I got my hands on the brand new Shimano Deore XT 8200 Di2 Wireless drivetrain—and today, we’re installing it on my Ari La Sal and taking it out for its very first ride. This bike already had the standard Shimano XT cable drivetrain, so I thought this would be the perfect chance to compare the two. In this video, I’ll walk you through the full install process, share what stood out during setup, and give you my first impressions after riding it on the trail. If you're curious about how the wireless XT performs, how it stacks up against the cable version, or how I intend to use it in the future—this one’s for you. Let’s see what Shimano’s latest tech is all about. Subscribe for new videos every Monday, and new shorts every Tuesday and Thursday! Appreciate the support! Sponsors: - Ari (Frames) - Marzocchi (Suspension) - Race Face (Cockpit & Wheels) - Fox (Helmets, Clothing, Shoes) - Shimano (Drivetrain & Brakes) - Maxxis (tires) If you enjoyed this video and want more MTB content, you can find me on social here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterjamison/ Webiste: https://www.peterjamisonmtb.com/ Some of my favorite music: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/136HN0trc72xSd2BlybYzD?si=74e6793622be4b44

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