R RAYMON HardRay 8.0

This MTB speed measure favors setups that roll efficiently without sacrificing too much traction. The setup that matters most here is relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. When you're pedaling, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground. In practice, it prioritizes confidence and everyday riding over outright pace.

On steep roads, it comes in at 7.4/10. Within Mountain bikes, it lands above average. When it gets steep, the gearing feels very easy. Your easiest gear lands around 18.0 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~47% versus similar bikes. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. Good for keeping cadence steady on climbs without overcooking it. Build kits can differ by size and spec level, and not every detail is published by every brand, so use this as a practical guideline.

For suspension control, it lands at 5/10. Category: “Confident trail control”. It’s the kind of setup that stays more composed through repeated small-to-medium hits. You get suspension movement at the front, while the rear stays firm and direct. 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.

This bike's adjustability comes down to cockpit, routing, and seat setup: Standard cockpit parts make it simpler to fine-tune your position over time. Another point: Routing is relatively straightforward, which helps when you change cockpit parts. So we classify it as Adjustable.

Ride comfort is 6.4/10 — on a real ride it feels easygoing over rough patches. That’s why it’s labeled Balanced. It’s running about 57 mm tires on 29" wheels, and the high-volume tires add a lot of damping and grip on roots, rocks, braking bumps, and repeated hits. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which gives a steady, predictable feel without pushing you too far forward.

This is priced well above what we’d usually expect for a similar setup. 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). On the spec comparison, it sits roughly 42% above what similar builds typically cost. Compared with similar bikes, it trends a little expensive (cheaper than about 39% of listings). To anchor it: price €2.834 versus an estimated €1.996 for a similar build. Some manufacturer details aren’t fully published, so use this as a helpful direction rather than a final verdict. Overall, you can likely find better value elsewhere.

This bike is best for smoother trails where speed and efficiency matter. It has about 100 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. The Hardtail setup supports this riding style.