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It's funny to see the Yeti Lunch Ride released as my bike is already almost there. I made the switch when I got it to Code RSCs, longer stroke dropper, and a few other changes to make the bike how I want it when I first got it. Being off of SRAM Guides was a big upgrade.

Attached to the seat tube?

I would love to see it as well

I think it comes down to riding location a lot. Where I ride, the dirt is more sand based and does not collect in that spot beneath the switch infinity link. Also, on this bike, the SI is actually more covered from the side by the rear triangle than previous SB models, not that has any real bearing on preventing dirt buildup. Regardless, I am fairly meticulous about my bikes so the SI gets wiped with a microfiber towel a few times a week and the SI gets fresh grease monthly.

And in regards to the comment above, I don't think the bike really needs a fender if you do regular maintenance, but I understand if people want to add one.

Really enjoyed this article. Funny that the end had the shout out to the SB130 and SC Tallboy, as I just got off a Tallboy 3 in order to pick up the SB130. Imho, I think Yeti did a great job with both their new bikes and I'm pretty darn happy with mine.

Very Excited to see their product launch, I've been following their social media for a good while now! I wish I had the funds to pick one up!

There was a point in time where I may have agreed with this, but at the current moment, Yeti bikes are no longer exceptionally more expensive than other brands counterparts. The entry price to a Yeti does start higher than many other brands, that I will concede, but the bikes themselves are not exceptionally over-priced like people act like they are. 

For example, the Base-model GX Sb130 is $5199. A similarly spec'd Santa Cruz Hightower is $4899 (sans DPX2 shock, which costs more than a DPS), a GX spec'd Ibis Ripmo is $5099, a Specialized Stumpjumper of equal spec comes in a $5000, and a GX Evil comes in at a Whopping $5799.

Sounds like I might be a candidate as well. I like the smaller release angle of SPDs but I find that even the 55mm Q-factor of the XTR pedals is not quite enough and I run my cleats pushed almost all the way inboards. LS spindle CB pedals with a easy-release 6* cleat might be the ticket

Gotcha. I'm curious about the rose cleats (normal float but 10 release rather than 15). Coming from Shimano, I want to try CB pedals but find the release angle to be rather large. I'd rather not topple over on my bike like I'm just learning to clip in again.

Out of curiosity, have you tried the quick release cleats? I noticed they were mentioned, but I've yet to find anyone who has used them.