-inches) rear travel // 160mm (6.3-inches) front travel with shorter offset fork
Switch Infinity suspension system with two-piece wishbone-style shock extender
High-end TURQ and more affordable C-Series carbon models (220g frame weight difference)
Tapered integrated headtube (41mm/52mm)
Custom downtube protector and chain guards
Internally molded carbon tubes inside of the frame for improved cable routing
Integrated axle and derailleur hanger system
Boost hub spacing front and rear
Press-fit 92 bottom bracket with ISCG05 mounts
180mm direct rear brake mount
Clearance for a standard-sized water bottle inside the frame
Lifetime warranty and crash replacement program
Actual Weight: 29.2-pounds (13.2kg, size medium, no pedals)
Five complete builds starting at $5,399 USD

Yeti recently recategorized their lineup as bikes to race and bikes to rip, and I fully agree with the "rip" designation for the SB140. I loved this bike in more casual, everyday terrain at moderate speeds where it's a pump, pop, and jump machine. Playing around on it is an absolute joy. This is a good option for those who prefer 27.5 wheels and are out to maximize their fun levels on mild to moderately technical trails with lots of undulations. Just spend some time dialing in the front end feel to suit you best.

For anyone wanting what feels like a little extra bike, the 29-inch SB130 is an excellent ride.

Visit https://www.yeticycles.com/bikes/sb140 for more details. Thanks to H+I Adventures https://www.mountainbikeworldwide.com/ for the first ride experience.