JEALOUS 10.0 EA

In mountain-bike land, this is a pedaling-speed measure - how fast it rolls when you're working for it. Most of the story comes from a very light build, a lighter-feeling build that helps when you're pedaling for speed, relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly, and larger wheels that help the bike keep momentum. Net effect: the bike either carries speed well or feels like more work to keep it rolling.

How it climbs: 9.9/10. Within Mountain bikes, it lands near the top. The low gear should feel friendly on most hills. That lowest gear comes out around 19.0 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~20% of them. We use “gear inches” as a shortcut for climbing gearing. Lower numbers mean you can spin more easily when it gets steep. Weight is around 8.6 kg, which is typical for this kind of build. This kind of low gear helps you stay smooth on long or steep climbs. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

Suspension setup comes out at 5/10 — “Confident trail control”. That typically means noticeably better bump absorption and more consistent tracking on rougher sections. Front suspension handles most impacts, while the rear wheel tracks the ground directly. 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. This is an estimate; exact fit varies by spacers and rider setup.

What affects adjustability on this bike: Standard cockpit parts make it simpler to fine-tune your position over time, Routing is relatively straightforward, which helps when you change cockpit parts, and The listed seatpost details do not show clear restrictions or extra flexibility signals. That is why it is in the Adjustable bucket. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

Ride comfort is 6.5/10 — on a real ride it feels nicely smooth. 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.

Against comparable bikes, this comes out looking overpriced. 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 89% above what similar builds typically cost. Compared with similar bikes, it trends a little expensive (cheaper than about 26% of listings). To anchor it: price €6.615 versus an estimated €3.493 for a similar build. Bottom line: the price looks high for what’s included.

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. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.