Relay PNW Carbon XO AXS

This off-road speed score leans toward efficient rolling, not downhill stability or comfort. Against lighter, narrower-tire builds, this build is shaped by a heavier build, typical trail-width tires, and a high-end drivetrain that tends to feel crisp under load. On smoother terrain, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground. So overall, it trades speed for comfort, durability, or practicality.

Climb score: 7.3/10. Within e-mountain bikes, it ranks above average. When it gets steep, the gearing feels very easy. That lowest gear comes out around 16.9 gear inches. In its peer group, it lands around the easier ~91% for low-gear climbing. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. Weight is around 20.6 kg — on steep, slow climbs that extra mass becomes more noticeable. Being an e-bike helps on climbs because the assist adds steady push when you need it. It’s set up so climbs feel controlled rather than a grind. Specs can vary by size and build, and some manufacturer details aren’t always published, so treat this as a strong guide rather than a guarantee.

Suspension rating is 8/10 — “High-impact ready”. This level is aimed at repeated impacts and rougher terrain, keeping the bike more settled at speed. Full suspension helps the bike stay calmer under braking and cornering on rough sections. This is meant for rougher terrain where repeated impacts demand stable wheel tracking.

Balanced fit - a neutral road posture that suits most riders. You get this posture because bar height comes out ~27 mm below the saddle (very small), with about 634 mm of forward reach - a very long stretch. Plan for roughly 25 degrees of lean.

In E-bikeMountain, Net result: Adjustable. A modular front-end gives more freedom to change stem length or bar width, The front-end is easier to work on, supporting fit tweaks over time. Plus, The dropper post improves on-the-fly position changes.

Ride comfort is 8.5/10 — on a real ride it feels highly forgiving. That’s why it’s labeled Comfortable. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which gives a steady, predictable feel without pushing you too far forward.

This is priced well above what we’d usually expect for a similar setup. 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 63% above what similar builds typically cost. In its peer group, it’s one of the pricier listings, beating only about 8% of them. Quick reference: €10.999 listed versus about €6.746 for a comparable build. Some manufacturer details aren’t fully published, so use this as a helpful direction rather than a final verdict. Overall, you can likely find better value elsewhere.

This bike is made for very rough terrain, big hits, and bike-park riding. It has about 170 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which is useful for big hits and steeper descents. Even though it’s tagged Enduro, the setup fits Bike Park better.