DECK2.0 Carbon Mountain Bike MTB SHIMANO ALTUS M2000 27Speed

On an MTB, the speed score centers on rolling efficiency when you're pedaling, especially on easier terrain. On typical routes, it lands in the middle: capable pace, but not optimized for outright speed. Several build choices play a role, including a fairly average weight, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, relatively narrow MTB tires that roll quickly, and mid-size wheels that...

Uphill performance score: 9.8/10. Within Mountain bikes, it ranks near the top. The easiest gear is very spin-friendly on hills. Your easiest gear lands around 16.2 gear inches. In its peer group, it lands around the easier ~93% for low-gear climbing. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. With about 12.8 kg to haul uphill, pacing matters more on longer grades. 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.

Suspension handling is rated 5/10. It matches “Confident trail control”. It’s the kind of setup that stays more composed through repeated small-to-medium hits. Hardtail layout — suspension up front for control, rigid rear for a direct response. When exact travel numbers aren’t available, we base this on the suspension layout and what’s typical for similar builds. This level usually brings more reliable wheel tracking on rough patches and repeated hits.

Balanced fit - a middle ground between comfort and speed. This is an estimate; exact fit varies by spacers and rider setup.

Because the bar and stem are separate, changing reach or bar shape is usually straightforward - A more service-friendly routing setup makes changes easier. So we classify it as Adjustable. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

Comfort comes out to 6.3/10, which usually translates to a comfortable ride. So it’s tagged Firm overall. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which gives a steady, predictable feel without pushing you too far forward.

Overall, this feels reasonably priced. 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 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). Quick reference: €1.699 listed versus about €1.653 for a comparable build. Bottom line: it’s a normal deal — not amazing, not terrible.

This setup is aimed at fast trail riding on less extreme terrain. Suspension travel is unknown in this entry, so the surface range uses the clearest available signals. Suspension type (Hardtail) fits this kind of terrain.