Santa Cruz Bullit first impressions

[Jorow47]

Having a blast on this bike. My initial impressions - great frame, geometry, components, its fast & fun! Issues - the rattle, & figuring out the right settings to get the best range from the 630w battery whilst not loosing too much support. Did a first ride vid that you can view if you want to, which has some Skydio2 drone footage on one of the amazing trails in Scotland. The YouTube link is:

Would love to hear other views.

 

[BTTR]

I agree the geometry on the Bullit is awesome! (for me at least)
I just love riding the Bullit more and more and i always felt at home since day one (coming from a Nomad 4 that, lately, just sits in the garage).
One of the things that kind of surprised me and made me really happy, is how good the Bullit jumps.
I see no jumps in your video, but believe me... the Bullit loves jumping and that made me happy

 

[Jorow47]

Is second or third that that’s the best FF bike there is.

Definitely in the top 3

 

[RustyIron]

Very nice. Santa Cruz builds good stuff, and their service is top notch. I chose the Heckler, which is well suited for what I do, but I think the Bullit is a better value considering the better fork and shock. Have fun with her.

 

[Coolcmsc]

My respect for the Bullit grows every ride. I bought it taking a risk I’d progress my skills on it. It’s paying off. Sure, another great bike would no doubt do the same, but there’s nothing like a bit of subjective reflection!

 

[Downhillr]

I agree the geometry on the Bullit is awesome! (for me at least)
I just love riding the Bullit more and more and i always felt at home since day one (coming from a Nomad 4 that, lately, just sits in the garage).
One of the things that kind of surprised me and made me really happy, is how good the Bullit jumps.
I see no jumps in your video, but believe me... the Bullit loves jumping and that made me happy

Like you I come from an N4, Bullit’s very similar but in electrified form. I finds it’s a bit smoother rear suspension (although I upgraded my Nomad with Vorsprung custom tune) and I appreciate the Fox 38 added burliness up front. Love both bikes but at 70 years I’m riding the Bullit a lot more.