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On an MTB, the speed score centers on rolling efficiency when you're pedaling, especially on easier terrain. Several build choices play a role, including relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly, smaller wheels that can lose momentum sooner, and a more budget-friendly drivetrain that focuses on value. On smoother terrain, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

On steep roads, it comes in at 2.1/10. Within Mountain bikes, it ranks below average. The lowest gear is very tall when the road tilts up. That lowest gear comes out around 31.6 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~6% of them. We use “gear inches” as a shortcut for climbing gearing. Lower numbers mean you can spin more easily when it gets steep. This is happiest on flatter terrain; steep stuff will feel demanding. 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 sits at 3/10, in “Basic bump control”. That level is aimed at smoothing smaller bumps and keeping steering steadier. The fork does the smoothing; the rear stays straightforward and efficient. You’ll get better control on light roughness, but larger impacts can still unsettle the bike.

Balanced fit - a middle ground between comfort and speed. Some measurements were missing, so part of this is estimated.

In Mountain / Crosscountry, What affects adjustability on this bike: This front-end is not locked into a one-piece system, which helps adjustability, Less routing complexity makes swaps and adjustments more practical; Seatpost details do not strongly point to a very locked-in or very flexible system. So we classify it as Adjustable. Put simply, it describes how practical it is to reconfigure your position later.

Ride comfort is 6.1/10 — on a real ride it feels comfortable. So it’s tagged Race-Stiff overall. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which keeps it balanced — not overly aggressive, not overly relaxed.

This looks like a great buy for the spec on paper. 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 parts list, it’s roughly 74% cheaper than what similar builds typically cost. Against similar bikes of the same type and age, it’s usually on the cheaper side, beating about 98% of listings. To anchor it: price €279 versus an estimated €1.092 for a similar build. Put simply: this is strong value for what’s included.

This setup is aimed at fast trail riding on less extreme terrain. It has about 40 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.