MACINA RACE 572

On smoother singletrack, faster-rolling tires and lighter builds show up clearly, and that's what this score reflects. Pedal assist doesn't erase physics; tire drag and weight still influence pace, and this score reflects that. The main reasons are a heavier build, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, typical trail-width tires, and mid-size wheels that balance agility and momentum.

How it climbs: 4.6/10. Within e-mountain bikes, it ranks around the middle. The lowest gear is very tall when the road tilts up. That lowest gear comes out around 24.4 gear inches. In its peer group, it lands around the easier ~10% for low-gear climbing. “Gear inches” sounds nerdy, but it’s just a quick way to describe how easy your lowest gear is to turn uphill. Lower usually means easier. At about 22.3 kg, it’s a heavy build; the low gear matters even more when the slope kicks up. Being an e-bike helps on climbs because the assist adds steady push when you need it. This is happiest on flatter terrain; steep stuff will feel demanding. Build kits can differ by size and spec level, and not every detail is published by every brand, so use this as a practical guideline.

Suspension performance: 5/10. It’s grouped into “Confident trail control”. It’s the kind of setup that stays more composed through repeated small-to-medium hits. It’s a common compromise: calmer front wheel, efficient rear end. It should keep the bike more controlled on mixed surfaces, especially through repeated small-to-medium impacts.

Balanced fit - a middle ground between comfort and speed. Because bar height comes out ~53 mm below the saddle (moderate), with about 562 mm of forward reach - a long stretch. Estimated lean is about 31 degrees.

In E-bikeMountain / Crosscountry, Here is the simple reasoning behind the fit flexibility rating: Because the bar and stem are separate, changing reach or bar shape is usually straightforward. Also, Routing is relatively straightforward, which helps when you change cockpit parts. That is why it is in the Adjustable bucket. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

Ride comfort is 6.3/10 — on a real ride it feels comfortable. So it’s tagged Race-Stiff overall. The posture is neutral (posture 5/10, torso ~31°), which gives a steady, predictable feel without pushing you too far forward.

This bike is best for smoother trails where speed and efficiency matter. It has about 100 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. The Hardtail setup supports this riding style.