Yowie 2

On smoother singletrack, faster-rolling tires and lighter builds show up clearly, and that's what this score reflects. Compared with bikes built for pure pace, this build is 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. Put simply, it trades speed for comfort, durability, or practicality.

Overall on climbs: 8.6/10. 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” sounds nerdy, but it’s just a quick way to describe how easy your lowest gear is to turn uphill. Lower usually means easier. You’ll be able to keep a steady spin even when it gets steep. Real-world feel depends on setup and size, and some details aren’t always listed, so this is best seen as a well-informed estimate.

Suspension capability comes out at 6/10. Bucket: “Confident trail control”. It’s built for clear bump absorption and more reliable wheel control on mixed surfaces. Full suspension means both ends can absorb impacts, helping the wheels track rough ground more consistently. This level helps keep traction when the surface is uneven and choppy. Travel is the available suspension movement when the wheel hits an impact. Here it’s about 130 mm up front. Bigger travel numbers typically feel calmer when the surface gets rough.

Sporty fit - a performance-leaning position that encourages speed. This is mainly because the bar sits about 56 mm below the saddle (a moderate drop), and you'll be stretched forward about 629 mm in total (very long). Plan for roughly 30 degrees of lean.

In Mountain / Crosscountry, Main reasons for the fit flexibility result: Standard cockpit parts make it simpler to fine-tune your position over time, Routing is relatively straightforward, which helps when you change cockpit parts. At the same time, Having a dropper increases how adaptable the bike feels in different situations. That is why we tag it Moderately Adjustable.

Comfort comes out to 7.5/10, which usually translates to a nicely smooth ride. That’s why it’s labeled Comfortable. The posture is forward, attacking (posture 7/10, torso ~30°), which loads the front wheel, which feels great for control but a bit more direct through the bars.

This looks like a high asking price for the build level. 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 75% above what similar builds typically cost. Compared with similar bikes, it trends a little expensive (cheaper than about 29% of listings). Quick reference: €3.750 listed versus about €2.139 for a comparable build. Put simply: it’s priced more like a premium pick than a value buy.

This setup is aimed at fast trail riding on less extreme terrain. It has about 110 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. Suspension type (Full) fits this kind of terrain.