ULTIMATE 7.5

It's better suited to relaxed riding than pushing fast splits. In MTB terms, the score is mostly about momentum on flats and climbs, rather than jump or drop capability. The score is largely shaped by typical trail-width tires and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. On hardpack, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

How it climbs: 8.6/10. Within Mountain bikes, it sits near the top. The easiest gear is very spin-friendly on hills. The easiest gear works out to about 16.9 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~77% of them. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. This kind of low gear helps you stay smooth on long or steep climbs. Build kits can differ by size and spec level, and not every detail is published by every brand, so use this as a practical guideline.

Suspension score: 5/10. It sits in the “Confident trail control” bucket. That typically means noticeably better bump absorption and more consistent tracking on rougher sections. The fork does the smoothing; the rear stays straightforward and efficient. This level usually brings more reliable wheel tracking on rough patches and repeated hits.

Balanced fit - a neutral road posture that suits most riders. Based on full geometry data.

This bike's adjustability comes down to cockpit, routing, and seat setup: The cockpit is modular (separate stem and handlebar), so it is easier to adjust or swap fit parts. Also, Routing through the headset can make cockpit swaps harder than normal internal routing. So it lands in Moderately Adjustable.

Comfort comes out to 6.4/10, which usually translates to a easygoing over rough patches ride. That’s the reason it lands as Balanced. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which gives a steady, predictable feel without pushing you too far forward.

The value looks a bit weak compared with 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). Based on the spec estimate, it’s about 14% above the typical level for similar builds. Among comparable bikes, it sits around the middle on price (cheaper than about 47% of listings). To anchor it: price €2.677 versus an estimated €2.339 for a similar build. Bottom line: you may be paying extra versus similar options.

This bike is best for smoother trails where speed and efficiency matter. It has about 100 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.