Patron ST eRIDE 900 Tuned

In MTB terms, the score is mostly about momentum on flats and climbs, rather than jump or drop capability. That's why it's better suited to relaxed riding than pushing fast splits. The score is largely shaped by a heavier build, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, typical trail-width tires, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding.

Climb score: 5.5/10. Within e-mountain bikes, it lands around the middle. It has an easy low gear for steady climbing. The easiest gear works out to about 18.2 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~59% versus similar bikes. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. At about 23.6 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. Good for keeping cadence steady on climbs without overcooking it. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

On the suspension scale, it comes in at 8/10 — “High-impact ready”. That usually means it’s built for harder hits and rougher trails with steadier wheel tracking. Suspension at both ends helps keep wheel tracking steadier when the surface gets rough. On rough trails, this level aims to keep the bike settled under braking and cornering through repeated hits.

Balanced fit - a neutral road posture that suits most riders. Because you get a very small drop: roughly 16 mm from saddle to bar, plus about 612 mm of stretch forward (very long). Estimated lean is about 23 degrees.

This bike's adjustability comes down to cockpit, routing, and seat setup: A one-piece cockpit locks the front-end setup more than separate bar and stem parts, Less routing complexity makes swaps and adjustments more practical. At the same time, Having a dropper increases how adaptable the bike feels in different situations. Net result: Limited Adjustment.

Comfort comes out to 8.4/10, which usually translates to a very smooth ride. Within Enduro, Balanced basically means 'less plush than the softest builds' even though the ride still feels very smooth. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which gives a steady, predictable feel without pushing you too far forward.

The price looks hard to justify versus similar options. The value score is 1–10. Higher means better value for money; lower means the price is high for what you get. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). On the spec comparison, it sits roughly 45% above what similar builds typically cost. In its peer group, it’s one of the pricier listings, beating only about 17% of them. To anchor it: price €11.484 versus an estimated €7.923 for a similar build. Overall, you can likely find better value elsewhere.

This bike is built for rougher, more technical trails where control matters. It has about 160 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which helps on rough, technical trails. The Full setup supports this riding style.