BIG.NINE 100

This MTB speed measure favors setups that roll efficiently without sacrificing too much traction. Over longer efforts, it prioritizes confidence and everyday riding over outright pace. The score is largely shaped by a fairly average weight, relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly, and a more budget-friendly drivetrain that focuses on value.

On steep roads, it comes in at 9.6/10. Within Mountain bikes, it ranks near the top. On climbs, the lowest gear feels very easy. In numbers, the low gear is roughly 16.5 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~90% 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. Weight is around 14.1 kg, which you notice more on longer or slower climbs. It’s set up so climbs feel controlled rather than a grind. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

On suspension support it’s 5/10, marked “Confident trail control”. This usually points to stronger bump control and steadier tracking when the surface gets choppy. Hardtail layout — suspension up front for control, rigid rear for a direct response. This level helps keep traction when the surface is uneven and choppy. On choppy terrain, it can help the wheels track more consistently. This level usually brings more reliable wheel tracking on rough patches and repeated hits.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. This is mainly because the cockpit sits 84 mm below the saddle (a large drop), and the cockpit stretches you forward by ~583 mm (very long). You'll likely be near 36 degrees of lean.

In Mountain / Crosscountry, Because the bar and stem are separate, changing reach or bar shape is usually straightforward, and Routing is relatively straightforward, which helps when you change cockpit parts. Overall, it falls into Adjustable. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

This scores 6.4/10 for comfort, so it feels nicely smooth out on the road. That’s the reason it lands as Balanced. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10, torso ~36°), which keeps it balanced — not overly aggressive, not overly relaxed.

This setup is aimed at fast trail riding on less extreme terrain. It has about 100 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. The Hardtail setup supports this riding style.