ULTIMATE 8.5

For mountain riding, it captures how the bike carries speed when you're pushing the pedals on less technical surfaces. In contrast to speed-optimized builds, this build is shaped by typical trail-width tires and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. When you're pedaling, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

If your rides include hills, it rates 8.6/10 for climbing. Within Mountain bikes, it ranks near the top. When it gets steep, the gearing feels very easy. That lowest gear comes out around 16.9 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~77% of them. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. You’ll be able to keep a steady spin even when it gets steep. 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.

For suspension control, it lands at 5/10. Category: “Confident trail control”. This usually points to stronger bump control and steadier tracking when the surface gets choppy. It’s a common compromise: calmer front wheel, efficient rear end. Expect more grip and stability compared with basic bump-control setups. It should keep the bike more controlled on mixed surfaces, especially through repeated small-to-medium impacts.

Balanced fit - a neutral road posture that suits most riders. Some measurements were missing, so part of this is estimated.

Main reasons for the fit flexibility result: This front-end is not locked into a one-piece system, which helps adjustability, Cables routed through the headset add complexity when changing the cockpit. Plus, System terms found in the spec text include: ICR. Net result: Moderately Adjustable.

Ride comfort is 6.4/10 — on a real ride it feels comfortable. 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.

It’s hard to see the value at this asking price. 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 comparison, it sits roughly 55% above what similar builds typically cost. Compared with similar bikes, it trends a little expensive (cheaper than about 36% of listings). To anchor it: price €4.724 versus an estimated €3.056 for a similar build. Put simply: it’s priced more like a premium pick than a value buy.

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. Suspension type (Hardtail) fits this kind of terrain.