PSYCHO PATH 3

It's one of the more speed-focused builds in its group. On trails, this rating is about rolling speed and momentum, not suspension feel or handling sharpness. The main reasons are a very light build, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding.

Climbing rating: 9.9/10. Within Mountain bikes, it sits near the top. When it gets steep, the gearing feels very easy. That lowest gear comes out around 17.8 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~52% of them. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. With roughly 10.1 kg to move uphill, you’ll feel it more as climbs get longer. 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.

Suspension capability comes out at 5/10. Bucket: “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. It should feel noticeably calmer through repeated bumps and rough patches. Expect more grip and stability compared with basic bump-control setups. Rough trails should feel more controlled, especially when hits stack up.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. This is an estimate; exact fit varies by spacers and rider setup.

Why this fit flexibility rating: A modular front-end gives more freedom to change stem length or bar width. Plus, Routing is relatively straightforward, which helps when you change cockpit parts. Net result: 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 easygoing over rough patches. That’s the reason it lands as Balanced. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which keeps it balanced — not overly aggressive, not overly relaxed.

In simple terms, it comes out as ‘about right’ for the category. 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 estimate, the price is close to what we’d expect for a comparable build. Among comparable bikes, it sits around the middle on price (cheaper than about 50% of listings). To anchor it: price €2.414 versus an estimated €2.308 for a similar build. Put simply: you’re paying roughly what similar bikes tend to cost.

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.