JEALOUS AL 7.0

It's a balanced setup rather than a pure speed machine. On an MTB, the speed score centers on rolling efficiency when you're pedaling, especially on easier terrain. The score is largely shaped by a fairly average weight, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly, and a more budget-friendly drivetrain that focuses on value.

If your rides include hills, it rates 9.3/10 for climbing. Within Mountain bikes, it lands near the top. On climbs, the lowest gear feels easy. Your easiest gear lands around 18.6 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~24% of them. We use “gear inches” as a shortcut for climbing gearing. Lower numbers mean you can spin more easily when it gets steep. At roughly 12.6 kg, the bike’s heft shows up most on sustained climbs. Good for keeping cadence steady on climbs without overcooking it. 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.

On the suspension scale, it comes in at 5/10 — “Confident trail control”. It’s built for clear bump absorption and more reliable wheel control on mixed surfaces. The fork does the smoothing; the rear stays straightforward and efficient. 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. Based on full geometry data.

In Mountain / Crosscountry, Overall, it falls into Adjustable. Fit adjustability is shaped by a few key choices: A modular front-end gives more freedom to change stem length or bar width; A more service-friendly routing setup makes changes easier. Put simply, it describes how practical it is to reconfigure your position later.

Comfort comes out to 6.5/10, which usually translates to a nicely smooth ride. That’s why it’s labeled Balanced. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which gives a steady, predictable feel without pushing you too far forward.

This looks like strong value without any tricky caveats. 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). Based on the parts list, it’s roughly 32% cheaper than what similar builds typically cost. Among comparable bikes, it sits around the middle on price (cheaper than about 64% of listings). Quick reference: €1.164 listed versus about €1.715 for a comparable build. Overall, it looks like a great-value pick in its category.

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.