27.5 Inch Mountain bike ST 100

This off-road speed rating describes how quickly the bike rolls under pedal power on smoother ground. Most of the story comes from a heavier build, relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly, and a basic drivetrain spec that prioritizes practicality over outright performance. On hardpack, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

Uphill performance score: 9.1/10. Within Mountain bikes, it ranks near the top. It’s set up for smooth spinning on steeper climbs. Your easiest gear lands around 16.9 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~77% 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 15.5 kg, which you notice more on longer or slower climbs. Good for keeping cadence steady on climbs without overcooking it. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

Suspension performance: 4/10. It’s grouped into “Basic bump control”. This level is meant to take the edge off smaller impacts and reduce wheel deflection. You get suspension movement at the front, while the rear stays firm and direct. It helps the bike stay a bit calmer over repeated small bumps. This helps on chatter and smaller impacts, while bigger hits can still push it beyond its range.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. Based on full geometry data.

What drives the fit flexibility here: The cockpit is modular (separate stem and handlebar), so it is easier to adjust or swap fit parts - The front-end is easier to work on, supporting fit tweaks over time. So we classify it as Adjustable. 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 comfortable. 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.

This is the kind of deal people usually notice quickly. 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 parts list, it’s roughly 77% cheaper than what similar builds typically cost. Against similar bikes of the same type and age, it’s usually on the cheaper side, beating about 99% of listings. Quick reference: €303 listed versus about €1.341 for a comparable build. Not every spec detail is consistently published, so think of this as a strong hint rather than the last word. Bottom line: you’re getting a lot of bike for the money compared with typical options.

This setup is aimed at fast trail riding on less extreme terrain. It has about 80 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.