Grail:ON CF 7 AXS

On paved roads, the rating is mostly about fast cruising and how the setup supports higher speeds. The score is largely shaped by a heavier build, very wide tires that create extra drag, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. Net effect: the bike either carries speed well or feels like more work to keep it rolling. On typical routes, it's more about stability and usefulness than feeling fast.

Overall on climbs: 7.5/10. Within e-road bikes, it sits above average. The low gear should feel friendly on most hills. Your easiest gear lands around 18.4 gear inches. For the low gear, it’s right at the easy end — easier than about ~96% of similar bikes. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. With roughly 17.1 kg under you, you’ll feel the weight on longer climbs even with a decent low gear. 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. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

In gravel terms, coming in at 4.4/10 on aero, given a more tucked posture, it prioritizes confidence and control over drag reduction so you may work a bit more into headwinds. What that means on the road is: it’s more about stability and everyday comfort than cutting through the wind. Its gravel label helps explain the balance between speed, comfort, and versatility. The wheels are on the shallower side (around 25mm), so frame shapes and position likely matter more than wheel depth here. That wheel depth is more all-round than purely aero-focused. That typically translates to easy, confidence-inspiring riding rather than chasing speed in the wind.

Balanced fit - a middle ground between comfort and speed. That's driven by bar height comes out ~95 mm below the saddle (large), with about 580 mm of forward reach - a very long stretch. Estimated lean is about 38 degrees. Front-end spacers are estimated around 14 mm.

Separate bar and stem components keep fit changes practical, The front-end is easier to work on, supporting fit tweaks over time. Another point: Offset options make it easier to get the saddle where you need it. Overall, it falls into Adjustable. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

Comfort comes out to 6.7/10, which usually translates to a nicely smooth ride. So it’s tagged Balanced overall. It’s running about 50 mm tires on 700c wheels, and extra tire volume helps mute vibration and small bumps on rough lanes and gravel patches. The posture is race-leaning (posture 7/10, torso ~38°), which tends to feel more direct, especially over rougher sections.

This is the kind of deal people usually notice quickly. 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). Based on the spec estimate, it comes in about 15% under the typical level for similar builds. In its peer group, it tends to be better-priced than many, beating about 82% of listings. To anchor it: price €5.599 versus an estimated €6.550 for a similar build. Put simply: this is strong value for what’s included.

This setup leans toward stability and comfort when surfaces get unpredictable. The tire size is around 50 mm, which supports comfort and control on rougher ground. It’s listed as Gravel, but the setup aligns better with Adventure.