How Rough is a Rigid Hardtail on Singletrack? First Ride on My Winter Binary Maniak Hardtail Build

Rigid hardtail: would you ride one? Today I take my rigid binary maniak build out on the trails to see how liveable this bike is with a rigid fork. In Sedona, rigid riding was BRUTAL. Let's see what it's like in Bentonville. The frame used for this build is the my all-time favorite hardtail: The Binary Maniak 1.5. Learn more about this bike here: https://binarybicycles.com/product/ma... Do you need help choosing your next bike? Sign up for my one-on-one bike consultation service here: patreon.com/hardtailparty I'm thrilled to announce my new Advanced MTB Geometry MasterCourse. If you're ready to level-up your geometry knowledge, purchase your course today: https://bigbrainparty.com Did you learn something? Say thanks and support this channel: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hardtail... Looking for some great, affordable 29x45i carbon wheels for this bike? Check em out here (and use coupon code "party" for 6% off). http://bit.ly/398tRAH​ Gear I use and love: 30% off my favorite eyewear: Julbo. Discount applied in link: https://bit.ly/3JD6EbK 5% off 5DEV cranks - Use coupon code "hardtailparty" for a discount code here: https://bit.ly/3c5Ha6b 5% off roost titanium bars and stem: use code "hardtailparty22" Spinergy MXX 30 - https://bit.ly/3AiL4UW (use coupon code "HTPARTY10" for 10% off) 10% off all Crank Brothers gear here: https://bit.ly/3tkTKdD using code "hardtailparty10" SCC Tech Chain Lube and Cleaner - http://bit.ly/3mlVKPb Outdoor Vitals Altitude Sun Hoodie - https://bit.ly/3Qpm9Iu Hardtail Party Shirts, hats, and SWAG - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/hardtail... Lab Austere hip pack: https://bit.ly/3p37K58 - code "Hardtail.Party" 25% off Handup Gloves: https://bit.ly/3dhUe8z - use discount code "HARDTAILPARTY" My shop tools: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hardtailp... My tire sealant: https://bit.ly/2ULJirZ Hardtail Party collection by pedal industries - code "HARDTAILPARTY": https://bit.ly/3ilNdqH What's in my water bottles (Tailwind): https://bit.ly/2Xbxy3q My hooded sun shirt: https://bit.ly/38NdU1x Milwaukee Inflator. I love this thing! https://amzn.to/38Vdqrj Presta adapter: https://amzn.to/3cMADx1 5% off all RSD bikes using code "party" - https://bit.ly/3dj2nZP - Ryan Leech Connection: $19 off - coupon code "hardtailparty"​ - https://bit.ly/2UwrmQq https://amazon.com/shop/hardtailparty Any time you shop on amazon using this link, it helps me. Jenson: https://bit.ly/3WSODuD Competitive Cyclist: https://bit.ly/3VA3GIK Note: many of my links are affiliate links. That means I get a small commission on purchases made using these links. You don't pay anything extra, but it helps support the channel. If you've learned something from my videos, consider using the affiliate links above. As an Amazon Influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases.