JEALOUS AL 8.0

In MTB terms, the score is mostly about momentum on flats and climbs, rather than jump or drop capability. Several build choices play a role, including a light setup, 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.

On steep roads, it comes in at 9.5/10. Within Mountain bikes, it sits near the top. It has an easy low gear for steady climbing. The easiest gear works out to about 18.2 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~36% versus similar bikes. 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 12.2 kg, which you notice more on longer or slower climbs. You’ll be able to keep a steady spin even when it gets steep. 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.

On the suspension scale, it comes in at 5/10 — “Confident trail control”. That typically means noticeably better bump absorption and more consistent tracking on rougher sections. It’s a hardtail setup: the fork manages impacts up front, while the rear stays rigid and direct. Some brands don’t publish full suspension measurements, so this summary follows the suspension layout and typical builds for this style. Expect steadier tracking on rougher sections without feeling like a long-travel downhill setup.

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

In Mountain, What affects adjustability on this bike: A modular front-end gives more freedom to change stem length or bar width. At the same time, Less routing complexity makes swaps and adjustments more practical. Net result: Adjustable.

Comfort comes out to 6.5/10, which usually translates to a comfortable ride. So it’s tagged Balanced overall. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which gives a steady, predictable feel without pushing you too far forward.

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 spec estimate, it comes in about 23% under the typical level for similar builds. Among comparable bikes, it sits around the middle on price (cheaper than about 60% of listings). Quick reference: €1.364 listed versus about €1.778 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. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.