Samedi 28.2 Open

This MTB speed measure favors setups that roll efficiently without sacrificing too much traction. What pushes it in this direction is a heavier build, relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly, and a more budget-friendly drivetrain that focuses on value. Those ingredients add up to a setup that either preserves speed or bleeds it off. On hardpack, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

Uphill performance score: 4.2/10. Within e-mountain bikes, it sits around the middle. This setup leans heavily toward ‘push’ rather than ‘spin’ on climbs. Your easiest gear lands around 24.0 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~11% of them. “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 24.5 kg, it’s a heavy build; the low gear matters even more when the slope kicks up. The motor support helps you keep rolling when the slope kicks up. This is happiest on flatter terrain; steep stuff will feel demanding. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

Suspension effectiveness is 4/10. That aligns with “Basic bump control”. This level is meant to take the edge off smaller impacts and reduce wheel deflection. You get suspension movement at the front, while the rear stays firm and direct. It helps the bike stay a bit calmer over repeated small bumps. Rough trails should feel more controlled, especially when hits stack up. Not every manufacturer lists complete suspension numbers, so the explanation relies on the suspension layout and what’s normal for this category.

Balanced fit - a middle ground between comfort and speed. Mostly geometry-based, with a small category-based estimate.

That is why we tag it Moderately Adjustable. Standard cockpit parts make it simpler to fine-tune your position over time. At the same time, Because cables are routed internally, adjustments may take more work.

This scores 6.0/10 for comfort, so it feels moderately comfortable out on the road. So it’s tagged Race-Stiff overall. It’s running about 50 mm tires, and there’s enough tire volume to keep it from feeling sharp on roots, rocks, braking bumps, and repeated hits. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which keeps it balanced — not overly aggressive, not overly relaxed.

For the spec, this feels competitively priced. Value is scored 1–10: higher is better value, lower means you’re paying more than similar bikes. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). Based on the spec estimate, it comes in about 12% under the typical level for similar builds. Among comparable bikes, it sits around the middle on price (cheaper than about 61% of listings). To anchor it: price €2.939 versus an estimated €3.357 for a similar build. Bottom line: it compares well against similar bikes.

This bike is best for smoother trails where speed and efficiency matter. It has about 63 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.