CORE RACE CARBON 1.6

This road-speed measure focuses on efficient pace on asphalt, where drag and rolling resistance matter most. Pedal assist doesn't erase physics; tire drag and weight still influence pace, and this score reflects that. It ends up here thanks to all-round road tires that balance speed and comfort, an aero-leaning setup that reduces drag at higher speeds, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding.

Uphill performance score: 2.8/10. Within e-road bikes, this comes out below average. The easiest gear is on the tall side for proper hills. In numbers, the low gear is roughly 28.6 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~36% versus similar bikes. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. Being an e-bike helps on climbs because the assist adds steady push when you need it. A good middle-ground if you want mixed routes that include some hills. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

Looking at it as a race-focused setup, an aero score of 7.6/10 means that it’s designed to feel efficient at higher speeds so it rewards steady fast riding. In everyday language, it’s built with speed in mind, with choices that reduce wind drag once you’re riding faster. The fit looks fairly neutral, so aerodynamics depends more on the overall design and components than on an extreme position. This tyre size generally plays nicely with aero goals compared with very wide all-road tyres. A tidier cockpit and cable routing can help a little once you’re riding quickly. Specs can vary by market and model year, so the summary follows the strongest published signals. In real riding, it tends to reward holding speed: the faster you go, the more the aero design helps.

Balanced fit - a middle ground between comfort and speed. You get this posture because the bar sits about 95 mm below the saddle (a large drop), and you'll be stretched forward about 569 mm in total (long). Estimated lean is about 38 degrees. Race-focused geometry usually rewards a more tucked posture. Estimated spacers: ~10 mm.

In E-bikeRoad / Race, What affects adjustability on this bike: Standard cockpit parts make it simpler to fine-tune your position over time, With headset routing, adjustments often require more disassembly. At the same time, Seatpost info looks fairly neutral, so most fit change comes from cockpit choices. So it lands in Moderately Adjustable. This mainly reflects how easy it is to adjust or swap key fit parts over time.

This scores 3.1/10 for comfort, so it feels more responsive than cushy out on the road. That’s why it’s labeled Firm. It’s running about 28 mm tires on 700c wheels, and narrow tires usually mean higher pressure, so more buzz comes through on chipseal and broken pavement. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10, torso ~38°), which balances comfort and responsiveness pretty well.

This looks like a typical market price for the spec. 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). On the spec estimate, the price is close to what we’d expect for a comparable build. Among comparable bikes, it sits around the middle on price (cheaper than about 53% of listings). To anchor it: price €7.240 versus an estimated €7.343 for a similar build. Bottom line: it’s a normal deal — not amazing, not terrible.

This bike is best when your rides stay on clean tarmac. The tire size is around 28 mm, which is typical for fast road setups. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.